Tag: Yoga

Back and Better Than Ever: My Health and Wellness Journey Continues

by Brittany M. Edwards, posted in Introduction

Hello, friends! It’s been a while since my last post, and I’ve missed connecting with all of you. Life has a way of throwing unexpected curveballs, and sometimes, we need to take a step back to recharge, refocus, and regain our sense of balance. That’s exactly what I’ve been doing over the past few years—and I’m happy to say that I’m back, feeling more refreshed and energized than ever!

During my time away, I took the opportunity to focus on my own health and wellness journey. As someone who loves sharing tips and insights with all of you, it’s important for me to walk the walk, not just talk the talk. Here’s what I’ve learned during this period of reflection:

1. The Importance of Rest

I’ve always believed in the power of rest, but I wasn’t practicing it as much as I needed to. Sometimes, in our busy lives, we forget that rest is just as important as exercise, nutrition, and mental wellness. This break allowed me to recharge and understand that rest is a form of self-care, not a luxury.

2. Mindfulness Matters

I spent a lot of time focusing on mindfulness, learning to live in the present moment. Whether through meditation, yoga, or simply taking a few deep breaths, mindfulness has helped me stay grounded and reduce stress. If there’s one thing I encourage everyone to incorporate into their routine, it’s mindfulness practices.

3. Listening to My Body

I realized I hadn’t been paying attention to what my body was truly telling me. Whether it was the need for more hydration, better nutrition, or a different form of movement, tuning in to my body’s needs has been transformative. Learning to listen is key to long-term wellness.

4. Healthy Habits Take Time

I’ve recommitted to my health goals, but I’ve also embraced the fact that meaningful change takes time. I’m no longer in a rush to hit the next milestone but instead focused on building sustainable, healthy habits that will serve me for years to come.

What’s Next?

I’m thrilled to be back and ready to share more health and wellness content that’s rooted in real-life experiences. Whether you’re looking for tips on fitness, nutrition, mental health, or simply finding balance in your daily life, I’ve got plenty of exciting posts coming your way.

Thank you for sticking with me and for all of your support. I can’t wait to dive back in and continue this journey together, stronger and better than ever! Stay tuned for more updates, and as always, let’s prioritize our health—mind, body, and soul.

Until next time, take care of yourself and stay well!

Warmly,

Brittany M. Edwards

Yoga Poses To Strengthen Your Bones

by Brittany M. Edwards, posted in Yoga

I found this amazing article about a study that was conducted on persons doing just 10 minutes a day of yoga, and as a result help improve their bone health. They succeeded doing this just by doing the following poses:

  • Tree pose
  • Triangle pose
  • Twisted-triangle pose
  • Side-angle pose
  • Bent-knee twist
  • Corpse pose
  • Warrior II pose
  • Locust pose
  • Bridge pose
  • Supine hand-to-foot I pose
  • Supine hand-to-foot II
  • Straight-legged twist pose

You can read more about it you can find the original article below.

https://www.curejoy.com/content/yoga-poses-strengthen-bones

Namaste

Starting Your Yoga Practice

by Brittany M. Edwards, posted in Yoga

Knowing how to begin can sometimes seem difficult and overwhelming. It feels like no matter how hard you want to start, you can never find the time to do so. Does that sound familiar? I have an easy way to help you get started and stay on top of your new (or help to improve upon your current) yogi lifestyle practice. These suggestions are so easy to follow that you can start right now today.

For starters, you will need a few supplies if you do not already have them. They can be found in most stores and online:

  • A yoga mat 🙂 okay that one was obvious
  • A blanket or towel
  • A strap, or you could use a belt
  • Two yoga blocks
  • A calendar, you will need a paper one and you can use an app

Make sure your calendar is where you can see it everyday when you wake up and go to sleep. We have to first start by making a schedule. Do you already have a morning routine? A night time ritual? If so, you will understand how using a schedule can come in handy. If your calendar does not have already have it, feel free to begin by writing out your typical day in half-hour increments. From the time you wake up, say 5:45 AM, until the time you go sleep around 9:30 PM.

Now look for times when you are the least active. Whether is first thing when you wake up, or part of your lunch break, or before you eat dinner. All you need is 15-20 minutes of time to squeeze in your yoga practice. Write in the times you plan to practice yoga for a week, making sure you have a time scheduled each day.

If you plan on doing some morning yoga as part of your routine, you can do some easy stretches and poses right in your bed before doing anything else to help you wake up and feel energized for the day. If you plan on doing yoga during your lunch break, make sure you do it before you eat. You can do some simple office chair poses and stretches. When you get home for the day, you should schedule your yoga practice before you have your dinner. That is, should you choose to schedule your evening yoga practice.

Did you notice the pattern there at all? Yoga should be performed on an empty stomach. You of course should drink water to stay hydrated; however, you will do some inverted poses and it is best not to have food on your stomach.

Once you have your schedule together, then you will want to duplicate this process each week so that you can fully embrace your yoga practice.

Namaste

Yoga Certification Complete!

by Brittany M. Edwards, posted in Yoga

Well, I finally did it. I had decided that yoga was for me a long time ago. It’s low impact and keeps me exercising. Back in 2008, I fractured my spine and for a long while could not hyper-extend my back. Now I’m working on a backbend again! It has definitely been an exciting and trying road, but one I could never regret. I love sharing knowledge and I can’t wait to really put my certification to use and begin teaching yoga to others. More excitement to come!!

A Must Share – 21 Ways to Nourish Your Mind & Body

by Brittany M. Edwards, posted in Health & Wellness

Good Morning!

Ever wonder why there are so many ways to take of not only your body, but your mind and soul/spirit too? Well I found something that pretty much lays everything out there for you in a nutshell.  These findings in the photo shared are actually what motivated me to want to share the information I’m learning. I myself, have already begun to follow some of the suggested ways mentioned in the photo below. I struggle with inflammation, insomnia, depression and anxiety and also finding out what would help me combat these ailments and still lead a healthy and productive life.

Now as always, the information given is just a suggestion (or a stepping stone). However, I encourage you to try incorporating some of these soulful ways into your life and routine. They literally make a world of difference. Let me know how it goes.

 

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