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Comment on Responses to the Yoga Post… by DrKirschner

DrKirschner — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 03:20:27 +0000

Thank you both for your thoughtful responses!!

Comment on Responses to the Yoga Post… by Meghan

Meghan — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 21:50:51 +0000

This is also in response to Sue. I agree with Beth. As a physical therapist and and a yoga practitioner, I have seen my fair share of patients come in with injuries from yoga. I find that the majority have been caused by improper form or a patient trying too much too fast during class. The best way to prevent this is to go to a reputable yoga studio and be sure to introduce yourself to the instructor and discuss any injuries you may have. A good instructor will help you during the class and give you tips on how to modify certain positions. Another suggestion is to find a physical therapist that has studied or is familiar with yoga — that way you can learn modifications that are specific to your injury and your body, and you will feel more comfortable going to class.

Comment on Responses to the Yoga Post… by Beth

Beth — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 17:42:10 +0000

To Sue’s response, I’m not a doctor or a yoga teacher, but I am a yoga journalist and i can say that one type of yoga does not fit all….it is likely you were just doing the wrong type and possibly with the wrong teacher. Yoga is excellent for strengthening the entire core, which includes your lower back, but you probably need to start with something more gentle than “hot” yoga or even a dynamic vinyasa class, and really build your strength from the foundation up. And you should look for a teacher that is receptive to your lower back issues and is helpful in that manner…yoga teachers are like any other profession, there are some that are great and many that are not. Good luck!!

Comment on Yoga & Back Pain- Thoughts on keeping yourself injury free… by How to Avoid Yoga-Related Injury - Whole Living Daily : Whole Living

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Fri, 09 Jul 2010 19:49:41 +0000

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Comment on Guest author: Donna Kirschner on Being Fully Present… by Angela Stephens

Angela Stephens — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 22:57:11 +0000

Wonderful thought for the week – especially in this heat! Slow down – enjoy the view!

Comment on Guest author: Donna Kirschner on Being Fully Present… by Laurie Kimbrough

Laurie Kimbrough — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 20:28:43 +0000

Great advice, Donna. A wonderful reminder to slow down so we don’t miss out on some important aspects of our day that are so easily rushed through without noticing.

Comment on Guest author: Donna Kirschner on Being Fully Present… by Annie Kirkpatrick

Annie Kirkpatrick — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 14:06:23 +0000

Donna, I loved this post. I usually meditate every day for 10 or 20 minutes and haven’t since school let out for the summer and the kids are home. This was a great reminder to slow down, breathe and ground and remember who I am. Thanks!

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Tue, 06 Jul 2010 11:46:44 +0000

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