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Greetings!
Get ready to clear a bright path of self-renewal in 2012! Now's the time to renew your commitment to practice, learn new techniques, enjoy your yoga community, and care for your body, mind and spirit, all at the same time.
I appreciate the spirit you bring to each class or private session. You are my inspiration, and you motivate me to improve as a yoga teacher and therapist. I am grateful to Linda King, RYT, who faithfully assists and substitutes year-round. And I am especially grateful to you for your continued support and enthusiasm.
Namaste,
Janet Hennard, RYT-500, CYT
Bright Path Yoga
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Yoga Can Wreck Your Body
No, We're Not Kidding!
A recent New York Times article reported on the dangers of yoga, especially as practiced in the Western world. In this photo, the cast of "Godspell" comically reminds us that over-achieving and over-straining are not part of the yoga philosophy. But yoga injuries are not funny. The article tells of people whose lives have been forever changed by "mis-practicing" yoga.
Do you know the factors most responsible for yoga injuries? The answer may surprise you. In an article in the International Journal of Yoga Therapy, Loren Fishman, M.D., provides estimates of the number and nature of yoga-related injuries. He surveyed 1,336 yoga therapists who were asked to rate factors likely to cause an injury during yoga practice. The #1 answer was ego, followed by excess effort, poor technique or alignment, inadequate instruction, improper instruction, and doing poses too fast.
At Bright Path Yoga, we believe one of the most important ways to prevent yoga injuries is to practice with mindfulness and respect for your body. We want you to leave your ego at the door, and remind you that yoga is not competitive with others, and especially not with yourself. We ask that you never go to a place that is painful, uncomfortable, or not recommended after surgery, an accident or illness. We love it when a student asks for a modification of a pose, grabs props to ease into a pose, or just hangs out -- with breath awareness -- in a favorite easy pose! |
Yoga, Chocolate and Wine ... a Combo to Love!
Join us after class on Thursday, Feb 9, at 7:30 pm, or Monday, Feb 13, at 7:00 pm, to celebrate the month of love with fine chocolates and wine (or tea). Or celebrate Valentine's Day on Feb 14 with lunch at the Chocolate Angel at 1:15 pm, after the Gentle Yoga class. Please note the Gentle Yoga class moves to 11:30-12:45 on Valentine's Day. Lunch space is limited, so please reserve your place by email as soon as possible and no later than Feb 10. For more information on all class times, locations and descriptions, click here.
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Rise 'n Shine with Yoga
Getting out of Bed with Safety and Confidence
It's not just the elderly or ill who should use caution when getting out of bed. Healthy people have reported back injuries resulting from arising too quickly and without mindfulness. Tips on using yoga to get out of bed safely are outlined in Today's Caregivers Magazine. The article, co-written by Janet Hennard and two other yoga therapists, also suggests yoga poses for staying strong and balanced once you're up. Do you use other yoga poses to help you get out of bed? I always like to hear about what works for you; please email me.
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Managing Fibromyalgia
New Studies Report Decreased Symptoms with Yoga and Meditation
 Fibromyalgia is a debilitating syndrome characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, stiffness, fatigue, sleep disturbance, anxiety and depression. Thanks to studies that look at the cerebrospinal fluid and functional MRIs of fibromyalgia patients, the syndrome is now understood primarily to be a problem with the way the central nervous system processes pain. But several new research studies have shown improvement in fibromyalgia symptoms with yoga and meditation.
A recent study, conducted and reported by Janet Hennard in the 2011 issue of the International Journal of Yoga Therapy, showed improvement in all tested areas in persons with fibromyalgia after an 8-week yoga program, with significant improvement in overall well-being; stiffness; anxiety; depression; number of days "felt good"; and number of days "missed work." Researchers at the Oregon Health and Science University had similar results in fibromyalgia symptoms with yoga, with significant improvement in pain, tenderness, sleep and mood. A clinical study published in the journal Pain found thatwith fibromyalgia patients, pain in the yoga group reduced by 24%, fatigue by 30%, and depression by 42%.
Bright Path Yoga teaches a class, Yoga for Chronic Pain and Fibromyalgia, that emphasizes deep breathing, meditation and individual attention. For more information, click here or contact me.
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About Us
Bright Path Yoga believes that every body is capable of practicing yoga. We believe that yoga is a path that has the power to change who we are from an emotional, spiritual and physical level. For more information about us, our philosophy and classes, please go to www.brightpathyoga.com. We hope to see you at a class soon.
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