Category: Videos

Standing Static Inner Thigh Stretch Home Exercise

January 24, 2023

This video demonstrates how to do a Static Standing Inner Thigh Stretch for the Adductor Muscles.

    INSTRUCTIONS

    • Stand tall with good posture. Feet hip width, hands on waist.
    • Take a long step to the side with right foot while keeping the toes pointing straight ahead.
    • Slowly bend left knee as shown in the video.
    • Keep right leg straight until a good stretch is felt inside left thigh.
    • Hold for 10 to 20 seconds.
    • Repeat on opposite leg.
    • Maintain good posture throughout without leaning forward.
    • Keep breathing relaxed.
    • Avoid rounding the lower back.
    • Avoid moving the hips. Keep the hip bones facing foward.

    How To Tap In To Your Awareness

    January 21, 2023

    Buddist monk, Tibetan teacher and author, Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche discusses meditation during a recent Ted Talk. He asks why does something that sounds effortless often feel so difficult? In this lighthearted invitation, the spiritual leader shares three steps to help you accept the ebb and flow of your emotions and learn to meditate anytime, anywhere.

    Stronger Glutes Home Exercise

    January 19, 2023

    Stronger Glutes Home Exercise strengthens your backside. You can do it at home or outdoors with, or without equipment. Strong glutes help prevent back and knee pain.

    INSTRUCTIONS – With Equipment

    • Anchor elastic tube around an immovable, stationary object.
    • Loop opposite end around right foot.
    • Stand on left foot with both hands on hips.
    • Slowly bend right knee and raise leg as shown in the video.
    • Slowly release right foot to floor.
    • Repeat exercise for desired number of repetitions on right.
    • Switch sides and repeat exercise for desired number of repetitions.

    MODIFICATION INSTRUCTIONS – Without equipment

    • Stand in front of a wall.
    • Support yourself by placing both hands on wall at shoulder height.
    • Stand on left foot.
    • Bend right knee and slowly raise leg as shown in the video.
    • Slowly release right foot to floor.
    • Repeat exercise for desired number of repetitions on right.
    • Switch sides and repeat exercise for desired number of repetitions.