In many ways, it seems obvious that yoga can help you lose weight. To many people, yoga just looks like a bunch of stretching. However, the amazing thing is that yoga helps with a lot more than just losing weight! When you practice yoga, you are balancing all the systems of your body. Losing weight …
How The BioAcoustic Mat Works
Years of scientific research has shown that specific low frequency sound pulsations and beautiful entraining music have powerful therapeutic effects on our health and well-being. The practical applications of sound treatments have been present in cultures throughout history. Relaxing music helps reduce stress. When you lay on the BioAcoustic Mat®, you not only hear the …
Cosmetic Surgery in Demand for 2020
It was a shock for me to start teaching on-line yoga earlier this year. I was surprised to see some of my mannerisms on the “Big Screen”, as well as how tired I looked some days! If you are like me, you started online meetings way back in March and they haven’t stopped. There is …
How the Biomat Works
The Biomat is an interesting piece of equipment. It is made up of 17 layers of different materials. These materials produce, amplify and reflect negative ions, far infrared rays, and heat. One of the layers is made of crushed amethyst and tourmaline. If you peel back the sheets, you can see the pretty rock layer …
Read My Lips
A facial expression has influence on everyone in the room Have you ever known someone that always has a pouty look on their face? How do you feel around that person? Chances are you feel at least a little uncomfortable around someone who appears grumpy all of the time. For women, in particular, this facial expression …
The Lymphatic System
When white blood cells come into contact with viruses and bacteria, they form antibodies to fight the specific threat and cause an immune response in the whole body. Anatomy of the Lymphatic System The main parts of the Lymph System are: Lymph The lymph is fluid that is collected from the tissues and cavities between …
Videos Versus Live Classes Versus In-Person Classes
Our yoga community is special! I can honestly say that the people you see when you come to a yoga class at Grace Yoga are unique. I know there are friendly people at other yoga studios, but in most cases, you won’t get more than a nod from them. At Grace Yoga, people introduce themselves …
Germs are everywhere – Protect yourself!
It seems like everywhere we look there is advice on how to keep germs away. There are people wearing masks to go shopping, and I have even seen people wearing gloves. Social Distancing is a new phrase in our every-day life. Staying home is good and hugging is bad. This all seems like a sad way to live, …
Spring Cleaning Is As Old As Time
Spring cleaning isn’t just for your home; it is also for your mind and body. Take a look at this excerpt from Light On Yoga by B.K.S. Iyengar about the topic of cleanliness: “Purity of body is essential for well-being. While good habits like bathing purify the body externally, asana (yoga poses) and pranayama (regulation …

A Yoga Success Story
Some of the most Senior Iyengar teachers have been teaching yoga since the 70’s. Many have been practicing yoga even longer than that. In that time they have witnessed many yoga miracles. I have heard stories of crooked knees straightening, broken bodies mending, women’s issues resolved, and even seemingly terminal diseases have been willed into …