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Yoga and Low Impact Exercise Helps Older Women with Incontinence

By Shirley Eichenberger-Archer, JD, MA / December 9, 2024

Incontinence is one of the most common health issues for women as they age. Yoga and low impact exercise for at least 12 weeks significantly reduced incontinence episodes, according to a study in the Annals of Internal Medicine (2024) Researchers from leading universities including University of California, San Francisco, and Stanford University, investigated whether yoga exercises…

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Yoga for Diabetes

Yoga for Diabetes

By Vivian Griggs / September 16, 2024

Prologue – From the moment she was diagnosed with diabetes, Alyssa’s life revolved around regular checkups, timely medication and rigorous dietary restrictions. As a person with a chronic metabolic condition, constantly worrying about her blood sugar levels took a toll on her mental health as well. Before seeing the exciting result of Alyssa’s journey, let’s…

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restorative nap time for adults

Restorative Nap Time for Adults

By Sandy Todd Webster / February 22, 2023

Clients need coaxing sometimes. Try a gentle nudge to help them to step it up—or step it down. Restorative nap time for adults, anyone?

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Group photo at 2022 IDEA World Convention

A New Meeting of Mind, Body and Soul

By Judy Minich / July 28, 2022

Here’s a peek into that world where the mind can explore new ways of approaching classic formats; where your imagination can stretch along with your body; and where your spirit can soar through pure and powerful inspiration that nourishes the soul.

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Group of people practicing yoga for the immune system

Benefits of Yoga for the Immune System

By Shirley Eichenberger-Archer, JD, MA / April 1, 2022

Can you use yoga for the immune system? Research shows it may have beneficial effects on inflammatory markers and cortisol levels.

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Woman doing yoga for older adults

Benefits of Yoga for Older Adults

By Shirley Eichenberger-Archer, JD, MA / March 14, 2022

Yoga for older adults in their 60s and 70s may have a significant positive effect on fitness after 9–12 weeks of practice.

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Mindfulness meditation and yoga

Growth in Mind-Body Therapies During the Pandemic

By Shirley Eichenberger-Archer, JD, MA / January 25, 2021

Mindfulness meditation and yoga classes have seen explosive growth since the onset of the pandemic, according to a report from USC.

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Natiya Guin and Desi Bartlett

A Pregnant Pause

By Sarah Kolvas / September 8, 2020

Desi Bartlett, MS, CPT, E-RYT, met Natiya Guin at her yoga class and later guided her training through her second pregnancy.

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Yoga for Optimal Performance

By Helen Vanderburg / December 6, 2018

Yoga, as both a philosophy and a physical practice, is one valuable tool to consider integrating into your training programs to help clients

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Mindful Exercise in the Pool

By Shirley Eichenberger-Archer, JD, MA / September 21, 2018

The sensory-rich pool environment is an ideal setting for mindful exercise and a welcome respite from digital stress.

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