Train with dynamic stretching and balance The exercises below include dynamic stretching and balance. They will help to stabilize the pelvis and tone the abdominal core. They can also be used to heal sacroiliac joint dysfunction by relieving tension in the hips, improving circulation, and relaxing the nerves. Dynamic balance occurs when the body […]
Learn core strength exercises for upper body yoga balance. It makes a perfect morning yoga session to energize your body, focus your mind, and empower your spirit! Introduction to core strength and balance Core strength for balance comes from a concert of muscles and joints, toned and working together. This musculoskeletal concert involves […]
Our perception of the body is primarily oriented with a forward direction. Forward is the most common movement pattern. However, a lot happens beyond the forward direction… because the body is not one dimensional. For example, a forward fold is not isolated to the forward direction. A forward fold causes a stretching effect on the […]
As demonstrated in this video, my favorite morning yoga stretch is a wonderfully therapeutic technique to ease weight-bearing pressure and stress on the body. This blog explains more about how it works and why it works so well in the morning. This has been my favorite way to wake up this winter/spring! It is a […]
In this post I talk about distinct phases you can expect while learning yoga, as well as tips for a successful home yoga routine, and a special asana blueprint! All of these tips are from my personal experience. Imagine… a yoga experience with undeniable results […]
My featured routine this month is a Daily Yoga practice to prepare for Vasisthasana. This routine sculpts the thoracic chest and shoulders with balance, strength, and alignment. This is the foundation for developing and toning the more advanced position, Vasisthasana. Honestly, I feel so happy and grateful to be practicing yoga again at home. […]
Now that you have considered different times of day for yoga, and you are discovering when yoga can fit into your life… the question becomes, “Now that I’m here on my yoga mat or rug, how will I know what to do?” Start yoga at home This next stage is about figuring out what you […]
Time to get on your mat? When cultivating a yoga practice at home, one of the most consistent questions is, “What is a good time for yoga?” I think this question is so often asked aloud, because it is something that needs to be considered (and reconsidered) pretty regularly. And even when you find a […]
Hi Courtney, I have used your beautiful morning yoga on YouTube for years! I just like the gentle stretches and it makes me feel very peaceful. I plan to do a few others as I’m starting to become more active with yoga/exercise now. Just wanted to pass on (as many others have based on comments) I appreciate you doing these beginner yoga videos!
<3 that video holds a special place for me because it was the FIRST video i ever taught for youtube :) so glad to hear from you how you enjoy it!!!
Hi Beth!
I’m glad you’re enjoying the yoga videos. Yoga is definitely something you can do everyday for years. If it starts to feel too difficult just look for modifications to support your body and breath. I make custom practice videos for people, so if you ever want to collaborate and get a daily practice video I would be happy to work with you. Check out the custom video page!
Hope this helps answer your question.
– Courtney
Hi Courtney!
I’m a HUGE fan of your yoga videos through Psyche Truth on youtube! I’ve been trying to do them consistently but I’m wondering how often exactly I should be doing yoga? Like should it be every single day? or is that overkill? I have a tendency of going all in, every single day, but then I get tired of it or run out of time and just don’t do it at all. I guess I just need guidelines of what a healthy yoga schedule would look like and when I would start seeing the effects of it?
Thank you so much for your time and what you do!
Hi, Courtney! I’ve started doing yoga for the first time in my life, and I found a video for loosing weight, I must say that since the first day I felt relaxed and I’m not kidding but in my second day of yoga I felt more flexible like when I was a little girl. I lost my flexibility because i quit exercising, but now I feel much better. I love your videos! Greetings from Ensenada, Baja California!
Hi Courtney, I was looking for leg stretches on Youtube, and saw one of your videos within the list of my search. Yoga was never a thought, but being a guy, your beauty was captivating to me. So “click”, and your angelic, narrative voice soon gave me the encouragement and motivation to give yoga a try. It has been the best thing that I could have ever done for a full body workout and stretch routine. Although I find you beautiful in each of your videos (straight hair, curly hair, long or short, maybe even wearing a cute western cowgirl hat someday), it is your wonderful style of yoga teachings that keeps me coming for more. Thank you Courtney