by aaron | Sep 22, 2023 | Applied Yoga Anatomy + Muscle Activation, Yoga
Most of my yoga students have a love-hate (or, let’s be honest, hate-hate) relationship with backbends… even after they learn the life-changing benefits of backbends. I get it. Before learning about AYAMA™ — a revolutionary approach to yoga that swaps stretching...
by aaron | Jun 22, 2023 | Yoga
Whether you’re an aspiring athlete, a sports enthusiast, or just fitness curious, one simple truth holds true: pain-free exercise is the foundation to a sustainable workout routine. Pushing through sharp pains while exercising isn’t just frustrating — it’s a...
by aaron | May 22, 2023 | Inspiration
“The mystery of human existence lies not in just staying alive, but in finding something to live for.” ― Fyodor Dostoyevsky, The Brothers Karamazov. In my decades-long career as a yoga teacher and retreat owner, I’ve found that one of the most pressing topics for my...
by aaron | May 8, 2023 | Applied Yoga Anatomy + Muscle Activation
You might practice hip-opening yoga because someone once told you postures like Child’s Pose are essential to any well-balanced yoga flow. You might practice yoga exercises to open the hips because these postures feel undeniably delightful in the moment. Or you...
by aaron | Apr 24, 2023 | Applied Yoga Anatomy + Muscle Activation, Yoga
Not quite sure how the evolution of yoga affects your practice today? Stick with me to discover surprising insights into yoga history — insights that might just change your entire outlook on yoga! In the lead-up to writing my latest book, Stop Stretching!, something...