Summer of Wellness, Video Twelve Upper Body/Breathing Upper body strength is essential for opening up the chest. When breathing gets tough this summer, get busy! This pose opens up the chest so you can enjoy the air. Audio: Can’t hear this audio? Download VLC Media Player here: https://www.videolan.org/vlc/ or use Quicktime: https://support.apple.com/downloads/quicktime-windows TEXT:… Read More »
Summer of Wellness, Video Eleven Hand, Arm and Pecs Strength This is the same arm stretch I’m using in my own recovery from cervical spine surgery. Take your time and move slowly for best results. Amy’s Intro: Can’t hear this audio? Download VLC Media Player here: https://www.videolan.org/vlc/ or use Quicktime: https://support.apple.com/downloads/quicktime-windows TEXT: This exercise… Read More »
Summer of Wellness, Video Ten Forward Bend Who knew a simple forward bend could have so many benefits? Audio: Can’t hear this audio? Download VLC Media Player here: https://www.videolan.org/vlc/ or use Quicktime: https://support.apple.com/downloads/quicktime-windows TEXT: Hi! In this exercise, we’re going to do a forward bend with our butt on the wall.… Read More »
Summer of Wellness, Video Nine Warrior Two This week’s video is a two step sequence- Warrior 2 followed by Side Angle. What a great way to build the lower body and core! Amy’s Intro: Can’t hear this audio? Download VLC Media Player here: https://www.videolan.org/vlc/ or use Quicktime: https://support.apple.com/downloads/quicktime-windows TEXT: Hi- today we’re going to do… Read More »
Summer of Wellness, Video Eight Warrior One Join Amy Kraft as she teaches three poses for range of motion, flexibility and strength. All three use the wall for additional support. Amy’s Intro: Can’t hear this audio? Download VLC Media Player here: https://www.videolan.org/vlc/ or use Quicktime: https://support.apple.com/downloads/quicktime-windows TEXT: In this video, we’re going to do three… Read More »
Summer of Wellness, Video Seven Two Chair Poses This week Amy leads us through two chair poses- first, to tone and strengthen our quadriceps and abs and then a second version to release tension and/or spasms in the lumbar(lower) spine. Having a strong core is essential to stability but back pain isn’t fun at all… Read More »
Summer of Wellness, Video Six Stretch and Strengthen- Spider A healthy spine is essential for flexibility and living back pain pain free. Amy leads us on a really good stretch of the spine, arms and torso. Get the kinks out with this refreshing yoga-based exercise. Fun to do with the kids/grandkids! Amy’s Intro: Can’t hear… Read More »
Summer of Wellness, Video Five Goddess Pose Get strong, sexy summer legs with this version of Goddess Pose that utilizes the wall for extra support. Amy leads you through this video on how to get a stronger lower body and improve your look this summer. Amy’s Intro: Can’t hear this audio? Download VLC Media Player… Read More »
Summer of Wellness, Video Four: Wall Pushups Wall pushups are a great way to stretch and strengthen the arms and upper body. You can do this exercise anywhere you have wall space- in airports, rest areas, hotels- anywhere! Great for overcoming travel fatigue. Give it a try- you’ll be glad you did! Amy’s Intro: Can’t… Read More »
Summer of Wellness, Video Three: Alternate Nose Breath Alternate Nose Breath for Balance- With all the hectic summer activity, maintaining overall balance is essential for good health. Learn this simple breathing exercise for balancing body, mind and emotions-and the best time to do it. Practice now with Amy as she leads us through this exercise.… Read More »