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A Beginner’s Guide to Spiritual Yoga to Help Decrease Anxiety and Stress

Nicole YoungJanuary 21, 2021

by Nicole YoungJanuary 21, 2021010221

When we think of yoga we think of awkward poses and crazy flexibility. Many people forget – or just don’t know, that yoga is a full body workout just like Crossfit, Zumba, or spin class. Yoga originated in ancient India...

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How My Catholic Latina Mom Learned To Embrace My Bruja Spirituality

HipLatinaJanuary 26, 2019August 17, 2020

by HipLatinaJanuary 26, 2019August 17, 202002699

Growing up Catholic, not only did I make my Communion and Confirmation, but my Puerto Rican mother was also my religious instruction teacher. We went to mass on Sundays and we said our prayers at night. My mom told me...

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Manage Your Anxiety and Celebrate Your Successes With 5 Sun Salutations a Day

Tara Sherry-TorresDecember 25, 2018August 21, 2020

by Tara Sherry-TorresDecember 25, 2018August 21, 202002525

I have been practicing Yoga on and off since I was 12 years old. The practice comes to me when I am in periods of transition and growth. It helps me to align my mind, body, and breath in a...

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Healthy Stress Relief Techniques for Moms

Carolyn Scott-HamiltonAugust 22, 2018September 16, 2020

by Carolyn Scott-HamiltonAugust 22, 2018September 16, 202011326

You might think you have your best stress relief techniques in the bag, but it all changes when the baby comes home. Moms are under exceptionally high stress whether it’s their first baby or just the most recent addition. Fortunately,...

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Why Trying Yoga Can Change Your Life

HipLatinaApril 9, 2018October 13, 2020

by HipLatinaApril 9, 2018October 13, 202002115

Over 36 million Americans already count yoga as one of their regular activities, with another 80 million likely to try it within the next year. But for one reason or another several others have yet to do so. If you’re...

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5 Morning Yoga Poses To Practice First Thing In The Morning

Cindy MedinaApril 7, 2018October 13, 2020

by Cindy MedinaApril 7, 2018October 13, 202011872

Creating and practicing a good morning routine is a great way to begin your day on a positive note. In the digital age that we live in, it’s easy to slip into the habit of checking your cell phone the...

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Yoga 101: The Best Fit For a Fitter You

Latina MomsFebruary 6, 2018October 26, 2020

by Latina MomsFebruary 6, 2018October 26, 202012400

All types of yoga are meant to open up our minds, our bodies, and our spirits. Sounds great, right? But let’s face it, stepping into that first yoga for beginners class is a bit daunting—especially with all the styles offered...

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How Often Should You Wash Your Yoga Mat?

Jessica MolinaDecember 13, 2017November 24, 2020

by Jessica MolinaDecember 13, 2017November 24, 202002755

As someone who does yoga an average of 3-5 times a week, I think it’s fair to say I’m a yogi at this point. While my inversion practice has definitely seen some improvement, there’s one area that still needs some work: My...

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15 Latina Yogis Creating Community and Diversifying Yoga

Cindy MedinaNovember 14, 2017December 4, 2020

by Cindy MedinaNovember 14, 2017December 4, 2020011039

Yoga has taken the west by storm! Those of you who are into it must follow or know about a few Instagram yogis, but let’s admit one thing, yoga is lacking diversity. Unfortunately the West has culturally appropriated the practice...

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Eastside Story: Breaking Down Stereotypes With People’s Yoga

Diana RicoJuly 18, 2017January 11, 2021

by Diana RicoJuly 18, 2017January 11, 202101468

When I first wanted to learn yoga in the early eighties, I had to seek it out in a tiny, funky Sivananda Yoga Center behind a liquor store on Hollywood’s Sunset Strip. I stuck with it over the years as...

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5 Latin American Self-Care Retreats That Will Revitalize Your Mind, Body, and Soul

Cindy MedinaMay 2, 2017January 29, 2021

by Cindy MedinaMay 2, 2017January 29, 202103874

How many times have you stared at your beach desktop wallpaper at work and wished you were sitting under those palm trees? Yet you let go of the idea of relaxation due to the many responsibilities that may keep you...

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8 Curvy Yogis Changing the Perception of What a Yoga Body Looks Like

Jessica MolinaMarch 26, 2017February 8, 2021

by Jessica MolinaMarch 26, 2017February 8, 202112898

There’s nothing worse than walking into a gym or studio class and feeling body-shamed. No one wants to feel judged for their body, especially if you’re in the process of taking steps to improve your health! Years ago, when I first...