Hamstrings | Jennifer Prugh
Lengthening and strengthening the hamstrings.
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Lengthening and strengthening the hamstrings.
Trying out a variety of forward folds from different angles. Lengthening outward and drawing inward to invite activity into our movements.
As we move through this flow, incorporating backbends all the while, let’s focus on having a strong back and soft front.
A step-by-step practice in moving toward Lotus Pose.
Let’s release some of the stress that may have accumulated in the body. Bringing awareness to the stress body can indeed help us begin to release any holding patterns that could be occurring within.
Grab a block if you’ve got one and return to your mat to enjoy this flow practice.
“Rest and be thankful.” ― William Wordsworth. We put these words to practice with this gratitude meditation.
Practicing trāṭaka meditation. Using our sense of sight to quiet our minds through gazing at a candle flame.
After learning to witness the breath, we can play with lengthening the exhalation and pausing between the inhalation and exhalation, to support relaxing the nervous system.
For those who have learned to utilize their core, and know how to do crow pose.
A flow-based practice that explores variations of Tree Pose.
A flow-based practice designed to open the hips and prepare the body for a variety of pigeon variations.
A step-by-step approach to entering the headstand safely. Please consult with your doctor first if you have a back or neck injury, low blood pressure, glaucoma, or a heart condition.
This practice is designed to create a regular practice of watching the breath, any time, anywhere.
Beginning by circling the joints and warming, this video is an accessible way to begin a practice.
A flow-based practice that supports making Dolphin Pose accessible.
If the whole world took their legs up a wall after work, the world would be a kinder, gentler place.
Make the most of your meditation practice by establishing a steady seat that supports your body.
Using the sounds within us and around us as the focus of our meditation.
Twists are so good for the spine. Let’s look at how to make the most out of twisting.
Using the sensations inside the body as our object of meditation.
The term “beginning again” often relates to meditation, but it is so useful within the context of yoga-asana.
A simple restorative practice for the end of the day that can be done with just a few props.
Practicing present moment awareness through tending to the breath.
In a relaxed and attentive wave-like motion, explore the potential of your breath.
A step by step practice in moving toward Lotus Pose.
In this third heart to heart, the JOY founder and teacher shares her most-loved books as a yoga student and teacher.
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Life is a creative act.
In this second heart to heart, the JOY founder and teacher shares a journaling practice for new yoga teachers.
This is a new chapter.
In this first heart to heart, the JOY founder and teacher shares about cultivating a consistent home practice.
20+ ways to connect with yourself while sheltering in place.
Lessons from a drive down a mountain in India.
Sneak an early peek at my latest passion project.
Jennifer Prugh is the founder of Breathe Together Yoga, the JOY of Yoga School of Integrative Learning, and this platform, Breathe Together Online. Jennifer is passionate about making spiritual wisdom from a variety of traditions accessible and embodied, through movement and breath, self-inquiry, and meditation. She has a Master’s Degree in Art and Consciousness, eight years of experience as an associate professor of storytelling, storyboarding, and creativity, and ten years of experience as a professional artist, all of which are woven into a dedicated exploration in utilizing the instrument of the body, creativity, and mindfulness to take up residence in an enduring state of well-being.