The Lizard pose, aka Utthan Pristhasana Let’s explore the Lizard pose, also known as Utthan Pristhasana. Utthan, in Sanskrit, means to stretch out. Pristha, meaning the back of the body, and asana meaning pose. The Lizard pose is an excellent stretching posture for the hip flexors, hamstrings and quadriceps. When integrating this pose into your regular yoga practice, it improves flexibility in your hips and and...

Lunge with Trunk Rotation         This movement works the entire lower body, along with the core, abdominal and lower back muscles.      It will also help strengthen your arms. 1.  Stand straight with feet together while holding a medicine ball, dumbbell or any object that is 5-to-10      percent of your body weight. Hold the object close to your chest. 2.  Lunge your...

   Observant moviegoers may have noticed the shipping containers and construction materials behind CMX Cinemas on Main Street in recent months.       The reason: A more sophisticated movie experience will debut just in time for the holiday season at the former Cobb Miami Lakes 17 Theaters.       Fully reclinable seats will be installed in 12 theaters and a 13th theater in the complex will...

Warrior II aka Virabhadrasana II           Warrior II, aka Virabhadrasana II, is a standing yoga pose and is included in almost every practice.  While the movement is subtle, it gives a powerful stretch to the legs, groin and chest.       It also serves as a deep hip-opening pose that strengthens the muscles in the thighs and buttocks.       The pose...