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Yoga for Parkinson's Disease Part I: General Facts, Prevalence, and Clinical Features
Hey hey readers! Welcome! In this 5-part blog series, I will take a deep dive into the world of Parkinson’s disease (PD). PD is near...
Jackie Allen
Feb 3, 202312 min read


Fat Soluble Vitamins A, D, E, K
Hey hey readers! Welcome! In this month's blog post, I will go over fat soluble vitamins, including what they are, what they do in the...
Jackie Allen
Jan 6, 20235 min read


Different Types of Stretching
Hey readers! I am so thankful you are here! In this month's post, I will give a relatively brief overview of the different forms of...
Jackie Allen
Dec 2, 20227 min read


Warrior III Variations
Hey hey readers! Welcome back if you are a returning reader and welcome if you are new. I am so glad you are here. In this month's...
Jackie Allen
Nov 4, 20224 min read


The Rising Rates of Obesity - A Look at the Data
Hey readers! Welcome if you are new, and welcome back if you are a returning reader. In this month's blog post, I am going to share...
Jackie Allen
Oct 7, 202210 min read


Viparita Karani - "Legs Up The Wall"
Hey hey readers! Welcome if you are new and thank you so much for returning if you're a current reader. One of my absolute favorite...
Jackie Allen
Sep 2, 20226 min read


Yoga for Therapists
Hey hey readers! Welcome! I'm so glad you are here. In this month's blog post, I will go over how a consistent yoga practice can help...
Jackie Allen
Aug 5, 20228 min read


My Journey as a Yoga Teacher
Hey hey readers! Welcome back and glad you are here! In this month's blog post, I am going to be way more personal and share my story...
Jackie Allen
Jul 1, 20228 min read


Why EveryBODY Should Strength Train: 8 Evidence-Based Benefits
"Skeletal muscle is the organ of longevity." ~Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Hola Readers! I am so glad you are here! In this month's blog post, I...
Jackie Allen
Jun 3, 202211 min read


What is the Rotator Cuff?
Hey Readers! I am so glad you are here! The term "rotator cuff" is super common and used frequently in the mainstream lexicon as well...
Jackie Allen
May 6, 20225 min read


Spinal Mobility - 6 Moves of the Spine
Hey Readers! I am so happy you are here! Moving your spine regularly, in multiple planes of motion, is essential for the health and...
Jackie Allen
Apr 1, 20226 min read


What does a Private Yoga Session Look Like?
Hey Readers! I am so thankful you are here! Have you ever wondered what private yoga sessions typically look like? Or have you ever...
Jackie Allen
Mar 4, 20229 min read


What is Fascia?
Hey Readers! I am so thankful that you are here! "Fascia" (pronounced "fash-uh") has become the buzz word in the fitness and human...
Jackie Allen
Feb 4, 20227 min read


All About Forward Folds
Hey readers! I am so glad you are here! In this month's blog post, I will take a semi-deep dive into the world of forward folds. ...
Jackie Allen
Jan 7, 20226 min read


Does Caffeine Really Cause Dehydration?
Hey Readers! Welcome! I am so glad you are here. For most of us adults, we grew up hearing that caffeine and caffeinated beverages...
Jackie Allen
Dec 3, 20218 min read


What are Trans Fats and How Do They Affect the Body?
Hey Readers! I am so thankful that you are here! In this month's post, I am going to get into the nitty gritty of trans fats. All the...
Jackie Allen
Nov 5, 20214 min read


Vitamin B12 Supplementation - Does it Work?
Hey Readers! I am so happy you are here! Sorry that this post is delayed by one week. Life has been pretty busy and hectic for me...
Jackie Allen
Oct 8, 20216 min read


Micronutrients - What are they?
Hey hey Readers! Welcome! I'm so glad you here! In this month's post, I will give a basic overview of micronutrients. In future...
Jackie Allen
Sep 3, 20218 min read


Shut Your Mouth: Why Mouthbreathing is So Bad for You
Hey Readers! I am so glad to be back to blogging! I took a two-month hiatus to enjoy my summer vacation and to take time to plan new...
Jackie Allen
Aug 6, 20215 min read


Yoga and Low Back Pain Part IV - Yoga Practice Guidelines for Low Back Pain
Hey Readers! I am so happy you are here. This is the final installment of my series on “Yoga for Low Back Pain.” In this installment, I...
Jackie Allen
May 21, 202110 min read
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