Yoga Theory

New Blog: Caregivers need Self-Care

November is National Family Caregivers Month. In honor of National Family Caregivers Month, Dr. Bonura offers support and suggestions for how Caregivers can use Chair Yoga as Self-Care to maintain their health and well-being. If you are a caregiver, remember to take good care of yourself to maintain your own health and well-being, which will Read more ->

New Publication: Mindfulness in Psychology

Dr. Bonura shares best practices in integrating mindfulness strategies into psychological care, for the APA Division 1 newsletter.   Bonura, K.B. (2016). Integrating Mindfulness Practices into Psychological Care. The General Psychologist, 49 (2), 20 – 22. https://www.dropbox.com/s/o9h9dopk8e0j1cy/Div1StandardNewsletter2016_TGPVol50Issue2.pdf?dl=0

How do I become a Yoga Teacher?

First, you should practice yoga regularly. Key to teaching yoga is having your own, personal practice, so that you can internalize the benefits of yoga. It’s also good to challenge yourself in your own yoga practice. For instance, some people are naturally flexible, and will find the stretching aspect of yoga relatively easy. If this Read more ->

What is Yoga?

The Sanskrit word “yoga” means union. When we talk about yoga, what we are really talking about is an exercise practice that is intended to unify your mental and physical health. Yoga brings together physical and psychological exercise to cultivate both physical and psychological health and wellness. It is an exercise practice that is built Read more ->