Tag: Legs

PILATES.?

April 5th, 2010, 1 Comment

Shamz-y A asked: I’ve lost some weight and need to tone up. i have some flabby skin on my stomach, like a pouch, and my thighs/legs.
if i do mari winsor’s pilates for an hour a day and eat healthily, am i able to lose the flab?
apparantly the videos include cardio, but i’m not completely sure [...]

How fast did you see results with pilates on your legs?

March 12th, 2010, 2 Comments

Charlotte G asked: I have “thunder thighs”. They are about 24″ around. I would like to slim them down and have started Pilates. Does anyone have an idea of how early you will see changes?

Which are the best yoga poses to make my back and legs more flexible?

February 16th, 2009, 2 Comments

Rachel asked: I’ve started doing yoga to try and make myself more flexible. I’d love to be able to actually touch my toes. I’m not overweight, or unfit, but I’m just not flexible. Can anyone recommend some yoga poses hat will make my back and legs more flexible?
Thanks EMANUEL

What’s the name of the type of socks without toes nor heel?

February 10th, 2009, 4 Comments

parvusanimus asked: Sometimes dancers and people who practice yoga wears this kind of sock to keep their legs/ankles warm without losing traction on smooth floors (like those in a studio).
P.S. It would be nice if anyone know where I can buy them.
well, it’s not leg warmers because they don’t go down to the feet.
here is [...]

How can I increase flexibility in my lower back?

February 6th, 2009, 2 Comments

Casey O asked: I can’t even touch my toes. I need to know some specific stretches I can do and how often I will need to do them. I’ve tried Yoga and it is so discouraging when I’m supposed to do the forward fold move. The instructor says to bring your chest to your legs [...]

Why are the backs of my legs so tight after lifting weights?

February 2nd, 2009, 1 Comment

cajuncalli asked: I lifted legs, like I do every Sunday, 2 weeks ago. This time the backs of my legs are incredibly tight, I can barely touch my toes! I am usually pretty flexible due to yoga. Am I injured, or did I just “over do it”?STEVEN

How can i develope good posture for meditation?

December 20th, 2008, 3 Comments

tehckisnow asked: when i sit with my back unsupported, such as in a position like crossed legs(indian style) or lotus position, my lower(usually) back begins hurting within several minutes. this is obviousley a big distraction from my meditation practice, but i really like the idea of using this position for meditation. specifically, what [...]

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