There are so many ways that you can incorporate yoga practices and mindful movement into your daily routine, and using an exercise or yoga ball is one fun way to change up your practice.
Yoga classes increase Veterans' range of motion, improve blood circulation and muscle strength, increase flexibility and improve balance.
Research has shown a holistic approach to be effective for chronic pain, post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety and more.
Mind & Body connection is so important for health and well-being. Being connected creates a sense of well-being and health. Here's how.
Mind & Body connection is so important for health and well-being. Being connected creates a sense of well-being and health. Here's how.
If your body needs a little warming up for spring, you may want to practice some mobility exercises.
Heart Health Awareness Month falls in February and is a great time to learn more about heart health. VA and the American Heart Association (AHA) want you to be aware of five important heart health numbers because they help providers determine your risk for developing cardiovascular disease.
Now, VA investigators are examining the effectiveness of a clinical, trauma-sensitive yoga intervention to help women Veterans who experienced military sexual trauma (MST) and went on to develop posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
When the sun is shining – and even when it is hiding behind clouds – we can practice sun salutations to warm our bodies and invigorate our day.
In this week’s episode of Chats with the Chief, VHA Chief of Staff Jon Jensen talks “Whole Health” as the comprehensive approach to wellbeing with retired Army Lt. Gen. Eric Schoomaker, MD, PhD, VHA’s Whole Health advisor.
Do you feel discomfort, pain or stiffness from sitting or being in one position for too long? We spend a lot of time using computers or handheld devices, driving or cooking with our hands and arms in front of us, and our heads bent forward in a slouched position. Being aware of our posture – and stretching to ease tight muscles – with yoga stretch can help restore balance.
Practicing yoga helps Woodi manage her pain. Now this Army Veteran is less dependent on painkillers, more relaxed, and lives better.