From beach to boardwalk and with goats and boats, reconnecting with self in nature. By Amy Paradysz “Yoga tries to get you to that place where you feel connection with your body, and the slowness and softness of nature helps with that connection,” said Ashley Flowers, who teaches yoga in parks, on paddleboards, at Fort…
By Christine Fisher MIDCOAST MAINE DRAWS people from around the world who want to explore the beautiful coastline where the mountains meet the ocean. It draws another kind of explorer too— the wellness explorer. “There’s something about being here in Maine, and being on the coast especially, that’s restorative,” said Jesse Simko, president of Destination…
By Heather Chandler Thinking about a getaway? In need of a little rest and relaxation? How about a healing yoga retreat that combines time away with a healthy serving of yoga and relaxation? There’s no need to go far. Check out the list below for five options in Maine and one in Western Massachusetts that will…
Summer is the perfect time to take a weekend to explore a different region in Maine. I started with the Boothbay Region because that is what I know best. Below you will find my suggestions for places to visit and activities to try. Pick and choose to your liking and craft the perfect day! I’ve…
By Erika Blauch Rusley Children are natural yogis. Consider the baby who grabs his feet with his hands or the older kid who loves to balance on one leg—they’ve inherently adopted Happy Baby and Tree Pose. A growing number of yoga studios have taken note and offer specialized classes for kids. Some studios even organize…
By Erika Blauch Rusley Relaxing with a cushiony bolster and an eye mask in a tranquil space may sound like part of a spa treatment, but those elements may also be found in a typical restorative yoga class at your local yoga studio. True to its name, restorative yoga does just that—it is a style…
“I need to see a healthcare provider, but they don’t take my insurance.” “I could really use a massage, but it’s not in my budget.” “I’d love to take-up yoga, but I can’t afford to until I’m done with school.” Unfortunately, statements like these are made all too often as healthcare and wellness take the…
By Erika Blauch Rusley Yoga’s benefits extend beyond looking sensational. Sure, regular practice can give you long, lean muscles and runway-worthy posture, but yogis have also long remarked on their increased sense of overall well-being. They haven’t just found zen—scientific studies have proven that yoga works. Yoga improves posture, flexibility, and joint health. It builds…