Dean Pohlman's Blog, page 42

Awareness Is Everything (Off The Mat)

I'm really excited to be writing another edition of Off the Mat, especially because it's been so long since I wrote the last one. Last week I had the rare opportunity to take a week long vacation, one in which I taught [almost] zero yoga classes. (I ended up teaching two.) During that time off, I was almost completely disconnected from my phone, did a maximum of 1 hour of work per day, and spent a lot of time walking, sitting, and doing nothing. I did, however happen to finish one book: F*ck Your Feelings, written by my friend, Ryan Munsey. And one of the topics he covered is the one I want to talk about today.

Awareness.

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Neck Stretch Tutorial

Watch this video for a full walkthrough of 3 simple and extremely effective stretches that target your neck, head, and shoulders. Even though we use our head all day, we very rarely take the time to stretch the neck and take care of ourselves. Luckily, it only takes a few minutes to stretch your neck and create a night-and-day difference in how you feel – for the better, of course!

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Posture Improvement, Back Pain Relief, and Hip Mobility for Office Workers

This workout is designed specifically for that guy who spends too much time at a desk; hunched over with poor posture, stiff from inactivity, and noticing how flexibility and mobility seem to get worse and worse as time goes on. Use this workout to improve your posture, improve the way your body feels, increase your hip flexibility, and relieve any back pain you have as a result of sitting. Taking the time to do this workout will give you results you can instantly notice! Get ready to move and feel better. I recommend having 2 blocks and a strap for this workout.

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Chest & Heart-Opening Yoga Routine for Office Workers Who Sit At A Desk All Day

This is the perfect stretching routine for office workers to restore their posture, open their chest, and strengthen their upper-back after a long day of sitting hunched over the computer at the office. Use this routine daily to improve your posture, avoid neck and back pain, and stay healthy!

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Yoga Postures for Getting Back Into Shape

Ready to get back into shape? Use these strength-focused yoga postures to rebuild muscle, tone your body, and recover your strength and endurance. Perfect for if you haven’t worked out in a while, but now you’re ready to get back into and looking for exercises to effectively build strength and muscle, with zero equipment.

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Quick Hip Mobility Warm-Up Routine

Hips tight from sitting at your desk? Try out this quick hip mobility routine to stretch tight hip muscles, loosen up your back, and activate your hips and core!

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Hip Stability for Total Hip Reconstruction

Looking to regain stability for improved balance, a stronger longer body, and to return to your previous activities? Use these simple, effective exercises designed to specifically strengthen the hip muscles, to rebuild muscle, stability, and get you back to what you enjoy doing!

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Quick Yoga Routine to Relieve Stress from a Busy Job

Overworked and underpaid? Use this quick routine to destress from work, relieve muscle tension in your neck and shoulders, and recharge before getting back to the grind.

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Knee & Hip Stability for Recovering from Knee Injury

Looking to build stability in your hip and knee after an injury? Look no further. You can use these exercises on a daily basis to strengthen your hips and restore stability to your knee. Many of these exercises can be done even while injured! Give ‘em a shot.

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The Clark Workouts – Part 2

This is a workout to build strength, mobility, and counter the negative effects of sitting. Build muscle, prevent and/or relieve aches and pains, and get a great workout in the process. This workout focuses on your hips, to lengthen and strengthen your hamstrings, hip flexors, calves, and adductors. You’ll also strengthen your glutes, core, and spine. Enjoy!

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