March, 2006

Positive thinking spills over into every aspect of life. While you teach your clientele the benefits of the bright side, take some time to think about how you apply it in your own life.


For years, you’ve been extolling the “glass half-full” viewpoint to your clients as the optimal life path. Now, a study in the November Psychological Bulletin (2005; 131(6), 803-855) adds credence to your Pollyanna approach.


How accessible are your yoga classes? While some of your formats may not be suitable for all, are you making sure you offer modifications when necessary? Be mindful of obese students’ needs so they feel more comfortable and can enjoy the many benefits yoga has to offer.


You invest a lot of time and energy into clearing your space and helping your participants “de-stress.” The techniques you use inspire stillness from floor to ceiling.


A study conducted by researchers at the Stanford University School of Medicine found that a diet rich in vegetables, fruits, grains and legumes may be healthier for the heart than a conventional meat-based diet.


How often is it that you get the opportunity to watch your work touch the lives of three generations, all in completely different ways?


How do you know when it’s time to add a new Pilates program to your current offerings?