I have not known many people who are as dedicated to their health and self betterment as Russell Smith. Russell started working with me through private sessions in early 2017. He decided to practice in the one-on-one setting because of his specific goals and challenges; he has a congenital heart defect and has undergone two open heart surgeries, the most recent of which was in 2014.
Read MorePracticing yoga has so many benefits and there is a multitude of styles of yoga to choose from. The plentiful options for yoga practice can make it overwhelming to decide which class to attend. While you will reap multiple benefits from all of the classes on our schedule, certain classes are better for specific goals. One of the most common questions we receive is “which yoga class should I go to?” The answer depends heavily on your current activity level and your goals, and everyone from beginners to experienced yogis can be in ANY class. So, instead of choosing a class based on your experience level, choose a class based on what you want to get out of the practice. Keep reading to see which yoga classes will help you meet your goals!
Read MoreShop local this holiday season and give the gift of wellness to yourself and your loved ones! We have some great gift ideas for the different types of people you know. Check out our Holiday Gift Guide!
Read MoreWith Reiki energy healing gaining popularity and becoming an addition to offerings in anywhere from yoga studios to spas around the world, many wonder what really happens during a Reiki session. Here are some common questions about Reiki and everything you need to know before your first session.
Read MoreIn Fall 2019, a few months after I had my first baby, I saw an email announcing Spring Yoga Teacher Training. I had wanted to get back into a yoga routine postpartum, but had been struggling with anxiety which made it hard for me to be motivated the way I wanted to. Without giving myself time to turn back, I sent in an application and returned back to the grind of new baby life. It wasn’t until I was officially accepted into Yoga Baum’s 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training that a million doubts and fears started to creep into my mind. What if this was too much to balance with all my other obligations? Would my postpartum body be able to keep up with these likely very fit and experienced yogis? Why would I even do this if I had no plans to necessarily teach yoga?
There is so much I wish I knew then, that would have helped me feel confident and reassured about teacher training These are some of the doubts and fears I had before teacher training. I was afraid of my inexperience and lack of knowledge preventing me from being the right fit for a teacher training program. Here are some things I wish I knew that would have made me feel better about my doubts and worries.
Read MoreThere is nothing more frustrating than planning to go to bed early to finally get more hours of sleep, only to spend the next few hours tossing and turning. From thoughts that won't quiet down to aches and pains that pop up once you hit the sheets, there can be countless roadblocks to getting more and better sleep. Thankfully your yoga practice may help you get more rest! From falling asleep faster to staying asleep longer and sleeping deeper, yoga can be a game changer for all of this and more. Target your sleep goals with one or all three of these different types of yoga practices.
Read MoreBeginning a yoga practice can feel intimidating. Physically, it demands your body move in different ways that even the most active workout enthusiasts can find challenging. Mentally, it often requires learning new poses, props, and methods for moving and breathing.
Here are a few essentials to feeling comfortable and confident with starting your yoga practice.
Read MoreThe physical benefits of yoga may seem obvious. Stretching and relaxing tight muscles, strengthening through challenging postures and getting the heart rate up through a vinyasa practice are just a few that come to mind. But what about the mental health benefits? Can yoga actually help reduce anxiety and stress?
Yes! Keep reading to see how and why yoga can reduce anxiety and stress.
Read MoreHaving an injury can make physical activity challenging and even stressful. Knowing what is safe, accessible, and effective for recovery can be tricky to navigate.
This guide will walk you through practicing yoga with an injury so that you not only feel comfortable, but empowered to stay active and safe on your road to recovery.
Read MoreMaintaining your yoga practice while traveling can sound unrealistic and inaccessible. When you’re used to attending classes at a studio, it’s hard to imagine sun salutations in a tiny hotel room or without so much as a mat. But often travel is the time we need our yoga practice the most. From stiffness after a long car ride or flight to the stress that may come with your trip, movement and breathwork is usually just what you need. Thankfully, there are ways to not only make it happen, but have fun and try something new while doing it.
We at Yoga Baum have lots of suggestions for how you can keep up with your practice while on the go!
Read MoreFrom an unfamiliar bulge between your abdominal muscles to pelvic floor tension and weakness, there are a lot of obstacles to feeling strong again after giving birth. Bouncing back to your pre-baby body can feel not only challenging, but impossible. In fact, it’s empowering to instead embrace a “bounce forward” mindset to feel better and stronger than ever after pregnancy and birth. So what exactly is happening in your body postpartum and how can yoga help with the recovery and strengthening process?
Read MoreDid the yoga industry overpromise you that you’d be destined to have washboard abs in your bikini this summer through just the right combination of yoga poses…this promise itself is cringey. You are not the first and won’t be the last.
There is good news and bad news about working towards those sculpted rock hard abs on the cover of health magazines in your next vinyasa class. The good news is that, yes, many yoga poses and sequences will help strengthen your abdominal muscles aka your “six-pack”. The hard to hear news is that, no, practicing yoga or any isolated fitness practice will not necessarily make your abdominal muscles visible when you lift up your shirt.
Core strength is super important and plays a beneficial role in pain relief and athletic pursuits, but having visible six-pack abs is actually not a great indicator of how strong your core is.
Read MoreAre you thinking of yoga teacher training? If so, you have probably done some research and found that there are many ways to get a certification online for a surprisingly little amount of money. You’ve also likely noticed a huge price range for 200-hour teacher trainings. You may have seen online trainings for as little as a couple hundred dollars and in-person trainings for several thousand dollars. So what’s the difference? Why pay more when you could pay so little? Sounds too good to be true, right? That is because it absolutely is.
Read MoreHave you thought about private sessions, but have a hard time justifying scheduling them over group classes? Private sessions are entirely different from group classes, and there are many reasons to consider adding some private yoga sessions into your routine. Read on for more information about the main benefits and reasons to schedule a private yoga session at Yoga Baum.
Read MoreAre you pregnant and thinking about starting or maintaining your yoga practice? Here are 5 reasons to take in-person classes over or in addition to any online or home practicing you may do.
Read MoreYoga Baum’s 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training stands out in the sea of options that are now available. Here’s why…
Read MoreLet’s be real about pregnancy… it is no walk in the park. From the earliest moments of discovering you're pregnant, a new normal of foreign weekly symptoms start to kick in. While this time is filled with joy and excitement, it can also be filled with physical and mental challenges.
What if there was a way to relieve nausea and fatigue and decrease pain and discomfort all while releasing the stress of pregnancy and inviting in relaxation?
Read MoreJohn’s story begins like a surprising amount of our clients’ journeys to yoga: with relentless back pain. Back pain is not only a top reason people turn to yoga, but it’s also the second most common reason that people visit their doctor (the common cold is the most common reason).* We at Yoga Baum are extremely practiced in helping clients with back pain.
Read MoreWhat can yoga do for you?
Whether you are looking to increase your flexibility and strength or craving more gentle functional movement, Laurie LeCompte and the team at Yoga Baum offer a diverse range of classes that serve any ability level or goal.
Since 2016, Yoga Baum has been offering the Louisville community everything from teacher training and classes to workshops and private lessons. Creating a meaningful experience for each person who steps foot in the studio is what drives Laurie and her team in everything that they do.
Read MoreHave you practiced yoga in a mask yet? It’s no big deal! Of course any sort of change to our routine and our comfort is hard to wrap our heads around at first, but luckily our yoga practice gives us the tools to deal with change with grace.
Since some of the main reasons students practice yoga are to feel better and make a positive impact on our bodies and the world, wearing a mask is important to keep everyone safe.
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