“To say that we stretch muscles is really a non-Truth. What we are really stretching is our minds. Muscle, or more appropriately, connective tissue, must first receive oxygenation to demonstrate elasticity and plasticity. If you contemplate it therefore, it is the conscious action of moving your mental energy into the bodypart you wish to stretch. Once that happens, then oxygen is delivered which is also known as breath. Based upon an individuals strength of mind, clarity, potency of diet, and meditation experience, that breath will contain a substrate of Prana or life force. This is, i think and feel, a leading premise of asana. In my own feeble life experience, i have used the strength of my mind to heal a broken back, separated bones, torn muscle and connective tissue, and biochemical imbalances. i have very average mind strength. the thing is, i just keep Practicing.”
– coach ilg
founder/HP Yoga & Wholistic Fitness
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Most teachings are for Wholistic Fitness Members only. Some are complimentary.
These teachings are the "Rasas" or "sap" of Wholistic Fitness. You’ll find insights to ponder, student chi to keep your own chi topped off, and plenty of proven training techniques to test on your own body, mind, and spirit! Also, you’ll find my very popular Race Reports, and news of our Sangha’s (community’s) latest transpersonal fitness adventures!
You have access to thousands of posts going all the way back to 2002. The Archives makes for ideal Svadhyaya, and if you don’t know what that important term means ... all the more reason to dive into these amazing WF Scriptural Recordings!
Checking out one or two archived teachings every day or so is an AMAZINGLY EFFECTIVE way to stay connected with your Tribe AND maintain consistency and motivation in what matters most: your own practice.
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