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4 Unique Yoga Wheel Drills for Backbends (Over 40)

by Heather Monthie, PhD | Sep 15, 2025 | Backbends, Yoga, Yoga & Fitness Gear Reviews, Yoga For Women Over 40

If you’re over 40, you already know the truth: recovery takes longer, joints get crankier, and your spine occasionally makes noises you swear weren’t in the original design. But here’s the thing. That doesn’t mean you have to give up on challenging yoga poses like...

How To Use Yoga Props:

by Heather Monthie, PhD | Aug 17, 2025 | Yoga, Yoga & Fitness Gear Reviews

How to Do Child’s Pose After 40:

by Heather Monthie, PhD | Jul 13, 2025 | Yoga, Yoga & Fitness Gear Reviews

Make It Comfortable and Powerful If you’re over 40 and wondering why Child’s Pose doesn’t feel as restful as everyone says it should, you’re not alone. What’s often cued as a relaxing, go-to yoga pose can actually feel uncomfortable or even painful for...

Yoga & Fitness Props

by Heather Monthie, PhD | Jul 13, 2025 | Yoga, Yoga & Fitness Gear Reviews

Whether you’re brand new to yoga or getting back into fitness, having the right tools can make all the difference. These are the props I personally use and recommend to make your practice more supportive, comfortable, and effective, especially if you’re...

10-Minute Full Body Yoga for Beginners Over 40 (Using a Yoga Strap with Loops)

by Heather Monthie, PhD | Jul 6, 2025 | Yoga, Yoga & Fitness Gear Reviews

If you’re looking for a quick, gentle, and super effective yoga routine, especially if you’re tight in the hamstrings, shoulders, or hips, this one’s for you. In this 10-minute slow yoga class, we’ll use a yoga strap with loops to support your stretches, improve...

Cork vs Foam Yoga Block: The Best Support for Your Yoga Practice Over 40 (& your joints!)

by Heather Monthie, PhD | May 27, 2025 | Yoga, Yoga & Fitness Gear Reviews