For the first time in many years, I quietly let the New Year roll in. My usual routine is a host of rituals on New Year’s Eve: incense, painting, writing and smashing an egg symbolic of the things I want to let go of in 2012. But I did nothing this year and I was [...]

I picked up the phone and heard his slow, steady, calm Maine accent. Instantly, I was 16 again spending summers in Maine and driving around in a Dodge Charger singing “Margaritaville.” Jerry is a dear friend and had called to tell me about a very interesting “small world” story. But what struck me so profoundly [...]

With the change of the season comes a change of activities.  Now is the time to get outdoors as much as possible before the dreaded Northeast summer heat and humidity.  Walking, biking, hiking through nature…all of these are excellent activities that get you outside and get you moving! At some point, you are going to [...]

I love finding movement opportunities in NYC and the places I travel.  I was thrilled to find this French sport, Pétanque, similar to the Italian Bocce, is right here in Bryant Park! I find many women still believe ‘working out’ is an all or nothing event.  Creating a “Buffet of Movement (c)” is a very [...]

Whew!  It’s been a whirlwind of a month!  Perhaps you feel the same with schedules, work, meetings and what time is left trying to fit in your health and wellness program.  But how do you stay the course when life speeds up?  Here are a few secrets I learned… 1 – Use the movement throughout [...]

The beauty of the full body moving in space still brings joy to my heart. I have been teaching plus size yoga for 12 years now and I was reminded again why I love teaching this class! A new client came in to take class tonight. There was a sense of welcome and surprise when [...]

My favorite show of all time – Dancing With the Stars – literally has me jumping off the couch, dancing, cheering and screaming with delight! I couldn’t wait to see Kirstie dance – the heels, the form fitting clothes and Maks by her side.  A woman who most likely has stuggled her entire life with [...]

Suze Orman – “stand in your truth.” Simple yet powerful. Dani Johnson – “be honest with yourself.” Easier said than done. Here are some tips to get there: 1) Sit very still for a few moments and take 5 breaths in and out. 2) Notice how your body feels – tired, wired, contracted, stretched, or [...]

Hope lies in the longer days and the magnolia buds patiently waiting to bloom.  It has been a long snowy winter.  It’s a challenge to move the body when the days are cold and dark.  But now is the moment to slowly begin to shine.  Here are 3 simple steps to get you on your [...]

Happy Valentine’s Day! I am a huge fan of chocolate, but today I am thrilled to see the Go Red campaign for women and heart disease making a real mark! Often, you may only become aware of your heart after running for a bus, climbing stairs or crying over your broken heart. Heart disease is [...]