Yoga Instructor, Coach, and Lifestyle guru Hope Knosher
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Taking care of ourselves and maintaining our health has never been more critical, and moving our bodies can help. A recent survey by the American Psychological Association found that 42% of the U.S. adult population reported undesired weight gain due to COVID-19. The average increase in weight was 29 pounds! Make Moving A Priority As we re-enter …
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When was the last time you really took the time to listen to your body? Not just when you’re feeling pain from a headache or an injury. Just noticing how your body is feeling in this moment right now. What about noticing how your body is feeling during an extended rush hour drive, before a …
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The sunrise was glowing as we drove across the bridge onto Hilton Head Island. As we crossed over, we could see both sides of the island. On one side, it was a fiery red and orange as the sunset rested behind the landscape. On the other, it was beautiful shades of pastel that I had …
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Your nervous system guides almost everything you feel, think, do, and say. Your nervous system controls complicated processes like thought, movement, and memory. It is also essential in things your body does without thinking, like breathing, blushing, and blinking. Balance your nervous system and increase your health and wellbeing and the functioning of your body …
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Understanding Stress & The Vagus Nerve Emotional and Physical wellbeing are intimately linked. If we are in chronic pain, it can be hard to be joyful, happy, and interested in connecting with others. Conversely, if we are well-rested, well-fed, and in good physical shape, we feel good and want to be socially active. It …
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If you are new to yoga and you’re concerned about learning in a group setting, try these ten yoga poses for beginners to get started on your own! Once you build your confidence and experience you can begin to try out a group setting. Developing a home practice is important. It’s helpful to keep a …
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10 Practices To Cultivate Hope We are entering a space between stories. A space where it is important to practice cultivating hope. Something hurts in there. Can you feel it? We are one earth, one tribe, one people, and we are all in this together. We all go through times in life that challenge …
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4 Practices To Create Calm During The Coronavirus Pandemic We are being forced to hit the “pause” button as the unprecedented Coronavirus pandemic is unfolding. The situation is inconvenient, and it is scary. Uncertainty about finances and health is causing stress levels to rise. In the long run, the unknown can take a toll on …
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As the world’s scientists and leaders work to contain this new Coronavirus strain, develop a vaccine, and discover other treatments and measures, the Coronavirus outbreak is likely to continue to spread. There is a lot that is unknown at this point. More people are feeling unsafe and experiencing a heightened stress level. As a health …
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Yoga is about being present in the moment and being part of all that is. Being in nature helps us to make that connection. The benefits of practicing yoga outdoors are many. Whether in the mountains, at the beach, or even your backyard, the benefits of practicing yoga outdoors include bringing new elements and …
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Let’s face it ~ we all fall off the mat from time to time and we need to revive our yoga practice. Maybe a break occurs due to travel, sickness, holidays, injury, a disruption in our usual routine, or just the busyness of life. We step off our mat and have a hard time getting …
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As the New Year and New Decade begin, you may be thinking about how this year will be different. You may set resolutions and make plans for change. This is also a good time to practice mindfulness. Taking time to get present can help us in knowing where we want to go and how best …
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Take a moment to draw your awareness to your breath. Is it deep or shallow? Fast or slow? Our life is entirely dependent on breathing, but we rarely give it much thought.
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I am excited and humbled to share my latest news with you. You may know that my journey into yoga began after a breast cancer diagnosis and the death of my mother rocked my world. I came to yoga after my doctor recommended that I give it a try. My practice has been and continues to …
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Sometimes, the fear of saying the wrong thing squelches us into silence. This may never be more true than when it comes to a cancer diagnosis. Sometimes, it’s easier not to write for the fear of not putting your words correctly to paper. However, in this moment, I choose to overcome these fears and share …
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My latest is up at mindbodygreen. Here is a excerpt: “Do you ever find yourself wondering if there’s something more to life? I know that I did years ago as I completed treatment for breast cancer and then scant weeks later bid my mother farewell. I held her hand in mine and placed my other …
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For many years I lived outside of my body, denying that there was an inside. Staying busy every second with the inconsequential stuff one can come up with to keep the focus outside. I didn’t realize that my body was a multilayered canvas, as I stayed unconnected to my thoughts, instincts, and desires. Our body …
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Infertility is a sensitive topic and my heart goes out to anyone who has struggled with this issue. I remember the depth of pain in hearing someone tell me that it just wasn’t going to happen. I remember the heart breaking ups and downs that went along with the journey. Our stories may all …
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Here is a link to my latest article up at MindBodyGreen entitled 7 Ways To Heal Your Body & Mind By Opening Your Heart. My journey of healing body and mind started and continues through my heart space. In this article I share some of my experiences and the ways that helped me to …
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Everything we eat is food for our soul. Yogis believe that food creates prana (life force) that sustains our bodies and brings us vitality and health. I am so excited to be partnering with Whole Foods Market Johns Creek and Salud to host this class about eating from a yogic perspective! During this class I …
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