Nurturing the Water Element: Stretches for the Kidney and Bladder Channels This Winter Winter is the season of the Water element in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), associated with the Kidneys and Bladder. During this Yin season, our energy naturally moves inward, calling for restorative and nourishing practices that strengthen our core reserves. Supporting the Kidney […]

Heart (Fire) Meridian Stretch in Japanese Yoga The Heart meridian runs along the inner arm, from the armpit to the pinky finger. A Heart (Fire) meridian stretch in Japanese Yoga focuses on opening the chest, expanding the shoulders, and stretching the inner arms to promote emotional balance, joy, and energy flow. Stretch: Chest Opener with […]