“There is a kindness that dwells deep down in things; it presides everywhere, often in the places we least expect. The world can be harsh and negative, but if we remain generous and patient, kindness inevitably reveals itself. Something deep in the human soul seems to depend on the presence of kindness; something instinctive in us expects it, and once we sense it we are able to trust and open ourselves.”
“Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive and go out and do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.”
A fundamental exercise to strengthen the core while mobilizing the hip. This is movement 101 and something everyone should learn. A wonderful series that, when practiced often, develops core strength, pelvic stability and hip mobility.
Note from the teacher: The following series of exercises offer a functional based training approach to movement. Functional-based training strengthens our bodies for what they do daily. Our daily tasks ARE exercises but most people don't think of their day to day movements in those terms. We squat, lunge, bend, twist, flex and extend our bodies all day long. Practicing movements that we use in every day life allows us to move more efficiently and keeps our bodies mobile and strong.
Carla Shifflett's videos are to be practiced individually or as a group 2-3 times per week. Individually, these videos are both instructional strength training and educational. Collectively, they build upon one another, creating a well rounded exercise program for anyone.
“Everybody needs beauty as well as bread, places to play in and pray in, where nature may heal and give strength to body and soul.”