Posts by Erin Entlich
Fall Reading List
We are all on this roller coaster called life together, yet many of us hesitate to reach out for help when we experience the inevitable twist and turns along the way. And while the perfect book can’t replace a warm hug or sound advice from a friend, a solid reading list is a great place…
Read MoreSacred Rituals for the Fall Equinox
The word equinox comes from the Latin words “aequi” (equal) and “nox” (night) and means “equal night.” On the equinox, which happens twice a year, day and night are nearly equal in length. After the autumnal equinox, days become shorter as the sun continues to rise later each morning and darkness falls earlier each night.…
Read MoreFind The Right Holistic Healer in Denver
Getting or staying healthy can feel like a full-time job sometimes. Are you eating well, hydrating, exercising, maintaining healthy relationships, sleeping, meditating, and stretching? How are you managing your stress and do you have the right rolodex of providers to help you prevent, manage, or heal from injuries or illness? Like many in the wellness…
Read MoreHow to use this change in season to build healthier habits
Back to school means more than sporting the latest backpack style, new school supplies, or the grind of making daily lunches … it means a glorious return to routine! Even if you are someone who thrives on adventure and spontaneity, creating a routine can help you establish healthier habits so you can reach your wellness…
Read MoreStaying In Shape While On Vacation
It’s almost impossible to stick to your normal workout routine when you travel; however, with a few intentional choices you can still prioritize your overall health and fitness regardless of where your travels take you. Switching your perspective and looking at your vacation or work travel as an opportunity to try a new form of…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Koshas: The 5 Layers of the Body
It’s widely accepted that yoga can improve flexibility, balance, and strength as well as cultivate mental clarity and a sense of calm. However, this is just scratching the surface of what the practice of yoga entails. Yoga, at its core, is a comprehensive and holistic approach to physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing. When practiced fully,…
Read More10 Reasons to add Inversions to Your Practice
A yoga teacher’s suggestion to invert has the power to elicit a range of emotions, from confusion, anxiety, or fear to anticipation, excitement, or straight up joy. Regardless of where you land on the emotional spectrum, inversions help release tension, boost circulation, increase energy, and strengthen the physical body. Inversions can also help calm the…
Read MoreWhat is a Sun Salutation?
If you’ve ever taken a vinyasa yoga class then you’ve likely performed Sun Salutations, or Surya Namaskars in Sanskrit. They are a key component of instructor-led yoga classes and are generally performed at the beginning of class as a way to warm up the body and prepare you for deeper stretches or more challenging postures.…
Read MoreHealthy, Happy Hamstrings: How to Gain Hamstring Flexibility
Your hamstrings are a group of three muscles that run along the back of your thigh, from your hip to just below your knee. Tight hamstrings are very common, and tend to become tighter and less flexible as we age, primarily due to how much time we spend sitting. Regardless of your activity level, you…
Read MoreWhat Size Weights Should You Use In Barre Class?
The age old debate: is it better to do fewer reps with heavier weights or higher reps with lighter weights? The short answer is, it depends. Generally speaking, performing fewer reps with heavier weights tends to increase muscle mass while focusing on high reps with light weights builds muscle endurance. Depending on your goals, incorporating…
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