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in reply to: Lower back and hip pain #8522
Hi Haley
Have you had any improvements in your lower back? Please tell us. Bunni’s advice is very useful for many situations. It’s possible your situation is something different. If yours didn’t respond to that advice then come back and ‘report’ what’s going on!
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂in reply to: Pins and Needles In The Feet #8521Hi Donnadale
The fix for this is actually quite simple! Try with a little space between your feet. Keep them parallel. Try what happens with 3 or 6 or 9 inches apart. Perhaps you need to spread the foundation to create better balance and have more physical space to breathe. There could be quite a bit of compression (maybe too much at times) in your abdomen.
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂in reply to: Chills and goosebumps #8520Hi Kimmy
I was asking myself where you might be feeling the sensations. Chills are usually a whole body sensation but could be confined to say just your back for example. Gooseflesh may also be localised or generalised. Which is it for you?
Rather than me telling you some of the danger signs, it is best you look up the difference between heat exhaustion and hyponatremia. Of course look up dehydration. See if any of those symptoms are yours. It is possible that you have an electrolyte imbalance.
Please let me know if you need any more help. It’s definitely something you need to manage!
It could be as simple as sea salt added to your food or water, taking supplements, and or more water.
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂in reply to: coughing and yoga #8519Hi Jessica
Did your cough go? Your 30 days is almost over… How do you feel?
To be quite frank, challenge or no challenge if you’re sick then you need to do what’s right for your body (not to satisfy the artificial situation that you have committed to). A 30 day challenge still should work in a rest day once a week but as I understand it, most people don’t follow this basic rule. It is possible that your body needs rest to recover? Any training regime has rest days.
What is your gut feeling?
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂in reply to: looking for ideas #8518Hi Dennis
Have you by any chance taken a look at the other Janushirasana posts on the forum? Can I ask you to step me through exactly what you do to get yourself to the head to knee position? Start when your arms are over your head. What do you do next. At what point do you get your hands around your feet?
It’s probably quite a simple fix (waiver: if my suspicions are correct!).
BTW: That hip opening pose is often called square pose or double pigeon.
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂Hi Julia
It really will come down to your experimentation, how you feel etc. There are no one size fits all rules. If you are hungry before an evening class then see what time you have to add a snack mid afternoon.
If you are not up before an early class then you may need to drink small amounts through your class. You are naturally dehydrated in the morning so you should try to get at least 2 big glasses in and as much as 4-5.
On an empty stomach in the morning you will probably find that drinking slightly warm water will help you hydrate more easily because it’s easier to take than when cold.
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂in reply to: Sore throat #8515Hi Chelsea
A sore throat doesn’t have to be connected with your yoga. It could be a coincidence.
Swollen hands and feet could be related to a number of things: Need for electrolytes, need for water, possibly related to your new level of activity. Were you active before you started yoga or more sedentary?
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂in reply to: weight gain, water retention, bloating… #8514Hi Heather
That’s great. A 2 pound increase overnight is something to pay attention to. Hey, just wondering do you weigh yourself everyday or is it that you did so this time because you felt different?
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂in reply to: Extreme tiredness #8513Hi Diane
You may need to: drink more water and or take more electrolytes, or do your classes at night or even try one day on and one day off for a week and see how that goes.
The 60 day challenge for you may not be appropriate while you are having your own challenges. Powering through no matter what is not really what yoga is about.
Work out what your body is telling you and then respond.
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂in reply to: Plugged ears, anyone?? #8505Oh of course Connie,
This is just a friendly discussion about our opinions! Everyone is free to do as they wish and to express themselves.
I can tell you something that may have some meaning for you. And that is that turning the volume down on one’s hearing (say if one were to wear ear plugs) doesn’t mean one wouldn’t hear what’s being said, it would mean (and this is provable) that one would take a longer time to actually process what is being said.
In other words, one’s comprehension suffers when one can’t hear as well. The brain can’t keep up. If you’ve ever been talking to someone who has poor hearing, they say “pardon”, “what” and other expressions that can get really quite annoying for the speaker.
Then the frustrating part is that the speaker repeats and as they doing that the listener ‘gets’ what they said the first time (but it was in lag). I recognise it in people often. I was that listener before my hearing aids. So no matter how good your hearing, if you plug your ears your class will suffer to some degree.
Maybe plug ears in a silent class. 😉
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂in reply to: Plugged ears, anyone?? #8503Hi Jessica
I was wondering if you have had your ears checked. Some people develop a lot of wax in their canals. If that is at all likely then it is possible you could manage that with ear candling or syringing or other. Some people have really narrow canals. Could that be you? (*I know divers do.)
Have you ever had this problem in any other situation?
Finally, on a practical, face value sense: Does your head band leave any hair in front of it? If I wear a normal head band this doesn’t really work for me. I do have a head band that sweeps the hair into it almost as if it’s half head band half scarf. I can barely see any hair around my face at all. When I wear this it definitely manages the sweat so much better.
Connie, I think that earplugs would not be a really useful solution. Having a hearing problem myself, I can tell you that it’s the sensation of plugging the ears with anything physical that I find particularly uncomfortable and annoying. Hearing feels like SPACE. I am not sure if that makes sense. Plugging …. yikes!
It would be temporarily creating the problem to deal with the problem. It would certainly be a band aid solution if nothing else worked.
I kinda want to stay away from that ‘script’ comment except to say that the reason many go to yoga is to be present. To block out the script even if it is a recited script is already closing oneself off to the possibility of presence and newness… so if you can find something to avoid that scenario would be the best thing.
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂Hi Cyberry
I made an assumption (which I try not to do too often 😉 ) that your set up meant your chair. But true to form you have helped me understand the situation better.
Nevertheless I am sure the info won’t be wasted on others who perhaps have misconceptions about how ergonomic can translate in the workplace.
So glad to hear your story. I swear it’s similar to mine. As I sit here with my feet on my little platform which I incline one way or the other depending on my mood, I am totally tuned into the spinal corkscrew effect that I feel when I cross my legs. I am sure it is intimately connected with my scoliosis which definitely amplifies if I sit for long periods of time.
Oh, thank goodness for yoga
I look forward to reading your update.
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂Hi Cyberry
It’s fascinating that there is a whole industry on creating ergonomic furniture. And what does that furniture do? It “supports” the body. You could be sitting in a molded chair with little lumps for your butt cheeks to fit into, with a little bucket hugging your thighs. Maybe your back rest has lumbar support etc.
Let me know if that’s the case. It very well could be the cause of your problem.
The issue is that we humans were designed to move and not sit still for hours and hours at a time. The ergonomic equipment could be stopping you moving, even shifting position. While it may feel comfortable, you could actually be tightening up through your hamstrings and back.
It would be interesting to see if there’s any correlation with your ergonomic chair and the onset of your tightness.
Active sitting may actually be the way to go here. A pretty regular chair. Sit upright, create the arch in your spine, unsupported by a back rest, with your computer screen and keyboard appropriately placed so that your shoulders can be in a good position. There are so many connections in the body that tightness in one area will flow over.
The other thing to do is have a timer: When it rings after 50 minutes or so, get up and move around. Half moon, bow pose, your choice. Anything. A down dog and a lunge or 2. Something!
So there’s something to think about.
Can’t wait to hear your thoughts.
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂PS with so much computer work in recent years I can tell you my body has definitely been telling me to get up and MOVE and tightness does come quickly. I don’t think it has to do with age so much as activity.
Hi Cyberry
My thoughts? Could be a few things either separately or in combination.
>> An unresolved issue in your hamstrings.
>> An issue with the way you move your body outside of yoga. By that I mean there could be something habitual in your walk, or perhaps the way your hold your pelvis.
>> This leads to the third one. What do you do most during the day? Are you at a desk? How long for? It’s possible you have issues because of a sedentary habitual posture. Or are you constantly on the move?Let me know! And we can delve further. There are definitely clues in there somewhere. 😉
If you’re in a hot room and you do the class that should be sufficient to warm you up. So I don’t think that is it. Are you as flexible as you were when you started yoga? Perhaps you consider yourself more flexible than ever.
Just trying to get a better sense of what’s going on first.
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂Hi Amy
It is definitely possible that your body is still recovering from all the time you were on the pill. I certainly had a similar issue and it took months before my system was normal. But I wasn’t exercising as much…
So it seems as though you need more investigation. My doctor gave me Chinese Herbal Medicine and that seemed to do the trick. I am not suggesting it would do for you but you may want to see how you can normalise your systems. It will probably take more than just coming off the pill.
Nutrition could be a big determinant. I am a fan of a diet of mostly raw food. It takes some experimentation to know what works. But certainly check into the benefits (hormonally speaking) of incorporating more raw food and juices into your diet.
And yes I am pleased to say I personally know people who have had fertility success stories after going to hot yoga. (Personal and not third party friend of a friend stuff!).
Somebody who runs 30 miles a week must LOVE running. I would look around the web, ask questions about what running could do to your (reproductive) system. Find out whether it’s worthy at least temporarily cutting back and focusing on nurturing and more gentle exercise (yoga!). Whatever you do has to feel right for you. I cannot advise you on that one because every body is different and circumstances (physical, mental, emotional etc) are different.
Good luck. Keep us posted
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂in reply to: Sore throat #8491Hi Liliana
Phew! That’s great you’re rid of the sore throat AND you’ve got Rabbit sorted! Woo hoo.
Re putting your heels together. That will come with time. You may just be developing the length in your muscles to be able to work into that ideal geometry. It’s a great convincer that poses change with your changing body. Keep testing the waters. Work on that spinal length and every so often try to rotate the lower legs to bring those heels together. Main thing is to keep the weight in the right place. Oh, now that you ‘get’ it, see if pushing shins into the ground makes a difference.
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂PS :* You’re welcome
in reply to: Website Change #8487Hi Zach
Thanks so much for the compliments! I am thrilled to hear you have experienced such progress in such a short time.
The ads: Just wondering are you talking about this website, Hot Yoga Doctor? Because those windows will never, ever appear if you are logged in!
On my original website (the Noosa one) we are making the changeover so that it will be the same as this one, so that once you’re logged in you just get direct unhindered access.
These things take time and money to do. So while those pesky windows may be annoying, 😉 we balance that with our activities elsewhere to create free products!
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂Hi Wayne
Yowie! That must have been VERY scary to say the least. Toe Stand is definitely a pose you don’t want to be attempting! You know, some studios have abandoned this pose completely because it is a risky pose.
It is possible that you need to avoid the twisting movement of the knee by bringing the foot up to the hip. It is possible that you need to bring the sole of the foot to the inner thigh instead. I would need more information about what’s going on in that knee now when you’re in Tree. Do tell. 😉
As for your IT band issue. There are some great stretches that you may enjoy. Of course you can Google many of them. The one that is often practised in yoga is half pigeon.
Here’s how:
>> Come up onto all fours
>> Bring your knee forward to just behind the hand on the same side, placing it on the floor
>> Bring the foot in toward your hip at an angle
>> Ideally you would line the lower leg up parallel to the top of the mat, but you will start with your leg ‘closed’ and gradually move towards ideal position so that you can get an IT stretch without over-twisting your knee. In other words, err on the side of safety then move the foot away from the bent leg
>> Move the other leg back straight behind you
>> Use your hands on the floor to support your body and control the intensity of the stretch
>> As you become more flexible you’ll move your body down onto the floor and extend your arms out in front of you eventually with your forehead to the floorThe reason this stretch works is because your knee is out to the side and then your foot crosses the midline. You get to stretch the outside and also the inside of the leg.
Check out some other stretches online that work for you. And tell us what feels good.
The other restorative knee pose seems almost too simple. Just kneel with feet and legs together. It’s not an IT stretch at all but it could help you manage your healing knee.
Take it easy on that knee for a while. You may not go to a doctor but you may want to see a physiotherapist for some supervision and exercises to help you rehabilitate.
If you have more information about your tight IT and calf muscles then fill us in.
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂in reply to: Post Hot Yoga class replinishment? #8482Hi Peter and Connie
While coconut water and Emergen-C are good they can get a bit pricey. There are other options that are more expensive and others that are more cost effective: Electrolyte tabs (do your research) good quality unrefined sea salt (salt your food and even your water – we do this at our house). Gatorade is something I don’t recommend. It’s artificially coloured and flavoured and is really not much more than sugar, Na and K.
Peter it’s fantastic you’re feeling so good after your operation.
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂in reply to: I got sooo sick! #8481Hi Juni
Yes I am so grateful for the wonderful forum that we’ve created together! Thanks so much for your appreciation.
What you are saying reminds me of when I started. I had ‘the addiction’ like so many others. There were times I couldn’t go (yes I too got sick less than 2 weeks in) sometimes it was work. The lesson was to let that attachment go too. You have the commitment and the passion to continue. It IS ok to let your body physically recover, to gain some mental space, to NOT go to yoga sometimes. It’s all part of the process. Let go of the guilt and trust that you will be back.
Connie I like your affirmation.
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂in reply to: Extreme tiredness #8480Hi Jess
It often happens that people get exhausted. Some people have the opposite issue: invigorated and energised.
An important question for you:
How do you feel the day following an evening class? Are you also wiped out then too? Because if you’re not, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t just go to night time classes until your system stabilises.
That sore neck is an issue that if you’re willing I think is worth some conversation about. Please tell me more…
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂in reply to: Products: Home Practice or Lose Weight Quickly #8479Hi Kim
Thanks so much for your lovely words! I am thrilled you love what you’ve found so far. :coolsmile:
May I ask you if you’re considering continuing your studio visits or if you’re planning to do all your practice at home?
It’s also important to know your own outcome for your practice. Is it more for stress, for weightloss, for trimming that belly? If you had no stress but a little flab on your belly would that be OK? If you had a lithe slim body but reacted to stress would that be OK?
Well they’re crude questions but you get my drift. The weightloss product definitely addresses shape change from all angles – not just exercise and not just food and not just attitude or mindset.
The Home Practice Kit (with the DVD) would be wonderful if you want to practise at least some of the time at home if not all. You’ll have the DVD to review when you need to watch a class alongside just hearing the audio instruction. It’s particularly helpful for reviewing poses one or 2 at a time to gain greater distinctions and understanding so that your practice is safe, effective and risk free.
If you go to a studio that relies on a script and says the same things every time you will likely find that there is a limit to the depth (of experience) that you can go.
Whatever you decide you can simply follow the directions for the tummy exercise on the free online video. I like to do this activity before and or after class. While the exercise is referred to in the Weightloss product it refers you to watch the video. And pssst… it works really well.
There is a TON of information and lots of wonderful eating ideas and recipes that will help you make changes in your body (and the health of your entire family). There is a lot of guidance from the point of view of food choice and preparation and how to transition your way with ease and delicious experiences.
(I guess you’ve looked at the most in depth resource: the Hot Yoga MasterClass manual. 😛 )
So tell me, which is more important to you right now? Practice or belly fat? If you want both products I will organise a special offer for you. Just PM me!
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂in reply to: Pins and Needles In The Feet #8469Hi Ny
That’s an interesting thing going on!!!
Is it a nerve? Well it does appear to be something ‘nervous’ in nature.
Can you try something for me?
Next time you’re in class, go forward into Hands to Feet, do the warm up but then bend down with chest on legs and then simply leave the hands away from the feet. Don’t touch your feet. Just lift your hips keeping body on legs. You can place your hands on the floor if you need the balance. But keep minimal pressure through the hands.
Do that first set and see if the phenomenon happens again. Then for your second set you could try placing your palms against the ankles, thumbs on the outsides just grasping your legs and pulling up that way (keep your shoulders away from the ears OK? 😉 )
Come back and report!
Another class do the no hands technique again and second set place the hands under in the normal way.
I don’t think it’s got anything to do with oxygenated blood from feet rushing to head!!! But if someone can convince me of that I am willing to listen.
It’s odd that it never happens anywhere else. Still one would want to make sure that there are enough electrolytes to feed those muscles and nerves of yours!
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂in reply to: Warning–Minoxidil based Hair Products!! #8468Thanks Maria
What an incredible story. What can we do to help you, support you? Wishing you a speedy and easy return to your normal comfortable self!
Are you practising yoga?
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂in reply to: Sitting Japanese #8467Hi Sis
You sent me your reply in an email. Are you willing to please press the “Post Reply” button and provide your answer for everyone? I am sure others would love to benefit from what you have to say!
Namaste
Gabrielle 🙂 -
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