Alison Starr

Every Asana Strong practice is built on three things.

A Perfect Warm Up — not a few cat cows and a forward fold. A real preparation that gives your body a clean slate to work from.


An Unshakeable Core — not crunches, not bracing. True core from your breathing.


Supersets — yoga-inspired movements done with load. This is where you build the strength that protects your body, bones, and builds muscle.


This practice puts all three together. Give it a go!

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11 hours ago | [YT] | 0

Alison Starr

Low back pain is misunderstood. Most people stretch it. But that usually makes it worse.

Instead, you need release and core strength. Use this quick easy 5 minute practice to get the relief and restoration your low back needs.


#YogaOver40 #LowerBackPain #YogaForStrength #FunctionalYoga #WomenOver40 #CoreStrength #AsanaStrong #MidlifeMovement #YogaStrong #FunctionalFitness

1 day ago | [YT] | 0

Alison Starr

Five minutes isn't a warmup. It isn't a consolation prize for a missed workout.
It's enough to change your body. Small things done consistently are more impactful than big things done occasionally.

That's the idea behind Atomic Practices. If you're new here — the podcast that started all of this is worth your next commute.


#YogaOver40 #YogaForStrength #WomenOver40 #AsanaStrong #MidlifeMovement #MidlifeWoman #FunctionalFitness #AgingWell #FunctionalYoga

2 days ago | [YT] | 0

Alison Starr

For most women, their arms feel under-developed. (that's the nice way of saying weak). Use this 5 minute practice to strengthen them strategically. You'll be surprised at what 5 minutes can do!

#YogaOver40 #FunctionalYoga #WomenOver40 #AsanaStrong #MidlifeMovement #StrongArms #YogaStrong #FunctionalFitness

3 days ago | [YT] | 0

Alison Starr

Been sitting for hours? Hips, back, or shoulders complaining about it? Try these simple stretches for a powerful reset.

#YogaOver40 #FunctionalYoga #WomenOver40 #AsanaStrong #MidlifeMovement #NeckPain #PostureCorrection #YogaStrong #FunctionalFitness

4 days ago | [YT] | 0

Alison Starr

Backbends have compression? Try this strap technique to create length. It puts your head and neck in alignment (hard for screen-oriented and desk-dwelling humans!)

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5 days ago | [YT] | 1

Alison Starr

Your breathing is your reset button. But when you need it most, it's challenging. Sitting, box breathing, or counting is the last thing you want to do. Try this simple moving and breathing technique instead. Do just a few rounds with me.

#YogaOver40 #FunctionalYoga #WomenOver40 #AsanaStrong #MidlifeMovement #MidlifeWoman #AgingWell #YogaForStrength

6 days ago | [YT] | 0

Alison Starr

How long have you been sitting? Too long? Do these with me.

#YogaOver40 #FunctionalYoga #WomenOver40 #AsanaStrong #MidlifeMovement #NeckPain #PostureCorrection #YogaStrong #FunctionalFitness

1 week ago | [YT] | 0

Alison Starr

Hiking this weekend? Give your ankles and legs some love first. This simple movements prepare your body and your balance.

#YogaOver40 #FunctionalYoga #WomenOver40 #AsanaStrong #MidlifeMovement #HikingFitness #YogaStrong #FunctionalFitness #AgingWell

1 week ago | [YT] | 0

Alison Starr

You need arm strength in yoga, but yoga doesn't do much to actually built it.

Take chaturanga for example, it requires strength and if you don't have it... your shoulders tell the tale.

This atomic practice builds it — in just seven minutes. With a band and a dumbbell. No gym necessary.
Give it a go.

#YogaOver40 #YogaWithWeights #YogaForStrength #FunctionalYoga #WomenOver40 #AsanaStrong #MidlifeMovement #YogaStrong #FunctionalFitness

1 week ago | [YT] | 0