Tara Stiles & Heidi Kristoffer: No More Fear of Inversions

Yoga and wellness expert Tara Stiles, owner of Strala Yoga in Manhattan, interviews Strala instructor Heidi Kristoffer, who specializes in teaching inversions in yoga, such as handstand, scorpion, and headstand, by making going upside down fun and approachable. Heidi came to a better understanding of inversions through a personal health crisis in which going these poses helped to ease pain in her back and even repaired her back. The combination of strengthening the core and the muscles around the spine was key, says Heidi. Inversions build strength, confidence, and happiness! Try to approach inversions not as scary poses; instead, think of them as a new way to transition between poses, suggests Heidi - and bring a child-like sensibility of lightness and exploration. No sure where to start? Do a cartwheel! For more innovations in yoga, fitness, health, and the environment, go to the Nissan Innovation for Endurance page on Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/innovationforendurance - where you can also enter for a chance to win a 100% electric Nissan LEAF or one of our weekly gear giveaways.

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[rica0926]

Never let an injury stop you from doing something you like. :) I love this interview! :)

[avwfan]

@soonnic ... Tara is HOT!!!

[soonnic]

Tara looks HOT

[sealhunta]

i got a herniated disc and i find hanging upside down on an inversion table really helps my back

[junebabybeauty2]

i love all of your videos ! there amazingg they make me feel so stretched and relaxed. your great ! :)

[mebebrown]

Beautiful, refreshing and inspirational, as always. Thanks for the insight!

[melzerr1]

Going to work on my handstand--will get there one day!! :)

[TaraStilesYoga]

that's my girl!!!! xoxox