Standing Bound Half Lotus Pose looks easy as demonstrated here by Karen Watson Reeves. While it is challenging, the pose is achievable, and the benefits are great. By Karen Watson Reeves Ahhh. . . springtime in the Spa City. And for this lover of warmth, sunshine, and all things blooming in the natural world, not much could be lovelier. It is not too difficult to know where the location is
By Karen Watson ReevesAccording to Karen Watson Reeves, the Headstand pose, while not a beginner’s pose, is challenging but can be rewarding. Photography: Fred Padilla. Top O’ The Morning to Ya! And Happy March as we welcome all the shenanigans of St. Patrick’s Day back to the Spa City!! Since we have our very own Blarney Stone in Hot Springs, it seemed like an opportune photo setting. I was curious
Karen Watson Reeves demonstrates two versions of Five Point Star Pose, a beginner-friendly pose that utilizes every muscle in the body. Photography: Fred Padilla.**One free class to the first person to identify the location of the mural in the photo. ** Email Karen at theyogaplacehs@gmail.com. By Karen Watson ReevesIf you have ever read the bio blurb at the end of my articles, you will have seen that I am a
Classic Pigeon and Resting Pigeon as demonstrated by Karen Watson Reeves, help open the hip joint and stretch the thighs. Photography: Fred Padilla **Three free classes to the first person to identify the rooftop**Email Karen at TheYogaPlaceHS@gmail.com. By Karen Watson ReevesIt is not unusual for yoga teachers to hear frequent requests from students for “hip openers.” And it is not unusual to see pigeons on rooftops. Pigeon Pose is one
Want to be more flexible? Practice Revolved Stork Pose as demonstrated by Karen Watson Reeves. Photography: Fred Padilla By Karen Watson ReevesAnd just like that, it’s December! Do you find yourself frequently looking back, as if to see where the time went? It is not unusual. Or just as often, looking ahead, anticipating what is to come? Yes, we do that, too. Yoga helps bring us to the here and
The first person to text the location of this pose by Karen Watson Reeves, (text 501-681-0566) gets a free yoga class! Photography: Fred Padilla By Karen Watson ReevesIn this posture, there is a whole lotta stretching, strengthening, and yes, even balancing going on! With the arms above the head, the shoulders and neck get an equal share of stretch, helping to reduce any stiffness in those areas that tend to
West Mountain makes a nice backdrop for Karen Watson Reeves to demonstrate Locust Pose. Photo by Fred Padilla. By Karen Watson ReevesLocust Pose is considered to be one of the backbends that is accessible to all yogis. But because it is more attainable does not mean there are fewer benefits. In fact, Locust Pose strengthens the entire backside of the body, from the base of the neck to the backs
Karen Watson Reeves demonstrates Tortoise Pose – a deep stretching pose that releases tightness and stiffness. By Karen Watson ReevesMany yoga poses are named after characteristics of nature and Tortoise (or Turtle) Pose is one of them. Tortoises draw inward when they sense danger, and in this yoga posture, the yogi moves inward and the focus shifts from the outward world to the internal. Tortoise is a deep stretching pose
Side Crow Pose, demonstrated by Karen Watson Reeves, strengthens the upper body, especially arms, wrists, and shoulders. Photo by Fred Padilla. By Karen Watson ReevesA few months ago, I shared the benefits of Crow Pose, one of the first arm balances most students attempt. There are many similarities in the benefits and many of the same strong emotions. Arm balances can be scary. . . most of us prefer to
Cow Face Pose, demonstrated by Karen Watson Reeves, is beneficial when held for several breaths. By Karen Watson ReevesCow Face Pose (Gomukhasana, in Sanskrit) can be a challenging seated yoga posture. It focuses primarily on the two pairs of ball and socket joints in the body, the hips and shoulders. And it is no secret that many of us have tight hips (because of so much sitting) and shoulders (due
Family Park is the sunny setting for Karen Watson Reeves to practice Half Lord of the Fishes Pose. By Karen Watson ReevesBoy, do I love to twist! From lying on my back, from kneeling or from sitting, the twists just feel good! There are many poses to choose from in the yoga posture category of twists, and these poses are like a reset button. Particularly helpful after forward bends and
Blooming cherry blossoms form the backdrop for Karen Watson Reeves’ demonstration of Extended Side Angle Pose. By Karen Watson ReevesThe setting for this month’s pose is a perfect springtime backdrop, and because Extended Side Angle Pose develops endurance, it seemed like an appropriate pose in front of blooming cherry blossoms, a harbinger of spring. We have endured a winter unlike any in recent memory. And Extended Side Angle requires muscle
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(L to R) Johnette Connelly Taylor, niece of “Killer Wife” first victim, Joe Connelly; Evaline Rowland Connelly (no relation to Johnette), sister of the third victim, Don Rowland; and Bitty Martin, author. Bitty Martin has completed her second Hot Springs true crime, Killer Wife: The True Story of Bonnie Connelly and the Men
By Chana Prince Greetings Fellow Travelers, March 2026 carries powerful turning-point energy. The Total Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse in Virgo on March 3 brings emotional insight and practical clarity. Virgo asks for refinement—health, habits, work, and daily devotion come into focus. What feels messy now is ready to be organized with
Thousands of plants will be for sale at the Garden Show. Save the date – Garland County Master Gardeners will be holding their annual Plant Sale and Garden Show one day only on Saturday, April 25, from 9 AM to 4 PM at the Garland County Fairgrounds. Entry is free
by Susan Koenig Springs around the corner.Our excitement builds. Our need to dig in the dirt will soon be fulfilled. We’re planning our gardens and shopping seed catalogs. We’re preparing our pots and watching video blogs. We’re dreaming of the garden and buying seeds and plants, And figuring how to get rid of the squash bugs and ants! The sun’s rays
