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Why Core Exercises Hurt Your Back (And What Your Body Actually Needs)

Krista Shirley

Published on: 03/07/2026

Discover why core exercises may be causing lower back pain and learn how proper core activation, pelvic positioning, and nervous system retraining can improve stability, reduce pain, and help your body move more efficiently through the Body Mechanics

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How to Retrain Your Nervous System After Injury | Yoga, Breathwork & Neuroplasticity

Krista Shirley

Published on: 03/06/2026

After severe nerve damage and chronic pain, Krista Shirley discovered how breathwork, neuroplasticity, and nervous system regulation transformed her recovery. Learn how yoga and breath retrain the brain-body connection after injury.

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The Yoga Shala is a body movement studio with a specialized approach, customizing each client's class experience, based on their goals and needs. Our goal is to foster a lighthearted, non-dogmatic, warm and encouraging environment.