Somatic exercise stands at the intersection of physical movement and emotional healing, offering a unique pathway to release stored tension and process deeper feelings. Unlike conventional fitness ...

Do you ever feel your body craving intentional, slow movement instead of a HIIT sweat sesh? Somatic exercises are a great way to get that fill while calming your nervous system (like helping anxiety) ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Have you ever taken a yoga class so intense that you left the studio with tears in your eyes? Or gone so ...

Okay, quick show of hands: who else is finding life just a teensy tiny little bit ~stressful~ right now? From the heavy news cycle to the cost of living crisis, we (and our nervous systems) are all ...

After a long day, many people experience that tight sensation in their neck or shoulders that slowly creeps in. If you feel these sensations more often than not, you may be holding excess stress and ...

IN THIS HYPERACTIVE world of non-stop schedules and endless notifications, busy people often exercise to regulate stress. A solid sweat session can leave you feeling more energized and even happier ...

I’d heard that somatic exercise can be helpful for “this time of life” but honestly, I didn’t even know what “somatic” meant. Natalie Kuhn, co-CEO and founding teacher at The Class, filled me in. In ...

Somatics is a buzzy word in the wellness world. But what exactly does it mean and what’s it for? Well, first it might be helpful to know that “soma” is the Greek word for the living body. Certified ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. “Release the dragon, Paton!” Moni Yakim, the legendary head of ...

Traditionally, seeking help with your mental health means hours of talking and thinking — about your childhood, your romantic life, work and how it all makes you feel. But practitioners of somatic ...

Before we’re knee-deep together in the world of thought, I’d like you to notice what’s going on in your body. What can you feel in your face? Your neck? Your shoulders and arms? Maybe there’s tingling ...