Here are some eye exercises.  Ever thought about Yoga for the eyes?  The eyes are the windows to your soul.  The eyes provide the sense of sight.  The eyes need to be stretched for your sensual healing.  Most of us do not exercise our eye muscles at all, but yet, we work them all the […]

Recently, I attended a launch party in NYC for Mo Brown’s new production company, Suga Productions. At the event she premiered the video for new Gospel artist, Terri Cann.   Also premiering, was a video that featured Mo Brown showcasing her multi-talented capabilities. Check out this episode of “What’s Up With Downes” it follows Host, Robin […]

The lack of Oscar nominees for people of color, at the recent Academy awards, continues to spark the discussion about the portrayal of Black people in media. Related Article From NewsOne : Past Black Oscar Nominees And Winners [Photos] Recently, the ladies of Sistah Talk TV featured their hot topic on TV One’s Cathy Hughes […]

On Tuesday, February 22nd the Elev8 team attended an exclusive listening session & performance from 3x Grammy Award Winning Duo Mary Mary. They performed songs from the upcoming release on March 29th of “Something Big”! The evening started out with a listening session of the new album, the audience gathered in great anticipation of the […]

One of my favorite Yoga Poses is Supta Badda Konasana (Reclining Bound Angle) (SOUP-tah BAH-dah cone-NAHS-anna) supta = lying down, reclining baddha = bound kona = angle Benefits: Frees energy flow in pelvic area Increases vitality in digestive organs Good for pregnant women in preparation for childbirth (use bolsters) Quiets the mind Relief from PMS […]

Take the time to cultivate a state of being that opens your heart. Once your heart is open you can begin the journey that leads to an invitation to intimacy. Join instructor Robin Downes of Yoga Flava, as she guides you on a spiritually sensual healing journey through your energy centers (chakras). This video session […]

In strengthening the core, a person has greater control over pelvic floor muscles and reproductive  organs. Harnessing this helps the individual release muscle tension and experience full body ecstasy. Yoga is an ideal way to get your sensual core in to shape.  Stamina and strength is sexy.  You’ll look better and feel sexier after regular […]

Try this sequence of neck and shoulder stretches that are demonstrated by Robin Downes of Yoga Flava during a recent appearance on Sistah Talk TV. These gentle exercises can help relieve muscle fatigue. You should do these every 1-2 hours. Excerpts from SISTAH TALK TV SHOW Original Air Date 1.8. 2011 and ROBIN DOWNES of YOGA […]

One sign of stress is muscular tension, especially in the neck shoulders and back.  If you are reading this you are probably at your computer –  you’ll find the following simple exercises are great for correcting your posture, relieving tension and helping you to relax. Here’s a taste of this week’s Yoga Flava Video Snack […]

The winter chill keeps your shoulders up by your ears. Shoveling snow can strain your back. Take time to melt the unconscious Winter tension and stiffness that builds up in the shoulders, neck and back.  Feel better with these two healing yoga moves; Forward Fold and Shoulder Rolls. To see how it’s done, join me […]

The first ever total lunar eclipse in two years will happen during the shortest day of the year, the Winter Solstice. The official beginning of winter. The Yin and Yang symbol was created to represent the balance of the seasons.  Here are background facts about this transitional time and some Yoga poses to help you […]

As the year comes to an end and we all reflect on where we have been and where we are going, part of the evaluation also needs to be what family, friends and associates have we allowed to be a part of our inner circle. What is an “inner circle”?  An inner circle is your […]