I took class two days in a row from the same teacher and had the fortune of getting to work through the same sequence twice. This might be irritating to some people, but I had loved the way my body felt in the first class, so I was excited to get to do it all […]
A couple of days ago I got to teach a class in which the men outnumbered the women. It was, however, a novel and uncommon experience. Historically yoga was only practiced by men and women were, in fact, prohibited from joining. Fortunately the recent trend towards classes filled […]
With the Sun Run this weekend, and so many active organizations offering training programs and group runs, a lot of bodies are going to be doing a lot of moving. Try these three great poses for runners both as you lead up to the Sun Run, and […]
Just in case that shining sun hasn’t been enough of a reminder that spring is happening out there, we’re happy to reiterate. Now is the time to get outside and enjoy this lovely city as it changes into one of its finest outfits. If you haven’t quite […]
Maybe you feel like the day passes you by without ever having noticed it was here. Or maybe you get easily caught up in a whirlwind of thoughts, to-do lists, emotions, or obligations. Reclaim your day by redirecting your thoughts. Starting a meditation practice, no matter how small, can be transformational in helping you be more present. […]
Are you having a hard time not sweating the small stuff? Its easy to get caught up in the little road blocks life puts in our way, but rather than dwelling on that which we don’t want, why not try focusing on all that you love? Cultivating an […]
Do you suffer from painful foot cramps, like so many people do?
The main reason that people get foot cramps is from a shortening and/or tightening of the muscles in the […]
I taught a Corporate Yoga class last night, and after class one student approached me and mentioned that her husband would love to try yoga, but he has had hip replacement surgery and is extremely limited in what he can do in a class. Then she told me he had the surgery done when he […]
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Welcome 2011. Maybe you have set some resolutions for yourself in this new year – perhaps added some things to your to-do-list, given yourself one more task to accomplish, or created yet another goal to reach.
It is a powerful practice to set intention, but the trouble […]
Sure is. And not just presents. Of course it is wonderfully gratifying to be able to share of ourselves – our time, our thoughts, and yes, our things – with loved ones, and gifts can certainly show that we care.
Karma yoga is the path of selfless service, and offers us a new lens for looking […]
Follow this link to take you to the full recipe. It is quick and easy and a great way to have a ready-made snack for when you are on […]
A Year of Living Your Yoga is a great little book by Judith Hanson Lasater. Judith has been teaching yoga since 1971 and also holds a Doctorate in […]
