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Yoga, Healing, & Recovery

February 28, 2017 2 min read

Through yoga we all have the power to heal and reclaim our true authenticity. When I first entered into recovery, I was in the midst of a painful divorce and terrified of my unknown future. The addition of yoga to my work in recovery became my refuge and strength as I walked through the profound uncertainty of starting over.

Poses that Build Tapas (heat)

February 12, 2017 2 min read

Do you wonder why most yoga classes, regardless of style, include chair pose, warrior one, and plank? Not only include them, but include MANY of them? Yoga classes are structured with intention, and these poses are intended to warm up the body and build tapas. Tapas translates from Sanskrit as “to heat.”

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5 Benefits of Deep Breathing

September 03, 2016 3 min read

Yoga is not only about getting exercise and stretching your muscles, but it's also about your spirit. It's a time when you can slow down, focus, and use long, deep breathing to relax your inner self and your physical being at the same time.

Anxiety in Perimenopause

March 23, 2016 2 min read

One of the most drastic changes the female body undergoes is menopause. Though it's a natural process, it can be quite an ordeal for some women. To complicate matters, this change may take many years and the perimenopause or transition stage can seem like forever.

The Role of Sun Salutations in your Vinyasa Flow

October 04, 2015 2 min read

One of the many beautiful things about yoga is the diversity of styles you can choose from. Whether you're after a calmer mind, a more flexible body, or greater strength, whether you wish to be still or move quickly, there's a yoga discipline that's right for you.

The First Limb of Yoga: Patanjali's 5 Yamas

July 16, 2014 3 min read

Many people consider yoga to mean nothing more than deep stretches that improve flexibility. However, these poses are merely one of the eight aspects of a yogic lifestyle and embracing the other seven limbs of traditional yoga is a must. The first limb is known as the "yamas," consisting of 5 parts, which focus on the internal attitude of the practitioner.

My Place in the World

June 07, 2014 1 min read

One Track Heart - The Story of Krishna Das

May 20, 2014 1 min read

Yogis and Packing Guns

May 19, 2014 2 min read

Chaturanga Dandasana (four-limbed staff pose)

May 12, 2014 2 min read

Execution of the perfect chaturanga dandasana—the four-limbed staff pose—is a lovely sight to behold! The body of the experienced yoga practitioner seems to levitate inches over the floor. Then her chin rises and her back gracefully bows as she moves into urdhva mukha svanasana. Beginning yoga students transitioning into the intermediate phase of yoga instruction are particularly daunted by what appears to be an effortless pose.

Be the Change - MC Yogi

February 28, 2014 1 min read

Yoga Exercises for Stronger Legs

February 26, 2014 3 min read

In addition to all the great health benefits of yoga, yoga also has postures that serve as excellent, effective exercises for stronger legs. Even if it is not possible to attend a formal yoga class, these postures can easily be done at home to strengthen legs, while also providing an opportunity for relaxation, meditation, and increased flexibility.

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