Yesterday, while in a vinyasa class I had chosen for its likelihood of getting me sweaty, the (incredible) instructor said something that really resonated with me. She opened the class by letting us know that the afternoon’s goal would be to move toward Padmasana, or Lotus Pose. In preparation for Lotus Pose, we did a lot […]
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Yoga Gear for Travelers: Hacking a Yoga Block
Like many newbie yoga practitioners, I attended my first yoga classes at a chain gym. The gym I belonged to at the time was well-known for its energetic, competitive atmosphere. Those qualities — and its constant, heart-pumping dance music — made it an excellent place for cardio, weight-lifting, and high-energy classes like hip-hop and pole dancing, […]
Twisting Asanas: Yoga for Spring (and Travel)
Spring is finally here! While the season may have officially arrived a week or two ago, it was only in the last couple of days that my part of the country has managed to shake the cold weather. Spring is all about rebirth and cleaning things out, making it an excellent time to introduce some twists […]