Editor’s note: It's that time of the year for another great guest post from Melina Meza, author of the Art of Sequencing, on mindfully adjusting your daily ritual and yoga practice to honor seasonal change. --------------------- Winter Elements = Earth + Water•Earth qualities: stable, rigid, grounding •Water qualities: fluid, cooling, calming, graceful Here we are again on the cusp of another winter. Are you ready? I hope so! In this blog and upcoming Seasonal Vinyasa Winter retreats in … [Read more...] about Seasonal Vinyasa: Winter and Ayurveda with Melina Meza
Have Fun Practicing Sun Salutation with Urban Yoga Monkey
I recently came across Urban Yoga Monkey, a great blog that focuses on offering practical and fun yoga solutions for those who need to unstick their minds and bodies from the grind of modern urban life. Here's one video from the blog where Beth discusses Sun Salutations from a rooftop in London (in very strong winds, no less). To see more guerrilla/urban yoga at it's finest, here's a link of Beth practicing Warrior 3 in the middle of a snowstorm. … [Read more...] about Have Fun Practicing Sun Salutation with Urban Yoga Monkey
Practice Yoga to Ward Off Seasonal Cold & Flu
Editor’s note - This is a timely guest post from Sasha Britton on one of yoga's many health benefits: Strengthening the immune system. [vodpod id=Video.5040401&w=500&h=370&fv=] Video Source: yogalifescience.com -------------------- A recent story on NPR sheds some light on evidence that may help keep you from one thing that everyone dreads - catching a cold or flu this season. The British Journal of Sports Medicine study cited in the story found that people who exercised five … [Read more...] about Practice Yoga to Ward Off Seasonal Cold & Flu
Who Doesn’t Love a Good Yoga Book? ~ Fanning the Obsession in 2010
As I've mentioned before, I have a serious weakness for yoga books. I mean, who doesn't? Anyhow, in a moment of complete disclosure, here's what I've added to my collection so far this year (in no particular order): Krishnamacharya: His Life and Teachings by A.G. Mohan Learn more about A.G. Mohan at his website: Svastha Yoga and Ayurveda. Teaching Yoga: Essential Foundations And Techniques by Mark Stephens Read the author’s bio. Uncover a ton of teaching and practice pointers on Vinyasa … [Read more...] about Who Doesn’t Love a Good Yoga Book? ~ Fanning the Obsession in 2010
Wanderlust Festival 2011
The dates are on the books for Wanderlust 2011, the ONE-OF-A-KIND YOGA RETREAT & MUSIC FESTIVAL. Put it on your calendars! You won't want to miss it!! … [Read more...] about Wanderlust Festival 2011
Guest Post: Taming Vata ~ Seasonal Vinyasa Tips for Fall
Editor’s note: This is another great guest post from Melina Meza, author of the Art of Sequencing. ------------------------------- In fall, the Vata dosha becomes predominant, potentially taking your physical, mental and/or energetic bodies out of balance. The following tips from my new book, “Art of Sequencing – Volume 2” will help to balance Vata, creating a more stable, grounding presence during the fall. FALL DAILY RITUAL (Dinacharya) Ideally, all these practices can be followed, … [Read more...] about Guest Post: Taming Vata ~ Seasonal Vinyasa Tips for Fall
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