Resources for at-home yoga and meditation
Updated: Mar 17, 2020 There’s been just one thing on everyone’s minds lately, and as of late Friday afternoon, the U.S. has declared a National Emergency in response to the COVID-19 crisis. This has implications across every aspect of our lives. But what does this mean for yoga? By now, I’m sure most of you reading …
Updated: Sep 24, 2020 This will be a regularly-updated post featuring relaxing yoga or meditation playlists, podcasts, or guided meditations that I have found helpful to my practice during this time. I hope they are helpful to you as well. Late September: Piano Covers playlist on Spotify This is a great one to listen to when …
By now, you all should know that I am a strong advocate for self-care, especially at holiday time. As the hustle and bustle of the holiday season ramps up, we tend to put our own needs on the back burner. However, when we fail to prioritize our own needs, we can’t effectively take care of …
Many of my students over the years have asked for suggestions on which yoga mat to purchase for personal use, and the truth is, that answer is different from person to person. When looking to buy your own mat, it’s important to consider how you will use it. Are heated yoga classes the primary part …
Or: Why I Teach on Self Love Pt. 2 Last month, I shared some of the personal reasons why I commonly teach classes centered around Self Love. In all the classes I teach, heart opening poses are a main focus. After all, who couldn’t benefit from a more open heart? Below are a couple reasons …
A handful of years ago, I was struggling in a relationship in which I was truly settling. I admitted to my best friend on the phone that I was afraid that if I wasn’t with him, I wouldn’t be with anyone. I had just moved to a new town, and I worked at a jewelry …
I have been thinking about doing a plank challenge like the one above for about a year now, and with the holiday season upon me–as well as several extra pounds, I have decided to actually do a plank challenge. Yes, at the holidays. Our core is our center, where we find balance. Developing core muscles …
Let me introduce you to something I like to call “Adult Naptime Yoga.” Photo credit: Martyn Kyle/Pernmoot Photography There is a common misconception that not everyone can “do yoga,” but let me assure you, every body can do yoga. The word “restorative” means “renewing health or giving strength,” which is exactly what Restorative Yoga does. …