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Mandala yoga is a great way to aid meditation, and when we practice a Mandala Vinyasa Flow sequence, we make a circle or travel 360 degrees around the mat through a four part sequence. The sequencing may have a single focus, such as opening the hips, or combine multiple areas of focus. Today's practice will focus on twisting.
It's great to loosen up the back, reduce pain, build strength and lose weight.
Read MoreToday's mandala power yoga flow is inspired by a recent Tripsichore training I did with Edward Clark.
Taking the idea of one breath per movement, I created an opening flow that targets the hamstrings. With every inhale you grow and lengthen and with the exhale you fold a little deeper. This continuous movement that flows from the origin (or root) of the spine to the tips of the fingers and toes, both grounds and energizes you.It's a great group of guys, pretty sure they all think I'm a little crazy, but I love it! Last night I took them through a modified version of this week's Water Mandala power yoga flow.
Read MoreSo what's new... Well new year, new team at work, and a new class! I'm very excited about it!! I was contacted by one of the trainers for the Reading Rugby Club and asked to tech a weekly class for the team!
It's a great group of guys, pretty sure they all think I'm a little crazy, but I love it! Last night I took them through a modified version of this week's Water Mandala power yoga flow.
Read MoreHappy Christmas!! Don't forget to set some time aside for yourself this week, your mind and body will thank you!! I'll see you on the mat!
Read MoreSo today we are slowing things down with some Yin Yoga. This restorative yoga practice is designed to help you focus better, sit longer, and more comfortably by stretching connective tissue around the joints. It's a practice of mindfulness and is perfect for anyone who's active...
Read MoreToday's practice has been designed for one of my subscribers, Laeti. We'll have an extra focus on core, crow, and headstand. So grab your kit and meet me on the mat!
Read MoreHappy Thanksgiving!! Before you sit down for your big dinner or head out for Black Friday, take a few moments to get on your mat and think about what you're thankful for!
Read MoreToday's practice has an extra focus on core strengthening and arm balances. We will try a few different ways to get into arm balances and have some fun. This practice is challenging, yet fun. So keep an open mind and get ready to move around your mat.
Read MoreThis week's 25 Minute Power Yoga Flow class. It's a little different than my normal videos, and has some really fun/challenging transitions. This vinyasa flow class will have you moving from one asana to the next and facing every direction on your mat!
Read MoreWater always finds a way, flowing around and through things. It's what connects us and nourishes us.
In today's Mandala flow we are focusing on the element of Water. We will be targeting the hips, and trying to flow, uninterrupted. This power yoga sequence will have you moving fluidly around your mat, increasing your flexibility and range of motion in your hips.
Read MoreRise and shine!! The hardest thing to do is roll out your mat and set aside time for yourself. But when you do, your body will thank you.
This morning's power yoga flow is, in my opinion, one of the best yoga flows of all time. So what are you waiting for?
Read MoreIs there a pose you have questions about, or something you want to learn how to do? Let me know in the comments below and I will add it to the list. Today we will break down Surya Namaskara C (sunrise salutation C).
Read MoreRise and shine!! The hardest thing to do is roll out your mat and set aside time for yourself. But when you do, your body will thank you.
This morning's power yoga flow is a great way to connect with your breath, build strength, burn calories, lose weight and get you ready to face the day!
Read MoreIs there a pose you have questions about, or something you want to learn how to do? Let me know in the comments below and I will add it to the list. Surya Namaskara B (sunrise salutation B) are the second set of poses repeated 3-5 times in a traditional Ashtanga Practice. This initial flow is made up of 17 poses... Keep reading to learn more!
Read MoreYou've probably felt it before.... you walk into a yoga class, stressed, worried, and overwhelmed and by the time you leave you feel relaxed, refreshed and ready to conquer the day. That's what yoga can do. Help us find peace and grace in stressful situations.
And Mandala yoga is a great way to aid this transition to peace and grace. Keep reading to find out more :)
Read MoreIs there a pose you have questions about, or something you want to learn how to do? Today we are breaking down sunrise salutations. Surya Namaskara A (sunrise salutation A) are the first set of poses repeated 5 times in a traditional Ashtanga Practice. This initial flow is made up of 9 poses...
Read MoreWe spend hours a day hunched over at our desks, destroying our posture. This short power yoga flow will have you sitting straighter and feeing more confident throughout your day.
In this practice we focus on opening up the chest and creating space for us to breathe and relax.
