This June, the DeafYoga Foundation and the International Sivananda Organization offer the world's first ever Yoga Teacher Training Course (TTC) for the deaf community. This mainstreamed, month long training course is nestled in the Catskill Mountains, located at the Sivananda Ashram Yoga Ranch in Woodbourne, New York.
Through the efforts of these two non-profit organizations, they are leading the way 'to finally bridge the gap between deafness and yoga,' says Lila Lolling, DeafYoga Foundation's founder. The DeafYoga Foundation was created from the realization that the deaf community has limited, or no, access to Yoga. 'Deaf people have been curious about Yoga for years, with its mainstreamed advertising and current popularity,' she explains. 'However, deaf people haven't really been able to freely explore the meaning of yoga prior to our organization. To date, we have served more than 1,000 deaf and signing people through our service projects, programs and the DeafYoga for Beginners DVD.'
Currently, there is only one certified deaf yoga teacher in the United States. There are some 28 million deaf and hard of hearing people in this country alone. These numbers show the importance of this training course and the doors its opening for deaf people to finally gain equal access to Yoga.
'The present demand for our service projects and programs exceed our funding capabilities,' says Lolling. The DeafYoga Foundation is currently fundraising to cover necessary costs for the TTC. 'Three Deaf women have applied for a full scholarship and the training course will need to provide certified sign language interpreters for some of the course material,' explains Lolling. 'We are reaching out to the public to request donations to make these teachings accessible,' she continues.
69 year old Deaf TTC scholarship applicant, Willie May, writes, 'the TTC program is a blessing and divine gift for me to fulfill my ardent desire of 30 years to become a Yoga teacher. It is an opportunity that I do not want to miss, however I need financial assistance in order to participate.'
The 2008 online fundraiser spotlights charitable contributions over $100 and 100% of the proceeds will go directly to fund the students' scholarships and interpreter expenses. To make a contribution, please visit www.deafyoga.org/fundingTTC.html.
By prweb.com
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
Thursday, 29 May 2008
Wednesday, 28 May 2008
YOGA AND ILLNESS
Mental wellbeing and physical wellbeing are not mutually exclusive, say three Gisborne doctors who have set out to discover whether Sudarshan Kriya yoga can help people with chronic illnesses.
The new clinical trial will be the first of its kind for New Zealand and is designed for about 70 people with chronic conditions.
'If Sudarshan Kriya is practised daily and properly, it helps an individual to be mentally and physically healthy,' said Dr Patrick McHugh, who is running the trial along with Dr Craig Wilson and Dr Bruce Duncan.
'We hope to validate these benefits in a way that scientists and doctors will heed.'
The trial involves learning a set of exercises focused on breathing and simple physical exercise. Patients are expected to perform the routine themselves over a period of six months.
'It can be used as a general tonic to reduce the psychological stress and the result can be an improved state of wellbeing,' Dr McHugh said.
'I have had personal experience with Sudarshan Kriya yoga and found it was helpful for my own health'.
'If physical exercise is good for physical health, then emotional exercise is likely to be good for emotional health.
"You can make a good analogy by saying we wouldn't go two or three days without cleaning physically to dissolve the dirt so we should cleanse ourselves emotionally to dissolve some of the emotional stress and toxins.'
Sponsorship for the trial came through the Tairawhiti Traditional and Complementary Therapies Research Trust and it is hoped it will start in June.
Dr McHugh said anyone with a chronic health condition such as diabetes, asthma, hypertension, arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, neck or back pain, obesity or other chronic conditions could qualify for the trial.
'If there are clear positive effects we hope to explore it further and get our findings published in the New Zealand Medical Journal'.
'Chronic illnesses are increasing, we know this, and being able to manage and afford to manage people with chronic illnesses is getting harder. All the baby boomers are growing up and there is an increasing number of people over 65 to support, so if we look at other ways that may help people with chronic illness it can give people more choices.'
Dr McHugh said half of the group of 70 would be taught the yoga routine in June and the second group in September. After three months and six months, participants would be asked to fill in a questionnaire relating to their health and any improvements they experienced.
Anyone interested in taking part in the Sudarshan Kriya trial should contact Tracey on 869 0570.
By Jessica Wauchop
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
The new clinical trial will be the first of its kind for New Zealand and is designed for about 70 people with chronic conditions.
'If Sudarshan Kriya is practised daily and properly, it helps an individual to be mentally and physically healthy,' said Dr Patrick McHugh, who is running the trial along with Dr Craig Wilson and Dr Bruce Duncan.
'We hope to validate these benefits in a way that scientists and doctors will heed.'
The trial involves learning a set of exercises focused on breathing and simple physical exercise. Patients are expected to perform the routine themselves over a period of six months.
'It can be used as a general tonic to reduce the psychological stress and the result can be an improved state of wellbeing,' Dr McHugh said.
'I have had personal experience with Sudarshan Kriya yoga and found it was helpful for my own health'.
'If physical exercise is good for physical health, then emotional exercise is likely to be good for emotional health.
"You can make a good analogy by saying we wouldn't go two or three days without cleaning physically to dissolve the dirt so we should cleanse ourselves emotionally to dissolve some of the emotional stress and toxins.'
Sponsorship for the trial came through the Tairawhiti Traditional and Complementary Therapies Research Trust and it is hoped it will start in June.
Dr McHugh said anyone with a chronic health condition such as diabetes, asthma, hypertension, arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, neck or back pain, obesity or other chronic conditions could qualify for the trial.
'If there are clear positive effects we hope to explore it further and get our findings published in the New Zealand Medical Journal'.
'Chronic illnesses are increasing, we know this, and being able to manage and afford to manage people with chronic illnesses is getting harder. All the baby boomers are growing up and there is an increasing number of people over 65 to support, so if we look at other ways that may help people with chronic illness it can give people more choices.'
Dr McHugh said half of the group of 70 would be taught the yoga routine in June and the second group in September. After three months and six months, participants would be asked to fill in a questionnaire relating to their health and any improvements they experienced.
Anyone interested in taking part in the Sudarshan Kriya trial should contact Tracey on 869 0570.
By Jessica Wauchop
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
Monday, 26 May 2008
YOGA AND PEACE
THE Soroptimist International Clubs of Petaling Jaya, Bangsar and Shah Alam are organising the annual Peace Through Yoga event on June 1.
The event, to raise funds for the underprivileged, will be held at the KL Performing Arts Centre (KLPac) from 7am to noon.
Residents from old folks homes and orphanages, the disabled and the public will be joining the early morning yoga session led by professional yoga instructors from Malaysia and Indonesia.
There is no entry fee but participants are encouraged to buy a colourful Peace Through Yoga T shirt at RM50.
Contributions will go to Rumah Sinar (a school for the handicapped), the street children of Bandung, two SIPJ's projects namely Supporting Hope in Education, a literacy programme for children from welfare homes and a Youth Outreach Programme.
For details, call Sharon Saw at 012 489 4891 or Iza Liyana at 012 216 0600, or visit www.sipj.org.
By thestar.com.my
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
The event, to raise funds for the underprivileged, will be held at the KL Performing Arts Centre (KLPac) from 7am to noon.
Residents from old folks homes and orphanages, the disabled and the public will be joining the early morning yoga session led by professional yoga instructors from Malaysia and Indonesia.
There is no entry fee but participants are encouraged to buy a colourful Peace Through Yoga T shirt at RM50.
Contributions will go to Rumah Sinar (a school for the handicapped), the street children of Bandung, two SIPJ's projects namely Supporting Hope in Education, a literacy programme for children from welfare homes and a Youth Outreach Programme.
For details, call Sharon Saw at 012 489 4891 or Iza Liyana at 012 216 0600, or visit www.sipj.org.
By thestar.com.my
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
Tuesday, 20 May 2008
THE SCIENCE OF YOGA
THOUSANDS OF YEARS AGO, when Hindu priests first developed yoga, they weren't setting out to find a magic bullet, just a ritual to invigorate the mind and body in their quest for spiritual enlightenment. So, they would probably be quite surprised to see what's on tap for the National Institutes of Health's first annual Yoga Week (May 19 to 23): Five full days devoted to the science behind the practice.
'This idea came out of the desire to create something free to learn about the benefits,' says organizer Rachel Permuth Levine, who's presenting the public event through a partnership of several institutes and offices. In particular, the aim is to showcase recent data about yoga's ability to treat various ailments.
'Part of it is palpable. Try it for two minutes and you'll feel it even if you have no experience or don't believe in it,' promises Timothy McCall, a physician who serves as the medical editor of 'Yoga Journal' (he'll be speaking Wednesday).
Keep it up, and the results are bound to be even more profound, according to Sat Bir Khalsa of Harvard Medical School, who has been studying yoga's effects on insomnia (and will be speaking Thursday). His test subjects were prescribed a daily 45 minute practice that relies on four meditation and breathing exercises. 'It definitely works. Its efficacy is similar to sleeping pills,' he says.
But before mainstream medicine will accept ancient Eastern wisdom, Khalsa and others need to continue to provide meaningful stats.
That's what Lorenzo Cohen, director of the Integrative Medicine Program at the University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, is hoping to do. In his studies using yoga to help women undergoing breast cancer treatment, he has noted improvements in sleep quality, physical function and overall quality of life. In the next round, he's adding a group doing simple stretching instead of a hatha yoga practice.
'One aspect of yoga is stretching, but if the purpose of yoga is to understand our real conditions and get connected with others, that goes beyond being physically fit and able to relax,' says Cohen (speaking Tuesday).
An obstacle in developing this research is defining what exactly yoga is. The term is an umbrella that covers a range of styles, from the ultra physical variety that's high on sweat but low on philosophy, to ones that are essentially meditation without any posing at all.
McCall believes 'there are many gurus, many systems, and there's healing in every one.' But which one is the right one for each medical condition? It's an issue that remains to be addressed.
In Kimberly Williams' case, a yoga injury eventually led her to studying yoga and lower back pain at West Virginia University. 'If you're off by a small amount in a pose, it can be aggravating,' admits Williams (speaking Thursday).
There's also the matter of side effects. McCall notes that beyond its clinical applications, a regular practice seems to encourage people to become more self aware and kick bad habits, quit smoking and drinking, eat healthier food, treat others more compassionately. Over time, these changes can have a dramatic impact on health. 'But although it's strong medicine, it's slow medicine,' he adds.
Or, to put it another way, it's preventative medicine. And although it's unlikely yoga will ever replace drugs and conventional therapies completely, it seems smart to save some space for it in the medicine cabinet.
By readexpress.com
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
'This idea came out of the desire to create something free to learn about the benefits,' says organizer Rachel Permuth Levine, who's presenting the public event through a partnership of several institutes and offices. In particular, the aim is to showcase recent data about yoga's ability to treat various ailments.
'Part of it is palpable. Try it for two minutes and you'll feel it even if you have no experience or don't believe in it,' promises Timothy McCall, a physician who serves as the medical editor of 'Yoga Journal' (he'll be speaking Wednesday).
Keep it up, and the results are bound to be even more profound, according to Sat Bir Khalsa of Harvard Medical School, who has been studying yoga's effects on insomnia (and will be speaking Thursday). His test subjects were prescribed a daily 45 minute practice that relies on four meditation and breathing exercises. 'It definitely works. Its efficacy is similar to sleeping pills,' he says.
But before mainstream medicine will accept ancient Eastern wisdom, Khalsa and others need to continue to provide meaningful stats.
That's what Lorenzo Cohen, director of the Integrative Medicine Program at the University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, is hoping to do. In his studies using yoga to help women undergoing breast cancer treatment, he has noted improvements in sleep quality, physical function and overall quality of life. In the next round, he's adding a group doing simple stretching instead of a hatha yoga practice.
'One aspect of yoga is stretching, but if the purpose of yoga is to understand our real conditions and get connected with others, that goes beyond being physically fit and able to relax,' says Cohen (speaking Tuesday).
An obstacle in developing this research is defining what exactly yoga is. The term is an umbrella that covers a range of styles, from the ultra physical variety that's high on sweat but low on philosophy, to ones that are essentially meditation without any posing at all.
McCall believes 'there are many gurus, many systems, and there's healing in every one.' But which one is the right one for each medical condition? It's an issue that remains to be addressed.
In Kimberly Williams' case, a yoga injury eventually led her to studying yoga and lower back pain at West Virginia University. 'If you're off by a small amount in a pose, it can be aggravating,' admits Williams (speaking Thursday).
There's also the matter of side effects. McCall notes that beyond its clinical applications, a regular practice seems to encourage people to become more self aware and kick bad habits, quit smoking and drinking, eat healthier food, treat others more compassionately. Over time, these changes can have a dramatic impact on health. 'But although it's strong medicine, it's slow medicine,' he adds.
Or, to put it another way, it's preventative medicine. And although it's unlikely yoga will ever replace drugs and conventional therapies completely, it seems smart to save some space for it in the medicine cabinet.
By readexpress.com
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
Monday, 19 May 2008
PILATES PRECISION
Precision Pilates
In Charge: Megan Moose is the owner and instructor.
Location: 3810 S. New Hope Rd., Gastonia.
Phone: 704 685 1040.
Hours: Private sessions are scheduled by appointment only. Mat classes are available on Mondays at 11 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. and at 11a.m. on Wednesdays.
Offers: It is a fully equipped classical Pilates studio. They offer private and semi private classical Pilates sessions through mat and equipment training. Moose also has a comprehensive certification from Peak Pilates.
The Boss Says: 'With Pilates you pick exercises that best fit your client,' Moose said.
Business Fun Fact: Moose is a former professional ballet dancer and was introduced to classical Pilates when she was a student at N.C. School of the Arts. She then graduated from UNC Chapel Hill with a degree in sports medicine. She began using Pilates in a clinical setting for athletes and expanded her business to in home training in Charlotte and Cornelius. 'I decided Gastonia was ready for it (Pilates studio),' she said
Strength, stretch and balance through physical movement are what Megan Moose, owner of Precision Pilates in Gastonia, teaches her clients that want a different type of exercise program.
'It teaches one to control the body and correct muscle imbalance,' she said. For those that want an alternative way to stay healthy and fit, Pilates can be used through equipment or mat training.
'You are using your body weight and spring resistance as opposed to free weights and machines,' she said. The benefits of Pilates range from improving posture, breathing and flexibility. 'It is a complete coordination of body, mind and spirit,' she said.
By Olivia Neeley
THE LATEST PILATES NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
In Charge: Megan Moose is the owner and instructor.
Location: 3810 S. New Hope Rd., Gastonia.
Phone: 704 685 1040.
Hours: Private sessions are scheduled by appointment only. Mat classes are available on Mondays at 11 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. and at 11a.m. on Wednesdays.
Offers: It is a fully equipped classical Pilates studio. They offer private and semi private classical Pilates sessions through mat and equipment training. Moose also has a comprehensive certification from Peak Pilates.
The Boss Says: 'With Pilates you pick exercises that best fit your client,' Moose said.
Business Fun Fact: Moose is a former professional ballet dancer and was introduced to classical Pilates when she was a student at N.C. School of the Arts. She then graduated from UNC Chapel Hill with a degree in sports medicine. She began using Pilates in a clinical setting for athletes and expanded her business to in home training in Charlotte and Cornelius. 'I decided Gastonia was ready for it (Pilates studio),' she said
Strength, stretch and balance through physical movement are what Megan Moose, owner of Precision Pilates in Gastonia, teaches her clients that want a different type of exercise program.
'It teaches one to control the body and correct muscle imbalance,' she said. For those that want an alternative way to stay healthy and fit, Pilates can be used through equipment or mat training.
'You are using your body weight and spring resistance as opposed to free weights and machines,' she said. The benefits of Pilates range from improving posture, breathing and flexibility. 'It is a complete coordination of body, mind and spirit,' she said.
By Olivia Neeley
THE LATEST PILATES NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
MORNING ASANAS
Driving to the Assembly and back is not the only thing Tamil Nadu MLAs will do now when the House is in session. They will also do yoga, early in the morning and in the evening.
The minister for youth welfare and sports development, T.P.M. Mohideen Khan, has told the Assembly that yoga instructors would train the legislators at the MLAs' hostel twice a day when the House functions.
The asanas and the tips, of course, will come for free.
The government will take the help of the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu and the Yoga Association to keep the MLAs in ship shape.
By telegraphindia.com
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
The minister for youth welfare and sports development, T.P.M. Mohideen Khan, has told the Assembly that yoga instructors would train the legislators at the MLAs' hostel twice a day when the House functions.
The asanas and the tips, of course, will come for free.
The government will take the help of the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu and the Yoga Association to keep the MLAs in ship shape.
By telegraphindia.com
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
PILATES AT UNIVERSITY
When Janis Luby agreed to coach Northwestern University's triathlon team, there were only 26 returning members. Five months later, she was coaching a team that had grown to 54 athletes.
'I knew I was going to have a variety of athletes,' Luby said. 'I didn't realize the magnitude. I didn’t realize we would get so many people. I didn’t realize that when we started out we would have people coming to swim workouts who didn’t know how to swim.'
The USA Triathlon certified coach donates at least nine hours of her time every week to coach and write daily workouts. She has added structured bike, Pilates and brick workouts to the team’s previous routine, which was comprised of two self coached swim practices per week.
Considering she usually charges for her workout plans and knowledge while running her own athletic training business during the day, and that other collegiate triathlon coaches are paid through fundraisers or club dues, this is no small gift.
'New people feel good about coming,' Bryan Wynn, the team president, said about Luby’s contribution. 'Last year there were four people at practices. Now there are 15 to 20 people at every practice. People are more interested, I think, because Janis fosters a fun, but still committed, atmosphere.'
According to Wynn, Luby's gift is also what will inevitably help the team in the long run. Or the long swim bike run, that is. Last year's Northwestern Collegiate National Championship team consisted of eight members. Only one woman competed, which was obviously not enough to create a woman’s team, and the best finish of the seven men came in 175th out of 500.
This year, the club has 18 competitors registered for the race who, Wynn says, are in much better shape.
'I honestly think if there was a most improved team award [at nationals], that our team would win it hands down' Wynn said.
Only the race results will tell for sure how the team has improved, and nobody is more excited than Janis to find out.
'The biggest reward for me will be watching [the team] at nationals,' she said.
By Sarah Kessler
THE LATEST PILATES NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
'I knew I was going to have a variety of athletes,' Luby said. 'I didn't realize the magnitude. I didn’t realize we would get so many people. I didn’t realize that when we started out we would have people coming to swim workouts who didn’t know how to swim.'
The USA Triathlon certified coach donates at least nine hours of her time every week to coach and write daily workouts. She has added structured bike, Pilates and brick workouts to the team’s previous routine, which was comprised of two self coached swim practices per week.
Considering she usually charges for her workout plans and knowledge while running her own athletic training business during the day, and that other collegiate triathlon coaches are paid through fundraisers or club dues, this is no small gift.
'New people feel good about coming,' Bryan Wynn, the team president, said about Luby’s contribution. 'Last year there were four people at practices. Now there are 15 to 20 people at every practice. People are more interested, I think, because Janis fosters a fun, but still committed, atmosphere.'
According to Wynn, Luby's gift is also what will inevitably help the team in the long run. Or the long swim bike run, that is. Last year's Northwestern Collegiate National Championship team consisted of eight members. Only one woman competed, which was obviously not enough to create a woman’s team, and the best finish of the seven men came in 175th out of 500.
This year, the club has 18 competitors registered for the race who, Wynn says, are in much better shape.
'I honestly think if there was a most improved team award [at nationals], that our team would win it hands down' Wynn said.
Only the race results will tell for sure how the team has improved, and nobody is more excited than Janis to find out.
'The biggest reward for me will be watching [the team] at nationals,' she said.
By Sarah Kessler
THE LATEST PILATES NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
Monday, 12 May 2008
YOGA IS NOT JUST EXCERCISE
Funny thing. When Jenny Hayo first started practicing yoga in 1996, she thought of it as 'purely an exercise option.' Within two years, she was teaching classes and digging deeper.
Her appreciation of yoga as a personal methodology changed with each new mentor. Hayo realized yoga is energizing in ways beyond the workout, and said she sees no reason why the rest of us can't tap into it for stress relief and everyday vigor.
'The interesting point of modern day yoga is it is looked at as exercise by most people,' says Hayo, who teaches at 8 Limbs Yoga Center in the Capitol Hill neighborhood, plus some classes at the downtown Zum health club. 'Ninety five percent of people get into yoga that way. But no one is complaining. It puts people on the yoga mat and that's great.'
In fact, Seattle P I venture capital columnist and blogger John Cook noted earlier this month in an item about the TeachStreet free online directory that there are no fewer than 984 yoga classes in the Seattle area.
That's a lot of yoga mats.
For her part, Hayo, 33, learned yoga is more than meets the physical plane and any form of the seemingly undoable lotus position.
'The name, '8 Limbs,' comes from the eight principles of yoga,' Hayo said. 'As you practice yoga, you can begin to feel the physical, emotional, mental and energetic benefits.'
There are different interpretations, but fundamentally the 'eight limbs' of yoga include body postures, breathing exercises or control of 'prana,' personal observances, control of the senses, concentration and inner awareness, devotion or meditation, universal morality and union with the divine.
Hayo acknowledged that most of us would recognize the body postures, breathing and meditation components. The remaining 'limbs' are less familiar but powerful, even if you commit to just minutes of yoga daily or one session a week.
The ideal strategy for yoga novices is a one on one session with an instructor, 'it will cost about the same as an appointment with your massage therapist,' Hayo said. But you can certainly get an energy boost from a beginner's class at your local yoga studio (look for a teacher who offers different versions of the same posture depending upon experience and fitness level).
Or you can begin with the 'downward facing dog' pose, which Hayo said is one of the 'inversion' postures that can instantly energize the body.
Yoga brings balance, said Hayo, who works with numerous clients to match a customized set of postures to their needs. 'The downward dog can help if you feel tired or anxious (or both).'
The downward dog is a more accessible version of the handstand or headstand, which likely most American adults have not done since, oh, fifth grade. Yet maybe there is more to those childhood handstands than just playing or showing off.
'I have teacher who calls headstands and handstand the 'yogi's coffee,'' Hayo said.
The downward dog pose looks, not surprisingly, a lot like a dog stretching its paws in front and its rear high in the air. For us humans, it starts with putting your hands in alignment with your shoulders and hips as you move to hands and feet on the floor. Novices often spread the hands too far apart and the feet too close together.
Next, as you come into all fours, place your knees under your hips and gently extend your spine. As you put your hands on the mats, spread the fingers a bit with the middle finger straight ahead.
Lift your pelvis toward the ceiling and pull the hips back. Your eyes look to the feet. The feet are even with the hips. Resist moving them closer to the hands just put the heels down. If your heels don't touch, they will if you do the downward dog regularly.
Hayo said a good practice is to hold the posture for five slow, purposeful breaths.
'Keep at it,' she said. 'You will get mental clarity while in the pose. I tell students to experience it until it feels right. You will know.'
What keeps yoga regulars coming back is, to be sure, a combination of results. But one of the most satisfying is increased energy, not just after class but the rest of the day or week. You feel more clear-headed. You stand more upright. There is less tiredness midday. Who can resist that in today's hurly burly?
Well, there is one problem. You might call it the Foot and Leg Over the Head mental block.
To that end, 8 Limbs and other local yoga studios are eager to attract beginners with basics classes and special weekend workshops, such as the 'Yoga for Men' class, 2:30 to 4:45 p.m. at the 8 Limbs center in West Seattle, on May 18. Instructor Greg Owen will be working to help reluctant men get past 'what they feel is their lack of flexibility.' Visit 8limbsyoga.com for more details; the fee is $40.
Owen plans to help men connect yoga movement and breathing with ways to ease the strain and pain of "sore lower backs, tight hamstrings and stiff shoulders."
A good deal for at least four limbs.
HOW TO DO A DOWNWARD DOG
Place your feet hip width apart on the floor, toes facing forward.
Place your hands shoulder width apart on the floor, lightly spread the fingers.
Keep your tailbone lifted towards the sky and gently push down through the heels. If you're a beginner, you might not get your heels all the way to the floor at first, that's OK.
Open your upper back by rotating the shoulder blades away from one another. Keep the shoulders away from the ears and press down firmly through all fingers and thumbs. Place more weight onto your feet than your hands.
Shifting the weight back to the hips is the key element in feeling the energizing effect of this posture. Pull your navel toward your spine and lift the pelvic floor muscles. Lift your kneecaps up and contract the quadriceps muscles.
Maintain this pose for 5 to 10 deep breaths.
HOW TO DO A DOWNWARD DOG
Place your feet hip width apart on the floor, toes facing forward.
Place your hands shoulder width apart on the floor, lightly spread the fingers.
Keep your tailbone lifted towards the sky and gently push down through the heels. If you're a beginner, you might not get your heels all the way to the floor at first, that's OK.
Open your upper back by rotating the shoulder blades away from one another. Keep the shoulders away from the ears and press down firmly through all fingers and thumbs. Place more weight onto your feet than your hands.
Shifting the weight back to the hips is the key element in feeling the energizing effect of this posture. Pull your navel toward your spine and lift the pelvic floor muscles. Lift your kneecaps up and contract the quadriceps muscles.
Maintain this pose for 5 to 10 deep breaths.
By Bob Condor
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
Her appreciation of yoga as a personal methodology changed with each new mentor. Hayo realized yoga is energizing in ways beyond the workout, and said she sees no reason why the rest of us can't tap into it for stress relief and everyday vigor.
'The interesting point of modern day yoga is it is looked at as exercise by most people,' says Hayo, who teaches at 8 Limbs Yoga Center in the Capitol Hill neighborhood, plus some classes at the downtown Zum health club. 'Ninety five percent of people get into yoga that way. But no one is complaining. It puts people on the yoga mat and that's great.'
In fact, Seattle P I venture capital columnist and blogger John Cook noted earlier this month in an item about the TeachStreet free online directory that there are no fewer than 984 yoga classes in the Seattle area.
That's a lot of yoga mats.
For her part, Hayo, 33, learned yoga is more than meets the physical plane and any form of the seemingly undoable lotus position.
'The name, '8 Limbs,' comes from the eight principles of yoga,' Hayo said. 'As you practice yoga, you can begin to feel the physical, emotional, mental and energetic benefits.'
There are different interpretations, but fundamentally the 'eight limbs' of yoga include body postures, breathing exercises or control of 'prana,' personal observances, control of the senses, concentration and inner awareness, devotion or meditation, universal morality and union with the divine.
Hayo acknowledged that most of us would recognize the body postures, breathing and meditation components. The remaining 'limbs' are less familiar but powerful, even if you commit to just minutes of yoga daily or one session a week.
The ideal strategy for yoga novices is a one on one session with an instructor, 'it will cost about the same as an appointment with your massage therapist,' Hayo said. But you can certainly get an energy boost from a beginner's class at your local yoga studio (look for a teacher who offers different versions of the same posture depending upon experience and fitness level).
Or you can begin with the 'downward facing dog' pose, which Hayo said is one of the 'inversion' postures that can instantly energize the body.
Yoga brings balance, said Hayo, who works with numerous clients to match a customized set of postures to their needs. 'The downward dog can help if you feel tired or anxious (or both).'
The downward dog is a more accessible version of the handstand or headstand, which likely most American adults have not done since, oh, fifth grade. Yet maybe there is more to those childhood handstands than just playing or showing off.
'I have teacher who calls headstands and handstand the 'yogi's coffee,'' Hayo said.
The downward dog pose looks, not surprisingly, a lot like a dog stretching its paws in front and its rear high in the air. For us humans, it starts with putting your hands in alignment with your shoulders and hips as you move to hands and feet on the floor. Novices often spread the hands too far apart and the feet too close together.
Next, as you come into all fours, place your knees under your hips and gently extend your spine. As you put your hands on the mats, spread the fingers a bit with the middle finger straight ahead.
Lift your pelvis toward the ceiling and pull the hips back. Your eyes look to the feet. The feet are even with the hips. Resist moving them closer to the hands just put the heels down. If your heels don't touch, they will if you do the downward dog regularly.
Hayo said a good practice is to hold the posture for five slow, purposeful breaths.
'Keep at it,' she said. 'You will get mental clarity while in the pose. I tell students to experience it until it feels right. You will know.'
What keeps yoga regulars coming back is, to be sure, a combination of results. But one of the most satisfying is increased energy, not just after class but the rest of the day or week. You feel more clear-headed. You stand more upright. There is less tiredness midday. Who can resist that in today's hurly burly?
Well, there is one problem. You might call it the Foot and Leg Over the Head mental block.
To that end, 8 Limbs and other local yoga studios are eager to attract beginners with basics classes and special weekend workshops, such as the 'Yoga for Men' class, 2:30 to 4:45 p.m. at the 8 Limbs center in West Seattle, on May 18. Instructor Greg Owen will be working to help reluctant men get past 'what they feel is their lack of flexibility.' Visit 8limbsyoga.com for more details; the fee is $40.
Owen plans to help men connect yoga movement and breathing with ways to ease the strain and pain of "sore lower backs, tight hamstrings and stiff shoulders."
A good deal for at least four limbs.
HOW TO DO A DOWNWARD DOG
Place your feet hip width apart on the floor, toes facing forward.
Place your hands shoulder width apart on the floor, lightly spread the fingers.
Keep your tailbone lifted towards the sky and gently push down through the heels. If you're a beginner, you might not get your heels all the way to the floor at first, that's OK.
Open your upper back by rotating the shoulder blades away from one another. Keep the shoulders away from the ears and press down firmly through all fingers and thumbs. Place more weight onto your feet than your hands.
Shifting the weight back to the hips is the key element in feeling the energizing effect of this posture. Pull your navel toward your spine and lift the pelvic floor muscles. Lift your kneecaps up and contract the quadriceps muscles.
Maintain this pose for 5 to 10 deep breaths.
HOW TO DO A DOWNWARD DOG
Place your feet hip width apart on the floor, toes facing forward.
Place your hands shoulder width apart on the floor, lightly spread the fingers.
Keep your tailbone lifted towards the sky and gently push down through the heels. If you're a beginner, you might not get your heels all the way to the floor at first, that's OK.
Open your upper back by rotating the shoulder blades away from one another. Keep the shoulders away from the ears and press down firmly through all fingers and thumbs. Place more weight onto your feet than your hands.
Shifting the weight back to the hips is the key element in feeling the energizing effect of this posture. Pull your navel toward your spine and lift the pelvic floor muscles. Lift your kneecaps up and contract the quadriceps muscles.
Maintain this pose for 5 to 10 deep breaths.
By Bob Condor
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
PILATES INDUCTION
Mary Bowen, Sole Proprietor of Life Long Pilates With Mary Bowen, has been recognized by Cambridge Who's Who for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in all aspects of the Pilates method of conditioning and rehabilitation and the psychological Jungian individuation process.
One of five distinguished Pilates Elders who studied under the founders, Ms. Bowen has studied both the Pilates Method and Jungian Analytical Psychology for 49 years and has been teaching Pilates since 1975. In 1971, she started working as a Jungian analyst and still is today. Ms. Bowen's two careers converged in 1995 when she combined her work with the body and psyche to study the whole person, the conscious, and the unconscious (now known as Pilates Plus Psyche).
Ms. Bowen provides therapy in three separate arenas; the body alone (the Pilates Method), the body and the whole psyche (Pilates Plus Psyche), and the psyche alone (Jungian Analysis). She runs two Pilates studios and three psychoanalytic offices throughout Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New York, all of which she visits weekly. She conducts one-on-one sessions for clients or two- through nine-hour "Intensives," continuing education sessions for Pilates teachers, national and international studio workshops, and annual conferences.
Ms. Bowen is a founding member, Gold Certified, of the Pilates Masters Alliance.
For more information visit http://www.pilates-marybowen.com, or you may email Ms. Bowen directly at MaryBowen18@sbcglobal.net.
By 24-7pressrelease.com
THE LATEST PILATES NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
One of five distinguished Pilates Elders who studied under the founders, Ms. Bowen has studied both the Pilates Method and Jungian Analytical Psychology for 49 years and has been teaching Pilates since 1975. In 1971, she started working as a Jungian analyst and still is today. Ms. Bowen's two careers converged in 1995 when she combined her work with the body and psyche to study the whole person, the conscious, and the unconscious (now known as Pilates Plus Psyche).
Ms. Bowen provides therapy in three separate arenas; the body alone (the Pilates Method), the body and the whole psyche (Pilates Plus Psyche), and the psyche alone (Jungian Analysis). She runs two Pilates studios and three psychoanalytic offices throughout Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New York, all of which she visits weekly. She conducts one-on-one sessions for clients or two- through nine-hour "Intensives," continuing education sessions for Pilates teachers, national and international studio workshops, and annual conferences.
Ms. Bowen is a founding member, Gold Certified, of the Pilates Masters Alliance.
For more information visit http://www.pilates-marybowen.com, or you may email Ms. Bowen directly at MaryBowen18@sbcglobal.net.
By 24-7pressrelease.com
THE LATEST PILATES NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
Friday, 9 May 2008
YOGA, TAI CHI AND CANCER
Mind body practices, such as yoga and Tai Chi, can be very helpful to people with cancer, and researchers studying their benefits encourage all patients to engage in them at whatever level they can.
'There are many practices out there, and it's important to do something,' says Lorenzo Cohen, Ph.D., director of M. D. Anderson's Integrative Medicine Program. 'If you don't find a practice that's useful at first, try a different one and do it at your own pace. It's also important to seek a practitioner who has experience working with cancer patients.'
Patients also should talk to their physicians to make sure they are healthy enough to participate.
Cohen's recommendation stems from the results of ongoing research at M. D. Anderson involving cancer patients practicing Tai Chi, Qigong, Hatha yoga, Tibetan yoga, meditation and relaxation techniques.
Mind-body practices offer many benefits
M. D. Anderson studies have examined these practices for patients with rectal, breast and prostate cancer, as well as renal cell carcinoma and lymphoma.
'We know from our research that a mind body practice is useful for helping to improve sleep, reduce anxiety and distress, and improve mood in general,' Cohen says. 'It's also helpful in promoting a calm and relaxed state. And we've also seen from the physiological side that mind body practices decrease stress hormones and blood pressure, and also improve aspects of physical function and physical well being'.
'So we encourage all cancer patients to engage in some type of mind body practice throughout their cancer treatment into recovery and survival and to incorporate it as a daily activity for the rest of their lives.'
By Darcy De Leon
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
'There are many practices out there, and it's important to do something,' says Lorenzo Cohen, Ph.D., director of M. D. Anderson's Integrative Medicine Program. 'If you don't find a practice that's useful at first, try a different one and do it at your own pace. It's also important to seek a practitioner who has experience working with cancer patients.'
Patients also should talk to their physicians to make sure they are healthy enough to participate.
Cohen's recommendation stems from the results of ongoing research at M. D. Anderson involving cancer patients practicing Tai Chi, Qigong, Hatha yoga, Tibetan yoga, meditation and relaxation techniques.
Mind-body practices offer many benefits
M. D. Anderson studies have examined these practices for patients with rectal, breast and prostate cancer, as well as renal cell carcinoma and lymphoma.
'We know from our research that a mind body practice is useful for helping to improve sleep, reduce anxiety and distress, and improve mood in general,' Cohen says. 'It's also helpful in promoting a calm and relaxed state. And we've also seen from the physiological side that mind body practices decrease stress hormones and blood pressure, and also improve aspects of physical function and physical well being'.
'So we encourage all cancer patients to engage in some type of mind body practice throughout their cancer treatment into recovery and survival and to incorporate it as a daily activity for the rest of their lives.'
By Darcy De Leon
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
Thursday, 8 May 2008
ANGEL BEAR YOGA
Angel Bear Yoga, the newest program for children, will be introduced at the West Forsyth YMCA in June.
This program was designed to introduce children as young as 3 to the practice of yoga, while also teaching character development and good morals. This parent and child interactive class takes a child's love of animals and nature, combines that with an engaging story, and helps young hearts develop positive character traits while strengthening their bodies.
In each 30-minute class, Angel Bear and her young friend, Sweet Pea, lead children and their parents on a journey that uses yoga poses to bring character traits to life. Children are encouraged to use their imaginations as they go on a new adventure each week into the enchanted forest to help Angel Bear teach Sweet Pea about how to see the world in a new light and become more caring and compassionate. Every class provides a positive message encouraging children to develop traits such as strength, honesty and confidence. The 50 different traits and poses a child can learn will help improve balance and strength, and promote an inner peace and calm.
Making a connection of mind, body, and spirit in a integral part of the Angel Bear Yoga program and embodies the mission of the West Forsyth YMCA, which is 'to help people reach their God given potential in spirit, mind and body.'
Angel Bear Yoga will be held in the Mind and Body studio on Thursday mornings from 11 to 11:30 a.m beginning June 5. The cost is $20 for four classes for members and $30 for nonmembers.
Space is limited, so people are encouraged to sign up. The YMCA is on Peace Haven Road between Lewisville Clemmons and Harper roads.
By THE WEST FORSYTH FAMILY YMCA
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
This program was designed to introduce children as young as 3 to the practice of yoga, while also teaching character development and good morals. This parent and child interactive class takes a child's love of animals and nature, combines that with an engaging story, and helps young hearts develop positive character traits while strengthening their bodies.
In each 30-minute class, Angel Bear and her young friend, Sweet Pea, lead children and their parents on a journey that uses yoga poses to bring character traits to life. Children are encouraged to use their imaginations as they go on a new adventure each week into the enchanted forest to help Angel Bear teach Sweet Pea about how to see the world in a new light and become more caring and compassionate. Every class provides a positive message encouraging children to develop traits such as strength, honesty and confidence. The 50 different traits and poses a child can learn will help improve balance and strength, and promote an inner peace and calm.
Making a connection of mind, body, and spirit in a integral part of the Angel Bear Yoga program and embodies the mission of the West Forsyth YMCA, which is 'to help people reach their God given potential in spirit, mind and body.'
Angel Bear Yoga will be held in the Mind and Body studio on Thursday mornings from 11 to 11:30 a.m beginning June 5. The cost is $20 for four classes for members and $30 for nonmembers.
Space is limited, so people are encouraged to sign up. The YMCA is on Peace Haven Road between Lewisville Clemmons and Harper roads.
By THE WEST FORSYTH FAMILY YMCA
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
Wednesday, 7 May 2008
YOGA AND PILATES AROUND CHILDBIRTH
Pregnancy and work can work
Pregnancy is hard work, and it's even harder when you're working while pregnant.
'By anticipating and planning for some of these challenges, working mothers to be can enjoy these nine months both on the job and off,' Dr. Tamara Kuittinen, an emergency medicine physician at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center and an expecting mother, said in a prepared statement.
Colleague Dr. Laurie Zephyrin, an obstetrician/gynecologist, advises that pregnant working women bring any questions or concerns to their doctor, especially if they are older than 35 since those women run a higher risk for complications like preterm labor and preeclampsia.
'There are no signs or symptoms that you shouldn't discuss during your pregnancy. This will help us catch any potential problems that can be prevented or treated in order to keep you and your baby safe and healthy,' Zephyrin said in a prepared statement.
Here are answers to what the two doctors said are the 10 most common questions about working while pregnant:
How do I fit in doctor visits?
Visits start as monthly, then increase until they are weekly in your final month of pregnancy. Schedule appointments during your lunch break or find a doctor offering early and late hours. Don't skip visits. Regular, proper prenatal care lowers your risk of having a baby born with low birth weight or other problems.
Is it safe to see the dentist? Contrary to popular belief, dental hygiene during pregnancy is very important. Some studies link poor dental hygiene with preterm labor. However, tell your dentist that you're pregnant and avoid X-rays, if possible.
What can be done about morning sickness and fatigue?
Morning sickness usually occurs only in the first trimester. Cope with it by drinking and eating in small amounts throughout the day. If you can't keep down fluids, you should see your doctor. Eating balanced meals, taking prenatal vitamins and taking short naps may help with first trimester fatigue.
What can I do about insomnia?
Insomnia is especially common in the second and third trimesters, when the increased size of your belly can cause back pain. Sleeping on your side may help. Try hugging a full-body pillow and staying on a regular sleep schedule. If you wake up, do something productive and focused like paying bills or reading a book.
Can I still drink coffee? You should reduce your caffeine intake as recent research shows that excessive caffeine may increase your miscarriage risk. You don't have to go cold turkey, but try to reduce when you can. Remember caffeine is present in some sodas and teas as well.
What should I eat?
Fruits, veggies, grains, protein and dairy are all essential. Keep a list of the food groups that you should get daily on the refrigerator with a list of specific foods in each group that you enjoy. Avoid fish high in mercury, including shark, swordfish, king mackerel, tilefish and albacore tuna.
Can I still hit the gym?
Talk with your doctor about your exercise programs at your first prenatal visit. If you have a normal, low risk pregnancy, it's safe to keep up your routine. In fact, it helps beat stress and keeps baby healthy by improving blood flow.
However, you may need to lessen the intensity or change methods as your pregnancy progresses. Your joints and ligaments are looser during pregnancy, so exercise that emphasizes stretching like yoga and Pilates may open you to more injury. Remember, walking is a fantastic exercise and stress reliever.
Can I travel?
The best time to travel is between 14 and 28 weeks of your pregnancy unless you have a high-risk condition. Consult with your doctor first, especially if going to foreign countries. Keep a detailed copy of your pregnancy record with you at all times. If sitting for a long time during travel, try to get up for a walk at least once an hour to decrease your risk of forming blood clots in your legs. Also, consider wearing support or pressure stockings.
What if I get sick?
Check with your doctor before taking any medication, even over the counter drugs. Stay away from natural remedies and supplements like echinacea that have not been studied on pregnant women. Urinary tract infections are common in pregnancy, so contact your doctor if you experience burning and irritation during urination. If your temperature is above 100.4, see your doctor.
How do I plan for delivery while still working?
Get your due date from your doctor and know the signs of labor. Have a game plan: suitcase ready with key items you will need in the hospital, someone at the ready to drive you to the hospital and take care of any of your other children while you're away. Research your job's maternity leave policies early on. Plan to return to work only when you're physically and emotionally ready.
By tehrantimes.com
THE LATEST PILATES NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
Pregnancy is hard work, and it's even harder when you're working while pregnant.
'By anticipating and planning for some of these challenges, working mothers to be can enjoy these nine months both on the job and off,' Dr. Tamara Kuittinen, an emergency medicine physician at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center and an expecting mother, said in a prepared statement.
Colleague Dr. Laurie Zephyrin, an obstetrician/gynecologist, advises that pregnant working women bring any questions or concerns to their doctor, especially if they are older than 35 since those women run a higher risk for complications like preterm labor and preeclampsia.
'There are no signs or symptoms that you shouldn't discuss during your pregnancy. This will help us catch any potential problems that can be prevented or treated in order to keep you and your baby safe and healthy,' Zephyrin said in a prepared statement.
Here are answers to what the two doctors said are the 10 most common questions about working while pregnant:
How do I fit in doctor visits?
Visits start as monthly, then increase until they are weekly in your final month of pregnancy. Schedule appointments during your lunch break or find a doctor offering early and late hours. Don't skip visits. Regular, proper prenatal care lowers your risk of having a baby born with low birth weight or other problems.
Is it safe to see the dentist? Contrary to popular belief, dental hygiene during pregnancy is very important. Some studies link poor dental hygiene with preterm labor. However, tell your dentist that you're pregnant and avoid X-rays, if possible.
What can be done about morning sickness and fatigue?
Morning sickness usually occurs only in the first trimester. Cope with it by drinking and eating in small amounts throughout the day. If you can't keep down fluids, you should see your doctor. Eating balanced meals, taking prenatal vitamins and taking short naps may help with first trimester fatigue.
What can I do about insomnia?
Insomnia is especially common in the second and third trimesters, when the increased size of your belly can cause back pain. Sleeping on your side may help. Try hugging a full-body pillow and staying on a regular sleep schedule. If you wake up, do something productive and focused like paying bills or reading a book.
Can I still drink coffee? You should reduce your caffeine intake as recent research shows that excessive caffeine may increase your miscarriage risk. You don't have to go cold turkey, but try to reduce when you can. Remember caffeine is present in some sodas and teas as well.
What should I eat?
Fruits, veggies, grains, protein and dairy are all essential. Keep a list of the food groups that you should get daily on the refrigerator with a list of specific foods in each group that you enjoy. Avoid fish high in mercury, including shark, swordfish, king mackerel, tilefish and albacore tuna.
Can I still hit the gym?
Talk with your doctor about your exercise programs at your first prenatal visit. If you have a normal, low risk pregnancy, it's safe to keep up your routine. In fact, it helps beat stress and keeps baby healthy by improving blood flow.
However, you may need to lessen the intensity or change methods as your pregnancy progresses. Your joints and ligaments are looser during pregnancy, so exercise that emphasizes stretching like yoga and Pilates may open you to more injury. Remember, walking is a fantastic exercise and stress reliever.
Can I travel?
The best time to travel is between 14 and 28 weeks of your pregnancy unless you have a high-risk condition. Consult with your doctor first, especially if going to foreign countries. Keep a detailed copy of your pregnancy record with you at all times. If sitting for a long time during travel, try to get up for a walk at least once an hour to decrease your risk of forming blood clots in your legs. Also, consider wearing support or pressure stockings.
What if I get sick?
Check with your doctor before taking any medication, even over the counter drugs. Stay away from natural remedies and supplements like echinacea that have not been studied on pregnant women. Urinary tract infections are common in pregnancy, so contact your doctor if you experience burning and irritation during urination. If your temperature is above 100.4, see your doctor.
How do I plan for delivery while still working?
Get your due date from your doctor and know the signs of labor. Have a game plan: suitcase ready with key items you will need in the hospital, someone at the ready to drive you to the hospital and take care of any of your other children while you're away. Research your job's maternity leave policies early on. Plan to return to work only when you're physically and emotionally ready.
By tehrantimes.com
THE LATEST PILATES NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
YOGA AND SKI-ING
Ski Portillo in Chile is to offer its first invigorating skiing and restorative yoga week this August.
Professional skiers Kate Olson and Kiffor Berg together with renowned yoga instructor Simon Park will combine their passion and expertise in both skiing and yoga to host this week long retreat at Ski Portillo.
Over the course of the week, participants will learn new techniques to improve their skiing in the big mountain style terrain with expert coaches, video analysis, and back country awareness. Every morning and evening will begin and end with yoga classes designed to improve the on mountain experience and cultivate greater body strength and awareness.
The Ski and Yoga Retreat runs from August 23rd to 30th and costs US$2000 per person including three hours of yoga daily and six hours of ski training. A retreat package that also includes seven nights’ accommodation, four meals daily and a seven day lift ticket costs US$4190 per person. www.skiyoga.com
By skirebel.com
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
Professional skiers Kate Olson and Kiffor Berg together with renowned yoga instructor Simon Park will combine their passion and expertise in both skiing and yoga to host this week long retreat at Ski Portillo.
Over the course of the week, participants will learn new techniques to improve their skiing in the big mountain style terrain with expert coaches, video analysis, and back country awareness. Every morning and evening will begin and end with yoga classes designed to improve the on mountain experience and cultivate greater body strength and awareness.
The Ski and Yoga Retreat runs from August 23rd to 30th and costs US$2000 per person including three hours of yoga daily and six hours of ski training. A retreat package that also includes seven nights’ accommodation, four meals daily and a seven day lift ticket costs US$4190 per person. www.skiyoga.com
By skirebel.com
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ANASURA YOGA
The Immersion provides a gateway into a deeper practice and knowledge of yoga on all levels: heart, mind and body. The Anusara Immersion was not designed solely for those who wish to teach, but for anyone seeking to take a journey into the heart.
Part 1: Stepping Into the Heart (36 hours), Jan 16/18, Feb 6/8, Mar 13-15, 2009
This phase of the course includes: an in-depth exploration of the Universal Principles of Alignment (the 3 A's, the 5 Steps and the Loops) and an introduction to the use of props; basic Anusara Yoga philosophy overview including: the Fundamentals of Practice, Ethical Precepts, Basics of Studentship and an Overview of the History of Yoga; elemental anatomy and anatomy of the breath; fundamental pranayama, meditation, journaling and contemplation; introduction to all the poses from Anusara's Level 1 syllabus.
Part 2: Riding the Currents of Grace (36 hours), April 24/26, May 15/17, June 12/14, 2009
Graduates of any Part 1 Immersion (including those prior to this curriculum) are eligible to move forward in Part 2. This phase includes: a complete review of the Principles and Level 1 syllabus; Intermediate pranayama, meditation, and contemplation; continued Anusara philosophy including the Tattvas, the Elements, the Yoga Sutra of Patanjali and Studentship on the path; an introduction to Anusara's Level 2 syllabus.
Part 3: Seeing as the Divine Sees (36 Hours), Sept 11/13, Oct 16/18, Nov 13/15, 2009
For all Part 1 and 2 graduates. This phase includes: a complete review and exploration of the Principles and Levels 1 & 2 syllabi; in depth exploration of the subtle aspects of the Universal Principles of Alignment; intermediate/advanced pranayama, contemplation and specific meditation techniques; the Bhagavad Gita and the integration of Karma, Jnana and Bhakti Yoga; kinesiology of main muscle groups.
WEEKEND SCHEDULE
Friday: 6:00/8:30pm
Saturday: 11:30/3:30pm & 6:00/8:00pm
Sunday: 12:00/3:30pm
LOCATION
Om Time Boulder
2035 Broadway
Boulder, CO80302
Tel. 720.565.6115
INVESTMENT
$575 per part, $1550 for the full series
Early Bird: $1475 for the full series before December 15, 2008
REGISTRATION
Pre registration is required to attend The Anusara Yoga Immersion. To register, visit the events section of www.omtime.com or call, 720.565.6115.
By denver.yourhub.com
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
Part 1: Stepping Into the Heart (36 hours), Jan 16/18, Feb 6/8, Mar 13-15, 2009
This phase of the course includes: an in-depth exploration of the Universal Principles of Alignment (the 3 A's, the 5 Steps and the Loops) and an introduction to the use of props; basic Anusara Yoga philosophy overview including: the Fundamentals of Practice, Ethical Precepts, Basics of Studentship and an Overview of the History of Yoga; elemental anatomy and anatomy of the breath; fundamental pranayama, meditation, journaling and contemplation; introduction to all the poses from Anusara's Level 1 syllabus.
Part 2: Riding the Currents of Grace (36 hours), April 24/26, May 15/17, June 12/14, 2009
Graduates of any Part 1 Immersion (including those prior to this curriculum) are eligible to move forward in Part 2. This phase includes: a complete review of the Principles and Level 1 syllabus; Intermediate pranayama, meditation, and contemplation; continued Anusara philosophy including the Tattvas, the Elements, the Yoga Sutra of Patanjali and Studentship on the path; an introduction to Anusara's Level 2 syllabus.
Part 3: Seeing as the Divine Sees (36 Hours), Sept 11/13, Oct 16/18, Nov 13/15, 2009
For all Part 1 and 2 graduates. This phase includes: a complete review and exploration of the Principles and Levels 1 & 2 syllabi; in depth exploration of the subtle aspects of the Universal Principles of Alignment; intermediate/advanced pranayama, contemplation and specific meditation techniques; the Bhagavad Gita and the integration of Karma, Jnana and Bhakti Yoga; kinesiology of main muscle groups.
WEEKEND SCHEDULE
Friday: 6:00/8:30pm
Saturday: 11:30/3:30pm & 6:00/8:00pm
Sunday: 12:00/3:30pm
LOCATION
Om Time Boulder
2035 Broadway
Boulder, CO80302
Tel. 720.565.6115
INVESTMENT
$575 per part, $1550 for the full series
Early Bird: $1475 for the full series before December 15, 2008
REGISTRATION
Pre registration is required to attend The Anusara Yoga Immersion. To register, visit the events section of www.omtime.com or call, 720.565.6115.
By denver.yourhub.com
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
Tuesday, 6 May 2008
CHAKRA YOGA WORKSHOP
ASHEVILLE, One Center Yoga will host a Chakra Yoga workshop 9 a.m. Saturday at 120 Coxe Ave., Suite 3A. The cost for the workshop is $95 for people who register and $120 at the door.
To register or for more information, call 225 1904 or email sarah@onecenteryoga.com.
By citizen-times.com
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
To register or for more information, call 225 1904 or email sarah@onecenteryoga.com.
By citizen-times.com
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
MOTHER AND CHILD YOGA
Mommy's going to yoga class, cupcake, and so are you.
Bond with your child in a completely new way through Mother's Day Yoga with Maritoni Tordesillas. Watch as the energetic little ones learn to be as still as the night, and even have loads of fun twisting and turning upside down-with their moms as their 'playmate,' no less. Indeed, trust a child to look at an hour's yoga as fun play; leave the adults to sweat through the challenging poses.
'Children are naturally flexible so the poses come to them fairly easily. It's when they turn 9, 10 or 11, when they begin to just sit in class or spend extended periods studying, that they lose their flexibility,' Tordesillas said.
Open even to beginners, mom and kid alike, the Mother's Day Yoga will be held on May 10 at the Century Plaza Penthouse,
120 Perea St., Legaspi Village, Makati. Kids between 2-5 years old can join the 4 to 5 p.m. class, while a 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. is open for ages 6 and above. The tandem should comprise of one mother and one child, or one grandmother and one grandchild. (Reservation is required. Call or text 0917 522YOGA for inquiries.)
Tordesillas discovered yoga seven years ago when she retired from professional ballet dancing. She has been training her 3 year old daughter Tessa for almost a year now, who also learns from her mom by watching her personal practice.
"We have to show and teach our children healthy lifestyle by example. That's the best way for them to really [incorporate it] into their young lives, and hopefully it stays with them until they become adults," she said.
Yoga also teaches children discipline, said Tordesillas, and the confidence to face challenges they might encounter, however petty those "challenges" might sound like to an adult. She said children also learn to become aware of the breath, its relation to their bodies and the bodies' movement.
Peachie Kilayko, who teaches Yoga Ed., a program especially designed for children, said children also become more focused on the moment. Executing the yoga poses is challenging even for a pliant child. This 'forces' a child to think and concentrate on that moment.
'Their minds no longer have the luxury of drifting from one thought to the other. Of course, we let them run and play first so that by the time classes start they'd be ready to stay put in one place,' Kilayko said.
Kilayko's son Pancho, 10, and daughter Danya, now a college student, have been regularly attending her yoga classes for two years now. Danya, who first learned yoga in high school, said yoga helped her be content with who she is and what she could do.
'Yoga has also helped me not to succumb to peer pressure very quickly,' Danya said.
One of the benefits of bonding with your kids through exercise is having something you can do together even as they grow up and become independent, Kilayko said.
Christine Jacobs Sandejas, who turned to yoga only late last year when she injured her knee playing tennis, is excited to do yoga with one of her daughters. Her children CJ, Nina and Gabby attend Yoga Ed. classes in Alabang.
'This will be the first time I will be in the same class as they are. I really can't wait for that day to begin,' she said.
Tordesillas assures participants that the classes are safe. It's not like students will be required to stand on their heads on the first day of class.
'Bonding with your child is important. Teaching your kids to be fit for life is the added benefit,' Tordesillas said.
Mother's Day Yoga is a project of Yoga Manila.For a full schedule of classes, visit www.yogamanla.com or email info@yogamanila.com.
By Anne Jambora
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
Bond with your child in a completely new way through Mother's Day Yoga with Maritoni Tordesillas. Watch as the energetic little ones learn to be as still as the night, and even have loads of fun twisting and turning upside down-with their moms as their 'playmate,' no less. Indeed, trust a child to look at an hour's yoga as fun play; leave the adults to sweat through the challenging poses.
'Children are naturally flexible so the poses come to them fairly easily. It's when they turn 9, 10 or 11, when they begin to just sit in class or spend extended periods studying, that they lose their flexibility,' Tordesillas said.
Open even to beginners, mom and kid alike, the Mother's Day Yoga will be held on May 10 at the Century Plaza Penthouse,
120 Perea St., Legaspi Village, Makati. Kids between 2-5 years old can join the 4 to 5 p.m. class, while a 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. is open for ages 6 and above. The tandem should comprise of one mother and one child, or one grandmother and one grandchild. (Reservation is required. Call or text 0917 522YOGA for inquiries.)
Tordesillas discovered yoga seven years ago when she retired from professional ballet dancing. She has been training her 3 year old daughter Tessa for almost a year now, who also learns from her mom by watching her personal practice.
"We have to show and teach our children healthy lifestyle by example. That's the best way for them to really [incorporate it] into their young lives, and hopefully it stays with them until they become adults," she said.
Yoga also teaches children discipline, said Tordesillas, and the confidence to face challenges they might encounter, however petty those "challenges" might sound like to an adult. She said children also learn to become aware of the breath, its relation to their bodies and the bodies' movement.
Peachie Kilayko, who teaches Yoga Ed., a program especially designed for children, said children also become more focused on the moment. Executing the yoga poses is challenging even for a pliant child. This 'forces' a child to think and concentrate on that moment.
'Their minds no longer have the luxury of drifting from one thought to the other. Of course, we let them run and play first so that by the time classes start they'd be ready to stay put in one place,' Kilayko said.
Kilayko's son Pancho, 10, and daughter Danya, now a college student, have been regularly attending her yoga classes for two years now. Danya, who first learned yoga in high school, said yoga helped her be content with who she is and what she could do.
'Yoga has also helped me not to succumb to peer pressure very quickly,' Danya said.
One of the benefits of bonding with your kids through exercise is having something you can do together even as they grow up and become independent, Kilayko said.
Christine Jacobs Sandejas, who turned to yoga only late last year when she injured her knee playing tennis, is excited to do yoga with one of her daughters. Her children CJ, Nina and Gabby attend Yoga Ed. classes in Alabang.
'This will be the first time I will be in the same class as they are. I really can't wait for that day to begin,' she said.
Tordesillas assures participants that the classes are safe. It's not like students will be required to stand on their heads on the first day of class.
'Bonding with your child is important. Teaching your kids to be fit for life is the added benefit,' Tordesillas said.
Mother's Day Yoga is a project of Yoga Manila.For a full schedule of classes, visit www.yogamanla.com or email info@yogamanila.com.
By Anne Jambora
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In January, Wares wrote an LA Times article sampling some of her adventures and got interactive with it by including a Google Map. In fact, as any good travel writer should do, Wares has started blogging about travel in Southern
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