I see myself in the Fundamental class students. Stiff and groaning, but eagerly stretching and strengthening, we expand ourselves to fill the space of each pose with our untrained but not unwilling bodies. I'm inspired every time I see the willingness, hope, and optimism in each face. I’ve only … [Read more...] about Starting Yoga at 57: One Year Later
Asana
Yoga for Stabilizing Anxiety
I’ll be teaching a workshop on Anxiety and yoga on February 28, so I’ve been exploring the nature of this malady. What are its roots? Why does one person take the things life throws their way in stride, while another becomes paralyzed with fear under the same circumstances? Anything you read on … [Read more...] about Yoga for Stabilizing Anxiety
Putting It All Together in Fundamentals Class
For years, I giggled my way through yoga classes at the gym, swearing "it's not for me." With a sporty background, I've always considered myself fit and ready for any athletic challenge. And yoga classes at various gyms didn't challenge me physically. I thought it was a nice stretch class, or … [Read more...] about Putting It All Together in Fundamentals Class
Yoga Fundamentals
To get the benefits of the yoga practice, you have to do it nearly every day. The role of class is build your knowledge. It is the daily practice at home that gives time for building flexibility, strength and quiet inside. When you are new to yoga, it is a good idea to start practicing right … [Read more...] about Yoga Fundamentals
Practicing With A Beginner’s Mind-Lauren Blackham
One reason I love Iyengar yoga and the process of studying to become a certified Iyengar teacher is because I am constantly reminded to have the mindset of a beginner. When I was studying with Lois Steinberg at the California Yoga Center in Mountain View a few weeks ago, she relayed a story to the … [Read more...] about Practicing With A Beginner’s Mind-Lauren Blackham