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
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Yellow, Brown, Black, and Beautiful: Iyengar Yoga and People of Color
YELLOW, BROWN, BLACK, AND BEAUTIFUL: Iyengar Yoga and People of Color by Hong Gwi-Seok Gazing at our “yoga bible,” LIGHT ON YOGA, we see iconic photos of BKS Iyengar in every asana imaginable, setting a standard we have yet to fulfill. But almost everywhere else, the images of yoga feature … [Read more...] about Yellow, Brown, Black, and Beautiful: Iyengar Yoga and People of Color
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
Basic Back Care for Home Yoga Practice
This is a basic back care yoga sequence that you can practice at home, any time your back needs a little extra love. If your desk job has you aching or you overworked your back, here is a gentle yoga sequence designed specifically to relieve minor aches and pains in the lower back, upper back, … [Read more...] about Basic Back Care for Home Yoga Practice