by julie gagen | Aug 10, 2021 | How to Start Yoga
It’s been a spell since the last time I popped in your feed, friend. I hope you’re having a WONDERFUL summer break, getting some much-needed sunshine and fresh air, and appreciating the time of year where you can slip-on sandals and pop out the door...
by julie gagen | Aug 10, 2021 | How to Start Yoga
In this class, expect a review of our foundational shapes: tabletop, down dog, and mountain pose (tadasana). We’re building into muscular engagement in our yoga shapes and preparing for some more yoga breakdowns in the next few days. > This may be a practice that...
by julie gagen | Aug 9, 2021 | How to Start Yoga
Alignment in body – in other words the muscular and skeletal alignments of your body in a physical yoga practice – leads to greater integrity, stronger muscles, and better posture. Alignment in body-mind-breath brings it a step farther: rewiring your...
by julie gagen | Aug 8, 2021 | How to Start Yoga, Welcome to Be the Love
Have you been practicing studio yoga for a while? Maybe you’ve dropped into a couple of classes, and you would like to understand a little more about what you’re doing on the mat and why? Maybe your physician or therapist suggested trying yoga, but you...
by julie gagen | Aug 8, 2021 | How to Start Yoga
This simple, foundation pose is a cornerstone of many yoga shapes. It’s simple, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. Through understanding this shape, you’ll have all the tools you need to create a safe, strong downward dog. Because this pose can be a lot on the hands...
by julie gagen | Aug 7, 2021 | How to Start Yoga
Today we’re exploring Mantra, or a single-pointed focus that brings together mind, body, and actions. It is the essence of yoga: alignment, one-ness, union. In practice beyond the mat, this skill of alignment leads to greater mental focus, better routines, and a...