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More time on the floor

More time on the floor

Posted by Margaret in Yoga on 13. Jan, 2010 | 0 Comments

When you think of sitting, you may think of chairs and sofas before you think of the floor.  This is what seems natural to us modern day Westerners, but is it really what our bodies were designed to do? After all, humans were sitting long before desk chairs and couches were invented.
When I decided to [...]

Fresh Start!

Fresh Start!

Posted by Margaret in Yoga on 28. Dec, 2009 | 0 Comments

There’s no time like the New Year for starting fresh and setting goals.  New Year’s resolutions are about making a commitment to do something new, change an old habit or make a lifestyle change that can only make you a healthier, happier person.  It’s wonderful to have healthy goals; however, it’s also important to remember [...]

The Grounded Traveler

The Grounded Traveler

Posted by Margaret in Yoga on 26. Dec, 2009 | 0 Comments

If you’re planning to travel this holiday season… here are some tips to prevent anxiety and restlessness, and make any trip more relaxing.
Establishing a rhythm is easy at home, where you control your schedule and can settle into a comfortable routine. But when you’re traveling (for business or for pleasure), that rhythm is disrupted, which [...]

Gingerbread Yoga Cookies

Gingerbread Yoga Cookies

Posted by Margaret in Yoga on 07. Dec, 2009 | 0 Comments

At once modern and old-fashioned, they make perfect birthday, holiday or anytime
gifts for discerning cookie lovers.
These handmade cookies are adorable and delicious.
They are made with high-quality, natural ingredients and are baked fresh daily.
Order them by calling 212 925-9097 between 10am and 6pm eastern standard time.
Box of all 10 yoga poses, shown below:  $35

Meditation

Meditation

Posted by Margaret in Yoga on 02. Dec, 2009 | 1 Comment

Through your practice of yoga, you’ve enhanced both your abilities to concentrate and to relax—the two most important requirements for a meditation practice. Now you can begin a meditation practice of your own.
What Is Meditation?
In the Yoga Sutra, Patanjali gives instruction on how to meditate and describes that yoga (or union) happens when the mind [...]

  • Featured Pose

    Navasana Pose

  • NAVASANA

    Type of pose: Seated

    Benefits: Builds abdominal and core strength

    Instructions:

    1. From a seated position, bring the legs straight up to a 45 degree angle.

    2. The torso will naturally fall back, but do not let the spine collapse. Make a "V" shape with the body.

    3. Bring the arms out straight in line with the shoulders.

    4. Balance on the sit bones.

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