May 8th, 2011
Mother’s Day is a day we dedicate to all women who have had children. It is a special day for us ALL to reflect on what we nurture in our lives? What have you created in your life that you love? Do you love children, animals, pets, friends, your home? What comes to your mind when you ask: What do I love to nurture?
For me, it is Yoga! Teaching yoga to people that I meet that have the interest. Some come and learn from me at my studio (that I love), some go on and be teachers here and other places. Watching people learn to get out of pain physically and mentally. Watching them grow spiritually and be happy. These are just some of the things that I love to nurture!
What about you??? I would love to hear from you! Happy Mother’s Day to ALL!
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January 29th, 2011
Join us for a funky and EASY way to get some cardio because it is so fun!!
Wednesday at 10:00am – Thursday at 11:00am
I was one of the first to start teaching aerobics in l976, and retired my aerobic shoes in 1994 for yoga.
Regular cardiovascular exercise has many benefits:*
- Reduced stress
- More energy
- Setting a good example for your kids to stay active as they get older
- Weight loss
- Stronger heart and lungs
- Increased bone density
- Reduced risk of heart disease and some types of cancer
- Temporary relief from depression and anxiety
- More confidence about how you feel and how you look
- Better sleep
Wait till you so what I have discovered as a fun way to go cardio! You will be surprised at how fun it is! Check it out!!
* from “Why You Need Cardio Exercise” on About.com
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December 9th, 2010
Do you know what your dosha is?
You will be amazed at what you learn about yourself.
There is just one thing, when I have read information about doshas, they usually tell me the negative aspects. What I have learned from my teacher, John Friend, is that there are very positive aspects to each dosha. He also taught the remedy for each one that has help me and my students tremendously.
There are 3 doshas:
Check yours out and see.
Check back in and we will be going over each one to understand ourselves and others.
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December 8th, 2010
We have a lot of refreshing, and exciting but relaxing Jacksonville Yoga classes already scheduled for 2011.
Take a look at what we have planned so far. If you have questions about any of these classes, or would like to recommend something else for our 2011 schedule, please Contact Us.
First, Start the New Year off with YOGA!
Our annual 2-hour, New Year’s Day All-Level -Flow class starts at 9:30am. Come anytime and start celebrating!
Next New Class – Join Us for a WEEKEND of Yoga on January 28!
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November 6th, 2010
Today reminded me of the joys of teaching Yoga.
A student that just started coming said, with tears in her eyes, that she was out of pain for the fist time in over 40 years! The hair on my arms stood straight up! Such a happy feeling comes over me when a student’s face goes from being in pain to a peaceful smile.
This happens frequently!
People are starving to find a way to get out of pain without using drugs, surgery, etc.
John Friend, my teacher and the founder of Anusara Yoga, has simplified alignment techniques so that we can all be more aware of our alignment and get out of pain. He teaches us that pain is a good thing. It lets us know that something is a little out of sync. When we pay attention and know how to get back in line with nature we are happier beings which makes people around us more joyful. Life is more full and blissful for us all!
Immersions are open to all that would like to delve deeper into their practice. It also is a prerequisite for our teacher training. Please join us! You will be glad you did!
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October 26th, 2009
Tis the season to be jolly! However, it can be rather stressful as we all know!
Here are a few quick fixes to help relieve stress with yoga this year:
Breath deep!
While you are in traffic, at the Mall, dealing with family gatherings just stop and take a deep breath. Try breathing in the nose and out the mouth. See if you can breath in to the count of just 3 at first. From there move it up to 5 or 8 counts. Feel the way your body and your mind with just release with this simple technique.
Check out a yoga class that is close by your home or office.
Having a qualified teacher guide you and help you thru breathwork and poses make all the difference. When you sign up for a class, you will probably get more yoga done during an hour than you would on your own. There will be no distractions that normally get in your way. At my studio, we are doing a 4-week series just to focus on yoga poses that will help with stress. One of those poses is legs up the wall (as we call it). All you do is sit sideways against a wall. turn and put your legs up the wall and straighten out your upper body. Your body will be in the shape of a L.
Put an eyebag or a washcloth on your eyes to tune out the light.
If you are comfortable, stay there for 3 to 5 minutes (15 minutes is the best!). It is a wonderful way to “decompress”.
So it IS the season to be jolly! Enjoy your holiday season STRESSFREE!
Tags: stress relief
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October 26th, 2009
Pain in the wrist while doing yoga can be s symptom of a misalignment in your shoulders. My teacher, John Friend, taught me about this when I had a ganglion cyst on my wrist which was causing me alot of pain in handstand, sun salutation, backbends and any arm balance.
So here is the key: top of the arm bones back/lowertips of the shouldblades in!
Usually we all bend forward to read, type on the computor, take care of children and loved ones. The very top of the arm bone (at the shoulder) usually goes forward from the above activities. Try facing a wall and take your right arm out to the side, palm up, and press the little finger part of the hand into the wall. Take the top of the arm bone back as you turn your body away from the wall. Feel the lower tip of your shoulder blade moving into your back. Then when you are doing backbends, etc. see if you can keep this action. Hopefully, this will help to heal your pain in the wrist!
Tags: pain, wrist
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February 10th, 2009
Many people think that backbends are bad for their back and very difficult to do.
We are here to tell you that is not true if done with proper instruction!!
When the spine is in a backbend, the spine moves into the body; therefore, bulging disk can find relief. Also, if you learn how to go up in a backbend using the back plane of your body, it will feel like you are just floating up with ease. Hard to believe? Joyce Savitz will be teaching a 2-hour workshop this coming May. Check it out! You will be amazed. There have been some recent articles in Yoga Journal about backbends. After experiencing what “using the back plane of the body” you will understand on a deeper level what is being taught by fellow Anusara Teachers such as Desiree Rumbaugh (wrote the most recent article in Yoga Journal on backbends).
Tags: back
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