yogi: 5 yoga poses to boost your mood!

me doing "wild thing" -- wild thing...you make my heart sing...

earlier this week, i was featured on fit bottomed girls' blog.  this fabulously popular blog features stories and practical advice about living a fit, happy and healthy life. the ladies behind the blog tackle everything from workout reviews, to the latest fitness fashion, to the tastiest protein bars -- all of which is delivered with style and sass.

to check out the blog and yoga video that i created for them -- 5 yoga poses to boost your mood -- click {here}!

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yoga: build some heat!

sometimes we just need a workout - something that's going to challenge us and really build some heat!  with yoga's boundless benefits, it's not only fabulous for centering yourself and de-stressing, but it's an amazing full-body workout as well.  you get everything you need all in one place : )  when you're in need of some heat, try out this 10 minute sequence i designed to do just that!

namaste : )

yoga: tone your abs

we all would love super-flat, sculpted abs, but in order to get there, you first need to build some core strength.  and, you guessed it, yoga is a phenomenal way to tone the abdominal muscles and build strength throughout the entirety of your core.  if you're ready to whip your stomach into shape, check out these yoga postures that will build muscle and heat!

namaste : )

yoga: de-stress with the breath

as you may already know, yoga is a great way to de-stress and reduce anxiety.  by linking breath with movement, yoga works to align both the inner and outer body in the most optimal way.  (which feels great, by the way!)  if you need a little "me-time", indulge in this simple 10 minute routine that i developed to help you reconnect with your authentic self.

namaste, mavens : )

yoga: get in the know

if you're thinking about venturing out and giving yoga a try this year, make sure you're "in the know" before you go.  vinyasa yoga is a popular, flow-style which is taught in studios across the country.  if you're relatively new, or would just enjoy a bit of flow, check out this simple sun salutation series to warm up your body.  you're sure to find this sequence is almost any class you take!

namaste : )

yoga: thinner thighs workout

today, i wanted to share this super simple flow called dancing warrior.  this series builds heat in the thighs; strengthening and sculpting them.  incorporate this short practice into your exercise or yoga routine to build heat and tone your legs.

namaste : )

sh*t yogis say

if you love yoga, you'll appreciate this : )

namaste