Published on February 23, 2019
Twists and creative sequencing lead the way as we breathe and sweat and target the hamstrings, shoulders and upper back. A strong core is the key to navigating the twists and turns, and a sense of humor helps with the challenging moments. Super fun, super vigorous.
By Ally Hamilton on May 21, 2019
Perfect for the end of a tough day, times when you're feeling depleted and/or stressed out, end of a travel day, nights when you struggle with insomnia, or paired with a shorter vigorous flow (we filmed this after Rise, Shine, Energize). Sometimes we walk around as if we're supposed to carry the weight of the world on our shoulders or store tons of stuff in our hips, but it's always good to get that tension out of your body! Lots of attention given to the shoulders and hips. Enjoy x (Props are nice if you have them, but you can make this work with a firm couch pillow, a stack of books and a tie or long belt from a robe :))
By Angela Kukhahn on May 14, 2019
We build steadily towards some big flying hip openers a.k.a. arm balances! If you’re feeling tired of your routine and are ready to mix it up with some new skills this is the practice for you! We tackle some of the more elusive arm balances Flying Pigeon, Ashtavakrasana and Grasshopper! We start with some hip opening sun salutes to build heat and begin to open the hips and hammies and then steadily layer on the deeper poses so that you arrive at the peak ready to effortlessly move into the more complex postures. Enjoy!
By Ally Hamilton on May 8, 2019
Oh my gosh did we have fun putting this together for you! This rise-and-shine has it all - hip, hamstring and shoulder opening, core and upper body strengthening, endurance-training mentally and physically, standing balance and arm balance and emotional balance! Can't think of a better way to start the day...and we had LAUGHS, too! Grab your mat and let's do this!
By Ally Hamilton on May 2, 2019
Great for days when you're a little low on energy but still want to get your heart pumping and your breath flowing, and open your mind, your hips, heart, and hamstrings, too!
By Ally Hamilton on Apr 24, 2019
A super sweaty, super fun flow where we fire up your core, open the hips, hamstrings and shoulders deeply and get on our hands throughout! Think koundinyasana II, bakasana, tittibhasana, firefly and fun transitions. A little handstand play at the end with optional hippy variations. Savasana is gonna feel gooooood!!!
By Ally Hamilton on Apr 12, 2019
Open your hips from every direction, unlock your shoulders, upper back and neck, stretch your hamstrings, open your heart, and fire up your core before we get on our hands and play. Monkey pose and eagle pose right side up and upside down, and a super sweet savasana, all around the topic of embracing and opening to our inherent vulnerability.
By Kate Cariati on Apr 9, 2019
Baddha konasana to dandasana to navasana, anyone? Don't let the chill start fool you, we are gonna build some heat and open the hips and shoulders. A fun, creative flow that will keep you guessing and leave you feeling glorious as we explore both opening, but also folding in. Tara is sometimes translated as star and this flow honors Tarasana, the goddess of compassion and protection, because much of the time we need both!
By Angela Kukhahn on Apr 5, 2019
In this 59 minute class we will give your hamstrings the treatment they deserve! We will begin with a long uttanasana, then move onto a toe/fascia stretch, followed by Surya A, low lunge, half hanuman, abs strengthening, crow, pyramid pose, Warrior 3, prasarita variations, optional work on Tripod headstand, Pincha and press handstand, toe taps, twisted triangle, Triangle, Half Moon, side plank, full vasisthasana and much, much more! Enjoy!
By Ally Hamilton on Apr 5, 2019
Let's open the hips, hamstrings and shoulders, shall we? A little Series C starts us off, and leads into skandasana and lizard pose. Then we open the hips further with a dancing warrior flow that leads into bound side angle and bird of paradise. We work on non-reactivity, and learning to ride the waves, staying centered as circumstances ebb and flow.
By Ally Hamilton on Mar 28, 2019
This is a slow, mindful flow designed to help you reset and calm your nervous system, particularly if you're feeling anxious. We do many breathing exercises throughout including alternate nostril breathing, breath retention (4-6-8 breathing), and ujjayi breathing, all while moving slowly and with intention. You will work in this class and you will probably sweat. There is core work and there are backbends, you will open your hips, shoulders and hamstrings, but the intention is to calm the nervous system and walk away from your mat feeling deeply grounded. Our nervous systems are built for short bursts of stress, not longterm stress, so if you're going through some of life's harder experiences, it's essential to find the tools that help you return to center. Yoga Nidra at the end <3
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