In this sun salutation sequence we bring mindful awareness into our transitions. Focus and breathe as to not lose balance and find some fluidity and strength as you find your way through tension and ease.

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Most of you active folks don’t stretch enough. This is a simple stretching routine you can follow after a workout, run, or other rigorous activity to make sure that your muscles get the recovery they deserve. Only 20 minutes! No yoga mat required.

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The breathing space practice can be practiced anywhere and anytime. Become more aware of your thoughts and emotions whenever they arise, and give yourself space and time to soften into the sensations before you take your next steps. This is helpful after you received information that causes tension, stress, or high emotions.

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Our attitude can have a significant impact on our experiences. If we are upset, simple tasks might become frustrating. If we’re in a happy mood, we might be able to deal with upsetting news a little easier. Attitude influences our perspective, our emotions, and ultimately the way we experience the world around us. With the proper attitude, we can build a better atmosphere to practice mindfulness. These attitudinal foundations work together to set the stage for mindfulness practice. They aren’t meant to be practiced in any specific order, but they are interconnected. 

Beginner‘s mind 

Non-judgment 

Acceptance 

Letting go 

Non-striving 

Patience 

Trust 

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The Language of Yin by Gabrielle Harris

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Over the years, mindfulness has become incredibly popular which has led to the term being used loosely in several different definitions. Even amongst seasoned practitioners there might be some variation of how mindfulness is defined, so it’s important to establish some clarity on how we use this term in the program. We will use the definition from Jon Kabat Zinn who is often viewed as the Godfather of Mindfulness in the western world. 

Mindfulness : ”The awareness that emerges through paying attention on purpose, in the present moment, and non-judgmentally.” – Jon Kabat Zinn 

After learning a bit about mindfulness meditation, enjoy a 10 minute awareness of breath meditation practice provided by Yoga Renew Teacher Training.

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Power yoga is a more dynamic version of traditional yoga which includes more challenging physical components to generate heat in the body. Power yoga is a general term used to describe a vigorous, fitness-based approach to vinyasa style yoga. There are many parts of power yoga that feel similar to vinyasa, although there may be more static poses to build strength, stability, endurance, and flexibility. The benefits of power yoga include metabolism regulation, increase flexibility, immunity, increased strength, increased stability, increased stamina, and promotes detoxification of the body. Avoid power yoga if you are pregnant or suffer from a chronic physical ailment such as diabetes or arthritis. A different style of yoga may be better suited for you, and that's okay!

Slow flow is a mix of Hatha yoga (static poses) and Vinyasa (linking movement with breath). The pace is meditative, emphasizing peace and calm in body and mind. We hold poses longer, taking several rounds of breath in each pose, instead of moving to each breath. The inclusion of grounded postures and slower movements allow students to build confidence and familiarity. Longer holds in standing and balancing postures offer the opportunity to refine the fundamentals and explore deeper sensations over time. This class is good for any level of student. It can help build strength, flexibility, and stamina, while soothing the mind and minimize the chatter in your head.

I take you through a sequence where you get to explore warrior 3 more than once. Explore warrior 3 and what it means to you. We flow through two different sequences twice, once for recognition and sense in the body, and the other to link movement with breath.

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