Episodes
Thursday May 20, 2010
Episode 36-- Finding Ease
Thursday May 20, 2010
Thursday May 20, 2010
The Yoga Sutras say very little about the physical practice, asana. What they do say, however, reveals that to find one's self in the posture (asana, which translates literally to "seat"), one must embody both effort and ease. So often, we neglect the ease. We decide that effort requires more obvious work, so it must be superior. But establishing ease in the posture (on and off the mat) is infinitely more difficult. When we are straining less, we are more susceptible to the thoughts that arise in moments of quiet. Whether you are a new or veteran student, I invite you to approach this sequence (about 25 minutes) with ease: hold your body at ease, let your breath flow easily in and out of the body and go easy on yourself when thoughts arise. I do hope you love this practice. My dears, I thank you so so much for joining me on this podcast journey. I appreciate your support and hope you will get in touch with your yoga stories. {Hello to Patrizia in Switzerland! Thank you for the email! Welcome back Peggy!!} Dears, if you listen to this podcast and enjoy it, I hope you'll consider supporting me by writing a review in iTunes. Thank you! Blessings of love. Kelly Photos of the Postures are available in this photoset. (or click- through the photo below)
Wednesday Apr 28, 2010
Episode 33--Yoga for Tired Bodies & Minds
Wednesday Apr 28, 2010
Wednesday Apr 28, 2010
Blessings, dear YOGIS.
And welcome to episode 33 of the Sunrose Yoga Podcast. I am so excited to offer the first 30-minute vid-cast to you. (I recently upgraded my video camera and have been having a ball learning how to use it!) Hopefully, the podcast will now include 1 video per month. (Please let me know what you think—either way. I want this podcast to fit your needs.)
Today’s class focuses on those times when we may not feel like practicing (or moving our bodies much at all). As always, I encourage you to begin where you are and honor your body. The practice culminates with parivrtta ardha chandrasana (revolved half-moon) and urdhva vrksasana (hand-stand).
News:
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I’m on day 12 of my 30 day vid-blogging challenge. Check it out at the SUnrose Yoga Blog.
GRATITUDE:
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Have I told you lately how thankful I am to have YOU as a listener? Well, I am dears! Gracias!
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Thank you to all who have written me emails or tweets about your experience with the podcast. LOVE!
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Thank you for your donations & support.
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Many thanks and blessings to Cathy, Armida, Peggy, Jenny, Kasey & Elie.
Connect:
Dears, let me know what you are looking for in these podcasts and tell me about your yoga practice.
Email: sunroseyoga@gmail.com
Voice: (503) 523-2599
Twitter: http://twitter.com/yoginiinthehood
Wishing you peace. & LOVE. Always.
Kelly
P.S. Yogis, I realize the sound quality is not first-rate. Once I figure out how to compress the high-quality version into a managable size, I'll upload it. Thank you for being patient and gentle with me while I learn how to do all of this video work! Namaste.
Edit: hello dear yogis. This podbean video player seems not
to work at all (boo!). You can check out this episode in its entirety on my blog.
Wednesday Apr 21, 2010
Episode 32--Forever Dance
Wednesday Apr 21, 2010
Wednesday Apr 21, 2010
Hello. Welcome loves.
Today’s class is 30 minutes and a strong level one-two. We practice headstand/ sirsasana, which I recommend doing for the first time with a teacher in class or by checking out my sirsasana video online. Please exercise caution on your neck and do not practice if you have glaucoma, vertigo, a headache or sinus pressure. If you are expecting a baby, only practice headstand if it’s something you’ve practiced pre-pregnancy with some regularity. Always listen to your body and use good judgment when attempting postures.
Photos of the postures are all available in this photoset.
The poem by Hafiz in this class is “Forever Dance,” and is available in the compilation I heard God Laughing.
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I love hearing from you, dear listeners. Please do get in touch: my email is sunroseyoga @gmail.com, my google voice voicemail number is 503-523-2599, or leave a comment at my website or blog, or a review in iTunes.
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Thank you for your support of the podcast. Thank you Armina!!
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News:
- My video blogging project is in full-swing, stop by the blog to check it out. So far, I’ve discussed what yoga is, we’ve learned pose mechanics for a few foundational poses, and I’ve talked a bit about yoga burnout. Check it out at the Sunrose Yoga Blog.
- Sunday afternoons at Community Fitness are in full-swing. All-levels, hatha flow class at 4:30pm. $9.80 for an hour-long class. 2113 ne 65th street.
Blessings of love and joy to you all.
kelly
Asanas: ***view photos HERE. ***
& view video of warm-ups here.
Rolling table.
Cat-cow.
Adho mukha svanasana.
Anjaneyasana.
Uttanasana. Swinging uttanasana.
Ardha uttanasana.
Utthita parsvakonasana.
Virabhadrasana ii.
Plank.
Urdhva mukha svanasana.
Adho mukha svanasana.
Twisted dog.
Utthita Parsvakonasana.
Trikonasana.
Virabhadrasana ii.
Uttanasana.
Ardha uttanasana.
Prasarita Padottanasana (hands on hips).
Dolphin. Dolphin-kiss.
Wide-knee Balasana.
Forearm plank. Foot rock + roll.
Wide-knee balasana.
Sirsasana.
Balasana.
Matsyasana.
Setu bandha sarvangasana.