by Blog Team of Yoga District | Aug 31, 2011 | The Blog
Before almost every yoga class, teachers engage their students in a brief meditation, accompanied by some sort of pranayama (breathing exercises), as well as some yogic ramblings. These ramblings often set the tone for the practice, and more times than not, include a... by Blog Team of Yoga District | Aug 22, 2011 | The Blog
I'll admit one of the hardest parts of yoga for me is showing up! Sometimes life gets in the way and I don't prioritize my yoga practice as much as I should. When I'm cozy in bed on a Monday morning it's hard to remember why I thought I'd like... by Blog Team of Yoga District | Aug 19, 2011 | The Blog
Envy is a tricky beast and she knows me well. On a spiritual and intellectual level, I know that the goal of yoga is not to achieve handstand in the center of the room. And yet… And yet… I want to stand on my hands. I want to stand on my hands like a real yogi!... by Blog Team of Yoga District | Aug 17, 2011 | The Blog
The DC Global Mala is a group of yoga practitioners who dedicate a collective practice each fall. The Global Mala Project is a worldwide project initiated by Shiva Rea, Sean Corne, Michael Franti, and yogis, yoga studios, performers and activists around the world. The... by Blog Team of Yoga District | Aug 4, 2011 | The Blog
Take a deep breath. Concentrate. Move forward. Trust your strength. Engage everything. Gaze ahead. Be mindful of your neighbors. Move with grace. Imagine that it’s possible. Relax. Relax. Relax. Wait, was that my yoga teacher or my life coach? It took me a long time...
