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Yoga for the Head, Neck, Shoulders & Back
A little refresher for the upper body - a great way to start the day and get out the nighttime kinks, or to reawaken after starting at a screen all day. Feel the difference!
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Yoga for the Anxious Mind
In those moments when there is not much else that can stop the loops in your mind, getting back to the body can be grounding and helpful. Use this mini-practice as another tool to ease your way out of overthinking, overwhelm, or anxiety.
No equipment needed.
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Building on the Basics of Yoga
Day 2 of our 5 Day Beginner Learn Yoga Challenge. On Day 2 we start to introduce twists, some of the asymmetrical poses, and more ways to modify any pose to suit you best.
Remember the breath of Part One, as we get a little deeper into our bodies, minds, and spirits! You will need something to ...
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The Basics of Yoga
Day 1 of our 5 Day Beginner Learn Yoga Challenge.
In this class learn what yoga is and how YES you can do it. This series is designed to help you start a yoga practice from scratch. If you’ve ever tried to practice on your own with a random video online, you know that there are some shapes, som...
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Power, Balance, and Core for the Beginner
Day 3 of our 5 Day Beginner Learn Yoga Challenge.
On Day 3 we venture into some more of the fundamental standing and strength poses… have a wall or a chair nearby to give you some extra confidence. Yoga is not just all stretching - there is some deep strength and stability work here too. In thi...
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Putting it All Together - Yoga for Beginners
Day 5 of our 5 Day Beginner Learn Yoga Challenge, and today we start to flow. You've got most of the fundamental shapes down - and now we can put them together in a slow dance, guided by your breath and awareness. After this class, you’ll be ready to start any of our other classes for All Levels!...
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Upper Body & Hip Release for Beginner Yogis
Day 4 of our 5 Day Beginner Learn Yoga Challenge. On Day 4 we will be focusing on some common “problem” areas that love a good opening - the shoulders, thoracic spine, hips and pelvis. These are some of the most well-loved poses - and some of the most challenging. Enjoy! In this practice, you wil...
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Yin Yoga for the Upper & Lower Back
Day 5 of the 5 day Yin Yoga Intro series. Today we will work on improving your posture and balance.
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Core & Stretch
Wondering what to do after your workout, walk or run? Train your core and then cool yourself down with these total-body stretches.
No equipment required, in fact you don't even need shoes!
The core work is all-levels friendly, with options if you can't flex your spine (ie. osteoporosis), and ...
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Chair Pilates & Yoga
The best of both worlds - from your chair! Chairs are not just for sitting on your butt! Move your body and feel your arms and abs and legs lengthen and stretch. Feel every moving action that will give your body a positive reaction! You can stay seated the entire time or stand beside or behind yo...
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Beginner Standing HIIT Cardio
This beginner HIIT is perfect for anyone just starting or getting back into a regular fitness routine OR if aren't feeling the workout vibes and want something that won't tax you.
It's all standing during the cardio portion, with no equipment needed.
Once we cool down we head down to the mat ...
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Lower Body Stretches for Beginners
Lower body stretches for beginners that can be done after a workout, on a recovery day, or when you feel the need to stretch those muscles!
Perfect for beginners and the inflexible.
Day 21 of our 25 in 25 Challenge, and it's a keeper!!
Tools: yoga tie (or use a towel or your bathrobe tie)
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Barre for Sore Knees
This workout will help build strength in your legs, glutes and the muscles surrounding your knees. Not only is this knee-friendly it will also help prevent further weakening of your knees.
You’ll get a combo of standing and mat work to challenge both your balance and your stabilizer muscles. Tr...
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15-Min Low Impact Cardio Workout - Knee & Low Back Friendly
15-Min low impact cardio workout, knee & low back-friendly, programmed for anyone over 50.
If you've only got 15-min this low-impact workout will deliver!
Or add on a strength workout afterwards to hit it all in one workout.
I've made this knee & low back-friendly by limiting the squats and ...
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8 Exercises & Stretches for Sciatica Lower Back Pain
My top 8 exercises for sciatica and lower back pain relief, for anyone - no matter their age!
Great to do on daily basis, the only tools you need are a pillow and a stretch tie. Help ease your lower back pain with these 8 exercises.
Remember, however, you should seek the advice of a physiother...
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Beginner to Intermediate Strength Training
From beginner-intermediate, you will hit your goals with this strength training workout.
This total body workout is great for home.
All you need are a pair of light dumbbells (intermediate: also have a pair of moderate and heavy dumbbells), and a mat if you're on a hard surface.
Let's get y...
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Yoga for Better Balance
Although sometimes it looks like we practice yoga asana for flexibility or cool party tricks, it really comes down to balance. From physical balance and injury prevention to balancing our nervous system to balancing the connection between mind, body, and spirit - yoga is designed to “yoke” togeth...
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All Levels Yoga
This 45-minute all-levels yoga is perfect for beginners, as well as anyone who says they hate yoga. Join me for some hip openers, core work, hamstring stretches and much more. 🌻
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Foundational Pilates Workout
A must-watch if you are new to Pilates, as well as new to our Pilates classes. This follow-along workshop will teach you proper alignment for standing, seated and supine positions, as well as how to get your neck shoulders and pelvis in proper alignment.
Suggested props - block, pilates ball, f...
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Joint-Friendly Cardio & Strength
Using low-impact cardio to get your heart rate up, and strength exercises that won't overuse any one joint, you will get the full-meal deal with this joint-friendly cardio and strength workout.
Options are also given during the abs for people with osteoporosis.
Perfect for all levels.
Tools...
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Osteoporosis Friendly Cardio & Abs
Tired of modifying moves on regular workouts because you have osteoporosis, osteopenia or osteoarthritis? In this full-body cardio workout, we will get your heart rate up, work on your bone and joint health, and hit your abs with exercises that are not only safe for you - but also the most effect...
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5,000'ish Steps at Home Low Impact Workout for Fat Loss
Hit your step count with this fun indoor low-impact walking workout. Using intervals of different low impact moves you will accumulate up to 5,000 steps (4km) if you stay at pace with me.
Save this workout for a rainy or snowy day, or push play on those days you need to get your butt moving and...
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Pilates Upper Body & Abs
New or newish to Pilates? Work your upper body and learn the postures and cueing with a Pilates class. We will train your arms, chest and shoulders and finish off with some hot PIlates’ ab exercises.
Tools: Mat, fit loop and band
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Mobility Workout for Beginners
This is the perfect mobility series to do if you're tight, inflexible and are over the age of 40.
I hit all the major joints and muscles, with extra emphasis on the hips and thoracic spine (t-spine).
When's the best time to do this series?
✅ Before or after a workout
✅ Before bed
✅ In the morni...