Confession Time. The first yoga class I went to as a participant was a disaster. Seriously, it haunted me for years. I remember feeling awkward, mad at myself for not being able to do several of the poses, and then completed the class hyperventilating. Did I try yoga again? NO WAY. Why would I? There …
Grateful
I spent my weekend with a terrific group of ladies at East to West Yoga and Pilates. Six of us have been working through a certification together. In this time, we have discussed our bodies and our minds. The aches and pains - both physical and mental - that we live with on a daily …
Yoga for Elephants
Laurent de Brunhoff, the son of Babar creator Jean de Brunhoff, wrote BABAR’S YOGA for Elephants. Originally published in 2002, the book provides step-by step instructions on yoga asanas (poses) and shows how yoga can be used in daily life and travels. Using Babar to show various poses breaks the western stereotype that you must …
canfitpro 2015
Each year I attend the Canadian Fitness Professionals (canfitpro) Toronto Conference and Trade Show. Registered members, like myself, are required to complete education credits to maintain their certifications. We do this by attending workshops, lectures or trainings. The Toronto event also includes the trade show where we can purchase new equipment at a discount. I …
