PURE Challenge Inspiration #1

PURE Challenge Inspiration	Issue #1

"Let me give you a definitive answer to the question: What is yoga? In Sanskrit, the ancient root language of the great works of Indian philosophy, the word yuj means "to join." The term "yoga" comes from that word, and symbolizes union--a joining, or a marriage. Who is getting married here? You are, my friend. Through the physical practice of yoga, you integrate your body and mind in a perfect union."

-Bikram Choudhury

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42 year old Yogi-Realtor Does the 60 Day Challenge with You!

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Welcome to the 60 day Challenge!!!

Here we GO! Join me as I take part in the PURE 60 Day Challenge!

A Family Practice

Yoga was on my to do list for almost four years before I actually made it a regular practice. I was not willing to give up my hardcore workout at the gym and miles of running. My only agenda then was stretching my muscles.

After coming a couple of times to the Westlake Studio and not following through over two years, I finally made up my mind and canceled my gym membership. I decided to commit to Bikram Yoga on January 5th 2010 - right after I dropped my daughters off at school. In my first class I heard about the 60 Day Challenge and I decided to just jump right in and do it! I made it my number one priority, and it has been ever since. By the end of the Challenge, I was set on changing my life, for the better, and not just to stretch my physical muscles, but to stretch my whole being. Read more...

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If you're regular class is too crowded, you're not into the regular christening of your neighbors sweat, TRY A DIFFERENT CLASS TIME! With 4 different studios and a total of 5 yoga rooms, you can be sure to find another option that will fit into your busy schedule. See what happens when you make small changes!

If you're normal class is small and you need a boost to keep up your stamina and spirits, TRY A DIFFERENT CLASS TIME! Bigger classes can generate A LOT of energy, which can be really great for lifting your mood and keeping you strong even on the toughest days!

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Hi, Yogis!

Hope you're having a great 60-day challenge so far. My name is Sarah. I've tinkered with Bikram yoga for about ten years--showing up, totally disappearing, then coming back again. I completed a 60-day challenge once a few years ago, and it was amazing. I'm very excited to participate in PURE's 2012 challenge!

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English bulldog determination is another Bikram animal go-to, but what about harnessing the die-hard attitude of the honey badger? Team up with her, and you'll be unstoppable! Or, do you know about the bar-tailed godwit? She holds the record for the longest nonstop migration, flying for 8 days straight without a break. She'll get you through a 60-day challenge!

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A 60-day challenge takes planning. Strategy. And that's where the red fox comes in. Unable to beat her speedy rival the brown hare in an all-out race, she must plot and scheme to accomplish her goals. Embrace the red fox, and you will succeed.

60 straight days of Bikram yoga is a journey-a commitment you're taking on with the support of your fellow yogis, but it's also a solo mission-just you and your will to complete this journey. And that element of the challenge is where the final animal athlete comes in--the polar bear--strongest swimmer on Earth. She's capable of swimming nonstop for 60 miles-a distance signifying a fight for survival. This courageous creature will inspire you to keep going, to believe in yourself. And she'll sneak you some cold, arctic temps while you're in Bikram's torture chamber!

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I can meet you at a PURE studio or Starbucks or something to hand off your purchase and bypass shipping.

Good luck with your challenge!

Embrace the most athletic animals on the planet.

Sarah

Sincerely,

The Yoga Team
Pure Bikram Yoga