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Yoga Journeys to the Heart Newsletter
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This is the TENTH issue
| This marks 1 year of emails... November 2011
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Welcome to my newsletter sharing and celebrating my life long journey into YOGA!
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BEAUTY!!
What is beauty? How about this sunset? Now, try to explain it with words...you can't! It's just beauty. No words, just be with it. That is all that you can do.
Practice your Yoga like this, with beauty, with grace, without words, judgements, criticism. Just BE with your body, mind, breath, and breathe into your body like this! Breathe into your mind like this! BE BEAUTY!
Then you will TRULY BE ALIVE! 
From my HEART, with Gratitude and Peace,
DL, nancy Desert Lizard heraty
Yoga for Scoliosis Trainer
Yoga Teacher
Artist
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Yoga Pose of the Month is: Hasta Padangusthasana I
(in sanskrit hasta = hand, pada = foot, angustha = toe, asana = pose)
This variation utilizes props to aid in balance, and helps to safely build strength and flexibility. See "Light on Yoga" by Mr. Iyengar for the classic version. Stand in Tadasana with a chair placed at the wall. With a looped belt, step left foot into one end, and place the other end of the loop at the right leg crease. Extend the right leg to the back of the chair, so the heel rests on the back and the foot presses the wall. Tighten the loop so it is firm and it is keeping the right hip down to traction (add space in) the hip. Loop a second belt around the right foot and hold the two ends with long arms. Torso is squared to the wall. Stand strong, and use arms to lift the spine as they pull the two ends of the belt. Both legs are straight and strong. Breathe and elongate the legs, arms and spine. Repeat to the other side.
Benefits: builds strength in the body, especially the legs and spinal muscles. Teaches balance. Tractions the hips. Lengthens the leg muscles, especially the hamstrings.
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Yoga for Scoliosis Pose of the Month is...
Supta Padangusthasana I
(in sanskrit supta= reclined, pada = foot, angustha = toe, asana = pose) Lay supine (on the back) with feet pressing wall, tailbone and shoulders tucked. Pad the cave side with a towel to support it. Pillow the head if needed. Place one end of a looped belt around the left foot at the wall, and the other end into the right hip crease. The left leg stays straight and strong, foot upright. Bend the right foot into chest and squeeze it in. Tighten or loosen the strap as needed so it is taut. Bring the second strap around the right foot and raise it vertically. Both legs are straight and strong. Press elbows to floor by ribcage to tuck shoulders and lift heart.
Breathe and allow the legs, spine, and body to elongate. Repeat to the other side. Benefits: Tractions the hips, elongates the leg muscles, especially the hamstrings, builds strength in the hands, legs, torso. Supine adds support for the spine. Lengthens the higher hip and opens the cave side well. Have a HOOT! <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< |
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Schedule of upcoming events for 2011...
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BACK CARE CLINIC this Saturday, Nov. 12!!!
at Yoga Among Friends in Downers Grove
Once per month, Saturdays, 2:30 - 4:30 pm
Cost $35, preregistration required (call Yoga Among Friends)
This series will focus on the entire spine, and then end in December on a Full Moon with Restorative poses to heal the spine!
Nov. 12 and Dec. 10
(Note: the November date was changed from the 19th to the 12th...)
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Yoga for Scoliosis classes at Yoga Circle are now shown on YOU TUBE!!!
That's right, Yoga Circle classes are recorded for viewing on You Tube. Type in youtube.com into your browser, then search: YogaCircleChicago's Channel, then the home page comes up. In the uploads box, click on "search all" and look for all of the class sequences for Gabriel's classes (where I assist) and my Yoga for Scoliosis classes. Now you have NO EXCUSE for missing practices, since you can view the sequences here and practice with them. This is another great reference for you to check out!
Come to my classes there and YOU may get your 15 minutes of fame via a photo in a pose! (only if you want to...this is not required)
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ONGOING YOGA FOR SCOLIOSIS CLASSES
at Yoga Circle in Chicago
Thursdays from 12:30 - 2 pm
Saturdays from 9:30 - 11 am
Classes suited for all levels, teens to adults.
Call DL to schedule a preclass private to assess your scoliosis, history, pain issues and curve pattern. November Newsletter Assessment Special: $80 for 1 hour session!
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GENTLE CLASS
at Yoga Among Friends in Downers Grove
Mondays, 8:30 - 9:45 am
For all levels, all body types, scoliosis and back care students welcome. A gentler practice using props to get the most out of your practice. A great way to begin your week!
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YOGA FOR SCOLIOSIS 6 WEEK SERIES at Yoga Among Friends in Downers Grove
Session 2 (already underway): Nov. 1 - Dec. 14 (no classes 11/22, 11/23) 2012 class dates coming soon! Tuesdays or Wednesdays 6:30 - 8 pm, $90 for 6 week session Preregistration and prepayment required. Call DL to schedule a pre-class private assessment of your scoliosis, history, pain issues and curve pattern. November Newsletter Assessment Special: $80 for 1 hour session! .................................................................................... YOGA PRIVATE SESSIONS AT ALL LOCATIONS Schedule a private session with DL. Learn to work with a specific ailment, pain, back issue, Scoliosis, MS, and more, or just to deepen your practice. These sessions are one on one. Learn how to take that practice into your daily life. Private sessions are $100 for an hour and a half. ............................................................................................ ***Check out my Website for my regular classes and workshop schedule for Yoga, Yoga for Scoliosis, and Yoga for Back Care***
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nancy Desert Lizard heraty
3640 Prairie Avenue
Brookfield, Illinois 60513
708-404-9642
lizardwocw@comcast.net |
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