Yoga at The Solebury Club
The Yoga Connection
October 29, 2012 |
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 Namaste,
Your body is at once matter and not-matter. The matter spins around in very exact ways within relatively huge amounts of space. As science advances and we are able to look further into the matter, what we find is smaller particles of matter, spinning around very exactly, within vast space. And so it goes. Increasingly intricate patterns of movement against increasingly larger unmoving space.
But even that background of space is now known by science to have 'something' in it. One of the words used to describe that something is intelligence or awareness. Einstein used to say that the more science advances the closer it comes to what is commonly known of as 'God'. As science advances the very words the scientists use begin to sound like poetry. The concepts of science begin to match the concepts of the ancient teachings of the mystics and the masters.
The answer to the 'what' of all of this is less important than the very consideration of it. For yourself, as you do your yoga, whether it be poses, breathing, chanting, meditation, service, studies-whatever your practice in the moment- consider yourself, body and mind, as the complex patterns of matter which are really patterns of energy, and beyond energy, of awareness.
What happens when you consider yourself so?
Maureen Shortt, Yoga Director |
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Class Schedule Change - Wednesday |
 NO HOT YOGA class this Wednesday, October 31st
There WILL BE Svaroopa Yoga at 6:30pm
Happy Halloween...enjoy your evening! |
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Yoga Blankets are Washed |
 Thank you to all the club staff and the yogis who so generously helped with the yoga blanket washing this past Monday. Washing and air drying and folding 120 blankets is no small task and many factors need to align to get it done. For your amusement, the speculation among the customers at the laundromat in Doylestown was that we were from a homeless shelter.....
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Foundations of Vinyasa Yoga |
 Is your back sore? Do you feel stiff and achy?
Want to try yoga and need to take it slow?
NEW BEGINNER YOGA CLASSES
Tuesdays 6:30-7:30pm
This class is designed for people who are new to yoga, struggle with flexibility, or who want to get a good foundation for a yoga practice. This will focus on yoga basics like simple standing postures and modified sun salutes. Also includes an introduction to breath practice, meditation, and, of course, relaxation. Join Jessica Presti on the mat Tuesday nights for a early week energizer. Platinum & Gold members no charge. Otherwise check at the front desk for drop-in rate or purchase a book of classes at a reduced rate |
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NEW! Meditation Programs |
 Meditation is training your mind. In meditation, when your thoughts wander, you let them wander and simply guide your mind back to the object of your focus. This could be breath, a symbol, a mantra(specific words), a candle flame, a concept such as 'love' or 'eternity', a physical feeling such as the softening of your body, or awareness itself, or others.
You have thoughts, emotions and sensations. They are like the waves of the ocean, rising and falling. Meditation is becoming aware of the ocean itself. The waves will still be there but you will identify less with them and more with the deep calm of the ocean.
Meditation is the consistent practice of the EXPERIENCE behind the philosophy or theology or tradition. The commonality of the various approaches to meditation comes from surrendering to the direct experience of the universal reality behind each style of meditation. The difference is how that reality is experienced.
How to choose a meditation style? Consider your background and your temperament. You may want to try a few styles to choose from your own experience. For many, the connection with the teacher is important. The meditation style will give you relaxation and a sense of peace, if it is a match to you. But, oh, by the way, that relaxation and peace may be more evident out in the rest of your life than it is in the actual meditation period. Do you want to meditate daily or only in a group occasionally? Do you want spirituality included in your meditation training or do you want it to be secular? Do you want it to be about awareness itself, or do you want a specific tool to use?
Explore these 3 meditation traditions and dive deeper into the reality of Who you are:
MINDFULNESS MEDITATION involves focusing on the present moment by bringing awareness
to your thoughts and feelings with an attitude of curiosity, openness and acceptance.
In Mindfulness Meditation (also called Insight Meditation), the mind itself is the vehicle. We use
the breath, imagery, and body scans as techniques to cultivate attention.
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MORNING MEDITATION PROGRAM in the Buddhist Yogic Tradition will provide exposure and training in a wide range of meditation techniques. After learning the preliminaries of where, when and why to meditate, we will move first into tonglen practice, which uses visualization techniques to cultivate compassion and open the heart chakra.
Wednesday mornings 8:45-9:15am
LEARN TO MEDITATE with Maureen What if you had a meditation practice that drew you to it everyday? What if you reacted less to the stresses and challenges of your life? What if you lived your life more from your own inner knowing? The Svaroopa® Vidya mantra meditation practices are easy and effective, with immediate benefits. For beginning meditators, on-and-off-again meditators, and experienced meditators. Each class includes a talk, meditation training and a discussion. The training will be held on 3 Fridays: November 9, November 16, and November 30, from 6 to 8 pm. (No session on November 23 due to Thanksgiving weekend) Cost is $139. If you have done meditation training with me before your cost is only $99.
Register at the front desk. Contact me if you have any questions at maureen@wildfire-ent.com or call 215.262.1532. For more information about Swami Nirmalananda visit the website
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How Nutrition Can Help You Stay Strong |
 Throughout your life your muscles are constantly being broken down, repaired, and built back up again, as are all your tissues. To keep the balance of this process means to keep more muscle than you lose. This is important for your body shape, your weight, your strength and your immunity. Weight bearing activities are the key from the activity side. From the nutritional side protein is one of the key factors.
When you eat protein foods they are broken down into their constituent parts, called amino acids, through digestion, then absorbed into your bloodstream. This concentration of amino acids in your blood stream signals your body to produce new muscle where it is needed.
Certain factors of when and how much protein you eat affect this process. It is typical to start the day with a carbohydrate rich breakfast like cereal or a bagel, and end it with a protein laden dinner that includes chicken or fish, meat or tofu or beans, if you are vegetarian. This not ideal for muscle maintenance. As you shift some protein from dinner to breakfast and lunch you will find you remain stronger and healthier, as proteins also are used in your body for strong immunity.
How much protein should you be eating? It's a somewhat controversial question. The RDA is about 1/3 a gram-protein is measured in grams and it's always listed on labels as such-per pound of body weight. Studies have shown that as we age we actually need more protein to maintain muscles-along with activity. So those over 50 can consider eating ½ a gram of protein for every pound of body weight. If you weigh 150 pounds, eat 75 grams of protein. If you weigh 120 pounds eat 60 grams of protein. Be sure to spread your protein out through your meals.
Animal foods high in protein include chicken, meat, seafood, dairy and eggs. For those eating vegetarian use soy foods such as tofu or tempeh or soy beans themselves, like edamame or veggie burgers. Beans, nuts and seeds are also good sources, eaten as additions to soups or stews or salads or used in hummus or nut butters.
Stay strong and stay healthy, preserve your muscle, through diet and activity.
If you have a health consideration, be sure to check with your doctor before modifying your diet.
For further help contact Maureen Shortt, club Nutritionist 215.262.1532 or maureen@wildfire-ent.com |
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Yoga Book of the Month |
 Join us this month as we read
An Offering of Leaves - by Ruth Lauer-Manenti |
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Free Community Yoga Class |
 All levels welcome!
Class meets on Thursdays from 11:30am to 12:30pm in the Namaste Studio. Classes are taught by The Solebury Club Yoga teachers and recent graduates of the Teacher Training Programs.
Childcare is available |
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Namaste,
Yoga at The Solebury Club
phone: 215-794-3494
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