Pin it! How to do warrior 1.Wearing: Nike pants and shirt, Glyder bra. Using: The great outdoors for a mat :) — Pin it! How to do warrior 1.
Wearing: Nike pants and shirt, Glyder bra. Using: The great outdoors for a mat :)

How to do Warrior One Pose

June 17, 2014

I'm bringing it back to basics with this pose because we see it so often in yoga class and it's good to have a refresher. Basically the key with this pose is setting the foundation right. Be sure the front foot heel is in line with the back foot ankle. It feels a little awkward, but it gives a nice stretch in the back hip flexer and along the back calf. The other major key point is making sure the front knee doesn't go over the ankle to ensure the safety of your knee joint.

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Wearing: Free people bonita bra & hatha leggings c/o

How to do Reverse Tabletop Pose

June 10, 2014

This is for my people who slouch (and let's be real, that's probably the majority of us), and anybody with tight shoulders and chests (I see this a lot with weight lifters). This is reverse tabletop pose and it just might change your life for the better.

How to do Forearm Stand

May 27, 2014

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I get a lot of yoga questions asking for tips on how to do inversions - especially scorpion pose and handstand. In my opinion, the best way to build up to those super advanced poses is to start with the basics. When you feel confident in headstand, move on to forearm stand.

How to do Locust Pose A

May 22, 2014

We'll save the full (and much more challenging) version of locust pose for another day and focus on a version more appropriate for all levels. Make sure to do a little warm up and then try this pose. It really works the back body muscles.

How to do Marichyasana I

May 14, 2014

Yay! We've arrived in California and today will spend the day getting settled in. I can't wait to be unpacked and then go off in search of some good yoga. It's been far too long since my last practice! In the meantime, I'd like to share a favorite pose with you.

1. bolster, 2. eye pillow, 3. Mexican blanket, 4. cork yoga blocks

3 Ways to Use Yoga Props for Yin Yoga & A Giveaway!

May 4, 2014

I am a sucker for working up a good sweat and really challenging myself, and it's no secret that I enjoy an athletic, powerful yoga practice. Not as well known, however, is my love for yin yoga - that super slow, restorative yoga practice. It's obviously not nearly as physical as a power class (that's a serious understatement, as my yin classes usually consist of eight yoga poses, tops), but yin offers something so delicious that no amount of sweaty vinyasa can give. At the end of a good yin class, you'll all but float out of the studio, ready to tackle the next thing life throws your way. The best!