E-Newsletter: May 2005
Has the wildness and momentum of spring swept the carpet from beneath
your feet? How amazing and important it is to rest and reassess
life’s direction amidst the surging growth of spring. Regaining
the foundation placing our feet on the ground and taking the step
forward to a new experience. The rise and rejuvenation of our collective
energy, brings forth-incredible possibilities for our lives.
News:
Richmond:
Monday May 23 there is no classes. At Yoga Nation
there are two classes added on Thursdays with David P. 5:15-6:15pm,
and intermediate 6:30-7:30pm. Tuesdays at the other location of
CFG is a kids yoga class from 4-4:45 with Christine T. All other
times are the same except Tuesday evening are at 6:30-7:30pm. Please
let us know of any feed-back regarding adding a 40+ Yoga class.
Thanks!
Vancouver:
Semperviva on Granville Island Yoga classes will
go for one more month then restart in the fall. Power 5:15-6:30pm
Body and Soul Yoga Classes are still Tuesday Power-
8:30-9:30am, Wednesdays and Fridays
Hatha flow 7:30-8:30pm.
Templeton Community Center Yoga classes will restart
in September.
Workshops in June:
Jackson Hole, Wyoming Workshop:
June 11+12 10:15-12:15pm with Natasha Grbich coming down from Vancouver
BC. Yoga and the power of positive thought for ultimate transformation.
Location is Teton
Yoga Shala (located at the Aspens behind the Westside Deli in
the Med-Tech building.
Price $50 for two days, $30 for one day.
Victor, Idaho:
1 day (2.5 hours) dynamic yoga for cellular transformation.
Bob and Alices remarkable space at the Wild
Wood Room.
Price $30. Date to be Announced.
For more info Please contact Natasha www.transformativewellness.com
and 604-202-0796
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Pose of the month:
Vasisthasana: Side Plank
Method:
1. Starting from high plank or high push-up slightly bend the knees
and plant the right arm.
2. Initiate the stacking of the hip and stacking of the ankle by
using the left hand as a stabilizer tenting it on the ground and
keeping the core body powerful and extended.
3. Navel draws toward the spine, torso is long and all joint (hips,
shoulders, knees, ankles) are stacked.
4. Left arm opens to the ceiling encouraging a lift through the
shoulders and shoulder blades.
5. Hold for 3 to 7 breaths, then return to high plank and continue
with the other side.
Modification:
When entering one may start from the ground and stack the joints
right hand is still planted on the ground and left is utilized as
a helper to engage and draw the torso extended.
Benefits:
This pose strengthens the arms and shoulders, while toning the legs
and torso. It increases core stability and integrity. |
Recipe
of the Month:
Steamed Kale Salad with Roasted Almond Tahini dressing
Chop in 2-inch chunks 1 ½ bunches kale
Slice handful of roasted almonds
Omega Dressing:
¼ cup flax oil
¼ cup olive oil
3 fresh squeezed lemons
2 tbsp. tahini
2 garlic cloves
Pinch of cayenne and paprika
Steam chopped Kale for 5-7 minutes, add roasted almonds and dressing
to taste.
Health Tip:
Benefits of Kale referenced by “Healing with
Whole Foods” by Paul Pitchford. Kale is an ancient member
of the cabbage family, it also has abundant sulfur and its juice
can be used to treat stomach and duodenal ulcers. It is an exceptional
source of chlorophyll, calcium, iron, and vitamin A during its growing
season in the fall, winter and early spring.
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