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- Oscillations: A Yogic Exploration of the Brain wp.me/p1zH6Z-19O 3 days ago
- RT @RadiantBalance: Follow ur bliss and don't be afraid, and doors will open where you didn't know they were going 2 B. Joseph Campbell 3 days ago
- Prenatal Yoga: Your Second Trimester, Part II wp.me/p1zH6Z-19S 4 days ago
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Monthly Archives
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Category Archives: MORE WITH: CHRISTINA
Practice Camp, Day 4
Day 4! Alright. We’re past the hump. The end is in sight. You’re doing great! This video’s a little shorter, but it packs quite the punch. Christina is back again! In all her core-strengthening glory:
Practice Camp, Day 3
We’ve hit the hump. You might even be more tired than you were on Monday. You’re starting to feel the effects (and maybe some benefits?!) of all the hard work you’re doing. Notice how your body feels today compared to … Continue reading
A 30 Minute Basics Practice with Christina
We’re serious about aligning your summer practice! If you’re at home, on the road, or just unable to go get to class, this thirty minute practice with Christina is a great tool. Click below to get started! .
Unbundling the Heart
by Christina Hatgis I recently read a lovely book, “Unbinding the Heart” by Agapi Stassinopoulos. It was sent to me by my best friend who lives in Italy, and edited by my dear friend who lives down the road. An … Continue reading
OM-Work: Shoulder Strengthening and Opening
This is a good one. Opening and strengthening the shoulders are key to a healthy yoga practice. It’s also great if you’re rehabilitating from a shoulder injury. In today’s OM-Work, Christina takes us through a simple and easy, but super … Continue reading
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Three Days with the Five Senior Ashtanga Teachers in the USA
by Christina Hatgis Privilege, blessing, amazing, gratitude, intense practice, much laughter, new friends…are just some of the words that come to mind as I sit on the airplane back to JFK and reflect on the last four days I spent in … Continue reading
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Answering Some Teacher Training Questions
So, it’s pretty safe to say we’ve been talking about Teacher Training a lot this week. We’re super excited and are really looking forward to hearing your questions at the info session on Sunday (March 11th! 6:45pm! At Mala Yoga!). … Continue reading
So, You’re Thinking About Teacher Training
We get asked a lot about teacher training – to talk about our individual processes in becoming teachers, what’s it like, and how to know when “you’re ready.” Here’s an overview of the key points for reflection as you think … Continue reading
OM-Work: Side Stretching
Open the side waist and expand the lungs with some side-stretching in today’s OM-Work. Click below to watch!
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OM-Work: Plank Pose
Plank pose. Such a great way to build strength. If you’ve been practicing at Mala over the past few months, you may have noticed a period of time where lots of planks were held for seemingly endless amounts of time … Continue reading
