Category Archives: OM-WORK

OM-Work: Yoga for Knitters

Posted on April 12, 2012 by

Alternate title for this post? “Yoga for anyone who works with their hands, types on a computer, or needs to stretch out their wrists.” Today’s OM-Work features a set of stretches that are great for releasing the wrists.  And, thanks … Continue reading →

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OM-Work: Shoulder Strengthening and Opening

Posted on March 20, 2012 by

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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OM-Work: Supported Fish

Posted on February 27, 2012 by

Hunch-asana.  Computer-asana.  Schlump-asana.  All poses that make regular appearances at Mala Yoga. Sad face. In today’s OM-Work, take two minutes and reverse the action!  Ironically enough, you won’t even have to leave your desk chair. Angela (surprise!) has more. Click … Continue reading →

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OM-Work: Side Stretching

Posted on January 24, 2012 by

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

Posted on January 19, 2012 by

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 →

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OM-Work: Legs Up the Wall

Posted on November 25, 2011 by

You did it! The turkey got cooked, the family came and went, and the dishes are clean and put away (hopefully). In today’s OM-Work, take two (or five!) minutes for yourself for today’s delicious and restorative assignment. Christina has more! … Continue reading →

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OM-Work: Twists

Posted on November 24, 2011 by

Happy Thanksgiving! We want to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday. For those with big meal plans, take a few minutes and twist! Twisting is a great way to combat some of the effects of a big meal. Christina … Continue reading →

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OM-Work: Downward Dog and Forward Bends

Posted on November 23, 2011 by

Thanksgiving is almost here! Traveling, cooking, family – it can be a lot.  We’ve set up a few ways to continue your practice when you can’t get to the studio, and stay grounded during this busy time of year! Angela … Continue reading →

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