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Five Poses to Do When I’m Losing My Mind
by Steph Creaturo Beck just told me his favorite word is “poopy”. He’s also recently discovered “booger”. “I can do it” is his response to everything. Today was no different. Except he said “I can do it, poopy.” When I … Continue reading
Yoga for Runners: Special Class!
with steph creaturo thursday, may 9 7:30pm-9:00pm class cards or drop-in rates apply We’re adding an extra Yoga for Runners class this week to support those training for spring races like the Brooklyn Half-Marathon! sign up on the REGULAR SCHEDULE under … Continue reading
Every moment matters. Every mile counts.
by Steph Creaturo A few Fridays ago, this happened in my home. While playing with my son, Beckett, I smelled burning. A crackle pierced the apartment, then a huge splash of orange light reflected off the silver backsplash in my … Continue reading
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Tagged boston, every mile counts, every moment matters, just practice, just run, just show up, steph creaturo
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Oscillations: A Yogic Exploration of the Brain
HANDS UP. NOW WHAT? by Janna Leyde All through my travels and book launches and holidays I’ve had Oscillations on my mind. I feel as though I’ve left everyone standing in Tadasana—and that was weeks ago. I abandoned the column … Continue reading
Yoga for Runners: Thunderbolt Pose
Thunderbolt Pose: Skillful mindfulness amidst great sensation *Steph’s holding a special Yoga for Runners class. Thursday, April 11, 7:30-9:00pm. Class cards or drop-in rates apply. Sign up now! Earlier, we took the foot into sharp plantar flexion and the ankle … Continue reading
Yoga for Runners: Poses for Healthy Feet and Ankles
VIRASANA (HERO’S POSE) by Steph Creaturo If you run, you know what a beating your feet and ankles take on a regular basis. It’s easy to take the workhorses of the body for granted – that is, until something goes … Continue reading
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Tagged mala yoga, steph creaturo, virasana, yoga for runners
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Spring into Spring Mini-Retreat
with angela, steph, and christina thursday, march 21 9:30am – 2:00pm $125 If you’ve ever been on retreat with Mala Yoga, you know it’s a pretty special experience. It’s not only an opportunity to travel to a beautiful, far-off land, … Continue reading
Five Poses You Need to Know That are Just All Around Good for You
by Steph Creaturo Do you ever sit on your yoga mat at home or in the gym and wonder what to do next? Or, not have time for a 60 or 90 minute class, but want to practice with the … Continue reading
Five Poses for the Beginning of Running Season
The spring running season is moments away! We can feel the blush of spring occasionally. We leave one layer at home for our daily run as the heat of the sun brushes a bit warmer against our cheekbones. Spring races … Continue reading
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Tagged five poses, mala yoga, running, steph creaturo, yoga for runners
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Three Great Ways Yoga Builds Arm Strength
by Steph Creaturo Arm strength in yoga is important. I remember my first thousand yoga classes where Down Dog tuckered out my arms pretty darned quick. We spend a lot of time turning our hands into our feet and our … Continue reading
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Tagged steph creaturo, mala yoga, plank, arm strength, building strength, dolphin dives, forearm plank, forearm dog
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