Video: (Remake) Yoga for Balance & Strength

aka Yoga for Roller Derby Goddesses!

This is a remake of this sequence. Already uploaded on YouTube in 2 installments- here is the video in it's entirety. :o)


Or view it here: Yoga for Balance & Strength

This sequence is designed to practice balance and build strength.
It may not be appropriate for everyone- please talk to your doctor before starting ANY exercise program. This practice is meant to be strong & challenging.

As you practice this sequence- really really bring your awareness to maintaining your smooth even breath throughout the practice. Over and over and over again.

In poses- listen to your breath- if its becoming ragged and shallow- back out of the pose a bit or come out of the pose, re-establish your smooth even breath then go back in. With practice you'll find yourself getting stronger and able to maintain a smooth steady breath thru the entire practice. Start with a couple reps and add more. While staying in postures- begin where you are, as you continue to build strength stay for more breaths... Catch my drift?!

In each balance posture- fix your gaze softly on a non-moving object to help maintain balance. If you're on your knees balancing- let your focus fall on your mat in front of you. If you're standing balancing- let your focus fall on the horizon in front of you. Don't look away- maintain that gaze- it's just one more way to minimize distraction around you enabling you to become more focused on your breath & on the balance. Want more challenge? Close your eyes.

Every day balance will look different- don't let that frustrate you- let it empower you! Always honor your body- using adaptations as needed.
For standing postures- use a chair or the wall.
For kneeling postures- begin raising only the leg, once you build strength & that's easy- then add lifting both the opposite arm/ opposite leg.

Any questions about adaptations or the practice- Please let me know!

Now offering 6 week e-Course: Develop Your Personal Yoga Practice!
New 6 week e-Course for Chronic Pain Management coming January 2012!
Guided Meditations & Videos now on iTunes & online at Podomatic!

Keep inspired and focused - Find me on Facebook & Twitter!

Return to Your Breath!
^o^

PS- Only 3 spots left for YE for Chronic Conditions 1st Annual Winter Urban Retreat in Seattle, Wa. January 2012! Give yourself the greatest gift of all- Whole Well Being & Empowered Living!

Podcast: Tx (Treatment) Meditations

I wanted to revisit this video. Recently several students have requested practices they can do while in treatment. Also, when it was first recorded on YouTube the sound was suuuuuper low. Here is the remake of the video and practice for Treatment Meditations. Enjoy! 

Watch below or you can watch it here.

YE for Chronic Conditions 1st Annual Urban Retreat Jan. 14, 2012!

Yoga Empowered for Chronic Conditions

1st Annual Urban Retreat: Day of Mindfulness & Yoga

Saturday January 14, 2012
10:00am – 4:00pm
at
the Good Shepherd Center
Seattle, Wa.

Retreat is one of the most enriching, enlivening 

and affirming things you can do. 

Join me once a year for this special treat! 

This Retreat is being held for YE for Chronic Conditions students!

Open to new, old and current students.  
All students must be able to get to & from the floor without assistance.

We will be spending the day in silence, practicing mindfulness meditations, 

gentle asana, pranayama and more.

Practice techniques we've learned in class and some new ones.

Learn useful techniques to help manage energy levels & enrich your spirit!

Since it's the first Yoga Empowered Urban Retreat and the New Year 

we will be utilizing the time to recommit to our self care, 

our well-being and to refilling our wells.

                                                                                        
 

Tentative Schedule:

10:00- 11:15am

Opening Ceremony
Asana, pranayama and meditation.
 

11:15- 11:30am

Break
 

11:30- 12:30pm

Mindfulness Mini Practices.

12:30- 1:30pm

Silent Mindful Lunch.

1:30- 2:45pm

Tea & Chocolate meditation.
Asana & Yoga Nidra Practice.
 

2:45 - 3:00 pm

Break
 

3:00 - 4:00 

Closing Practice & Ceremony


As always,
you will be encouraged to meet yourself where you are
and to practice accordingly.
All students must be able to get to & from the floor 
without assistance.

Limited to 20 students.  

 $65

1 spots has opened up as of 
January 7th! 
Contact me directly at 
yogaempowered@live.com to 
register!

You will need to bring your yoga mat, a blanket or 2, 

plus any props you desire. 
Chairs and Tables will be provided. 
Bring your own healthy bagged lunch & snacks. 
Hot water, tea and drinking water provided.  



 I'm so thrilled to be able to offer this Urban Retreat at
the Good Shepherd Center!
This historic building has so much character & feeling- 
I fell in love as I first drove into it's courtyard. 
There are plenty of areas to explore and it's a definite RETREAT from the city. 
It feels like you're on a grand estate... 

Upon paid registration- 
you will receive more information.


I am offering one full scholarship and 
2 half scholarships for this Retreat 
for students with limited income and unpaid medical bills. 
- As of 10/7/11- 
All 3 scholarships have been awarded.

Please don't hesitate to contact me with questions or concerns. 
I'm very much looking forward to this once a year Practice! 
Hope to see you there! 

Return to your Breath. 
^o^
Suz 






Cancellation Policy for Retreat

• 14 or more days prior to Retreat = Full Refund (minus $3 fee if paid with credit card)
• 7 to 13 days prior to Retreat = Class Credit
• Within 7 days (1 week) prior to Retreat = No refund or class credit
• If Yoga Empowered cancels the Retreat, a full refund will be issued.