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COBRA POSE – “I RISE JOYFULLY”

Posted on June 19, 2019 by

BHUJANGASANA:Cobra Pose MANTRA: “I rise joyfully to meet each new opportunity.” Benefits: *Helps you feel relaxed and reduces anxiety *Stabilizes digestion *Stretches muscles in the shoulders, chest and abdominals *Lifts your mood *Tones the arms *Decreases stiffness in low back … Continue reading →

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Weight Loss: Is timing everything?

Posted on March 3, 2018 by

For millions of years our genes have been reacting according to our patterns of behavior.  If we keep this in mind when looking at our bodies tendency to store or use fat as as energy, it makes weight loss quite … Continue reading →

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FIVE MINUTES DAY KEEPS THE BACK PAIN AWAY!

Posted on February 6, 2018 by

Having been in the fitness industry for ten years, I can say from experience that one of the major roadblocks which impedes client’s progress is the “I don’t have enough time in the day for exercise” statement. As a firm … Continue reading →

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Day 23- 11b at PG

Posted on January 23, 2017 by

Today’s first was getting up an 11B rated climb at Planet Granite, SF.  I have only had success up to 11A routes till now.. Thanks for the push, rockstar Paul! This does a great job of breaking down Rock Climbing … Continue reading →

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Day 7 – Movement to be moved

Posted on January 7, 2017 by

Fly, Fly, Fast, Grow do not stop Do not be afraid to see all A masterful shape shifter adapts to all circumstances and situations with magic, speed and agility. Today’s First: Ecstatic Dance at the 418 project perfoming arts center. … Continue reading →

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Day 6: Majestic Manresa – Barefoot Beach Run

Posted on January 6, 2017 by

    Today’s first: Barefoot beach run on Manresa State Beach before work   Sunshine, salty air, western sandpipers – What a glorious way to start the day, my goodness. Especially after all the rain we have had here in … Continue reading →

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Day 2 – New Nature

Posted on January 2, 2017 by

Early a.m. Loop Trail Run at Pogonip Park in Santa Cruz, California Loop: Spring Trail to Brayshaw Trail to Prarie Trail to Pogonip Creek Nature Loop (hard right) to Lookout Trail back to Spring Trail *Getting Here *Enter from Spring … Continue reading →

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Day 1 of 100 Day Challenge

Posted on January 1, 2017 by

Coming into 2017 with steady balance on rocky ground!  First challenge this go around is to stand on a stability ball.  My 2017 resolution is to do one new thing a day for 100 days straight. I did this in … Continue reading →

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PADDLE BOARD YOGA CANCUN

Posted on November 19, 2015 by

We found that Adho Mukha Svanasana was one of the steadiest poses (though not easy!) to try.  Key points were to start with a wider stance then usually and to maintain a strong contact with the center of your palms … Continue reading →

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