Ah...the dog days of summer of summer have arrived in the Tetons. According to Ayurveda, the sister science of yoga, the summer season is associated with the elements of fire and water, otherwise known as the Pitta dosha. These subtle qualities help control metabolism and can sometimes cause us to overheat. If these qualities are in excess, either from internal or external means, it can aggravate the Pitta dosha and cause imbalances like sunburn, acne, diarrhea, anger, jealously, and exhaustion.
Some tips to help find balance this time of year are to eat cooling, hydrating foods, like cucumber, greens, watermelon, sprouts, etc. Eating seasonal food is also a good way to help find balance. Other tips include avoiding intense exercise during mid-day usually between 10am and 2pm, avoiding over-exposure to the sun, and wearing light colored clothing like white and blue since those colors reflect sunlight. Practicing calming yoga styles and postures are also great tools to find balance and help with burnout. Restorative yoga can help you to slow down, be present, and find a balance from the frenetic pace of summer activities.
This Sunday afternoon (July 26), I will be teaching another restorative yoga class at Balance Studios in Victor (the 4th Sunday of the month from 4:30-5:45pm). The next summer restorative class will be August 23. We'll begin class with gentle movement, followed by longer restorative postures using props and blankets. All-levels, including pre and post-natal are welcome! You may use your class punch card or drop-in for just $12. Please register in-advance, if possible here (pay at the studio with either cash or check or use your class punch card).
I am also teaching "Core Yoga" at Balance Studios on Friday mornings from 9am-10am. This all-levels yoga class, set to music, focuses on strengthening your core and incorporates Pilates and Barre exercises, all while integrating your body, mind, and breath.
Many thanks to you and enjoy the rest of the summer!
Some tips to help find balance this time of year are to eat cooling, hydrating foods, like cucumber, greens, watermelon, sprouts, etc. Eating seasonal food is also a good way to help find balance. Other tips include avoiding intense exercise during mid-day usually between 10am and 2pm, avoiding over-exposure to the sun, and wearing light colored clothing like white and blue since those colors reflect sunlight. Practicing calming yoga styles and postures are also great tools to find balance and help with burnout. Restorative yoga can help you to slow down, be present, and find a balance from the frenetic pace of summer activities.
This Sunday afternoon (July 26), I will be teaching another restorative yoga class at Balance Studios in Victor (the 4th Sunday of the month from 4:30-5:45pm). The next summer restorative class will be August 23. We'll begin class with gentle movement, followed by longer restorative postures using props and blankets. All-levels, including pre and post-natal are welcome! You may use your class punch card or drop-in for just $12. Please register in-advance, if possible here (pay at the studio with either cash or check or use your class punch card).
I am also teaching "Core Yoga" at Balance Studios on Friday mornings from 9am-10am. This all-levels yoga class, set to music, focuses on strengthening your core and incorporates Pilates and Barre exercises, all while integrating your body, mind, and breath.
Many thanks to you and enjoy the rest of the summer!
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