Breath and Body Yoga

Since closing the studio I have dedicated much time to the Bouldin Creek Neighborhood Association. We’ve cleaned parks, creeks, met with mayoral candidates and even city council members. I am so honored to celebrate Ricky Guerrero Park. This park has taken us 3 years to clear and clean. Now I get to teach yoga on Saturday mornings at this amazing place I call home. Please join me starting Saturday mornings in August from 8:30-9:30 am at Ricky Guerrero Park for free family yoga. Bring your mat, towel and water and let’s have a great time together.

I love practicing in small studios. There’s a charm and intimacy that allows a surrendering. This studio probably fits 10-12 students. Great Sunday morning practice with these large windows.

That’s right. I’m back on campus teaching the Texas athletes. Yoga is for every body.

Who wants to go SUP boarding? We went out for 30m and then the lightening appeared. The water was glass, no wind and very people on the lake. So now we have a rain check. #78704

So honored to have this high school graduate take her first class from me at Breath and Body Yoga many years ago. Now’s she’s off to college. Her mother practiced at the Burnet road studio while she was pregnant with Amanda. I wonder how many people took their first classes at Breath and Body Yoga? It was an amazing place with the strong teaching, excellent teachers and dedicated students. What a gift 🎁 for 18 years.

No filter on any level. I’ve taught privates to Marilyn for over 10 years. She’s still doing drop backs and headstand. Personal privates are so much more than a just a practice. It’s a relationship. She’s now retired and continues to thrive on the mat. I’m so grateful for her and our relationship.

Thank you for these amazing photos. My homepage is beautifully updated. Looking forward to our next shoot.

Look at all these yoga books at Powel’s Bookstore in Oregon. I’ve read about 1/3 of them. How many yoga books have you read? Ready for another one?

It’s coming together slowly. But surely. My goal is to be complete by the end of August.

I love when the teacher says we are going to work Natarajasana, Dancer Pose. It’s so many poses in one. It’s a balance, a hamstring stretch, a quad stretch and let’s not forget, a back bend. Using a towel is a great way to practice lifting the chest.

Ready to up-level your life? Breathwork, meditation, and yoga are a great way to start. Private sessions available weekly. DM for details.

The article I just posted is important on so many levels. But what I love is the importance of the feet - the 4- corners and walking. Please read this, your feet health and how you press your toes into the ground can help your future health. Root down yogis!

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I have a family history of Alzheimer’s disease. I wanted to understand my own risk | CNN For the documentary “The Last Alzheimer’s Patient,” Dr. Sanjay Gupta underwent intensive testing of his own body and brain to understand his risk of dementia.

2007- Central Park, wide-legged Lululemon pants, short hair, how fun. I still love yoga as much as I did back then.

Warrior 3- the balancing warrior. This is still a tough pose for me after 27 years of practicing. But standing bends I use more muscle energy. ,

And from the darkness they rise.

Over the past 3 months I’ve moved from teaching in a studio to teaching at clients homes. One of the delights is stopping for tea in between sessions. I used to continue to work, cleaning, laundry, etc. But now, I exhale and sip tea.

This week I acquired a new private client. She literally had a Drs note. It stated “Breath and Body Yoga” and also listed the poses I needed to teach her. Our first session went well. I am amazed the level of knowledge of this doctor on yoga. Wish we had more drs prescribing yoga. I know the HSAs pay for it now.

It’s so fun to practice with family and friends. They definitely push me harder.

I embarked on another transformative journey in Bali, beginning at the Pyramids of Chi. Engaging in meditations, breathwork, and light therapy was genuinely life-changing. Today marks the launch of their new website, featuring online courses, sound therapy sessions, and a platform for community connection. I wholeheartedly endorse these courses and online resources. Dedicate time to yourself. Embrace healing. Experience transformation and flourish. Remember, life is precious and deserves to be lived to the fullest.

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During my first yoga class in Bali, I joined a session with a local instructor at the Yoga Barn. As I settled onto my mat at the front, I couldn't shake those familiar pre-class jitters that always seemed to accompany trying out a new studio, especially in a foreign country. Thoughts raced through my mind: What would I learn here? Would this class be any good?

Just as I was lost in my own thoughts, another yogi rolled out her mat beside me, and before I knew it, we were both diving into the practice. My body was still stiff from the long 30-hour plane rides in economy class, not to mention the 14-hour time difference messing with my internal clock. But I've always believed in the power of yoga to bring balance.

As we started focusing on our breath, I felt the tension easing from my mind. And as the class progressed, I couldn't help but notice the woman next to me moving through each pose with such grace and fluidity—it was like watching poetry in motion. Her practice moved my spirit.

At that moment, it hit me: this wasn't just about yoga poses. It was about leveling up every aspect of my life. And right there, in that humble yoga studio in Bali, I knew I was exactly where I needed to be.

Nuturish was Nurture’s You. The trip to Bali was the spiritual awakening I needed on every level. One of my new practices is a daily meditation. When I wake up in the morning, no need to check my phone for text messages or news. I take 20-30 minutes for myself. It’s a check- in, it’s a mediation. I invite everybody to start something new. The eclipse is a perfect time to create a new pattern, to reset and discover the beauty of presence with meditation.

It’s good to be home. Happy Easter everyone.

Ive recorded new classes in Bali. What a beautiful place to discover peace, strength, and softness.

Still my most favorite pose. As I get older it’s more challenging to strike. Warm up is a must.

What an institution! If only we had a center in ATX with 6 yoga studios, a cafe, a hostel, a training center and classes all day that are 75-90 minutes. Just completed my first 5-class pass and going back for more.yogabarn.com #

It’s Temple time: Kuningan day – The end of the Galungan holiday. Kuningan day, that marks the end of the Gaungan holiday, is celebrated every 210 days, ten days after Galungan.
The Balinese believe that Kuningan day is the day when their ancestors return to heaven after visiting the earth during Galungan celebration.

Time for soundbath in a pyramid.

Just practiced in this amazing space 🛖. Not only are there three of these studio, the vegan cafe is heavenly, the juice bar is one of best I’ve ever had (must be the fresh produce). I feel as if I’m in yoga heaven. It’s so beautiful and peaceful.

🌟 One month post-Breath and Body Yoga closure update! 🌈 Here’s a glimpse into what’s been keeping me busy:

1️⃣ Created 15 fresh yoga videos for our library! 🧘‍♀️ Excited to share these new practices with you all.

2️⃣ Bali-bound! ✈️ Trip booked and ready for some much-needed adventure and relaxation.

3️⃣ Proudly serving as the Community and Events Chair for BCNA! 🏡 Exciting times ahead in the Bouldin Creek neighborhood.

4️⃣ Leveled up with certifications! 🎓 Renewed a few and now diving into new ones for continuous growth.

5️⃣ Still spreading the yoga love through private sessions! 🌟 Let’s keep the practice alive.

6️⃣ Embracing a healthier lifestyle – more practice, dog walks, and workouts! 🏋️‍♀️🐾

7️⃣ Cherishing those extra ZZZs! 😴 Because self-care includes some well-deserved sleep-ins.

Grateful for this transformative journey and looking forward to what’s next! 💫