Newsletter August, 2015
In this issue:
Amazingly effective neck stretches
 Neck stretches
Stress relief or stress management is perhaps one of the most common reasons why people join a yoga class. In addition to the mental and emotional suffering caused by stress, most people tend to feel its physical manifestation in the form of pain or discomfort in the neck and shoulder area. I am pleased to present a video demonstration of a few simple stretches that will bring relief to your tensed up neck muscles.
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Strengthen the back with Shalabhasana (Locust Pose)
 Locust - desert
Shalabhasana (Locust Pose) - शलभासन - is a beginner level back-bending pose, which is normally practiced along with a couple of other back-bending poses like the Dhanurasana (Bow Pose) and Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose). Even though the basic version of the pose is relatively easy to practice, it still offers excellent benefits for the health of the spine.
The word "shalabha" in Sanskrit means a locust. In the final position the pose roughly resembles a locust (grasshopper) - hence the name. I hope you will enjoy practicing with the video demonstration.
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Excellent stretch for hamstrings – Parshvottanasana (Intense side stretch)
 Parshvottanasana (intense side stretch)
Parshvottanasana (पार्श्वोत्तानासन) (standing side stretch) is a beginning to intermediate level pose which is great for the health of the legs as well as the spine. It provides an excellent stretch for the entire back side of the legs, hamstrings in particular. I hope you will enjoy practicing with the video demonstration
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Bring balance to your life with Nadi Shuddhi Pranayama (Alternate Nostril Breathing)
 Nadi Shuddhi Pranayama
Also known by the names "Naadi Shodhanam" or "Anuloma-Viloma", Naadi Shuddhi (नाडी शुद्धि) is one of the most commonly practiced pranayama techniques in yoga. The word "naadi" means "nerves". In fact, in yoga the term naadi is applied to psychic channels associated with the flow of prana (vital life force). The words "shuddhi" or "shodhanam" both mean "cleansing" or "purification". So the term "naadi shuddhi" literally means cleansing of the subtle nervous system. A clean naadi system allows free flow of prana which helps bring more vitality and energy to the system.
I hope you will enjoy practicing with the video demonstration.
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Upcoming Events
14-day Ashtanga-Vinyasa Intensive with Jessica Vyas
 Hanuman pose
- What: 14-day Ashtanga-Vinyasa Intensive with Jessica Vyas
- When: Monday, August 10- Sunday, August 23, 2015
- Time: 6:00 – 7:30 AM
- Location: 4000 Bearcat Way, Suite 102, Morrisville, NC 27560
- Fee: $140
$20 discount for
- those who have attended the Ashtanga morning intensive previously
- full-time students
- those who are 50 yrs +
- To register: fill out the registration form, providing information in all the fields, and submit it online
- Contact: Jessica Vyas, ph: (919) 389-5527; email: jessicavyas@gmail.com
8-week Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga starts Wednesday, August 5
- What: Ashtanga-Vinyasa 8-week session with Jessica Vyas
- When: Every Wednesday, starting August 5, 2015
- Time: 6:30 – 8:00 PM
- Fee: $80
- Location: 4000 Bearcat Way, Suite 102, Morrisville, NC 27560
- To register, contact: Jessica Vyas, ph: (919) 389-5527; email: jessicavyas@gmail.com
Workshop on Kundalini, Naadis and Chakras (part 1)
- What: Kundalini, Naadis and Chakras (part 1)
- When: Third Saturday of the month
- Next Session: Saturday, August 15, 2015
- TIME: 1:15 - 3:15 PM
- LOCATION: Integral Yoga Studio, 4000 Bearcat Way, Suite 102, Morrisville, NC 27560
- FEE: by voluntary donation
Yoga in the News
Ludington woman, 103, says yoga is key to her longevity
Meet this amazing woman in a news video.
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Wounded veteran inspires the masses as a yoga instructor
A heroic Iraq war veteran who lost both legs after a bomb turned his truck into a ball of flame is serving as an inspiration to others, teaching yoga in the city and across the country.
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Have a question/suggestion?
If you have a yoga-related question, please write to me and I would do my best to provide an answer in a timely manner. I would love to hear your suggestions for future newsletter articles.
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