Posts Tagged ‘Yoga’

Yoga is good–and it’s good for you! Don’t take my word for it, tho’, Stop in and visit my friends Kim and Svia at Laughing Lotus here in Anchorage.

Laughing Lotus, in addition to a full schedule of regular classes, hosts  a series of workshops. Hey, people. Branch out in your Yoga-ness. Try something new. I did! HA!

When you visit the studio, buy a square in the pool to guess the time/date/gender of Svia’s baby-to-be. In this picture, she bares all in her quest to raise money for the charity (I forget the name). Something to do with kids–I remember that part.

Win a free practice (see below)!

It’s true: a sustained yoga practice makes you a better traveler. Aside from the physical benefits, the mental practice enables me to suffer the many indignities of travel that simply are a part of the experience these days.

I love to travel–that’s clear. But getting there can be a pain in the neck. Honestly–many travelers have a lower view. HAHA. When I’m on the road, I seek out a yoga studio nearby. For the last few mornings here in Redmond, Washington, I’ve been joining them for a 6:15am practice.

It all helps me appreciate my “home” studio, Laughing Lotus of Anchorage. Svia and Kim offer classes in several different disciplines–you should drop in and try a couple of different classes to see what works best for you.

They’re located in Anchorage off of the Old Seward Highway, near 57th St. (620 E. 57th Place). Call them at (907)243-9642.

In addition to their regular classes, Kim and Svia bring in a great variety of guest teachers, as well as hosting and sponsoring a variety of events. (more…)

Our friends at Laughing Lotus are taking their yoga on the road with them! I can promise you: Yoga makes me a more flexible flyer–in more ways than one!

NOTE: You do NOT have to do the pose above in order to participate. For illustration only!! HAHA! (more…)

Don’t you love being scrunched up in a  tiny middle seat for hours while traveling on a small plane? How about the long line at security? Don’t forget long delays and tight connections. Sometimes the deck is stacked against you. How do you cope?

Sometimes only a double martini will do the trick–I’ll agree with you there. But I’ve found a regular Yoga regimen helps me navigate the nips and tucks of air travel.

My friends at Laughing Lotus here in Anchorage have a variety of regular classes throughout the week (see below for SPECIAL Solstice workshop). My favorite? Bikram Yoga. That’s where they turn up the heat and you get a real workout! But there are several other styles: Ashtanga, Forrest (heck, I don’t really know the difference), etc.

Here’s what I do know: after practice, I feel better–ready to tackle Seattle traffic or LAX or an unscheduled border crossing. (more…)

Plan now to celebrate the Summer Solstice (June 19-21) with Svia and friends at the fabulous Prince William Lodge. Ya–it makes me think of that song by the Moody Blues “Thinking is the Best Way to Travel”. All the old hippies are practicing  Yoga–and you can, too! Below–this is me striking a pose…N-O-T.

Now I travel with my own (sweaty) yoga mat so I can limber up on the road. (more…)