Classes this month:

Classes will be at Central Ave Beach

*We are taking our classes back to the beach. Many of you are missing the beauty of the water, the sounds of the waves, the ocean life and soft breeze on our faces. So grab your towel and water and meet me at the beach!

January 7th 9 am - Central Ave Beach

January 14th 9 am - Central Ave Beach

January 21nd 9 am - Central Ave Beach

January 28th 9 am - Central Ave Beach

January 7th will bring us our first class of the new year.   Join us on as we   breathe our way through class as we decide what to hold onto and what we can leave behind. What is your intention for 2023? Join us for our first class in the new year as we calm our minds and relax our bodies. We will focus on breathing techniques that will decrease our anxiety and increase our energy. We will savor every breath inhaled & exhaled as we move purposefully through our stretches and postures. We will end class with a most relaxing savasana as we melt into our mats.

2023!!

Do you really know who you are???

GET TO KNOW YOURSELF

So many of you tell you for feel fatigue, bloated, brain fog, constipated, achy.... and so much more. I did too and that why I did this test. I did the Everlywell Food Sensitivity test and found out that I had sensitivities to 3 different foods including something I frequently ate. You may not know it but food may be responsible for some of your ill feelings. The more you know, the more you can better help yourself. They even have tests specialized for Women only and Men only. So start your year off right and get to know yourself a little better. This link below is specific to an additional 30% off, WOW, so make sure you use the link below. You can also forward this email to your friends so they can enjoy the discount too!

"Sankalpa"

Set your Sankalpa for 2023

Sankalpa is your heartfelt intention. An intention is a short word or phrase that we create and repeat to bring about positive change in ones life. It is not a goal.  How do you want to be in the world? How do you want others to see you? Your intention should be a statement of truth. There is so much to discover about ourselves and each other through questioning our intentions and our expectations. Your "sankalpa" is private to you and typically not shared with others. *If you need help digging deep for that positive change, you can reach out and we can work together to create you own personal intention.

How do you know your yoga practice is working??

1. You start to care increasingly less about what other people can do with their bodies. We focus more on ourselves and accept where we are in the process.

2. You begin to realize it is not about the asana, but more about the opportunity for self inquiry

3. You notice you become more present and less reactive in your day-to-day life.

4. You don't look at others and compare yourself during class. You realize you are there for you.

These are just a few. Yoga changes us but sometimes its hard to see because the changes are gradual. We change physically and mentally with a consistent practice.

Practice yoga once a week, change your mind

Practice yoga twice a week, change your body

Practice yoga everyday, it will change your life

Inspiration Bracelets

&

Book

If you need an idea for your 2023 intention then this is for you. Grab an inspirational bracelet that will help you remember your intention every day. Whether you wish to bring more gratitude, kindness, strength or presence into your life, this bracelet will remind you. I will start bringing them to all of our classes. This also makes a perfect little gift.

January Dextox

When January hits we all start thinking about detoxing our bodies from all the holiday treats we have been eating. I am going to share some tips to help get us back on the right track.

The art of detoxing is taking things slowly. The goal is to be consistent with your diet and keep the changes small and one at a time. This way it will be more sustainable for you. Some simple ideas to help you start:

• sip on more water, all day long (you can add a little lemon or ginger)

• make more smoothies or juices

• swap our white bread for sourdough

• try to eat plant based (plants are anti-inflammatory and can reverse disease)

• eat more quinoa - its packed with nutrients and protein

• limit dairy

• Don't eat after 6 pm

• eat your larger meals for breakfast and lunch - keep dinner light

• exercise

• meditate - 10 minutes a day, it helps in clearing your mind and making good choices

Give it a try!

Recipe of the month

Healthy Gluten Free Cookies

(this is for all of you with that abdominal bloating and discomfort; try gluten free)

Food is Medicine

Let's talk Garlic: Your must-have ingredient for winter wellness. As we continue to battle viruses you can add this to your diet for a little health boost. For more than 4,000 years, garlic has been used as medicine for many types of ailments. These include digestive and respiratory problems, fatigue, bacterial infections, toothache, arthritis and heart disease.

*A 2020 research review published in the journal of Medicine found that multiple studies have found that garlic intake is associated with less incidence of colorectal cancer.

*Garlic has been known to have antibiotic properties and used to help treat numerous non-life threatening infections.

*Some of the more recent research shows HUGE benefits to those who have any risk for heart disease. Check out the link to the study below.

https://academic.oup.com/jn/article/136/3/741S/4664305

Asana Clinic

Childs pose "Balasana"

one of my favorites

Child's Pose or Balasana is a resting posture, it is a foundational yoga posture that reminds us that stillness can be just as valuable as action. For some people, this can be a challenging posture especially if you have tight hips, knees and shoulders. This posture activates the relaxation response and deactivates the stress response. It helps stretch the lower back, thighs and ankles. For some, this posture can relieve headaches and migraines.

Start by kneeling on the floor, big toes touch and knees separate. On your exhale, forward fold, lay your torso down between your thighs. Tuck your chin slightly. Walk your hands out in front of you or reach back towards your feet and allow the arms to rest on the floor along your side.

Stay in the posture from 30 seconds to a few minutes. If your head does not reach the floor, use a block for support. Experiment with the width of your knees to create more comfort.

Location Update

Social Media

I frequently post updates, class photos, and health and wellness information on my social media. You can find me on Facebook and Instagram (shawnking.yoga). There are also links to my social media on the website at the bottom of the page. This is a great way to connect and ask questions.  

Stay healthy and well and hope to see you

on your mat soon,

Namaste

Shawn