Athletic Wear for Yoginis with Brains

In my last post, Yoga, Sars and Something Like Crack, I explained how I’ve accepted my diagnosis as a yogaholic. But while developing this pleasant illness, I nearly became a brainless shopaholic. It’s easy to fall into America’s consumer culture even when Learn More …

Yoga, SARS, and Crack

(aka Yoga Journal Week 15) It’s been more than three months since I began pouring myself into yoga. I’ve learned a lot since then, particularly about my body and managing my own expectations. I had this silly idea that I’d take photos Learn More …

3 Wierd Ways That Yoga Changes Your Perspective On Everyday Stuff

(a.k.a Yoga Journal Week 3)  During my first few weeks of yoga classes in Alpharetta, I learned three lessons superficial lessons that are actually quite deep. Make your guyan mudra and soak up this wisdom. Lotion is not your friend. I’m a lotion Learn More …

Yoga Journal: Week 2

I’m participating in #blossomingyogis on Tumblr. It’s been an interesting journey. It’s great to see others practicing yoga at different ability levels. The wonderful ladies hosting the blog are @sassyyogi, @nivueniconnue, @donutyogi, @tothemarathonandback, and @bendyrae. They’re quite advanced so they’re Learn More …

Yoga Journal: Week 1

I’m starting a yoga journal to encourage others to pursue their interest in yoga! I use to gawk at photos on Instagram and Tumblr, becoming simultaneously encouraged and disheartened. I wanted to get in tune with my body, find inner rest, and Learn More …

Nutrition: helping your body repair

Any athletic venture–or general healthy lifestyle for that matter-is supported by good nutrition. It doesn’t matter if you’re training with an Olympic champion as your coach in a facility encrusted with gold. If your body doesn’t have what it needs Learn More …