9 September Ray Child September 9, 2013 Say Hello to Yoga Core Body, Mind, Yoga 0 Comment Our Yoga Core Series (previously called Wood) is the perfect performance-enhancing complement to your fitness practice. For years, Sunstone has helped its members improve their balance, core strength, and overall fitness with this unique class, and now we're taking it to the next level! It's still the great blend of Pain-Free Yoga™, Pilates, and resistance stretching that you know and love--but with a few twists. So what's changed? - Updated language. The Yoga Core concepts are important and subtle, and can confuse new students (or even experienced practitioners!). We've changed some easily misunderstood phrases and terms to be more accessible. For example, you won't hear anyone talking about "20% effort" anymore. Don't worry, your favorite reactivation exercises like Strong Pigeon and Strong Wind Relieving aren’t going anywhere! They've just been repackaged. Even someone who has been taking Wood for years can gain new insight from the updated wording. - New Sequence The revamped order is designed to energize you right from the start of class, and keep the energy flowing. Periods of high intensity are broken up--sometimes with "reset" postures like a quick Cat or Bridge, and sometimes in sets (we no longer do all 96 crunches at once!)--to keep you from fizzling out. Your mind and body will stay engaged from start to finish. - New postures. Craving variety? Even a classic sequence like Wood can use a little spicing up every now and then! In addition to all your old favorites, look for new additions like Bridge Figure 4, Dynamic Standing Glute Raises, and more. It's a great chance to put all the strength you've built in the rest of class into action. The updated Yoga Core series is coming to Sunstone studios everywhere on September 7th, 2014. Try it out and let us know what you think! Related Articles Who Does Yoga? – Breaking Through Dallas’ Hot Yoga Myths Yoga has been around for thousands of years, but it’s still a very misunderstood form of exercise in America. Misconceptions about yoga, most especially Dallas hot yoga, are still, (sadly) widespread in the West. Here are a few of the most far-reaching yoga myths. You have to be in perfect shape if you want to do yoga. Don’t Settle for “Gym Yoga” – Dallas Hot Yoga is a Cut Above Gym Yoga Do you know what the difference is between “gym yoga” and Dallas hot yoga? When you take a yoga class at the gym, you may get a sub-par experience that leaves you disappointed. Gym classes are designed for the broadest audience, and sometimes even taught by instructors with no certification and little experience. Yoga Tips for Beginners: What To Know Before Your First Yoga Class Yoga Tips for Beginners: What To Know Before Your First Yoga Class If you’ve been thinking about getting into shape, you may have considered taking a yoga class. Yoga can be a great way to either get in shape or maintain your level of fitness. It builds strength and flexibility while simultaneously allowing you to focus on your breathing. By practicing yoga, you learn how to control your breathing, even during some rather challenging poses. This in turn helps you in virtually every other area of your life, as it allows you to remain calm and stay in control of your emotions. Yoga also helps you become more in tune with yourself. Therefore, you have the chance to reap both physical and mental benefits of practicing it. Here are some top yoga tips for beginners: Advantages of Hot Yoga: 5 Ways Hot Yoga Helps Insomnia The advantages of hot yoga are many and varied… and one of hot yoga’s most surprising benefits is that it can alleviate insomnia. Insomnia can be caused by stress, anxiety and depression, a lack of physical activity, diet, or imbalances in body chemistry. Yoga, especially hot yoga, can address all of these concerns. Yoga Teacher Training: Transformational Learning at Sunstone Yoga Academy Is yoga teacher training right for you? Even basic yoga training can change your life. Whether you want to open your own studio or just take your yoga practice to the next level, Sunstone Yoga Academy can help you open up to the world around you. Our Yoga Academy is for people who are passionate about yoga and growing their practice—we’re not just looking for people who want to teach yoga! Yoga For Cross Training Yoga can be excellent cross-training for athletes. Hot yoga, in particular, is especially suited to a slot on your cross-training schedule. It’s a no-brainer that yoga will help keep hard-working muscles stretched and flexible while making them strong in their full range of motion. But the benefits don’t stop there! Comments are closed.