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Check back often for our favorite recipes, asana breakdowns, tips & tricks, and plain ol’ TWIST scoop. – Namaste, friends.
How to live the 8 Limbs of Yoga in your modern life with Cynthia Pedraza
Interested in learning more about yoga than just the shapes?
Twist Yoga Online brings you a new course: The 8 Limbs of Yoga
Coming this April!
TWIST Videos: School of OM
Are you still trying to decide if the upcoming School of OM is for you? Learn a little more about what to expect here with Jennifer. Or, want to hear it straight from another grad? Check out Spring grad, Sally, and discover why she thinks YOU should enroll now!
TWIST Video: School of OM yogi interview
School of OM is a workshop series for yoga students who are interested in taking their own personal practices a little deeper. Learn about asanas, anatomy, history and philosophy and the subtle body in this 4 week program.
TWIST Tips: New Infinity Straps in the studio!
We love the new Infinity Straps we have at the studio! They are so easy to use and help make so many poses more accessible, safer and more fun! Check out this video for a home practice using the Infinity Strap (available in studio for just $20). This easy-to-use strap can be used for stretching, arm balances and aligning the shoulders to build stability and strength. You'll see them incorporated into class and available for sale at the studio!
TWIST Eats: One Day Vegan Mason Jar Meal Plan
We dig the recipe site TASTEMADE and love this easy vegan gluten free one day meal prep! Prep the night prior and be ready to take on the day with four easy recipes:
Breakfast: Berry Chia Seed Parfait
Lunch: Quinoa & Greens Buddha Bowl
Snack: Sliced Apple and Nut Butter
Dinner: Sesame Ginger Instant Noodles
TWIST Tips: Crow to Headstand Asana Breakdown with Jessica
Join Jessica Baker on Thursday, Feb. 23rd from 10:45-11:30am for a mini posture clinic and discover safe and fun ways to work into crow pose (Bakasana) and transition to headstand. It's great for beginners or those looking to transition from headstand back to crow or even in and out of side crow.
Asana LAB - Chaturanga, Upward Facing Dog, & Revolved Half Moon
Sometimes, we get to a point in our practice where we are ready to really break down our asanas and shed some light on proper alignment, and take things to the next level. Ali Matt and Jessica Baker, two of our Twist Yoga Teacher Training leaders, take individual poses and present them in a way that's easy to understand, and really feel in your body.
TWIST EATS: Grilled Peaches with Ricotta and Kelly's Jelly
Summer is in full swing. It's officially "farmers market" season, and we couldn't be more excited to try this yummy, easy and versatile recipe from local business owner and yogi, Kelly Calabria, of Kelly's Jelly. Kelly was gracious enough to tape a quick video of this delicious recipe at another local favorite, Nic & Fig's. Check out this beautiful Lake Oswego locally-owned spot for sewing, craft making and cooking class for kids and adults.
TWIST TIPS: Jen & Dede's Top 5 FAVE Summer Arbonne Products Video
Summer is here and it's a perfect time to rethink our summer beauty and wellness routines! Twist Yoga students Jen Albertini and Dede Lamont, local Arbonne District Managers, created this fun and informative video with their top 5 summer "must-haves".
TWIST Video: Ali Matt breaks down Ustrasana
A beautiful example of how Ali breaks down the key poses in one of her Small Posture Clinics. This week focused on back-bending: Camel, Bridge, Wheel, and Standing Bow.