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TWIST Tips: Five Spring Break Lifesavers from Jen Albertini and Arbonne
Our bodies go through changes along with the seasons and thank you to Arbonne for having these 5 products to help us transition to sunnier times. Not only do these products work, but they are all botancially based and created using the best of science.
TWIST Meditation: All You Need is LOVE - 24/7: Meditation Event in Portland
We are over the moon excited for the upcoming 24/7 LOVE event with Twist Yoga meditation teacher Krissy Fritz April 21st and 22nd. We're honored to be a part of such a love-fueled event. With only 50 tickets available, this will sell out fast. Get your early bird tickets now and take advantage of the discount: Get more info and buy tickets here
TWIST Tips: Spring Break Page-Turners: Betty’s Book Club
Time to pack the bags, kids, sunscreen and the perfect book! We don’t know about you, but we think the BEST books recs come from friends. We’ve turned to the experts at Brow Betty – avid readers and fun fanatics – to share their top reviews (the good, the bad and the ugly) from the Betty Book Club:
Twist Eats: Quinoa Egg Power Bites a la Kathryn Budig
Whip up a batch or two of these little suckers, and stow them away in the freezer for quick breakfast, lunch or dinner solutions.
Gluten free, high protein, and vegetarian … viola, deeeeelish!
TWIST Eats: Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Soup-a-licious
Being a gluten free, semi-vegetarian, kid friendly, low carb, high protein household, it’s hard to find a recipe that fits all the varied tastes and demands. We love the options on Skinnytaste – they are easy, fun, whole, and there’s something for all the “special” dietary needs under our roof.
TWIST Tips: 6 Tips for Staying Healthy (while still having fun) this Spring Break
Oh, Spring Break! You’ve looked forward to it, planned and then planned some more, made the travel reservations, and even bought a new bathing suit. You’re ready to let the fun begin, but don’t want to let all the pre-Spring Break ‘New Year’ intentions and hard work go down the drain.
Twist Yoga 2016 Teacher Grads - Where are they now?
What was your favorite part about Twist Yoga teacher training? I have so much favorite parts it's hard to tell, for me it was a life change experience that eventually allowed me to improve my asana practice as I learned proper alignment and safety for myself and my potential students. I also loved the focus of smart sequencing.
Featured Article about Twist Yoga Founder, Jennifer Pahl
Recently featured in the Oregon Entrepreneur’s Organization’s website as a Riding Star:
Within the Portland metro area, yoga studios are nearly as abundant as coffee shops and breweries. So if you’re in the yoga business, how do you rise above the fray? According to Jennifer Pahl, it’s all about the twist. Here, she shares her experience as founder of Twist Yoga and its sister company, Twist Your Workplace.
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.
Pumped Up Kid-Approved Breakfast
We all know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Start the day strong, and you can keep going all day long. I want to teach my kids this. Throwing a bowl of cereal at them in the morning would be the easiest, but I know that it is not the most nutrient dense and will not keep their brains and bodies working properly for too long.
TWIST Tips: I want to take my practice to the next level: Help!
Do you want to learn more about all the aspects of yoga?
Twist Yoga has you covered. From full 200 hour Yoga Alliance Certified Teacher Trainings, to workshops, to School of OM, to Mentorships and beyond, we have something for everyone.
Take a look at this easy to understand chart and start your journey now:
A note from Jennifer
Dear Twist Tribe,
As we approach our fourth year serving this amazing and inspirational yoga community, we’ve arrived at the point where we need to raise our rates for the first time. We’re proud that even as our operational costs have increased, we have not had to raise prices until now.
TWIST Tips: Help! I’m new to Twist Yoga and don’t know which class to take!
First of all – welcome! We are so thrilled to have you as part of the Twist Tribe. You have made the decision to invest time in your wellness, and take time from your busy schedule just for yourself. Sometimes, that’s the hardest part. Congratulations!
Asana LAB: The “Magic” yoga for athletes that saves your hips and hammies!
Ease lower back pain, lengthen the hamstrings and calves and open the hips in this yoga pose series from Twist Yoga teacher, Ali Matt that’s perfect for recovery. This series is an athlete’s best friend. Runners, cyclists and most traditional athletes can benefit from this easy-to-do pre- or post- workout routine.
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: Tinty’s Matcha Morning Smoothie
This beautiful and satisfying smoothie comes to us from the equally radiant new Twist Yoga teacher, Cynthia Pedraza. Once you experience one of her love-fueled classes, you’ll want to know what her secret is, too!
TWIST Eats: Nutrition and Sports
Eating before a football game is serious business. Players need to have sufficient energy to last for anywhere between 48-60 minutes. In order to do this, players must have energy in immediate reserves. Nutrition and sports go hand-in-hand to really take your craft to the next level. Well-rounded nutrient intake is vital for performance, while maintaining good health. Carbohydrates are especially key when it comes to game time.
TWIST Eats: Hydrating for Sports
Hydration is the key to good nutrition, healthy muscles, and peak performance. It reduces injuries, heat stress, and illness. Players must stay properly hydrated before, during, and after games and practices. But, how much do you really need to drink and why? And, how about sports drinks?