Emily Garrett Yoga

Hi Emily,
I’ve noticed in my practice whenever I am in ankle to knee pose and hold the pose and really breath into the tightness of my hips I have this rush of emotion, where tears are almost coming out.  It’s not a painful tear rather an emotion I’m unsure of. Is this a “normal” reaction?
Thanks,
Leah

Dear Leah,

Thank you for sharing your experience with us.  It is completely normal to experience emotional releases while practicing yoga.  Any yoga posture will effect not only our physical body but also our emotional body.  Emotions get stored in our bodies and as you start to … Continue Reading

Here is a recipe for a great snack that travels well.  I serve these on all my yogasurf retreats and as long as they don’t get soaked in rain water, people love them.  They actually taste even better when you accidentally spill cold brew coffee on them.

Energy Balls

You will need:

1/3 c sesame seeds

1/3 c honey

½ c plus 2 tbsp raw sunflower seeds or walnuts etc.

1 tbsp tahini (sesame butter)

1 tbsp of almond butter

1/8 salt

½ c unsweetened shredded coconut, plus an additional ¼ c … Continue Reading

Gotta question about yoga, meditation or life?  Anything coming up in your practice?  I would be happy to help. Please, feel free to post your questions in the comments section below.

My drop-in class schedule for the fall is as follows:
Sunday 4:oopm
Monday 4:15-5:15pm   Intro to Yoga (begins September 14)
Monday 5:40pm
Tuesday 12:30-1:30pm
Tuesday 5:40 pm  Yin Yoga
Wednesday 9 am
Thursday 12pm
All classes are held at Yoga Vermont at the Chase Mill except Tuesdays 12:30 pm (Yoga Vermont downtown) and Wednesdays 9 am (17 Krug Rd., Underhill Ctr).

I will also be teaching ONE last core yoga session before next spring.

Thursdays 5:30-7:15 pm September 24-October 29.  Pre-registration only.

Hope to see you in class soon.

Sunday, October 4, 2009
11am-4pm
Building Poses from the Ground Up: Teaching Alignment

Sunday, November 8, 2009
11am-4pm
Working One on One: Tools to Tailor Yoga Practices for Individuals

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