Deep Breath In: March 2013

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Eternal winter

As I looked at the forecast this morning, I saw that the temperatures for this weekend won't rise above 30 degrees. Okay, cruel world, I need something to save my sanity. Remembering last year's St. Patrick's Day weekend, with its temperatures in the upper 70s, is really not helping. So what's a girl to do when stuck inside on a miserably cold weekend in March? Dance!

I'm going to work up this routine for my next round of Hip Hop Hustle with MSCR, which starts on April 4. I trust that by then, we'll have shrugged off this winter malaise and the world will be ready for the sweet, sweet moves of my Hustlers. If you want in on the action, sign up online through MSCR.

Sunday, March 10, 2013

Fattest guy in the room

I have this friend, see. His name is Kevin, and he's part-dad, part-robot, part-reallycoolguy. And he decided to get healthy. I'm feeling really inspired by him, and I'm excited to walk with him on his journey. On his blog, he asked for some healthy recipes, and since I'm planning on trying a new one today, a coconut curry kale and sweet potato soup I read about in Yoga Journal, I thought I'd share it here and let all of you know how it turns out.

Also, I had to repost his Portlandia clip about pasta addicts because it's hilarious.

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Classes

Yoga Flow
Mondays beginning Sept. 9, 7-8 p.m., Kennedy Elementary

This dynamic practice coordinates breath and movement as you move through a flowing series of postures, ending with a juicy relaxation. Sign up online at MSCR, course 43079.

Yoga Flow II
Tuesdays beginning Sept. 10, 7:15-8:15 p.m., MSCR Odana.

This class is for those who have an established yoga practice and would like to continue building strength and flexibility. Modifications are always offered so that each participant feels successful. Sign up online through MSCR, course 43100.

Hip Hop Hustle
Mondays beginning Sept. 9, 6-6:45 p.m., Kennedy Elementary.

This choreographed dance class combines easy-to-follow dance moves and great music into one high-energy class. No dance experience necessary. Hip Hop Hustle is perfect for cardio training, stress relief and simply busting out your best moves! Sign up online through MSCR, course 43077.

15-15-15 Dance
Tuesdays beginning Sept. 10, 6:15-7 p.m., MSCR Odana.

This 45-minute cardio dance class combines three forms of dancing into one high-energy class. Styles may include hip hop, zumba, ballet, belly dance, and more! No dance experience necessary. Sign up online through MSCR, course 43099.

Yoga Mama
Thursdays beginning Oct. 17, 6-7 p.m., Lowell Elementary.

In this gentle prenatal yoga class, women gain the physical and mental tools beneficial to a healthy pregnancy. This class also provides an opportunity to bond with other mothers and moms-to-be. No yoga experience required; physician consent required. Sign up online through MSCR, course 43149.

Services
Yoga therapy
• Personalized therapy and yoga instruction by a registered yoga teacher
• Individualized/one-on-one programs
• Exploration of creating holistic wellness
• Private or semi-private sessions for every body
• No yoga experience necessary
• Personal care from a yoga practitioner who understands basic and traditional medicinal aspects, injury and illness, has a knowledge of anatomy and physiology, and a passion for combining modern science with ancient yogic tradition and philosophy
• Sessions can take place at your home or at Body Harmony, 237 North St., on Madison's East Side.

RATES:
$75 INTAKE AND ASSESSMENT
$65 SUBSEQUENT HOUR-LONG SESSIONS
$300 FIVE-SESSION PACKAGE, INCLUDING INITIAL VISIT

Corporate wellness
Jeanne will bring her style of dynamic, flowing yoga to your workplace to help employees relieve stress and prevent injury. She also leads meditation classes and workshops by request. Classes may take place during the early morning, at lunch or after work.

$75 PER HOURLONG YOGA OR
MEDITATION WORKSHOP
Continuing sessions negotiable.