Simple. But not always easy.

Simple. But not always easy.

Now don't get me wrong, sometimes simple can be easy. And that's great. And sometimes there is a place for complexity as well. But the simple, the simple is available. Accessible. And when noticed and practiced regularly, the simple can support us in coming back to center. Back to what's true.

3 Ways My Yoga Practice Supports My Cross-Training

3 Ways My Yoga Practice Supports My Cross-Training

We all come to yoga for many different reasons, yet there is also no denying that our yoga practice has a way of influencing and enhancing every aspect of our lives. Here are a few ways that my yoga practice supports my cross-training, beyond flexibility & range of motion.

10min. Guided Practice for Self-Care & Loving-Kindness

10min. Guided Practice for Self-Care & Loving-Kindness

Space for you to check in & recalibrate along with a practice of loving-kindness to carry with you into your day. This is a 10-minute, guided, and seated practice that includes some really gentle movement, a few rounds of breath work, and closes with a metta meditation.

Breathing for Beginner's Mind: Ujjayi Pranayama

Breathing for Beginner's Mind: Ujjayi Pranayama

Anchor your attention into the ebb & flow of the eternal now and open your mind to the vastness of sensations encompassed in the breath by using this foundational pranayama practice. Cultivate curiosity and embrace an attitude of open awareness.

Making A Wave: 3 Takeaways from Attempting to Surf for 30 Days in a Row

Making A Wave: 3 Takeaways from Attempting to Surf for 30 Days in a Row

While the “Make a Wave” challenge was more about raising awareness and donations for the SurfAid Programs, I also ended up learning a few things about myself, and life, from attempting to surf for 30 days straight.

Cross Training: Full-Body Strength using Long-Loop Resistance Band

Cross Training: Full-Body Strength using Long-Loop Resistance Band

This is a quick and effective full-body workout using a long-loop resistance band – a great one if you're short on time (you could also repeat the sequence for a longer workout) or if you're traveling and have minimal equipment or space.

A Hint of Salt: Reflections on Travel & Coming Home

A Hint of Salt: Reflections on Travel & Coming Home

Traveling, for me, always tends to bring with it bursts of inspiration and creativity and a heightened sense of connection to myself & the world around me. The challenge tends to be carrying this inspiration and connectivity with me as I begin treading down those familiar roads of routine that make up the map of regular, everyday living. 

Breathing for Balance: Nadi Shodhana (Alternate Nostril)

Breathing for Balance: Nadi Shodhana (Alternate Nostril)

Get grounded, clear out the clutter, and cultivate a sense of connection, balance, and harmony through this month's featured breathing technique: Nadi shodhana pranayama, also known as alternate nostril breathing.

Yoga for Surfers: Easy + Effective Pre-Surf Shoulder Warmup

Yoga for Surfers: Easy + Effective Pre-Surf Shoulder Warmup

I love this one because it’s quick, easy, and an effective way to mobilize the shoulders, fire up the core, and turn up body awareness. Helpful for surfing, before a workout, or to just begin your day! Grab a yoga strap or long-loop resistance band and check out this shoulder warmup.

30min. MFR + Gentle Movement for When You're Surfed Out and Sore (Online!)

30min. MFR + Gentle Movement for When You're Surfed Out and Sore (Online!)

Exactly like the title says, indulge in this 30-minute class that combines myofascial release (MFR) techniques with gentle movement & some mindful mobility work.

Make a Wave: September Sessions for SurfAid Support

Make a Wave: September Sessions for SurfAid Support

I’m joining the Make A Wave Challenge to help raise awareness and donations for the SurfAid programs that bring healthcare, clean drinking water, and food security to communities in remote surfing destinations.

30min. Morning Mobility + Breath Work Flow (YouTube)

30min. Morning Mobility + Breath Work Flow (YouTube)

Kickstart your morning with some feel-good mobility work paired with an invigorating-yet-grounding breathing practice, and notice how it carries you through the rest of your day. Wake up your body, warm up your joints, and get everything online and ready to support you!

Breathing for Trust: Viloma Pranayama (Interrupted Breathing)

Breathing for Trust: Viloma Pranayama (Interrupted Breathing)

Viloma pranayama is an interrupted breathing technique that teaches patience and encourages trust through the intentional interruption or pausing of the breath. This technique can also be helpful in expanding lung capacity.

Here, Now: 3 Practices to Stop Overthinking (That You Can Do Almost Anywhere)

Here, Now: 3 Practices to Stop Overthinking (That You Can Do Almost Anywhere)

I spend a lot of time in my head. Like, a lot of time. But thank goodness for this practice of yoga that has given me so many tools that help pull me out of the whirlpool of overthinking and anchor me into the magic of the now. Here are 3 practices that I use regularly!

A Hint of Salt: Slowing Down + Paying Attention

A Hint of Salt: Slowing Down + Paying Attention

To be honest, I'm kind of over hearing about how “time is just flying by,” I'm sick of saying it, too. Because really, all that means is that life is flying by, and I don't know about you, but I don't want to rush that sh*t. I mean, don’t we all know what's waiting for us at the finish line?

15min. Mindful Movement Break: MFR + Yoga using the Wall

15min. Mindful Movement Break: MFR + Yoga using the Wall

A 15-minute, mindful movement break that incorporates myofascial release (MFR) with an accessible, standing ‘Sun Salutation’ flow using the support of a wall. This practice is great to use anytime, especially to help break up your work day. Enjoy!

Breathing for Nourishment: 10min. Coherent Breathing

Breathing for Nourishment: 10min. Coherent Breathing

This slow, deliberate, and rhythmic breathing is incredibly efficient at balancing and calming the nervous system, raising heart rate variability, decreasing blood pressure, and boosting mood all while nourishing our bodies, brains, organs, muscles, and cells.

A Hint of Salt: Embodying Effortless Effort (Flow State)

A Hint of Salt: Embodying Effortless Effort (Flow State)

In positive psychology, “flow state,” sometimes referred to as “being in the zone,” is defined as “the mental state in which a person performing some activity is fully immersed in a feeling of energized focus, full involvement, and enjoyment in the process of the activity.” 

Breathing for Focus: 2+1 Breath and 10-Count Breath Meditations

Breathing for Focus: 2+1 Breath and 10-Count Breath Meditations

Breathing for focus. The one is less about control and more about mindfulness. Let’s explore two breath-counting meditations that can help you to cultivate a sense of presence, focus, and calm — strengthening your ability to be here now.

Rest, Recalibrate, Recharge: My Top 3 Tips for a Better Night's Sleep

Rest, Recalibrate, Recharge: My Top 3 Tips for a Better Night's Sleep

Let’s talk about SLEEP. We spend roughly 1/3 of our lives doing it and those (ideally) 7-9 hours each night are essential if we want to function as a human each day. But if you’re struggling with poor sleep and feeling your best each day, here are 3 tips that I’ve found helpful to promote a good night’s sleep…