Running is great cardio exercise, but it can definitely take its toll on the body. This yoga asana practice is the perfect cool down to release tension and limber up those areas that have been working hard. Keep in mind that it is very normal to feel resistance in your body and that there is no benefit to pushing through pain. Listen to your body's guidance and when you feel the first hint of a stretch, recognize that as your sweet spot and breathe. Don't be afraid to make use of the support of your props. A gentle edge is much more effective that the strain of force. Yoga is not about perfection. There is no GOAL to these forms other than to feel and observe your experience. When we move mindfully and become more comfortable in our own body, we are more connected to our internal guidance and intuition. This is how yoga can help us to become better people and to live better lives. Recommended props: 2 blocks ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I'm excited to offer classes online to continue to connect with my global community. If you do feel drawn to make a contribution for this practice, please follow this link: https://paypal.me/themissingpeaceyoga?locale.x=en_US 🙏 Sign up for my newsletter to stay connected https://www.themissingpeaceyoga.com/connect-with-me 🔔 Please click on the bell to turn on post notifications! Thanks for joining me, Meghan

This movement flow is a bit different than my other yoga practices. It is a short sequence to get the blood and energy flowing in your body and I promise it will leave you feeling alive and invigorated! As always, listen to your body and don't over-do the movement. As this is a slightly quicker pace than my other practices, there is minimal detail in my guidance and I would recommend some yoga asana experience. It is SO important to remember that yoga is not just a "fitness" practice. The teachings of yoga are spiritual and include meditation, pranayama (breath-work), self-study, and moral guidelines. These tools are meant to help us live our life in a more authentic and aligned way. My hope is that my classes are only a jumping off point for you to dive deep into life-long learning. Some teachers that I've been learning a lot from recently are: Susanna Barkataki - https://www.susannabarkataki.com/ Kaya Mindlin - https://yogawithkaya.com/ Luvena Una Rangel - http://www.thecurvyyogi.com/ Constanza Eliana Chinea - https://www.embodyinclusivity.com/my-story Please check out their work, and feel free to share any resources that you would suggest in the comment section below. Recommended props: none ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I'm excited to offer classes online to continue to connect with my global community. If you do feel drawn to make a contribution for this practice, please follow this link: https://paypal.me/themissingpeaceyoga?locale.x=en_US 🙏 Sign up for my newsletter to stay connected https://www.themissingpeaceyoga.com/connect-with-me 🔔 Please click on the bell to turn on post notifications! Thanks for joining me, Meghan

This yoga flow is active and fun, exploring a variety of balancing postures through a progressive sequence. Choose this asana practice if you want to get in the flow, and challenge your abilities! Balance is not just about connecting to your centre of gravity, although that is one factor. Finding balance requires supportive breath and a present mind. It asks you to find your edge between push and pull. As you progress, you move from fear to trust. There are no successes or failures, there is only practice. Always respect your bodies requests, and use props wherever you need them. Recommended props: 2 blocks (bolster or pillows may be helpful for some students) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I'm excited to offer classes online to continue to connect with my global community. If you do feel drawn to make a contribution for this practice, please follow this link: https://paypal.me/themissingpeaceyoga?locale.x=en_US 🙏 Sign up for my newsletter to stay connected https://www.themissingpeaceyoga.com/connect-with-me 🔔 Please click on the bell to turn on post notifications! Thanks for joining me, Meghan

This accessible and effective yoga asana practice will help to open your heart and awaken your upper body. A slow moving yoga flow to balance the hunched posture that shows up so frequently in our day to day movement. Most of the world is quarantined at home (due to Coronavirus), and many of us are spending TONS of time on our computers and cell phones! To be honest, there are many activities in our life that encourage this rounded alignment. Can you feel your shoulders and chin sag forward, your upper back round, and your core collapsed? This yoga practice is the antidote, focussed on opening up the chest and shoulders. Remember to always listen to your body, and never push beyond a gentle, breathable edge. Don't be afraid to add the support of a prop! Recommended prop: block (bolster, extra mat, blankets or pillows may be helpful for some students) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I'm excited to offer classes online to continue to connect with my global community. If you do feel drawn to make a donation for this practice, please follow this link: https://paypal.me/themissingpeaceyoga?locale.x=en_US 🙏 Sign up for my newsletter to stay connected https://www.themissingpeaceyoga.com/connect-with-me 🔔 Please click on the bell to turn on post notifications! Thanks for joining me, Meghan

Join me for a gentle yoga asana flow practice that is short and sweet. A perfect movement sequence to start your day, this is sure to be the "Missing Peace" to your morning. The most common reason that I hear from students for not practicing yoga is time. In response, this offering is something easy to fit in to your busy schedule and will leave you feeling balanced and clear-headed. We will spend a few moments on each area of the body, opening space for energy to flow freely. This practice is easy to follow and accessible for most levels of students. Enjoy the sounds of the Costa Rican jungle, and a little guest appearance from a special friend! Recommended prop: none (block, towel or cushion may be helpful for some students) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I'm excited to offer classes online to continue to connect with my global community. If you do feel drawn to make a donation for this practice, please follow this link: https://www.paypal.me/themissingpeaceyoga 🙏 Sign up for my newsletter to stay connected https://www.themissingpeaceyoga.com/connect-with-me 🔔 Please click on the bell to turn on post notifications! Thanks for joining me, Meghan

This core-focused yoga practice is challenging, but also has options for modifications. We will stoke our inner fire and then enjoy a deep stretch to release tension. Awakening the energy of our core strength is essential for a safe and stable yoga practice. In Sanskrit, the term tapas refers to fiery discipline, which is at the heart of this flow class. This practice will flirt with your edges, then bring you back to a peaceful centre. My guidance is easy to follow and we will move slowly, to leave space for listening to our bodies. The soothing sounds of Costa Rica will leave you feeling blissed out! Recommended prop: block ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I'm excited to offer classes online to continue to connect with my global community. If you do feel drawn to make a donation for this practice, please follow this link: https://www.paypal.me/themissingpeaceyoga 🙏 Sign up for my newsletter to stay connected https://www.themissingpeaceyoga.com/connect-with-me 🔔 Please click on the bell to turn on post notifications! Thanks for joining me, Meghan

"The First Piece" is a strong but simple 30 minute yoga practice. Step into my beautiful Costa Rican home for a yoga flow that is sure to leave you feeling peaceful and empowered. This class is accessible and easy to follow. It is slow and mindful. Enjoy elements of strength and elements of stretch - moments of yang and moments of yin. I provide clear cues and modifications to adapt the practice to your own body. If you have sensitive knees, you may want to double up your yoga mat. Recommended prop: block ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I'm excited to offer classes online to continue to connect with my global community. If you do feel drawn to make a donation for this practice, please follow this link: https://www.paypal.me/themissingpeaceyoga 🙏 Sign up for my newsletter to stay connected https://www.themissingpeaceyoga.com/connect-with-me 🔔 Please click on the bell to turn on post notifications! Thanks for joining me, Meghan