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One Tough Teacher – Zelda The Dog
One Tough Teacher – Zelda The Dog Towards the end of 2017 I was instinctually guided to create space in my life. What for? Well, that remained to be seen. I knew it would be a time of learning, a deeper dive into all things yoga, mindfulness, as well as my newest obsession Human Design.…
Half Moon || ARDHA CHANDRASANA
Half Moon || ARDHA CHANDRASANA ARDHA || half CHANDRA || moon ASANA || Posture Primary Purpose of Half Moon || Strengthens the standing leg, stretches the hamstrings and groin, challenges balance, and stimulates proprioception Benefits of Balancing Half Moon Strengthens feet ankles knees back core Stretches groin hamstrings calves Tones lateral muscles of the spine and legs Develops…
How I Chill Out – Meditation Gardens In Encinitas CA
Meditation Gardens Check out one of my favorite places in Southern California -The Self Realization Fellowship and Meditation Gardens in Encinitas. Located on the cliffs overlooking the pacific ocean, the place offers a canopy and refuge from the sun, spectacular views and benches to sit in dynamic stillness. Soften your eyes or invite them to…
We’re Moving – Our Home In Oceanside CA
We’re Moving – Our Home In Oceanside CA It’s true – we’re moving! See my current home and the reason why we are moving. This shack by the beach was our first home in Southern California. We will miss it but we are moving even closer to the Pacific Ocean and we couldn’t be more…
Lateral Angle / Parsvakonasana
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Impromptu Date Night
Impromptu Date Night A night out in Carlsbad California. Includes the new spot Taste Of The Himalayas, Gaia Gelato (fav), Vinaka Cafe, and Ready Player One showing. Video captured and edited by my talented husband Brian Barnhart Jr. Subscribe to his channel FunnkAsFek for a dose of hilarity.
Monthly Morning Yoga With Ilona Social
Monthly Morning Yoga With Ilona Social [flo_testimonials categories=’roof-top-yoga’ nr_posts=’10’] Excited to announce morning roof top yoga is back and here to stay! The terrace on SpringHill Suites in Oceanside conveniently overlooks the Pacific Ocean and is perfect for this morning get together. Join fellow local yogis in greeting the day with a 45 minute yoga…
Vinyasa Yoga Flow
Vinyasa Yoga Flow A twenty minute breath to movement sequence that will get your heart rate up and you all sweaty! I offer several options as we move through our flows, feel free to choose the one that suites you the most today. Focusing on lengthening through the hamstrings and creating space in the upper…
Yoga Practice With A Strap
Yogi Strap Yoga with a strap is a 20 minute yoga flow targeting the upper back and hamstring muscles. Is it perfect for beginners. Don’t have a strap? No worries just use a medium sized towel instead. SHOP THIS POST Discover Yourself