30 Day Challenge? Yeah, I did that! (And more...) | |
There's nothing easy about the 30 or 60 Day Challenge. 30 hot and sweaty 90 minute classes in 30 days is tough (we don't call it a challenge for nothing)! At the end of it though, you have to admit it; it is worth it.
Just ask any of these yogis who recently finished their challenges!
30 Day
Dan Williams
Ashley LeClair
Dan O'Neill
Jessica Vargas
Emily Chamberlin
60 Day
Pam Williams
Hart Larew
Melisse Hart
Kim Whattler
100 Days!
Carolyn Ziara completed her personal goal of 100 classes in 100 days. Great effort and determination!
Fantastic effort yogis!
If you are interested in a Challenge, just see the front desk for details!
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The Man Himself
Bikram Comes to Phoenix!  We are very excited to announce that Bikram himself will be in Phoenix on October 29, 2011! Bikram will give a 3 hour lecture followed by a book signing. The lecture will last from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Tickets are $55 in advance and $65 the day off the event. You can read about the event and purchase tickets online here. This event is going to sell out! Secure your ticket today! |
2011 Women's Retreats
Compassion, Courage, Commitment
Join BYT teacher Karla Kay for a retreat weekend just for women. The retreat will focus on empowering the true you through compassion, courage and commitment. The weekend will include unique meditations to connect mind, body and soul as well as guidance though the process of connecting to other women through the heart to open up your spirit and your mind.
Karla Kay has dedicated the last 15 years to empowering others through her work as an author, public speaker, Life Coach, Grief Recovery Specialist, Bikram Yoga teacher and facilitator of the work of Byron Katie.
Dates: Sept 22-25, 2011
Cost: $500 including the cost of the workshop, lodging and organic meals.
Please contact Karla Kay at 480-223-7241 or enlightenedpathways@cox.net.
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Take advantage of a rare opportunity to join women from all over the country to learn about and discuss women's issues from a yogic and holistic perspective. The 2011 Women's Retreat will be held November 11-13 at the Solana Marriott in Westlake, Texas. The retreat will be led by two of the most adored and inspiring women in the Bikram Yoga community: Rajashree Choudhury and Emmy Cleaves. For more details, please visit their site. You will find details about the schedule and pricing information there.
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Returning Teachers!
 Welcome back Jeremy and Audrey Fairley to AZ and BYT! They lived in Hawaii for a few years and we are excited to welcome them back to the schedule starting this week!
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First Fridays
On the first Friday of each month, firefighters, police, and paramedics are welcome to join us at BYT for free! | |
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Wellspring Holistic Health Center
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Wellspring, a beautiful wellness center created by Dr. Benjamin Zorensky NMD, is located at the northeast corner of Kyrene and Warner at 430 W Warner Rd. Ste 104. The center hosts the following practitioners:
Anna Lunaria
Licensed Massage Therepist and yoga teacher
John Schultz
Reflexology, Reiki, Energy Healing, Spiritual Life Coaching, Metaphysical Consultation and Therapeutic Prayer
Karla Kay
Gabi Garrisi
MBS Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork; Certified Bikram Yoga Teacher
Two rooms are currently available for lease to health and wellness practitioners. For inquiries, email drzorensky@gmail.com
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Back to School
Newsletter | August 2011 |
Greetings!
There is no escaping it. Everywhere we go banners declare that the time has come to go back to school. Even though the heat of the summer has not yet broken, summer vacation has come to an end. Whether in school or not, the summer months have a tendency to interrupt routine with visitors and vacations and summer time activities. As August wanes and September approaches, the time comes to reset your schedule and get in the groove that will carry you through Fall.
For many of us, the last few months may have provided much more time to dedicate to yoga while for others it may have seemed impossible to find the opportunity to practice even once a week. Either way, make it a priority this August to recommit to your yoga practice. Make time in your busy schedule of classes and after school activities (or taxi duties), to take care of yourself.
Tricia & The Teachers and Staff of Bikram Yoga Tempe |
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Back to School
This time of year "busy" tends to take on a whole new meaning. School has started, summer vacation has come to an end....Remember that as you get busier, this yoga becomes even more important. Here are a few ways that yoga will help you succeed this fall:
- Stress Management. This is a big one. Ironically, as we get more stressed we tend to cut out activities that help us manage stress. When we keep our stress levels in check, we are far more efficient at managing time and being productive. Keep coming to yoga and you will find that you accomplish more in less time.
- Be Bright Eyed. I am no stranger to nodding off in class. My guess is that you also know the feeling when your head gets heavy and starts falling forward and backward. Yoga helps to regulate your sleep-wake cycles so that you can sleep better at night and be awake and aware during the day.
- Focus, Concentrate. How many times have you heard these words during yoga class? We practice concentration during yoga and that skill helps us outside the yoga room to avoid distraction and focus on the task at hand. If you are focused on your homework and projects they will get done faster and be of better quality.
- Stay Fit. The busier we get, the less attention we tend to pay to physical activity and eating well. Don't fall into that trap - Bikram Yoga will not only keep you fit but will also increase your body awareness so that you crave healthier foods without having to think about it as much.
- Patience Yogi. Transitions and new schedules can truly try the patience, especially if you must coordinate with someone else, such as a spouse or your children. Yoga helps us remain calm even when circumstances are less than ideal. Having the ability to stop, breathe and then act rather than reacting will help you keep your calm and your perspective.
- Time for You. This is inherently important. You must take care of you, no matter what.
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It's Still Hot Outside!
Summer vacation may have come to and end, but the summer time heat is still going strong. As Bikram Yogis we must be extra careful to stay hydrated. Here is a recap of the hydration tips from the last three months: - As a baseline, you should be drinking at least half your body weight in ounces per day. Factoring in the dry heat and yoga, you may have to drink your full body weight in ounces.
- Be sure to replenish your electrolytes! The best way to rehydrate is to drink water, but you also have to make sure you are replacing the salts you sweat out. You can do this with supplements or drinks such as coconut water.
- Avoid reverse osmosis water since it lacks the minerals that help your body absorb it. If you have RO filters, consider replacing those minerals with rock salt.
- Drink water throughout the day to avoid chugging water, which can give you that waterlogged tummy ache.
- Eat foods that have a high water content.
- If you are dizzy, lightheaded, nauseous or have a headache, you may be dehydrated. If you have not hydrated well, please do not attend class because it will exacerbate the problem. Rehydrate first, then take class.
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Good Luck Roxie!
This month we must say farewell to Roxann Blanchard, aka "Roxie" aka "B". She joined us at the front desk in November to help out with busy evening classes and has been a wonderful asset to our community ever since! We will miss her smiling happy face but wish her the best of luck in San Jose, CA!
Good luck Roxie! We'll miss you!
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Just for Fun...
We have to drink a lot of water. Sometimes it gets old and we need something with a little zing that also keeps us hydrated. Try this simple mid-day pick me up!
Watermelon, Ginger and Lime Juice
Makes 1 serving:
2 Cups Watermelon, cubed and seeded
1 Tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
1/4 inch piece of ginger, grated
2-3 ice cubes
Toss everything into the blender and process until smooth.
Enjoy!
And of course, the monthly picture of a beautiful Bikram Yogi celebrating nature in the best way we know how!
Jenna Lee Dillion in Balancing Stick Pose at Mooney Falls, Waterfalls of Havasupai, Grand Canyon.
Ashley LeClair and Melisse Hart are all smiles after completing their challenges!
 
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Remember as you make the Back to School transition (even if you aren't actually going back to school) to make time in your schedule for yoga. Recommit to your practice so that you can stay happy and healthy and productive this fall. After all, the most important thing in your life is your life. So take care of it!
Sincerely, The Teachers and Staff of Bikram Yoga Tempe 1825 E Guadalupe Rd #103 Tempe, AZ 85283 www.bikramyogatempe.com 480-777-0939 |
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