Celebrate National Yoga Month

Good afternoon RR readers! Lucy here with our very first Health & Wellness post.  I hope you have enjoyed our first few posts and are ready for more, because we promise there is TONS coming your way!!  For this Health & Wellness post, I’m writing to remind you all that September is National Yoga Month.  The purpose of the National Yoga Campaign is to educate people about the many benefits of yoga so that they may lead happier, healthier, more balanced lifestyles.  As a self-proclaimed “yogatic,” If you’re not already hooked, now is the perfect time to try! Most gyms and fitness centers allow you to join a class free of charge for your first time.  There are many different types of yoga to choose from…you might be familiar with names such as Iyengar, Ashtanga, or Vinyasa.  While each type of practice differs in intensity, variety and flow, you will always be left with a sense of energy, vitality, and expansiveness.  Here are some tips on getting started!  Namaste.

If you are in the BC Area…

If you attend Boston College or live in the surrounding area, I’m sure you are well aware of the fitness programs offered in the school’s Flynn Recreation Complex.  I’ve tried nearly every class available and come to the conclusion that their selection of classes, frequency of times, and skilled instructors is unparalleled, thus making for a pleasant workout experience.  My personal favorite class is Iyengar Yoga at 12 pm with Lee.  While Lee’s subtle sense of humor (only exacerbated by his thick German accent) leave me smiling, his thorough explanations, constructive criticism, and evident passion for the practice always leave me in a positive and enlightened mood.  Be sure to check the Flynn Rec website for the class schedule: http://www.bc.edu/bc_org/ath/plex/groupfitness/schedule.html

If you are elsewhere…..

Check yogafinder.com to find a studio near you!

New students can get one week free yoga during National Yoga Month which can be redeemed at over at 1,000 participating yoga studios nationwide in September and October! This is for new students, but all you need to do is take this card to your local studio anytime this month!