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Yoga Information

www.yogajournal.com - Yoga Journal is the largest magazine specifically focused on Yoga. This website is great free resource to learn more about the Yogic lifestyle. One of the most unique functionalities of this site is the glossary of poses. It lists poses by category, anatomical focus, therapeutic focus and contraindication, along with pictures and in-depth descriptions. There is also a sequence building function that is is great for working on a home practice routine or a series of poses to focus on a particular concern, such as hamstring flexibility.

www.yogaalliance.org - The Yoga Alliance is a national organization that sets the standards for both Yoga Teachers and Yoga Schools with teaching programs. You can look for registered teachers in your area, check out what the requirements are to become a teacher, and the organization is also a great informational resource for teachers and practitioners. If you see RYT or E-RYT beside a teacher's name, it means that have met the standards of the Yoga Alliance as either a Registered Yoga Teacher or an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher, respectively.

www.ishta.com - ISHTA stands for the Integrated Science of Hatha, Tantra and Ayurveda and is a form of Yoga created and taught by Alan Finger. The Brooklyn Yogini is currently completing her advanced certification at ISTHA. Check out the website for more information on this style of Yoga.

www.anusara.com - The Brooklyn Yogini has recently been studying Anusara Yoga through the 108 hour Immersion program. Check out the Anusara official website to learn more about this style of Yoga practice. It is loved by many for its strong focus on proper alignment in the body as well as the Tantric Yoga Philosophy on which it is based.


Yoga Shopping

www.bepresent.com - Hands down favorite Yoga pants of many practitioners, and they do have every color in the rainbow available. The mobility pant allows for flexibility, wicks sweat and looks great on - all at the same time! The tanks and men's clothes are pretty darn cool as well.

www.lululemon.com - By far the widest selection of sizes in Yoga clothing. They even offer varying lengths for pants, free hemming, a huge assortment of sports bras, props, mats and a men's line too. Their reusable shopping bags are inscribed with quotes that will have you smiling in agreement.

www.jadeyoga.com - The stickiest mat you will encounter, chances of slipping during class are eliminated, but you will still need to work on cultivating balance on your own.

www.satyajewelry.com - The chicest Yoga inspired jewelry around town. Be sure to check the symbol and gemstone meanings in selecting a piece resonates with you.


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Friend's of the Brooklyn Yogini

www.dipanema.com - Handcrafted in Brasil, natural, elegant and eco-friendly jewelry from one of Brooklyn Yogini's dearest friends.


www.telapilatesnyc.com - Tela is an excellent instructor, sure to get anyone's core into shape and Pilates is a great compliment to a Yoga practice.

Yoga Travel

www.eomega.org
- The Rhinebeck campus is located just north of New York City, but you will feel a million miles away. It is like a picturesque sleep away camp for adults who love Yoga. Be sure to check out the wide variety of healthy eats in the cafeteria.

www.escapetoshape.com - They combine Yoga, relaxation, spa treatments, luxurious accommodations and exotic locations - what more do you need? Locations for 2009/2010 include Morocco, Colombia and Mexico. Don't forget to check out their blog. Be sure to tell Erica that Julia sent you.

www.ubuntuyoga.com
- Located in the city of Napa, in California wine country, they combine Yoga, vegetarian cuisine and local wine. The food is amazingly delicious, locally grown and comes in healthy vegan and vegetarian options. You can take a Yoga class just upstairs before you dine. Brooklyn Yogini wants to know when they are opening a location in New York!

 

Have you checked out Brooklyn Yogini's upcoming retreat?



Yoga Reading

- Yoga Journal - monthly magazine
- Contact - The Yoga of Relationship - Great resource on partnered Yoga poses
- The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
- One of the earliest classical Yoga texts still widely studied today, there are many translations from varying viewpoints
- The Bhagavad Gita - A masterpiece of Sanksrit poetry that teaches the meaning of karma, destiny and duty