Mar 153 minTapas - Consistency is KeyThis blog is derived from, GTY+W Teacher and 200hr YTT Graduate, Kim Cortese Tapas…aren’t those small plates of food to be shared and...
Apr 28, 20214 minThe Role a Yoga Mat Plays in Your Practice(and is it worth the investment?) If you’ve been practicing yoga at Giving Tree, you’ve probably heard us emphasize that yoga is not...
Apr 21, 20213 minTo Namaste or NotFor many students, this phrase, “namaste,” is as integral to the practice as the asana itself. But just as each individual’s yogic journey..
Feb 2, 20213 minHome is Where Your Mat isNo matter your mat, mood, or setting, all good yogis know that the real work of yoga takes place within. The difference may be where you are
Jan 6, 20213 minThe Why Behind No Mirrors in Our StudioNo mirrors in the studio means less visual and mental distractions that disrupt the connection to how your yoga practice should feel.
Jan 4, 20212 minWhy Setting an Intention in 2021 is So ImportantIntentionality Workshop for yogis and other seekers Set your 2021 Intention January 9th, at the Intentionality Workshop 2-5:00
Dec 26, 20202 minA Yin Journey Through the Eight Limbs of YogaA Yin Journey Through the Eight Limbs of Yoga - begin the year journeying through the eight limbs of yoga to focus on yoga as a whole
Dec 9, 20204 minThe Vision of Giving Tree Yoga + Wellness, a Journey to Wellness through YogaGiving Tree Yoga + Wellness is a brainchild of Melissa Lopez, born from a place of authenticity and a desire to share the gift of yoga.
Jan 31, 20192 minWhat does chewed gum have to do with kindness? You may be wondering about the title of this post and asking yourself, "how can I possibly link a piece of chewed gum to someone being...
Jan 11, 20191 minMy Eating Disorder Recovery & Yoga*Note: This post describes my experience with eating disorders. It is painful and does not glorify eating disorders in any way. Please do...
Dec 7, 201812 minGiving Tree's Recommended Books on Yoga, Meditation, Anatomy, Mindfulness, etc... I recently asked the teachers of Giving Tree to offer suggestions and commentary on their favorite books that could serve as a nice...
Nov 19, 20184 minAhhhh: Restorative Yoga - A Q&A with Christy NewsomeTell the readers a little about yourself. I found yoga over 25 years ago and have been an avid student of the yoga practice and...
Oct 18, 20184 minWhat is Yin Yoga?As a practitioner and teacher of different forms of yoga, I have to say that Yin is one of my favorite yoga classes to teach and to...
Aug 31, 20181 minTrikonasana - Triangle PoseThis pose, which can be difficult, builds strength in the torso muscles which supports the weight of your spine, rib cage, and head...
Aug 31, 20182 min5 Ways Yoga Will Revolutionize Your Life Originating over 5,000 years ago, yoga began as a spiritual discipline and has evolved into a holistic practice with innumerable...