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The Sunny Side
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Keep on the Sunny Side!
Fall, 2026
The word “side” is interesting. In our 3 demential world objects have (at least) 6 sides which give the object its outer structure and a way of explaining its orientation (front -back, left -right, top-bottom). All of the sides balance each other for structural stability. But when we talk about an Eagles game or an argument, something we want to win, then sides lose their structural element and become a judgement - whose side are you on? One side needs to be better than the other. We can even do this with our bodies - thinking that one side needs to be is “stronger” (ie. six pack abs). For stability we actually need balance in all of the sides - a tight tummy is not going to cut it if your oblique muscles or glutes are weak. Sides have been showing up all fall - which side are you neglecting? Balancing them all, lifts the heart, frees the breath and makes our movement through this world a bit easier.
Speaking of balancing all sides - Please note below the upcoming Psoas & Pelvic Floor Workshop - Supple -Stable - Strong, on November 15th. Feel free to share info about it with anyone you think might find it interesting. Regular students will notice some of the things we have been working on this Fall, but there will be lots of new things as well! Sign-ups have started so don’t wait! Check out my website (which has been up dated!) for more info!
With Love and Gratitude,
Amy
Supple Stable Strong - 2 hr. Workshop
Easeful movement relies on core strength. But what is core strength? We might think we need 6 pack abs. However, the core muscles of movement, balance and stability are less about hard outer muscles and more about supple deep muscles. In this small group setting we will explore muscles and movement in new and different ways, encouraging awareness and supple strength in your often misunderstood creative core.
In this Workshop we will explore:
The Anatomy of your deep core and its impact on the whole body.
Body Awareness: Identifying possible postural and functional imbalances in your body.
The Breath’s Supportive Core Connection, for stable movement and better balance.
Alignment: Learn how your feet support your pelvic floor
The “Fountain” of Youthful movement: Tissue hydration (it’s not drinking more water)
Home Practice: Simple practices to integrate at home.
DATE
Sunday, November 15th
2–4pm
INVESTMENT
$65
(Venmo, Paypal or Check)
WHERE
Whitemarsh Learning, Fort Washington
Door Codes
For the Front Door. Or you can knock on the back door to the room!
Daytime - 61632
After 5pm: 54254
4 Poses to keep your Sides Balanced and Bright
1)Seated Arm Raises:
One had to heart, back of other hand on sacrum, breath them apart, exhale get taller
2)Puppy Pose
Straight arms, press wall away, lift belly towards spine and backs of thighs towards ceiling; Press wall away, lift belly, lengthen backs of thighs up
3)Sphinx with alternate thigh stretch
On belly, legs long, palms together, elbows slightly in front of shoulders, chin in and whole spine long. Gently hugging elbow towards hip, slowly bend one knee until you get a thigh stretch, but no crunching in low back. Hold for five breaths. Switch sides and repeat.
4) Glute squeeze bridge
Lie down in constructive rest pose. Grab sides of mat and pull mat towards feet to lengthen back. Press into 3 corners of feet and lift hips off of floor (you want to feel like a plank from your shoulders to your knees). Feel for glute squeeze around your sit bones. Pulse hips 10 times towards ceiling (little move) by squeezing and releasing glutes.
Classes in-Person and on Zoom:
(All classes are available in-person and on Zoom; class recordings are also available on request) Please reply to this email or text me
to reserve your spot whether in-person or on-line!
Private Sessions
Body Reading - What is your body saying to the world? Take a deep dive with me as together we visually assess your postural habits, to learn more about how and why you move the way you do and what may help to bring you back into balance.
One-on-One Yoga Sessions - Have a pose you want to work on? Looking to go further in class or find modifications for your body? In these one-hour sessions we focus on your yoga to help you achieve your best practice yet.
Openings for individual sessions on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Weekends - text now to make your appointment!
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