Since we have an apartment yoga studio here at The Crossing Anaheim, many of our health-conscious residents might be interested in a movie screening plus benefit that will happen in L.A. on November, 12, 2010 at Loyola Marymount University (near LAX).

The movie, Titans of Yoga,  brings together twenty-five of the most prominent figures in the worlds of yoga, meditation, and mindfulness, from Dr. Dean Ornish, a physician consultant to President Clinton, to Lilias Folan, the “First Lady of Yoga.” Their journeys of self-discovery will inspire you.

Watch the trailer if you would like to know more:

Does this event interest you? Do you use our yoga studio? Let us know what you think on our Facebook page.

Guess what? September is National Yoga Month. This is something we at The Crossing Anaheim most definitely appreciate, since we have an awesome yoga studio at our apartment community. Have you read our yoga guide for beginners?

In addition to all this, would you be interested in some free yoga on Sept. 25 in L.A.? You will be able to take free yoga classes citywide.

About a year ago, I used to practice yoga, but then I stopped. This free yoga opportunity is exactly what I need to jump start my desire for this type of exercise again. Check out the website to find out how to take advantage of this awesome yoga opportunity–oh yes, free yoga is only for new students, so go try out a new place to practice, and make sure you take advantage of the special place for yoga in our fitness center.

Have you made our apartment yoga part of your life? (Tell us on Facebook.)

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We have a wonderful yoga studio, which we hope all of our apartment residents enjoy. In the past few years, yoga has become a popular health and fitness activity. Have you ever taken a yoga class?

Yoga is the Sanskrit word for unity. If you’re still confused or have always wondered about yoga, reading the following guide will help.

The Crossing Apartments Guide to Yoga

The first thing you need to know about practicing yoga is that you can make it as easy or as difficult as you desire. It’s always up to you.

The most important thing about yoga

Breathing correctly is the foundation of a good yoga practice. Many people have difficulties figuring out the proper breath technique, which is why having an instructor can be helpful.

• Dirga Pranayama is a three-part breathing technique that promotes calmness and relaxation. It requires you to breath through your nostrils continuously into three parts of your abdomen. Learn how to do it on Unexplainable.net.
• Ujjayi Pranayama is known as ocean breath. It requires you to inhale and exhale deeply through the mouth. When you do it right, you’llsound like Darth Vadar. It can be hard to master.

What to wear when you do yoga

You don’t have to wear anything specific, but you will want to wear loose, comfortable clothing that will not restrict you in any way.

The benefits of practicing yoga

Because yoga can be practiced in many ways by all people, they benefits are unique to each individual, yet include the following:

• keeping your body strong
• increasing flexibility
• relieving pain, such as persistent headaches
• reducing anxiety and stress
• providing you with a sense of inner peace and a sense of purpose
• curing insomnia

At the beginning and at the end of yoga, make sure you meditate for about 5 to 15 minutes. What else would you like to know about yoga?

Have you been to our yoga studio yet?

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