Bikram Yoga NYC Newsletter

SHOWER RENOVATIONS AT 8th AVENUE!

Male yogis - we have not forgotten about you! Beginning Monday, June 2nd we will begin the long overdue renovation of the mens' showers. This renovation will include an additional shower (to total 3 like the ladies' room) and of course new tiling and fixtures. We are going to be doing the renovation in three phases in order to keep one shower in operation at all times. There will be one day (only) that you will need to use the downstairs toilet. Thank you in advance for your patience and we hope you will be very happy with your new shower room!

SECURITY CAMERAS - You may start noticing security cameras at the studios. Unfortunately, after numerous thefts throughout the years, we have had to take this step. Please be assured that these cameras are for security purposes only.

FATHER'S DAY SPECIAL - bring your Dad to class on Sunday, June 15th and he receives a week of free yoga!

KAREN STEINBERG - has won the April Teacher of the month bonus! Please come and take Karen's class if you haven't met her yet!

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Please do not wear perfume or essential oils in class as some students are sensitive to particular aromas.

"My friends keep asking me what I am using on my skin. I haven't changed any of my facial products but my eyes and skin look brighter. The only difference is that I am now practicing Bikram Yoga so I think it must be the sweating out of toxins!"

Part V in the Bikram Yoga Series:
Standing Head To Knee

Does standing head to knee seem impossible to you? Is it all you can do just to keep your standing leg locked for 60 seconds without feeling like your leg will catch fire? You are not alone! Here are a few tips for you to consider during your next few classes to see if you can find a new place to balance and the strength to move forward.

Tip #1 - Suck your stomach in and breath slow and steady throughout the pose. I know we say it so often that you probably tune us out over time, but this will help you with your balance considerably. Start before you round down, trying to suck your stomach in after you already have your foot in hand does not allow you to engage all the same muscles because now your weight is distributed differently in the body. Suck it in as hard as you can, take a deep breath and round down and then pick up that foot!

Tip #2 - Try to round down as you pick up your foot so that your lifted thigh is parallel to the floor. If you are standing upright it is much more difficult to achieve a locked out leg as your hip joint on the standing leg isn't in the ideal position.

Click here for Chrystine's entire article.

Spring Sprouting Steamer:

Prep Time: 3 minutes
Cooking Time: 5minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients:
1 zucchini
1 summer squash
1 package mixed crunchy sprouts (lentil, mung, garbanzo)
3 tablespoons of freshly chopped tarragon
1 tablespoon of ghee (clarified butter) or butter
4 lemon wedges
salt to taste

Directions:
1. Slice zucchini and summer squash in circles, about 1/4 inch thick and steam with sprouts for about 5 minutes or until desired tenderness.
2. Toss with tarragon, ghee, and salt in bowl. Fill a separate medium sauce pan with 1-2 inches of water and bring to a boil.
3. Serve with lemon wedge.

Try fresh herbs like parsley, dill, cilantro, or mint for a totally different taste!

Click here Jessica's article "Spring Sprouting Steamer."

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