Flow Yoga is about linking the breath with the pose as we flow from pose to pose in a smooth, easy manner. Like Meditation in Motion. And on a deeper level, as we start to release our resistances and shed our layers of tension, a part of us begins to open up and flow with the present moment. Going with the flow of the moment, we become the Flow itself and a great sense of peace can be found.

 

I call my style of Yoga, Flow Yoga to help us to remember to stay in the Flow of Life, as it constantly changes. Yoga is ultimately about being comfortable in every single moment of our lives. And this can be difficult at times as we all know, but Yoga practice is a great practice. Asana literally means to sit comfortably, so we practice sitting comfortably in a Yoga pose so that we can continue to practice sitting comfortably with every situation that arises in life.

 

Some of the biggest obstacles in Yoga, as well as life, are our inability to accept things as they are, and our resistance to change. In Yoga, we practice fully embracing the now, letting go of Past and Future, helping us to be a lot happier. In Yoga class, we can observe all the myriad of changes that go through our bodies and minds by staying connected with the breath. We listen to our bodies, honoring their limits, and never pushing too hard, for Yoga is not competition. As a pose becomes intense, we can remain in the moment staying with the intensity by following the breath. The breath is a marvelous link, always staying in the present moment. By focusing our awareness on the breath, at any moment we are brought back to the instant of inhaling or exhaling. As life becomes intense, we can continue to follow the breath, so we don't get stuck carrying around unwanted tensions. These tensions are blocked energy. Yoga teaches us sensitivity to our own stuck areas, in our bodies, and in our lives. The breath will help us release and get unstuck, so we can once again go with the Flow of Life. No resistances. Just peace and contentedness. Once we become more available to the present moment, life becomes so rich and full and such a blessing!

-written by Stephanie Keach

THE VIDEOS

After countless requests from students, Stephanie has put together these videos to offer you a one hour yoga class that can be done in the convenience of your own home.

Other benefits of Flow Yoga can include an increase in flexibility and strength, an overall ease of bodily movements, better posture, improved breathing, better sleep. You will find it easier to relax, reducing stress and tension, and easier to focus, increasing concentration and mental clarity. As your level of energy increases and you become more centered and grounded, Yoga will start to become more than just an hour of stretching, but a way of life, learning to let go and be in the moment of every day life. Enjoy.

P.S. Remember, a yoga video can never take the place of a qualified yoga instructor.