September's yoga challenge is a Balance Basics challenge. This looks like a great set of poses that anyone can do. There's only a few more difficult poses towards the end and the hosts always have modifications if you aren't there yet. This month's challenge is sponsored by Athleta, and hosted by the always amazing @KinoYoga, @beachyogagirl, … Continue reading Balance Basics Yoga Challenge
August Yoga Challenge – She's Got Legs – Week 2
Day 8: Marichyasana A. Day 9: Marichasana B. Day 10: Ardha Baddha Padma Paschimottanasana. Half-Bound Lotus Seated Forward Bend. (Even though my picture is missing the bound part...oops.) Day 11: Reclining Straddle. This was the first time in 96 days that I didn't post a yoga pic on Instagram. Mainly, because my phone had a very unfortunate dip in … Continue reading August Yoga Challenge – She's Got Legs – Week 2
August Yoga Challenge – She's Got Legs – Week 1
Day 1 was Pigeon. This is one of my favorite poses to just hang out in. I also did Mermaid, since it's a way to deepen the pose. Day 2: Extended Side Angle Pose, Utthita Parsvakonasana, into Bound Extended Side Angle, Baddha Utthita Parsvakonasana. Day 3: Wide legged forward bend. Prasarita Padottanasana A. Day 4: Extended … Continue reading August Yoga Challenge – She's Got Legs – Week 1
Summer Splits Final Week
I really loved the summer splits challenge. It was a good combination of splits, hip openers, and arm balances. Below, I've posted the final few poses and then a before and after shot of Lord of the Dance pose. Want to see a HUGE improvement in this one? Click here. I'm using the wall, and … Continue reading Summer Splits Final Week
She's Got Legs August Yoga Challenge
I'm so excited for this upcoming challenge. The goal is to be able to put your foot/feet behind your head (like pictures #27 and #29), so saying I'm excited is an understatement. I've always been able to get my leg up, but I have this crazy fear it's going to get stuck behind my head … Continue reading She's Got Legs August Yoga Challenge
Independence ARMy Challenge Week 3
Week 3 was a lot more fun that week 2 of the July yoga challenge. Mainly because I can actually do the poses. Day 15 Day 16 I wasn't looking forward to day 17, but it really wasn't so bad. Day 18 And a video moving into it. Day 19 was way awkward, but not … Continue reading Independence ARMy Challenge Week 3
Independence ARMY Challenge Week 2
This week was definitely a challenge for me. Lifted L: Baddha hasta sirsanana A, headstand: Forearm plank: Vashishtasana: Shoulder-Pressing Pose Bhujapidasana: Forearm stand: Firefly Pose, Titibasana: Click here for week 1: Click for the first post about this month's challenge:
Recipe: Raw Chocolate Cupcakes with Vanilla Frosting
These cupcakes are incredibly chewy and moist. They taste like a traditional brownie, but there's no sugar or flour, and they're completely raw. The icing is just as rich and delicious, and it only contains cashews and agave (or date paste). Chocolate Cupcakes with Vanilla Frosting Recipe Type: Vegan, Raw Author: Christine Ingredients Cupcake 1 cup dates + … Continue reading Recipe: Raw Chocolate Cupcakes with Vanilla Frosting
June Splits Week 4 and Progress Pictures
Here are days 22-25 of the June Summer Splits challenge. I loved this challenge because I can really see the progress. In March, I posted this: And then during the challenge, I got this: Honestly, I only practiced the pose a few times between March and June, it wasn't until starting the daily yoga challenges that … Continue reading June Splits Week 4 and Progress Pictures
Independence ARMy Yoga Challenge Week 1
Here are the photos and a video from week 1 of July's yoga challenge focusing on arm strength. I LOVED the first few days because I really like downward facing dog and Hindu push-ups. I also don't mind planks at all. Chaturanga is one of my favorites because it makes me feel strong. And I've … Continue reading Independence ARMy Yoga Challenge Week 1
My Vegan Adventures 