One of the many benefits of yoga is the instant sense of community you feel in a class of people (known or unknown) connected through this ancient practice. Add to that the value of meeting like-minded people through blogging, and you get a sense of the buzz that permeated Yoga Sutra on November 9th when Athleta hosted a special class for New York City bloggers featuring Drisana Carey (above), Athleta model and yoga teacher extraordinaire.
Each blogger arrived bright and early to get outfitted for a vinyasa practice followed by a healthy breakfast and time to connect outside of class. We thought you might enjoy meeting some of the ladies who attended and visiting their blogs…
NY FITNESS EXAMINER Nadia discovered her passion for fitness while trying to eat nutritious meals, stay in shape and juggle college. After experiencing a fluctuation in weight loss and gain, she made fitness a way of life and writes for the NY Fitness Examiner to help others achieve their health and fitness goals. If you’re interested in learning more about Athleta model Drisana, check out Nadia’s interview…
YOGANONYMOUS founder Michaela lives and teaches yoga in New York City. Growing up as a gymnast, she was first introduced to the practice of yoga in high school and instantly fell in love. Yoganonymous is a great resource for the modern day yogini, whether you teach yoga, have a personal practice at home, or just appreciate a good asana kicking once in a while.
FIT CHICK IN THE CITY blogger Jess is a fitness expert with a M.S. in Exercise Science and Health Promotion. We couldn’t agree more with her mindset about health and fitness… “Being fit isn’t about fitting into a wedding dress, a bikini or even about losing those last 5 pounds. Being fit is about changing the way you live your life. It’s about having a healthy mind and body.”
FITNESS NYC blogger Melissa writes about making health and fitness a fun part of your life. She’s a marathoner who credits running with helping her appreciate and respect her body and its strength and resilience. “I don’t work out to fit into skinny jeans, I do it for the exhilaration and invincibility I feel after a great long run or spinning class.”
YOGINI ANNIE is a certified yoga teacher, and is currently studying Thai Yoga Massage. Inspired by a fellow yoga teacher, Annie completed her children’s yoga teacher training through Karma Kids Yoga. Working with children has cracked her heart and smile wide open — it’s hard to take life (and yoga) too seriously when you teach kids in classes like “Downward Doll Yoga.”
BLISSTREE Deputy Editor Briana attended with Meghan, Editor in Chief of Blisstree’s sister blog CRUSHABLE. Blisstree is a comprehensive resource for women committed to physical and emotional health, with information and advice about fitness, alternative medicine, style, relationships, parenting, eco-consciousness and more.
FITNESS AND FROSTING blogger Jessica loves long runs by the beach and killer cycling classes. She’s always looking for the next best fitness class, instructor, DVD… you name it. Check out her blog to learn about her other (not so healthy, but definitely yummy) love…
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What a wonderful concept! It’s so neat to see Drisana in action. She seems like such a beautiful and stately presence in the catalogs!
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Yoga and blogging do go hand in hand! Writing, much like a good yoga practice, can be therapeutic for the mind. And many yogis seem like natural bloggers as it gives them a chance to share their passion with a broader audience. Great idea…….any future events planned?
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I agree with Joslyn’s post… It’s so nice to see Drisana mingling and teaching since we usually only see her in postures (although I always love seeing pictures of her — so strong, so flexible, so beautiful). Can’t wait to read the interview with her, thanks for the links.
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Looks fun!
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