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<channel><title><![CDATA[yoga with grace - Pam's Blog]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog]]></link><description><![CDATA[Pam's Blog]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:46:24 -0700</pubDate><generator>Weebly</generator><item><title><![CDATA[Chair yoga video]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/chair-yoga-video9985327]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/chair-yoga-video9985327#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2020 19:23:23 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/chair-yoga-video9985327</guid><description><![CDATA[Below is the video I led for the Marion Council on Aging. It is a 40 minute practice based on the practices I share in person. Please enjoy and share with friends!        [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph"><strong><font color="#2a2a2a">Below is the video I led for the Marion Council on Aging. It is a 40 minute practice based on the practices I share in person. Please enjoy and share with friends!</font></strong></div>  <div class="wsite-youtube" style="margin-bottom:10px;margin-top:10px;"><div class="wsite-youtube-wrapper wsite-youtube-size-auto wsite-youtube-align-center"> <div class="wsite-youtube-container">  <iframe src="//www.youtube.com/embed/6BTeLIKvDGw?wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> </div> </div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[lAUGHTER YOGA PRACTICE]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/laughter-yoga-practice]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/laughter-yoga-practice#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2020 16:50:37 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/laughter-yoga-practice</guid><description><![CDATA[The video below is a Laughter Yoga Practice that I produced.&nbsp; It is designed for any age and ability.&nbsp; Laughter Yoga brings breath, energy and joy to your body.&nbsp; Give it a try!&#8203;Click on the picture below!        [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph">The video below is a Laughter Yoga Practice that I produced.&nbsp; It is designed for any age and ability.&nbsp; Laughter Yoga brings breath, energy and joy to your body.&nbsp; Give it a try!<br />&#8203;Click on the picture below!</div>  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center"> <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLOGgXho3sE&t=2s' target='_blank'> <img src="https://www.yogawithgrace.net/uploads/1/2/5/0/12508817/published/20160611-150321.jpg?1585674954" alt="Picture" style="width:307;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Standing Yoga practice!]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/standing-yoga-practice]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/standing-yoga-practice#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2020 21:42:37 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/standing-yoga-practice</guid><description><![CDATA[Click on the image below for a Standing Yoga practice.&nbsp; All poses are in the standing position with adaptions given using a chair placed in front for support.&nbsp; This practice is geared for ages upper elementary and above.&#8203;Please enjoy this practice.        [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph">Click on the image below for a Standing Yoga practice.&nbsp; All poses are in the standing position with adaptions given using a chair placed in front for support.&nbsp; This practice is geared for ages upper elementary and above.<br />&#8203;Please enjoy this practice.<br /></div>  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:left"> <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPWO5wK2kfI&t=11s' target='_blank'> <img src="https://www.yogawithgrace.net/uploads/1/2/5/0/12508817/published/20160611-150321.jpg?1585674600" alt="Picture" style="width:312;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Playing Card workout!]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/playing-card-workout]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/playing-card-workout#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2020 16:57:16 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/playing-card-workout</guid><description><![CDATA[ This is a fun workout based on one produced by Gleason Family YMCA.&nbsp;&nbsp; This version may be done in a chair, standing behind a chair or without a chair. Grab a pack of cards, follow along and have some fun!   There are 3 levels of&nbsp; participation:Level 1: Sitting in a strong chair with feet on the floor.Level 2: Standing behind a strong chair using the support of the chair back&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;as needed.Level 3: Standing without support.It may be [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<span class='imgPusher' style='float:left;height:0px'></span><span style='display: table;width:auto;position:relative;float:left;max-width:100%;;clear:left;margin-top:0px;*margin-top:0px'><a href='https://www.yogawithgrace.net/uploads/1/2/5/0/12508817/20200324-133624-1_orig.jpg' rel='lightbox' onclick='if (!lightboxLoaded) return false'><img src="https://www.yogawithgrace.net/uploads/1/2/5/0/12508817/published/20200324-133624-1.jpg?250" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; border-width:0; max-width:100%" alt="Picture" class="galleryImageBorder wsite-image" /></a><span style="display: table-caption; caption-side: bottom; font-size: 90%; margin-top: -0px; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: center;" class="wsite-caption"></span></span> <div class="paragraph" style="display:block;">This is a fun workout based on one produced by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GleasonFamilyYMCA/photos/pcb.2878619838871193/2878619505537893/?type=3&amp;theater" target="_blank">Gleason Family YMCA.&nbsp;</a>&nbsp; This version may be done in a chair, standing behind a chair or without a chair. Grab a pack of cards, follow along and have some fun!</div> <hr style="width:100%;clear:both;visibility:hidden;"></hr>  <div class="paragraph">There are 3 levels of&nbsp; participation:<br />Level 1: Sitting in a strong chair with feet on the floor.<br />Level 2: Standing behind a strong chair using the support of the chair back<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;as needed.<br />Level 3: Standing without support.<br />It may be you will participate at different levels depending on the skill.<br /><br /></div>  <div class="paragraph"><strong><font color="#508d24">Let the fun begin!</font></strong><br />1. Pick a card<br />2. Note the number on the card:&nbsp; That is the number of times you practice<br />&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; the skill.<br />3. Note the suit on the card and match it with the pictures below.&nbsp; That<br />&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;is the skill you will practice!<br />4. Jack = 11 Queen = 12 King = 13 Ace = 15<br />5: HAVE FUN!<br /></div>  <span class='imgPusher' style='float:left;height:0px'></span><span style='display: table;width:auto;position:relative;float:left;max-width:100%;;clear:left;margin-top:0px;*margin-top:0px'><a><img src="https://www.yogawithgrace.net/uploads/1/2/5/0/12508817/published/20200324-133432-1.jpg?250" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; border-width:0; max-width:100%" alt="Picture" class="galleryImageBorder wsite-image" /></a><span style="display: table-caption; caption-side: bottom; font-size: 90%; margin-top: -0px; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: center;" class="wsite-caption"></span></span> <div class="paragraph" style="display:block;">Level 1: Knee swing to side and back: Lift your left knee and<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;slowly swing your leg to side.&nbsp; Slowly swing it back and<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; lower your&nbsp;foot to the floor. Repeat your right side for a<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; set.<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Level 2: Squats holding onto back of chair:&nbsp; Standing tall, bend<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; knees and sit back and down.<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Level 3: Squats without holding onto chair.</div> <hr style="width:100%;clear:both;visibility:hidden;"></hr>  <span class='imgPusher' style='float:left;height:0px'></span><span style='display: table;width:auto;position:relative;float:left;max-width:100%;;clear:left;margin-top:0px;*margin-top:0px'><a href='https://www.yogawithgrace.net/uploads/1/2/5/0/12508817/20200324-140700-1_orig.jpg' rel='lightbox' onclick='if (!lightboxLoaded) return false'><img src="https://www.yogawithgrace.net/uploads/1/2/5/0/12508817/published/20200324-140700-1.jpg?250" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; border-width:0; max-width:100%" alt="Picture" class="galleryImageBorder wsite-image" /></a><span style="display: table-caption; caption-side: bottom; font-size: 90%; margin-top: -0px; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: center;" class="wsite-caption"></span></span> <div class="paragraph" style="display:block;">Level 1: Seated Knee Tucks: Lift left thigh up and hold for 2 to 3<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;breaths. Lower foot to floor. Repeat with right leg for a set.<br />Level 2: Standing Knee Tucks: as above standing and holding<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; onto back of the chair.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Level 3: Sit-ups: any variety!</div> <hr style="width:100%;clear:both;visibility:hidden;"></hr>  <span class='imgPusher' style='float:left;height:0px'></span><span style='display: table;width:auto;position:relative;float:left;max-width:100%;;clear:left;margin-top:0px;*margin-top:0px'><a href='https://www.yogawithgrace.net/uploads/1/2/5/0/12508817/20200324-140853-1_orig.jpg' rel='lightbox' onclick='if (!lightboxLoaded) return false'><img src="https://www.yogawithgrace.net/uploads/1/2/5/0/12508817/published/20200324-140853-1.jpg?250" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; border-width:0; max-width:100%" alt="Picture" class="galleryImageBorder wsite-image" /></a><span style="display: table-caption; caption-side: bottom; font-size: 90%; margin-top: -0px; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: center;" class="wsite-caption"></span></span> <div class="paragraph" style="display:block;">Level 1: Seated Jacks: Move both legs out to side while extending<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;arms out in front. Return arms and legs back towards each<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;other.&nbsp; Variation: alternate your legs<br />Level 2: Standing Alternating Jacks: Alternate moving legs out to<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; the side.&nbsp; With each leg movement lift arms out to side or<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;in front.<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Level 3: Full Jacks: Arms may Move out and up toward ceiling<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;or out in front.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</div> <hr style="width:100%;clear:both;visibility:hidden;"></hr>  <span class='imgPusher' style='float:left;height:0px'></span><span style='display: table;width:auto;position:relative;float:left;max-width:100%;;clear:left;margin-top:0px;*margin-top:0px'><a href='https://www.yogawithgrace.net/uploads/1/2/5/0/12508817/20200324-140813-1_orig.jpg' rel='lightbox' onclick='if (!lightboxLoaded) return false'><img src="https://www.yogawithgrace.net/uploads/1/2/5/0/12508817/published/20200324-140813-1.jpg?250" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; border-width:0; max-width:100%" alt="Picture" class="galleryImageBorder wsite-image" /></a><span style="display: table-caption; caption-side: bottom; font-size: 90%; margin-top: -0px; margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: center;" class="wsite-caption"></span></span> <div class="paragraph" style="display:block;">Level 1: Tuck and Push:&nbsp; Tuck both elbows back and by your<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;sides then push arms forward like you are pushing<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; something.<br />Level 2: Push Ups Against and Object: Find a solid object like a<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; kitchen counter. Rest hands on edge of object and step<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;back a&nbsp;few steps. Make sure your feet are anchored and will<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;not slip.&nbsp;Lower your body toward object then push back up.<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Level 3: Push Ups: any variety</div> <hr style="width:100%;clear:both;visibility:hidden;"></hr>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Living with Gratitude!]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/living-with-gratitude]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/living-with-gratitude#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Sat, 08 Dec 2018 13:00:58 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/living-with-gratitude</guid><description><![CDATA[       Those who take my yoga classes know I end my class saying "take a few moments to think about the things you are thankful for...from the the littlest of things to the not so little things." I found a great article in Yoga Journal that talks about seven ways to document your these things you are thankful for. The article also mentions that listing our thanks has positive affects on our whole body and our minds. When we list our thanks they outweigh&nbsp;the things that are not working so we [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:left"> <a href='https://www.yogawithgrace.net/uploads/1/2/5/0/12508817/gratitude2_orig.jpg' rel='lightbox' onclick='if (!lightboxLoaded) return false'> <img src="https://www.yogawithgrace.net/uploads/1/2/5/0/12508817/published/gratitude2.jpg?1544274951" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph"><font size="4">Those who take my yoga classes know I end my class saying "take a few moments to think about the things you are thankful for...from the the littlest of things to the not so little things." I found a great article in Yoga Journal that talks about seven ways to document your these things you are thankful for. The article also mentions that listing our thanks has positive affects on our whole body and our minds. When we list our thanks they outweigh&nbsp;the things that are not working so well.<br />Love how the article says to think of each thanks on your list as a gift! Think about the gifts we get...even the small ones.<br />The article suggests to write about a person whom you are thankful for and maybe even write a letter to them about why you are thankful for them, whether you send that letter or not.&nbsp;<br />Click on the box below to read the article. Let me know what you think and if you try any of the suggestions!<br /><br />&#8203;</font><br /><br /><br /></div>  <div style="text-align:center;"><div style="height: 10px; overflow: hidden;"></div> <a class="wsite-button wsite-button-small wsite-button-highlight" href="https://www.yogajournal.com/yoga-101/7-ways-to-start-a-gratitude-journaling-practice#gid=ci021a740a300024b8&pid=mala-notebook-writing" target="_blank"> <span class="wsite-button-inner">7 Ways to Start a Gratitude Journey</span> </a> <div style="height: 10px; overflow: hidden;"></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Halloween Yoga Ideas!]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/halloween-yoga-ideas]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/halloween-yoga-ideas#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Sun, 14 Oct 2018 11:14:30 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/halloween-yoga-ideas</guid><description><![CDATA[    Photo by Pamela Smith Paquette 2018   &nbsp;Next week the Gleason Family YMCA is having a Halloween night for kids.&nbsp; I will be teaching Pirate Yoga!&nbsp; It will be a 20 minute yoga practice using Hatha Yoga but giving the poses pirate related names. For example, Downward Dog with be "shark," as it looks like a shark fin.&nbsp; The series of poses will be a story of sorts.&nbsp;&nbsp;Last week I taught a Pirate Zencycle class!&nbsp; The 1/2 hour spin was to pirate music, I spoke in pir [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:left"> <a href='https://www.yogawithgrace.net/uploads/1/2/5/0/12508817/skeleton-yogi_orig.jpg' rel='lightbox' onclick='if (!lightboxLoaded) return false'> <img src="https://www.yogawithgrace.net/uploads/1/2/5/0/12508817/editor/skeleton-yogi.jpg?1539515941" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%">Photo by Pamela Smith Paquette 2018</div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph">&nbsp;<font color="#2a2a2a">Next week the Gleason Family YMCA is having a Halloween night for kids.&nbsp; I will be teaching Pirate Yoga!&nbsp; It will be a 20 minute yoga practice using Hatha Yoga but giving the poses pirate related names. For example, Downward Dog with be "shark," as it looks like a shark fin.&nbsp; The series of poses will be a story of sorts.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />Last week I taught a Pirate Zencycle class!&nbsp; The 1/2 hour spin was to pirate music, I spoke in pirate and we dressed like pirates.&nbsp; During the 1/2 hour yoga practice I used pirate names for the poses and set it to a story of sorts.<br /><a href="https://www.kidsyogastories.com/pirate-yoga-poses-for-kids/" target="_blank">Pirate Yoga</a>&nbsp;Link to kids yoga stories for ideas<br />Below are links to a bunch of cool resources for Halloween themed yoga for kids and adults.&nbsp;<br />Have fun!</font><br />&#8203;<font color="#2a2a2a">KIDS YOGA</font><br /><font color="#e0915c">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aw3JDtC8Us0&nbsp;</font> <br />&#8203;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<font color="#2a2a2a">Youtube video with drawn images.&nbsp; Good for kids.</font><br /><font color="#e0915c">https://www.kidsyogastories.com/halloween-yoga/</font><font color="#da8044">&nbsp;</font> <br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<font color="#2a2a2a">Pictures and a printable poster.&nbsp; Kids Yoga Stories is my go to more kids yoga.&nbsp; <br /></font><font color="#e0915c">https://www.kidsyogastories.com/halloween-yoga-class-ideas-chair/</font><br /><font color="#e0915c">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</font><font color="#2a2a2a">Yoga poses in a chair.&nbsp;</font><br /><font color="#2a2a2a">ADULT YOGA</font><br /><font color="#da8044">https://yogainternational.com/article/view/dress-up-your-yoga-practice-for-halloween&nbsp;</font><font color="#81c94c">&nbsp;</font><br /><font color="#81c94c">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</font><font color="#2a2a2a"> &nbsp;&nbsp;a great series by Yoga International with pictures and directions</font><br /><font color="#e0915c">https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/blog/halloween-yoga-lesson-plan/</font><font color="#81c94c">&nbsp;</font><br /><font color="#81c94c">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</font>&nbsp;<font color="#2a2a2a">Halloween series of yoga postures with pictures</font><br /><font color="#e0915c">https://www.yogajournal.com/practice/7-spooky-poses-celebrate-halloween#gid=ci020756ac300f25bd&amp;pid=blackcat</font><br /><font color="#81c94c">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</font><font color="#2a2a2a">&nbsp;7 poses with pictures</font><br /><br /></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yoga and Pregnancy]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/yoga-and-pregnancy9888186]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/yoga-and-pregnancy9888186#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Thu, 02 Aug 2018 00:36:37 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/yoga-and-pregnancy9888186</guid><description><![CDATA[Maybe you know someone who is pregnant and questions whether&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Yoga is safe to practice during pregnancy.&nbsp;Or maybe you know someone who already practices yoga but wants&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; to learn how to practice safely while pregnant.Yoga is safe to practice as long as some safe practices are followed.Important before practicing yoga:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Make sure the doctor has said it is ok for mom and baby to practice yoga.&nbsp;&nbsp;&#8203;&nbsp; & [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph"><font size="3">Maybe you know someone who is pregnant and questions whether<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Yoga is safe to practice during pregnancy.&nbsp;<br />Or maybe you know someone who already practices yoga but wants<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; to learn how to practice safely while pregnant.<br />Yoga is safe to practice as long as some safe practices are followed.<br />Important before practicing yoga:<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Make sure the doctor has said it is ok for mom and baby to practice yoga.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />&#8203;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; There may be existing&nbsp;problems that preclude yoga practice such as pre-eclampsia.<br />Here are some good references for safe practices for yoga during pregnancy:<br /><span>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="http://www.babycenter.com/404_is-it-safe-to-do-yoga-during-pregnancy_5699.bc">http://www.babycenter.com/404_is-it-safe-to-do-yoga-during-pregnancy_5699.bc</a><br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="http://www.babycenter.com/0_great-pregnancy-exercise-prenatal-yoga_7862.bc?page=1">http://www.babycenter.com/0_great-pregnancy-exercise-prenatal-yoga_7862.bc?page=1</a><br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="http://abc-of-yoga.com/Yoga-and-health/Yoga-for-pregnancy.asp">http://abc-of-yoga.com/Yoga-and-health/Yoga-for-pregnancy.asp</a><br />These references gave benefits for yoga during pregnancy, poses to avoid and poses that are beneficial.&nbsp;<br />&#8203;&nbsp;</span><br /><span><em>Things to avoid</em>: poses on the back, and poses that overstretch the abdomen</span><br /><span><em>Poses to avoid:</em> back bends, Backbends, Balancing poses on one leg (unless supported by chair or&nbsp;</span><br /><span>wall), Camel, Handstands, Headstands,&nbsp;Upward bow&nbsp;<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.babycenter.com/404_is-it-safe-to-do-yoga-during-pregnancy_5699.bc">http://www.babycenter.com/404_is-it-safe-to-do-yoga-during-pregnancy_5699.bc</a><br /><span><em>Poses that are helpful:</em> Mountain Pose, Triangle, Warrior, Standing Side Stretch, Standing Spread Leg Forward Bend, Seated Forward Bend, Fish, Tree Pose and More.&nbsp;<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</span><a href="http://abc-of-yoga.com/Yoga-and-health/Yoga-for-pregnancy.asp">http://abc-of-yoga.com/Yoga-and-health/Yoga-for-pregnancy.asp<br /></a>Are you pregnant or a parent? Check <a href="http://www.momlovesbest.com" target="_blank">www.momlovesbest.com</a> for lots of helpful information.</font><br /><span><font size="3">Hope this is helpful!</font></span></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Make Your Own Bug Spray!]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/make-your-own-bug-spray]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/make-your-own-bug-spray#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Sun, 08 Jul 2018 22:37:01 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/make-your-own-bug-spray</guid><description><![CDATA[&#8203;Its summer and bugs have arrived!There are various kinds of bug repellents out there.&nbsp; Most contain chemicals that may not be good for our bodies, especially when we remember our skin absorbs what is placed on it.If you are concerned about what you put on your and your family's skin, try making your own bug repellent using Essential Oils.&nbsp; I recently tried and it worked (and I smelled great!).&nbsp;&nbsp;&#8203;Organic Aromas recommends the following essential oils:Mosquitoes: C [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph">&#8203;<font size="3">Its summer and bugs have arrived!<br />There are various kinds of bug repellents out there.&nbsp; Most contain chemicals that may not be good for our bodies, especially when we remember our skin absorbs what is placed on it.<br />If you are concerned about what you put on your and your family's skin, try making your own bug repellent using Essential Oils.&nbsp; I recently tried and it worked (and I smelled great!).&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />&#8203;<a href="https://organicaromas.com/blogs/aromatherapy-and-essential-oils/diy-natural-mosquito-repellent-using-essential-oils" target="_blank">Organic Aromas</a> recommends the following essential oils:</font><ul style="color:rgb(77, 76, 76)"><li><font size="3">Mosquitoes: Citronella, peppermint, lemon, eucalyptus, basil, clove, thyme, lemongrass, geranium, and lavender;</font></li><li><font size="3">Fleas: Cedarwood, citronella, eucalyptus, tea tree, lemongrass, lavender, orange, and pine;</font></li><li><font size="3">Ticks: Rose geranium, juniper, rosewood, thyme, grapefruit, and oregano.</font></li></ul><font size="3"> An article of the<a href="http://info.achs.edu/blog/green-cleaning-10-essential-oils-that-naturally-repel-insects" target="_blank"> American College of Healthcare Sciences</a> also recommends:<br />&nbsp; &nbsp;.&nbsp; Pine, etiver, Bergamot<br />The article also recommends the following recipe for after insect stings and bites:<br />&nbsp; &nbsp;10 drops each of Tea Tree and Peppermint essential oils mixed and applied undiluted to area as often as needed.<br /><br />Please remember to use good essential oils.&nbsp; Please check your labels to make sure then can be used on your body.<br />I use Young Living essential oils because of their <a href="https://www.youngliving.com/en_US/discover/seed-to-seal" target="_blank">Seed to Seal guarantee </a>that promises that the materials used in the oils are genuine, no chemicals were used on the plants as they grew, no chemicals or fillers were added during the distilling or packaging process.<br />Young Living Seed Seal Guarantee:&nbsp;https://www.youngliving.com/en_US/discover/seed-to-seal<br /><br />Recipe for Bug Spray:</font><ul><li><font size="3">1 -12 oz bottle Witch Hazel&nbsp;</font></li><li><font size="3">15 drops Citronella Essential Oil</font></li><li><font size="3">15 drops Lemongrass EO</font></li><li><font size="3">10 drops of Peppermint EO</font></li><li><font size="3">10 drops of Tea Tree EO (optional, but works great if you have ticks as well)</font></li><li><font size="3">1/2 teaspoon glycerin (optional, helps to hold ingredients together)</font></li><li><font size="3">1 funnel</font></li><li><font size="3">1 empty&nbsp; spray container (I used <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Sprayers-Mavogel-Including-Stainless-Transfer/dp/B01MZWV879/ref=sr_1_41_a_it?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1531096382&amp;sr=8-41&amp;keywords=glass%2Bspray%2Bbottle&amp;th=1" target="_blank">2 oz colored glass spray bottle)</a></font></li><li><font size="3">1 empty glass jar to mix the ingredients in (I used the same jar to store extra mix)</font></li><li><font size="3">Mix the Witch Hazel and Essential Oils in Jar.&nbsp; Shake or stir well.</font></li><li><font size="3">Use the funnel to pour mix into the spray bottle.</font></li><li><font size="3">Shake the spray bottle before each use.</font></li><li><font size="3">Store extra away from light.</font></li></ul><font size="3">Remember, if you do not have all of the essential oils listed, use what you have.&nbsp; The Young Living Premium Starter Kit includes 12 essential oils including Peppermint, Lemon and Lavender.<br />Please respond about your experiences making and using this bug repellent!<br /><br />Resources:<br /></font>https://organicaromas.com/blogs/aromatherapy-and-essential-oils/diy-natural-mosquito-repellent-using-essential-oils<br />http://info.achs.edu/blog/green-cleaning-10-essential-oils-that-naturally-repel-insects<br />https://www.youngliving.com/en_US/products/premium-starter-kit-with-dewdrop<br /><br />https://www.amazon.com/Sprayers-Mavogel-Including-Stainless-Transfer/dp/B01MZWV879/ref=sr_1_41_a_it?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1531096382&amp;sr=8-41&amp;keywords=glass%2Bspray%2Bbottle&amp;th=1<br /><br /></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[How do we clean our yoga mats?]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/how-do-we-clean-our-yoga-mats]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/how-do-we-clean-our-yoga-mats#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Sun, 15 Apr 2018 22:51:46 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/how-do-we-clean-our-yoga-mats</guid><description><![CDATA[       This question was raised after a recent yoga class.&nbsp; It is a necessity to clean our mats on a regular basis to keep them smelling nice and looking fresh.Important tip:&nbsp; Yoga mats have a "stickiness" to them so we don't slip as we practice.&nbsp; To protect the stickiness of our mats we are careful to use mild soaps and other cleaning ingredients.&nbsp; I learned the hard way when I used a yoga mat spray that included Thieves and Purification essential oils.&nbsp; This is a great [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:left"> <a> <img src="https://www.yogawithgrace.net/uploads/1/2/5/0/12508817/published/20180415-185758-1.jpeg?1523833875" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph">This question was raised after a recent yoga class.&nbsp; It is a necessity to clean our mats on a regular basis to keep them smelling nice and looking fresh.<br /><em>Important tip</em>:&nbsp; Yoga mats have a "stickiness" to them so we don't slip as we practice.&nbsp; To protect the stickiness of our mats we are careful to use mild soaps and other cleaning ingredients.&nbsp; I learned the hard way when I used a yoga mat spray that included Thieves and Purification essential oils.&nbsp; This is a great smelling cleaner.&nbsp; However, after a few uses, I noticed I was slipping during Downward Dog.&nbsp; It turns out, Thieves contains lemon essential oil.&nbsp; The citrus oils are know to affect plastics and rubber.&nbsp; So be careful.<br /><em>Tip:</em>&nbsp; Yoga mats have evolved over time and are&nbsp;now made with varying textures and materials.&nbsp; What works with one may not with another.&nbsp; Some manufacturers post cleaning instructions on their websites.<br />So here we go:<br />1.&nbsp; Gaia.com recommended to spray your mat with a hose or rinsing in a bath tub.&nbsp; Then hang it to dry.&nbsp; Remember the wetter and thicker your mat is, the longer it will take to dry.&nbsp; So plan ahead so you will have your mat for class.&nbsp; <br /><em>Warning</em>:&nbsp; Avoid hanging your mat in direct sunlight as it may over dry your mat.&nbsp; <br />2.&nbsp; Some websites recommend washing your mat in a washing machine with mild soap.&nbsp; Be aware some mats may not do well with the agitation.&nbsp; A front load washer may be better.&nbsp; Do not use a clothes dryer.<br /><em>Great idea to ring out your mat</em>:<br />Lay your mat on a towel.&nbsp; Roll up the towel and mat.&nbsp; Apply pressure to the roll to squeeze out water.&nbsp; <br />Unroll&nbsp; mat and hang dry.<br />3.&nbsp; In a spay bottle mix 2 cups of water and 4 cups of dish soap.&nbsp; Using a damp sponge or terry cloth rag rub soiled areas.&nbsp; Wipe your mat clean with water and rub with a dry terry cloth towel.&nbsp; Hang to dry.<br />4.&nbsp; Make a solution of water and white vinegar using a 50/50 mix to clean your mat.&nbsp; This mix naturally disinfects.&nbsp; One website said the water/vinegar mix will restore the texture and color of a mat made of natural tree rubber.<br />5.&nbsp; Make a cleaning solution with essential oils which disinfects, cleans and smells nice.<br />&nbsp;&nbsp; Ingredients:&nbsp; 3/4 C water<br />&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1/4 C alcohol-free Witch Hazel or White Vinegar<br />&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;10 drops Lavender Essential Oil &amp; 3 drops Tea Tree (Melateuca) Essential Oil*<br />&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 2 OZ (60 ml) Glass Spray Bottle - tinted preserves essential oils<br />&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1. Combine all ingredients.<br />&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 2. Shake until combined.<br />&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 3. Spray on mat &amp; wipe dry with towel<br />&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; *Other possible Essential Oils:<br />&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Eucalyptus Radiata, Eucalyptus Globulus,&nbsp;&nbsp;Purification, Thyme, Lemongrass, Peppermint<br />&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Please use quality essential oils.&nbsp; Some oils contain added chemicals and perfumes.<br />&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; I use <a href="http://www.youngliving.com" target="_blank">Young Living Essential Oils</a>.<br />6.&nbsp; There are manufactured wipes and cleaners for mats.&nbsp; My husband bought some wipes for me at the local dollar store!<br /><br />I hope this is helpful for you. Please respond with your experiences cleaning your mat!<br />PS: I used the Essential Oil spray on my blocks too!<br /><br /><br /></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Standing Sunsalutation with a Chair]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/standing-sunsalutation-with-a-chair]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/standing-sunsalutation-with-a-chair#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Sat, 25 Nov 2017 16:53:58 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.yogawithgrace.net/pams-blog/standing-sunsalutation-with-a-chair</guid><description><![CDATA[Many of my Chair Yoga students have asked me to post some chair yoga videos.This is a similar version of Sunsalutation to what we do in class.&nbsp; Steve Wolf does a great job guiding us into each pose.&#8203;        [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="paragraph"><br />Many of my Chair Yoga students have asked me to post some chair yoga videos.<br />This is a similar version of Sunsalutation to what we do in class.&nbsp; Steve Wolf does a great job guiding us into each pose.<br />&#8203;</div>  <div class="wsite-youtube" style="margin-bottom:10px;margin-top:10px;"><div class="wsite-youtube-wrapper wsite-youtube-size-auto wsite-youtube-align-center"> <div class="wsite-youtube-container">  <iframe src="//www.youtube.com/embed/TGj3Ln7io6c?wmode=opaque" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> </div> </div></div>]]></content:encoded></item></channel></rss>