It’s been a whirlwind of summer travel, and I’m now back at home recovering. Here’s a fun pic from dance camp last month.

Have you gotten a chance to do the recent Stretch & Chill class? It’s a special one that I recorded at a guesthouse south of Yosemite. It’s a calming class perfect for evening or anytime you need to unwind. You can actually watch the sun setting over the trees behind me throughout the video. 😊🧡

What’s one pose you didn’t like at first but have grown to love?

For me, it’s reclined butterfly. When I was younger, I felt nothing in this pose — but now, in my 51 yo vessel, it gives me a sweet gentle stretch 😌

In one word, how do you feel after a yin practice?

Soft. That’s the word that often comes up for me after yin. Softer body, softer mind. What word comes to mind for you?

What’s one pose you come back to again and again?

For me it’s Dragonfly. My body just loves this combination of forward bending for the hamstrings with a straddle for the inner legs, and it releases my spine like no other pose. I’d love to hear what pose you return to most often.

Join me at 7,500 feet elevation for today’s 25 minute Yin Fascia Release video, which was filmed in the Sierra Nevada high country - next to these alpine hot springs!

This practice will melt tension from the connective tissues throughout your whole body - from shoulders and spine down to hips and legs.

How do you like to set the mood for your practice space?

My current ritual is to sweep the floor, dim the lights, and put on yoga-friendly clothes that make me feel good. These three little things really help to shift the energy in the space.

What’s your favorite way to set up your space?