Post & Courier Doga Article, Photo Gallery and Video

Thanks to David Quick for covering our Doga fundraiser. Great article David!

http://postandcourier.com/news/2009/apr/16/yoga_dogs_breaks_workout_rut78801/

Yoga Journal Article on Vegetarianism

Interesting article about the yogic history of vegetarianism

http://www.yogajournal.com/wisdom/999?utm_source=MyYogaJournal&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=myj_357

Avocado & Quinoa Salad

Hi everyone. I want to share a recipe I discovered recently (although I have tweaked the original a bit for us vegetarians!) I would recommend this a side to some veggie burgers on the grill, serve over mixed greens or it makes a nice refreshing side to anything!!

Also remember I don't always keep track of time and sometimes "eye" amounts!!

AVOCADO & QUINOA SALAD
1 1/2 c quinoa
2 1/2 c organic veggie broth
cook these together until broth is absorbed and quinoa is soft. (maybe 10-15 minutes) Let cool.
2 Haas Avocados, diced
2 stalks org celery, diced
1 med or 1 cup org grape tomatoes, diced
1 lemon, juiced
salt and pepper to taste (I also like to add a touch of"spike")
Toss the veggies in the lemon juice then add to the quinoa. Season to taste. You can serve immed or store in the fridge until ready to serve.

Enjoy!!! Tricia

Stay tuned for some smoothie recipes-just in time for the warmer weather!!!

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Challenge Testimonial from Elyse Waple

My husband, Paul, and I both successfully completed the February Yoga Challenge: 25 classes in 28 days! We have enjoyed practicing yoga at home for years and moved our practice to Serenity Now last year - being consistent as we feel like being.

Committing to the challenge gave us "permission" to do what we always intend to do: practice yoga everyday - guilt-free. As adults, other responsibilities tend to pull us from doing things for ourselves (which truly is the most important responsibility). Participating in the challenge provided social acceptance when we say, "We HAVE to go to yoga class - the challenge," (enough said).

Mind, Body, Spirit! Oh, yes. It has been awesome to be committed to giving time to turn inward and quiet the mind, be on the mat and nurture body and soul. The variety of classes offered allow us to listen to our bodies and attend classes suitable for that particular day.

Just like every aspect of health, yoga practice is like an onion - a continuous process of peeling away layers, some easier than others, constantly adjusting for balance, harmony and health.

Needless to say, when the March Challenge - Double or Nothing was suggested, we were quick to be in on it. I already had intended to continue the pattern established in February. I have read that it takes 21 times for something to become a habit. What an awesome habit!

As a Doctor of Chiropractic, I cannot say enough about the positive benefits of yoga. Consultations with patients seldom conclude without the question, "Have you ever tried practicing yoga?" One of my favorite opportunities to adjust is following yoga practice.

41 out of 48 Completed the Challenge - Nice Work!

Share Your Experience

Many students have been sharing their experience with respect to the February challenge. We would love to hear from you. Email me if you'd like to post your thoughts on the blog.

Namaste,

Noele