A 5 min description and intro + an energetic practice into the adrenals and kidneys.

We integrate "waves" into spine in the opening sun salutations in W1 pose, the energy of water, creativity and relaxing into your body.

- Continuation of the HPA Axis and the hormones released during stressful experiences
- HPA Axis dysfunction
- Nourishing the Adrenals
- Introduction to the sex hormones
- Dismissing the assumptions and politics of the sex hormones
- The energy anatomy around the sex hormones and second chakra an...

Neuroendocrine flow - using breath, dynamic cathartic movements, sweat into particular endocrine structures.

This is considered advanced because of the volume of "shining skull" breath and breath retentions. Take care to rest and avoid stressing your system. This requires a sound knowledge of how to do kaphalabhati.

Ear ringing is a thing! It has increased, I would add, due to uptake of devices and stress. This practice is really good for it.

We do restorative and de-stressing practices for the face, jaw, neck, shoulders and ending with hips.

This set begins with the auspicious number 21 with sound. The 'mmm" of the AUM, bhramari breath with neck releases and one AUM = 21 sets of sound. We also focus on extending the exhale to reduce stress.

Class overview:

- Today is robust in conversation around the human nervous system. If you're new to breath practices, "nerve cleansing" is a term referenced throughout much of yogic literature (old and new). Pranayama can help or hinder us depending upon where we're at emotionally or physically:...

I've had a concussion before and symptoms sometimes pop up and create stress in the body and soul as a result. I feel for you if this is the case. We begin with ujjayi breath with a focus on one hand on the belly, one hand on the head to make a cranial-belly connection, to clear the energy "grid"...

This intermediate breath practice begins with a brief education on serotonin and a research piece on Wim Hof breath. Expect the physiological sigh, "stomach pumping" breath and a variation of Wim Hof style breath x 4. This is great for low energy, depressed mood and helps elevate dopamine / sero...

Tamasic energy (heaviness) and working WITH it rather than against it - is key. A messy version of you is perfectly welcome here! This class was filmed in the thick of all the global chaos and I was noticing a lot of my friends and students were feeling overwhelmed and depressed. I hope this help...

This is advanced in the sense that we do 108 bellows breaths - which may not be suitable for beginners or if you are experiencing anxiety in your body. This is excellent for depression, low moods, the end of a cold and is said to build immunity and fortitude for the winter season.

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Chad Chomlack is a former Whistler, BC resident and professional action sport photographer. He has shifted over the years mentoring young men and innately is the cooles...

This is one of my faves! It is energizing, positive-forward breath with the energy of the sun for lethargy, depression, tension and brain fog.

A brief chat on the brain, neruons and glial health in the brain.

We begin with 4-7-8 breath + Sudarshan Kriya. This is an excellent set for those of you with anxiety, depression and is said to be helpful with PTSD.

Surya Kriya = Sunshine kriya. Great for end of colds, flus, low energy, depression.... enjoy!

A brief 5 min talk on attentional bias and the efficacy of this breath set. (Research that has been done). Has been reported as an excellent breath set for anxiety, PTSD and depression.

We lost an hour of sleep! Studies show during this week that typically crime rates are higher, court sentencing is higher, divorces and break ups are higher as well as depression and low moods..all because of our precious sleep! This is a good breath set that can be done even if done in your bed....

This is an intense kriya for the neck and thyroid gland in particular. There are studies that show a direct impact of pranayama and asana on regulating the thyroid gland, responsible for many things in our body like metabolism and overall health. See your homeopath or doctor about getting a blood...

This is a busy and active pranayama set. There are ten parts to that are said to align with the "ten bodies" of our human experience. It is not a calming set while doing it, but will create a ripple of calm for your day. Expect a lot of bhastrika or bellows breaths - that quickly oxygenate the bo...

Today's breath practice is action-packed kriya with a bit of stretch. It is excellent for feeling low, depressed, sad or requiring a wake-up!

This is a high energy set - great if you're feel low in energy or depressed.