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Emily MacDonald Wellness

Iyengar Yoga at Many Hats Workspace
Wednesdays, 6:00-7:15pm
An 8-week program beginning September 11

Emily is a student and teacher of Iyengar yoga, a method that emphasizes alignment and the systematic cultivation of strength, flexibility, concentration and balance. Her involvement in a regional Iyengar yoga teacher training program over the past 4 years has allowed her to continuously develop and refine her skills as a teacher. She has also studied with senior Canadian, American and Indian Iyengar teachers and is deeply inspired by their knowledge and passion for the Iyengar method. Emily's commitment to the practice of yoga has helped her lead a balanced life and serve as a teacher who leads by example. Her mission is to always bring out the best in her students and to create a learning environment where safety and having fun are essential. Off the mat, Emily is a Registered Dietitian and works in the field of health promotion.

05/15/2020

Finding balance. Thank you for helping me find these moments of upliftedness (not a word?) during this time of pandemic.

04/17/2020

Backbend week. Having fun with urdhva dhanurasana to dwi pada viparita dandasana using a chair.

04/13/2020

Yoga fun with some of my Maritime Iyengar Yoga family 💓

04/12/2020

Glorious day with so much to feel grateful for

03/31/2020

The third of an eight class program, based on my most recent in-studio session! Building on our work so far, here's a new class to stay uplifted!

03/29/2020

A swaying tree by the river.

03/24/2020

The second of an eight class program, based on my most recent in-studio session! Keep following along as we ride out quarantine together!

03/21/2020

As many of us are spending an inordinate amount of time at home as of late, I've decided to post a video series based on my most recent 8-week in-studio session! I hope you will follow along and develop a home practice that inspires you to keep unrolling your mat :)

03/20/2020

Hanging out.

03/16/2020

My yoga practice is a constant in my life. When the outside world feels scary, turning inward can be a real refuge. Sometimes it’s the inner world that is most uncomfortable, finding centre then is the shelter until the storm passes. If you have healthful practices- keep them going now; if you’re searching for something to help is my fav mindfulness app and is a great site for yoga, Pilates and more. An awesome free app which I love is MindShift by ... let’s take care of each other

03/15/2020

Practicing a lot of immune focused and restorative yoga in my little sanctuary these past couple weeks. Inhale, exhale.

02/23/2020

Salamaba Sarvangasana & Karnapidasana at the wall for a quiet Sunday evening practice.

01/25/2020

Playing with the chair to explore side body extension and back lung expansion! Thanks for the inspiration to have a lot of fun with the practice 🙏🏼

01/17/2020

Practice.

01/10/2020

‘Where there is chitta (consciousness) there prana (breath) is focused, and where prana is there chitta is focused’ ... from BKS Iyengar’s ‘Light on Pranayama’ ...I didn’t set a real New Years Resolution, but did write out one goal, which is to dedicate two practice sessions per week to pranayama. Curious how other yogis balance their asana and pranayama practices throughout the week?

01/08/2020

Little extra time in Upavistha Konasana this morning, using ropes to lift the back ribs in and keep spine nice and tall. The feet at the wall also help to show which foot/leg wants to roll in/out.

01/07/2020

Monday vibes on the Viparita bench. .waterbury

01/05/2020

Bharadvajasana I. For longest time I really focused on keeping the ‘back’ sitting bone down, but lately I’ve been letting it lift to facilitate a bit more turning. Second pic- Teddy Bear giving some alignment cues before sarvangasana 🤣

01/05/2020

I’m working to keep my heart lifted and open here in ustrasana. It’s feeling heavy for Australia. I’ve tried to make a donation at https://www.wires.org/au (a wildlife rescue organization) but the site won’t process my donation. Anyone else have any luck making online donations?? let us know how to help!

01/04/2020

Due to the forecasted inclement weather, class for Sunday, January 5th has been cancelled. See you all on the 12th. Stay safe!

01/03/2020

Same pose (halasana) this time without support, Different doggie.

01/01/2020

Halasana with support. Taking some quiet time with practice this evening following a beautiful Holiday season. Halasana means plow pose, and just as a plow brings order to a field, this pose brings order in the energetic fields of self

12/15/2019

A pose within a pose: Viparīta Daṇḍāsana over a fine Adho mukha śvānāsana. thanks for practicing with me .tha.poo 🤭🐶🙏🏼

12/10/2019

"A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step" -Chinese proverb

"A journey of an unassisted pull-up ... begins with a 60 lbs assisted pull-up" - Me 😅

12/09/2019

Sunday session with fellow Iyengar Yoga teachers. Coming together as a sangha, or community of devoted practitioners, we learn and grow from one another. We encourage each other, we laugh, we evolve. So grateful for my yoga friendships. @ Glen Haven

12/06/2019

New fitness goal: strength. Week 1/6!

10/15/2019

I've always dreamed of having my own set of ropes. I love my new rope wall and so does Molly Cool.

09/17/2019

"Yoga practice is not about being perfect - it is about being kind to yourself." - Judith Hanson Lasater

Join me at Monday, September 23rd to discover (or rediscover) the practice of yoga.

09/04/2019

New Yoga Classes starting Monday, September 23rd!

8-week session starting September 23rd, Mondays from 7:00-8:15pm

Suited to beginners and those new to yoga, classes will emphasize correct alignment and how to develop your home practice.

Location: Many Hats Workspace, 3rd Floor of the Bedford Basin Farmers Market, 397 Bedford Highway

Pricing: $100 for the 8-week session
Discounts: 20% off for seniors, students with valid ID, or referral for you and your friend!

To register, send me a message or email emilymacdonaldwellness@gmail.com
Hope to see you there!
Emily

09/04/2019

Joyful movement in beautiful places with best friends. @ Mabou, Nova Scotia

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Glorious day with so much to feel grateful for #purvottanasana #yogaeverywhere #iyengaryoga

Intro to Yoga: Class #3 - Cultivate strength in standing postures!

The third of an eight class program, based on my most recent in-studio session! Building on our work so far, here's a new class to stay uplifted!

A swaying tree by the river. #iyengaryoga #wellness #sundayvibes

Intro to Yoga: Class #2 - Focus on twists!

The second of an eight class program, based on my most recent in-studio session! Keep following along as we ride out quarantine together!

Intro to Yoga: Class #1 - Home practice for Beginners!

"A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step" -Chinese proverb "A journey of an unassisted pull-up ... begins with a 60 lbs assisted pull-up" - Me 😅 #fitisfun #fitnessmotivation #physicalactivity #sweatlife

"Yoga practice is not about being perfect - it is about being kind to yourself." - Judith Hanson Lasater Join me at @manyhatshalifax Monday, September 23rd to discover (or rediscover) the practice of yoga. #thesweatlife #judithhansonlasater #iyengaryoga #halifaxyoga

Salamba Sirsasana: The King of Asanas This beautiful pose teaches us to be humble and brave at the same time. Once the physical actions of the posture are learned, usually at the introductory level, one can take time to explore the subtler qualities of balance including that of surrender. One of my favorite BKS Iyengar quotes is ‘yoga does not change the way we see things, it transforms the one who sees’. In sirsasana we most definitely see the world differently, but its in continuity of practice and learning that we become transformed by this work. #iyengaryoga #wellness #yoga #halifaxyoga #yogahalifax #sirsasana

Sequence for Sleep 2/4

Sequence for Sleep 2/4: Supta Baddha Konasana, Supta Virasana, Salamba Sirsasana.

Flow

My yoga practice is a constant companion and source of unlimited joy and peace. My practice is a work in progress—evolving and maturing as I do. Each time I step on the mat I am learning, sometimes discoveries happen out of nowhere—and other times after years of inquiry. Building a home practice definitely requires commitment to get on the mat, but that doesn’t mean it needs to be complicated. This video shows a quick 5-minute practice (sped up) consisting of a few sun salutations. Start small—but be consistent. Unroll your mat, breathe and have some fun! . . #iyengaryoga #wellness #yoga #halifaxyoga #yogahalifax

Supta Tadasana, Supta Padangusthasana I & II, Supta Urdhva Hastasana. These four postures, performed on the floor help to lengthen the lower back and stretch the backs of the legs. A complete practice on their own or part of a longer practice. #iyengaryoga #wellness #yoga #halifaxyoga

Making time for yoga

Sometimes it feels as though there are not enough minutes in the day to do all the things we need to do. In my experience, the more I practice yoga, the more space I create in my life. Why do you make time for yoga?

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