Rootdown Yoga

Gamers move over

rootdownyoga — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 06:22:17 +0000

I’m not a gamer by any means, though there are a hand full of games I love and the rest frustrate me to no end. I miss the two dimensional days of Mario for Nintendo and Tetras. I have found a 3D game with no boundaries that I enjoy. It’s Flower for the PS3.

This game can be downloaded right from the PlayStation Store through the conceal itself. The concept of the game is you are the wind. Which you control by moving the controller and pushing just one button. Simple. You collect petals as you blow past trails of blossoms. It’s up lifting as you move through the levels changing what was once brown fields into lovely colour. I love it and have to laugh when I find myself leaning into the game.

“Reviewers praised the game’s music, visuals, and gameplay, calling it a unique and compelling emotional experience. It was named the “best independent game of 2009″ at the Spike Video Game Awards, and won the “Casual Game of the Year” award by the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences.” [wikipedia]

Tagged: Art and design, Off the mat, Video

Every WOMAN countdown

rootdownyoga — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:47:34 +0000

Hi everyone, just wanted to let you know that every WOMAN Powell River is fast approaching, although the early bird registration deadline has ended, you are still eligible to receive $25 off before March 15. All you have to do is when filling out your registration form type KEELY into the promo code. Come, join the fun by CLICKING HERE.

March is Nutrition month

rootdownyoga — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 06:43:18 +0000

Spring is nearing and I’m finding my cravings are changing with the weather. It’s going from stew and pastas to stir-fries and salads. In support of nutrition month and to get ourselves thinking healthy for the warmer seasons ahead, I’ve posted a few links to look at to get us on a new track. I hope it sparks something new for you, enjoy!

- With great tips, healthy recipes and all the information you need on good food. Dietitians of Canada

- A must see movie about the food we eat. Food Inc.

- I want to inspire you to get in the kitchen and cook meals for yourself and your family from scratch, whether you’re a complete beginner or a good cook who likes simplicity. A great ambassador of the home grown meals movement, Jamie Oliver. Visit his site to see what he’s up to and get your hands on delicious recipes.
Jamie Oliver

- When thinking of nutrition don’t forget what flowers, leaves and plants can do for our health. Alternative Remedies that Work

- And if you are up for the challenge… A Year Without Junk Food

Tagged: Foodie, Health, Movies, Recipes, Websites

Doin’ the pigeon

rootdownyoga — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 06:34:21 +0000

Tonight’s class was dedicated to hips. I’m with Bert, pigeon, is one of my favourites too.

[via yogadorks]

Tagged: Just for fun, On the mat, Video, Yoga on video

Lots of celebrating this weekend

rootdownyoga — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 06:31:23 +0000

It was a great weekend. I had a birthday, spent time with great friends and the men’s hockey team won gold.

Life can get back to normal, the Olympics are closed. The energy was on high all the way to the end – what a hockey game. National free yoga day was also this weekend and we celebrated with a class on Saturday. There was a great turn out and a lot of new faces. Thank you for everyone who came and to Violet for the amazing cookies. The perfect post-yoga treat. Here’s the recipe, try them!

Sivananda Cookies

3 cups plus 1 tablespoon rolled oats
3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon whole wheat flour
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup raisins or golden raisins
1/3 cup raw unsalted peanuts*
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons oil
About 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons water

Heat the oven to 400 degrees F. Grease two or three baking sheets. Combine the dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl, add the oil, and mix thoroughly. Stir in enough water to make a firm dough.
Take a spoonful of dough, about the size of a ping-pong ball. Roll it into a ball, place on one of the baking sheets, and flatten to a circle about 4 inches in diameter. Repeat to make 12 cookies. Bake in the oven for 12 to 15 minutes, until golden at the edges. Cool on a wire rack.
* Use sunflower seeds, roughly chopped almonds, and/or unsweetened dried coconut instead of, or as well as, the unsalted peanuts.
Makes 12

Recipe from The Yoga Cookbook and recipelink.com

Tagged: My life, Recipes

Mark this on your calendar

rootdownyoga — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 02:32:36 +0000

National Free Yoga Day is Saturday, February 27 this year and we are celebrating with a class from 11:30 am – 1 pm. Come out and feel the benefits of yoga first hand.

Let the games begin

rootdownyoga — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 23:47:59 +0000

Wow! What an opening ceremony celebration last night. The highlight for me was k.d. Lang singing Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah.

Not from the ceremonies…amazing still…

Tagged: Music, Video

Elizabeth Gilbert :: TED Talks

rootdownyoga — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 07:48:29 +0000

I’m in the middle of reading Committed, which has rekindled my love for the humbled writer, Elizabeth Gilbert. I am one of her readers, that after finishing Eat, Pray, Love, I couldn’t wait to read her next great work. I visited her site monthly in hopes for an announcement of a release date and checked Chapters online often to make sure it didn’t slip through the cracks. Now that it’s here, I once again have Liz fever, ok I’m not that excited, but I do enjoy having my weekend coffee with her.

A year ago, she did a TED talk. Presenting a fresh way of keeping our creative accomplishments in perspective… and suggests what creative genius is. A must watch or listen.
CLICK to watch: Elizabeth Gilbert on nurturing creativity

“It’s a funny, personal and surprisingly moving talk.” – TED

Tagged: Off the mat, Video

Winter afternoon :: Photo of the week

rootdownyoga — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 06:42:12 +0000

A moody picture taken at Powell Lake, late one February afternoon.

Tagged: Photos, Powell River

Every WOMAN Powell River :: April 17

rootdownyoga — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 06:11:34 +0000

This is the wellness event of the year for us ladies in PR! If you haven’t been to an Every WOMAN event, now is your chance. I’ll be there, leading the yoga class first thing in the morning and taking in an array of healthy goodness the rest of the day. Attending this event is a great way to experience a fitness class you’ve always wanted to try or learn about healthy habits to incorporate into your lifestyle. Registration is open! What are you waiting for? CLICK here.

[Every WOMAN logo from website]