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In yoga studios across the world, today, March 21, is a special day. The Spring Equinox represents a change in seasons, and it is celebrated by doing 108 Sun Salutations. (Here are the first 5 poses in Sun Salutation A). Typically this ritual is performed 4 times a year, with the start of each season, to acknowledge the changing world around us. It usually takes about 1 1/2 - 2 hours to Read more
Although it feels like we were just talking about bikini workouts and sunscreen, tomorrow is the first day of Winter — aka the Winter Solstice. You can celebrate by getting outside for a Winter run, cooking up a hearty pot of soup, or do like the yogis do: perform 108 Sun Salutations, a practice called Mala. The number 108 is considered sacred in Hindu and Buddhist belief systems, and it Read more
Yoga is a huge part of my life, ever since a friend introduced me to the ancient practice in college over a decade ago. I do a little bit every day, but I'm definitely not as obsessed with yoga as some of my friends. Are you? Here are 10 signs you are unmistakeably a yogini through and through. Your voicemail begins and ends with "Namaste." Black leggings are your LBD. At your fave Mexican Read more
If, like me, you've been lusting after a Madeline Weinrib rug for years, but haven't popped enough pennies in your piggy bank to provide for the purchase, I've got a treat to ease the heartache. The painter and textile designer is moving from the rug factory to the paper mill with a new line of luxury stationery for Dempsey & Carroll. Featuring hand-bordered cards and envelopes with Read more
Coachella's 2011 lineup has been announced, and when the three-day festival kicks off in April, Arcade Fire, Kings of Leon, and Kanye West will each headline a day. Other acts I'm excited about? The Black Keys, The Strokes, Best Coast, Cee Lo Green, The National, Sleigh Bells — just to name a few! Coachella takes place on April 15, 16, and 17 at The Empire Polo Field in Indio, CA. Check out Read more
