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RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Wednesday, February 27th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Wednesday, February 27th, 2019The news of the day: You probably woke up to snow this morning . . . it’s not supposed to last. RiversZen is open today and we look forward to seeing you. Drive safely. It could be icy until mid-morning. It’s worth the trip to class . . . if for nothing but the view. Planks will be the focus in my Core Stretch and Balance class in Astoria tonight at 5:45pm. Don’t let that deter you. We will be working through the pose breaking it apart into it’s componen...2019-02-2701 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Tuesday, February 26th, 2019Welcome to this Edition of RiversZen Today for Tuesday, February 26th, 2019The news of the day: Yesterday in class we continued working on our plank . . . considering the option to do it against the wall, off a stability ball, bent or straight armed, with or without support under your torso. The key is to identify your weak link, whether it be your arms, wrists, torso, whatever and support it as you develop the strength to bear the weight of the pose. Moments at a time are sufficient, trying to practice it a few times a day for 10 seconds more...2019-02-2602 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Monday, February 25th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Monday February 25th, 2019 The news of the day: There have been some requests for a morning Yogalates class in Ilwaco. Kim can’t be there in the morning . . . other than Saturdays, of course. So, Peggy, that’s me, is going take the plunge. I have subbed before . . . and we know I love all the things that develop a healthy core. Starting next Wednesday, March 6th, I will be teaching a Yogalates class in Ilwaco at 9:00 am. I probably tend to be a bit older in my taste for music . . . maybe more...2019-02-2502 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today, the weekend edition for Saturday and Sunday, February 23rd and 24th, 2019Welcome to the weekend edition of RiversZen Today for Saturday and Sunday, February 23rd and 24th, 2019News of the day: The weekend is here. Looks like it is going to be a rainy day. A great day to stay in and do something you have been wanting to do but just never seem to find the time to do. It can be anything. A big or small project. Pick something and get it done. It can be personal such as doing your nails or giving yourself a facial or it can be bigger such as cleaning your desk...2019-02-2302 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Friday, February 22nd, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Friday, February 22nd, 2019The news of the day: During class today we spent some time reconnecting with dolphin plank . . . certainly one of my favorite poses and a huge way to improve your core strength. The key to dolphin is identifying your weakest link and working toward strengthening that part of your body. It’s most likely that in any given class there will be students with bad shoulders, hips, legs, ankles, wrists or any number of compromised body parts. As you set yourself up for plank feel free to utilize bo...2019-02-2202 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Thursday, February 21st, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Thursday, February 21st, 2019The news of the day: A good portion of my time today has been devoted to my computer. Suffice to say, that is synonymous with frustration as far as I am concerned. I guess it goes along with our topic of the week . . . connecting and reconnecting . . . that’s what our computers are, right . . . our connection to our history, our job, our family, our community and more. If it is not working as we wish, then it’s time to figure out how to reconnect . . . whether it’s throug...2019-02-2101 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Wednesday, February 20th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Wednesday, February 20th, 2019The news of the day: This week is about connections and trying to make reconnections for those body parts that don’t work like they once did. Sometimes it’s a surprise. We didn’t even know that it happened. Other times we know exactly when it happened as we witnessed it very clearly as we crashed and burned skiing down a hill or had an auto accident or any number of memorable painful experiences that can happen to each of us. The surprises are often the most d...2019-02-2002 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Tuesday, February 19th, 2019Welcome to this Edition of RiversZen Today for Tuesday, February 19th, 2019The news of the day: Yesterday I shared this week was all about identifying your body’s challenges and working on finding solutions. Did you start assessing yet? Have you checked your arms for backward and upward range of motion? We typically don’t have problems with forward range of motion of our arms as that is the path they are normally following. How about your legs? What does your forward fold look like? Have you visited your hamstrings and calves lately? Do your calves get angry? When...2019-02-1902 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Monday, February 18th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Monday February 18th, 2019 The news of the day: How do you handle those things in your life that are just out of reach. I’m talking about those body parts you were easily able to connect with years ago . . . maybe it’s your toes or the middle of your shoulders or tying your shoes or how about reaching the things in the back seat of the car or on the top shelf of your closet. Have you found that your reach has become a little challenged? Let’s begin by assess...2019-02-1802 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today, the weekend edition for Saturday and Sunday, February 16th and 17th, 2019Welcome to the weekend edition of RiversZen Today for Saturday and Sunday, February 16th and 17th, 2019News of the day: Those of you who have come in for a full assessment have had posture photos taken over the last few years. It might be time to come back in and get updated photos to be able to compare to that earlier date. If you have not had an assessment you might not know what posture photos are. They are nothing more than a series of photos taken of you standing against a grid or a doorway in order...2019-02-1602 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Friday, February 15th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Friday, February 15th, 2019The news of the day: The results have been posted. We are excited to share we have won the Coast Weekend Readers’ Choice Awards Best Yoga award again this year. This is the sixth year in a row. We are very appreciative of all who voted for us and will continue to strive to be worthy of that trust. Here is the full list of winners, runners up and honorable mentions for your review. https://www.discoverourcoast.com/coast-weekend/full-list-of-winners-runners-up-and-honorable-mentions/article_e89d9792-2...2019-02-1501 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Thursday, February 14th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Thursday, February 14th, 2019The news of the day: Today is Valentine’s Day. Hope all of you will be able to spend at least a part of your day doing something you love with someone you love. I get to be in Ilwaco teaching with my hubby. How cool is that. I’m excited because a group of students from Hilltop Middle School in Ilwaco will be coming to RiversZen. They are participating in a program called ROCKS where they choose from a list of activities to attend at various time...2019-02-1402 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Wednesday, February 13th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Wednesday, February 13th, 2019The news of the day: Today’s post is short and sweet . . . Valentine’s Day is Thursday. Have you done anything nice for you lately? I know you want to do something for the special people in your life . . . but what about you? Do something that will really make a difference for you . . . and maybe that same gift would be perfect for those special people in your life. Maybe you go on a walk . . . maybe you take the time to massage each other’s feet or watch the ki...2019-02-1302 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Tuesday, February 12th, 2019Welcome to this Edition of RiversZen Today for Tuesday, February 12th, 2019The news of the day: Do you find it a challenge to balance on one leg? Do you hold on to the wall or a counter or maybe your couch to maintain your balance? Orientation or the position of your body is a large part of your body’s ability to maintain equilibrium and coordination. Providing support is never a bad thing as it helps your brain to connect with where you are in space. Our balance is maintained by the information being sent to the brain by...2019-02-1203 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Monday, February 11th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Monday February 11th, 2019 The news of the day: Right now is always the perfect time for a new beginning. You don’t need to wait for the New Year, next month, after you get the next project completed, after the kids graduate high school or college, after retirement or when you feel better. Whatever you want can begin now. It might be a baby step or even a step you have taken before; but right now is always a great time to clean the slate and start anew. And it ca...2019-02-1102 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today, the weekend edition for Saturday and Sunday, February 9th and 10th, 2019Welcome to the weekend edition of RiversZen Today for Saturday and Sunday, February 9th and 10th, 2019News of the day: As I post this, we have snow collecting but it doesn’t look as bad as the forecast so our full schedule of classes will be happening today. Put on your heavy jacket, gloves, scarf and boots and head out the door. We will be there waiting for you. The view from each of our studios is breathtaking and you know the workout is going to be fun, relaxing, exhilarating or maybe a combination of the above. Each ti...2019-02-0902 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today Friday, February 8th, 2019RiversZen Today for Friday, February 8th, 2019= = = = = = = = =Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Friday, February 8th, 2019 The news of the day: I’m hearing lots of comments about being stuffy both from colds and allergies right now. I understand your frustration. I am having a bit of a problem myself. I guess allergy season may be upon us. My post today is how to regain that breath. Breathing through your mouth gets old and feels unnatural to me even though it was my state of being for many years when I lived in Arizona. There we...2019-02-0802 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Thursday, February 7th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Thursday, February 7th, 2019The news of the day: Checking on the 10 day forecast, we don’t have much change in temperature . . . with evening lows hanging right around freezing and the highs hovering in the low 40’s. And every two days we are scheduled to alternate a day of sun followed by two days of rain/snow. A tough time to stay in balance. But lucky for you Kathie Hobbs is planning to prepare you for all of that chilly changeable weather. Kathie’s class today is going to concentrate on hip op...2019-02-0702 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Wednesday, February 6th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Wednesday, February 6th, 2019The news of the day: I want you to think about your daily motions. Which directions do you naturally move during the day? Which directions do you not move with any regularity? Start becoming more deliberate with the directions you rarely experience. Each of our daily activities may vary. I’m sure there are many similarities and I’m venturing a guess that you don’t spend much time moving your arms behind your body. Test out that range of motion and work on stretching backwards to improv...2019-02-0602 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Tuesday, February 5th, 2019Welcome to this Edition of RiversZen Today for Tuesday, February 5th, 2019The news of the day: As I post this the temperature is right at freezing and feels like 25 degrees. The low is expected to be 28 degrees. Looking at the forecast we are not supposed to see much rain again until Friday. We have not had to deal with much freezing weather this year so be careful. You might see ice on the highway in the morning. Black ice is not fun. Anticipate it when the conditions are prime . . . like tonight. If the worst happens and you get...2019-02-0502 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Monday, February 4th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Monday February 4th, 2019 The news of the day: As I am preparing this post I have not seen any traffic out on the highway for quite some time. Kim shared it took Chris 45 minutes to make it home. The school district up the peninsula is on a two hour delayed start. We have not yet heard any mention of a delay for Astoria. We will keep you posted as soon as we know anything. With the amount of snow we see up here, I thought I would share a great...2019-02-0402 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today, the weekend edition for Saturday and Sunday, February 2nd and 3rd, 2019Welcome to the weekend edition of RiversZen Today for Saturday and Sunday, February 2nd and 3rd, 2019News of the day: A new month has begun and it’s time to assess how the year is working out for you. Did you make any resolutions for the new year? Have you been able to stay in line with the guidelines of your resolutions? Don’t fret if the answers are no. You can review your experience and re-evaluate. You can start over. If you are looking for a bit of support, feel free to book an assessment to learn more...2019-02-0202 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Friday, February 1st, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Friday, February 1st, 2019The news of the day: Yesterday was one of those days that truly confirms that what we do truly works. I don’t need to be convinced . . . but it is very nice when things happen to clearly demonstrate the effectiveness of what we do. Yesterday when I arrived at the studio in Ilwaco to teach my gentle class I had a bloated stomach from something I had eaten (I think it was cashews, which I love); my bicep was really tender whenever I raised my arm overhead an...2019-02-0102 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Thursday, January 31st, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Thursday, January 31st, 2019The news of the day: Hey Astoria . . . did you know we have a retired Knappa school teacher teaching at RiversZen. I guess you just can’t expect a teacher to quit teaching. Kathie Hobbs has been coming to RiversZen since we opened in 2012 and about a year ago she shared she was interested in teaching a traditional yoga class. That was pretty exciting for us. Much like us, Kathie had noticed that her mom and several other family members had lost their ability to move and she di...2019-01-3102 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Wednesday, January 30th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Wednesday, January 30th, 2019The news of the day: Today’s post is very short. The photos tells it all. Our focus this week is motion and the photo featured today demonstrates the importance of staying in motion. The quadriceps of a 40 year old triathlete are shown in the top photo so you can compare it to a 74 year old who is sedentary in the middle photo and a 74 year old triathlete in the bottom photo. I know we are not all going to be triathletes at any age, and there ar...2019-01-3001 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Tuesday, January 29th, 2019Welcome to this Edition of RiversZen Today for Tuesday, January 29th, 2019The news of the day: You remember the old adage . . . sleep like a log . . . is that you? Or do you wake in the morning not sure if you are the log. Hard, stiff, immoveable? Remember our focus this week is motion . . . all forms. What’s most important is that you find various ways to move throughout your day. Including motioned centered around sleep. It may not seem like it, but sleeping is hard work. I like to prepare my body before sleep and before getting out of be...2019-01-2903 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Monday, January 28th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Monday, January 28th, 2019 The news of the day: The focus this week is the importance of motion. What does your daily routine look like? Do you move every day or just the days you go to the studio? Days certainly do get busy but don’t lose sight of the important stuff. Try to move every day and keep in mind that your movement doesn’t need to be over the top. It can be done throughout your day and be as simple as walking. The key is to move your...2019-01-2802 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today, the weekend edition for Saturday and Sunday, January 26th and 27th, 2019Welcome to the weekend edition of RiversZen Today for Saturday and Sunday, January 26th and 27th, 2019News of the day: Do you ever wish you could do find a different way to celebrate with your friends and family for birthdays, holidays or any other special day? Or maybe you want to offer something unique for your co-workers. Consider a private yoga class. RiversZen can create a class specific to your wishes. Maybe a bachelorette party, or for an anniversary or reunion. It can be scheduled in one of our facilities, at your location or an event center of...2019-01-2602 minRiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Friday, January 25th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Friday, January 25th, 2019The news of the day: Yesterday we talked about maintaining life skills and checking in from time to time to make sure you are still capable of performing them. Did you spend any time since then checking out any basic moves? What did you try? Getting up and down to/from the floor? Balancing on one leg? Can you scratch your own back . . . are you able to clasp your hands together in the center of your back? Can you touch your toes? Can you do a squat...2019-01-2502 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Thursday, January 24th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Thursday, January 24th, 2019The news of the day: What are your goals when coming to class? Are you looking for relief of pain? Increased range of motion? Weight loss? Improved strength? Stress relief? Improved balance? Or some other reason? It helps us create a more effective class if you share with us what you are looking to experience. Our members range in age from teenagers to eighty plus years. That is exciting for us. As we develop our body awareness and connect with what we need to keep our body...2019-01-2402 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Wednesday, January 23rd, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Wednesday, January 23rd, 2019The news of the day: Ok Astoria, two new classes for you today. Dave will be adding his new Beginning Tai Chi – Qigong for Everyone class at 9:00 am. This class will have a follow-up email sharing the various moves presented in the class so you can practice prior to returning next week or popping across the River to our studio in Ilwaco when the class in presented on Monday afternoons at 4:30 pm. The new class at 11:00 am is Yoga Energy Flow which is a mixture of...2019-01-2301 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Tuesday, January 22nd, 2019Welcome to this Edition of RiversZen Today for Tuesday, January 22nd, 2019The news of the day: Last week we agreed to be a drop off location for the Be the Light Food Pantry collecting groceries and nonperishable household items for the Coast Guard, retired Coast Guard and furloughed government employees during the government shut down. It was confirmed last night that the Be the Light Food Pantry will continue their efforts until those employees have been paid. That being said RiversZen, will continue to be a drop off site for as long as it is needed. We want...2019-01-2202 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Monday, January 21st, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Monday, January 21st, 2019 The news of the day: You asked for it and Dave is providing. Several new classes have been added to the schedules for Astoria and Ilwaco this week. Dave is adding a Beginning Tai Chi – Qigong for Everyone class in Astoria and Ilwaco. This class is designed for everyone . . . no prior experience is necessary. During the 30 minute class you will learn the basic movements of Tai Chi and flow through a series of Qigong energizing and stress reducing movements. It’s a great opportunity to learn something new...2019-01-2102 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today, the weekend edition for Saturday and Sunday, January 19th and 20th, 2019Welcome to the weekend edition of RiversZen Today for Saturday and Sunday, January 19th and 20th, 2019News of the day: It’s Saturday. Get out of bed a little early. The weather is a tad better than yesterday . . . winds are forecast to be greatly diminished; no rain forecast for the early part of our day. At 8:00 in Ilwaco is Dave with Yoga Energy Flow. A great combination of tai-chi, qigong, traditional yoga and resistance stretching all blended together in a flow that will leave you energized and ready to take on the weekend. And probably ready to take on...2019-01-1902 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Friday, January 18th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Friday, January 18th, 2019The news of the day: It’s Friday! It’s been windy and rainy . . . that really wet, cold rain that always seems to find a way to get at least one drop down by neck while I wait for Miss Pink to find the perfect spot. If you are getting a little house bound and in need of motion head over to class today. In Ilwaco Pam will lead you in Gentle Stretch at 10:30 am which may appear subtle at first; but, will stretch and tone from head...2019-01-1802 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Thursday, January 17th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Thursday, January 17th, 2019The news of the day: Think about the end goal . . . whether it be your decision to come to class or your everyday activities. Everything is a choice. Sometimes the effort doesn’t fit your mood. You really want a donut, but you know your goal is to lose 10 pounds. You want to go out to dinner, but you know you are trying to save money to buy a house. Everything we do is a choice. There is always a last bite, whether it’s your first or the...2019-01-1702 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Wednesday, January 16th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Wednesday, January 16th, 2019The news of the day: Wow, I shared yesterday that both RiversZen studios were drop off locations for the Be the Light Food Pantry collecting food and essential living items for the Coast Guard and furloughed government employees. Today’s photo is what happened within hours yesterday morning. Thank you so much to The Pacific Northwest Community Drum Circle and our members for stepping up so quickly. We will continue to collect those items for the next two weeks. Here is the link sharing the recommended items an...2019-01-1601 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Tuesday, January 15th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Tuesday, January 15th, 2019The news of the day: RiversZen is participating with many local businesses helping the Be The Light Food Pantry collect food and essential living items for the furloughed government employees. The link with full details appears below. On the list of businesses participating they only list our studio in Ilwaco. Both studios are participating. We don’t have the luxury of having full time front desk staff, so please check our schedule to make sure we are open before your visit. These hardworking individuals are always there fo...2019-01-1502 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Monday, January 14th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Monday, January 14th, 2019 The news of the day: A day of announcements and thank yous! Today is the first day of Smooth and Easy Stretch for Seniors. Kim is teaching the class from 10:00 until 10:50 am. It is an ENCORE class and your first two visits are free. After that membership is $50 per year. Come in today and check it out. As to our thank yous . . . first, we want to thank Columbia Memorial Hospital for including us again this year in their annual Employee Wellness Fair. It is a...2019-01-1402 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today, the weekend edition for Saturday and Sunday, January 12th and 13th, 2019Welcome to the weekend edition of RiversZen Today for Saturday and Sunday, January 12th and 13th, 2019News of the day: Today is the day! I’m excited! Beer and Yoga is happening today at the Salt Pub at 147 Howerton in Ilwaco at 11:00 am. The marriage of two great loves—beer and yoga. Both are century-old therapies for mind, body and soul! There are a few spaces still available. Join RiversZen, The Salt Hotel and Pub and North Jetty Brewing for an energizing yoga practice. It's all about Fun, Focus and Flexibility. $20 includes the class and two beer...2019-01-1202 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Friday, January 11th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Friday, January 11th, 2019The news of the day: Today’s post is a shout out to all the employees at Columbia Memorial Hospital. We are happy to be participating in their Wellness Fair again this year. It is our opportunity to share what RiversZen can do for them and their patients. They work long hours and need to find more time in their lives to take care of themselves. They may also be advising their patients on the alternatives available in our community for the same thing. It is an op...2019-01-1101 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Thursday, January 10th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Thursday, January 10th, 2019The news of the day: It’s Thursday. It’s one of my favorite days of the week as it’s a day I generally get to spend most of it with my hubby. Most days we are at different studios and from time to time we actually wave to each other in route to the other studio or we have even been known to meet at Station Camp between the tunnel and the bridge just to say HI! It’s a great spot to linger . . . what a gorgeo...2019-01-1002 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Wednesday, January 9th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Wednesday, January 9th, 2019The news of the day: Beer Yoga at The Salt! The marriage of two great loves—beer and yoga. Both are century-old therapies for mind, body and soul!Join RiversZen, The Salt Hotel and Pub and North Jetty Brewing for an energizing yoga practice. It's all about Fun, Focus and Flexibility. $20 includes the class and two beers (1/2 pint each). Dave is going to be leading a yoga class on Saturday, January 12th at 11:00 am at The Salt Pub located at 147 Howerton Avenue. Just walk down th...2019-01-0901 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Tuesday, January 8, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Tuesday, January 8, 2019The news of the day: I want to share some information today about a class that is not part of our regular schedule. You cannot attend it as part of your RiversZen membership but you can still attend Monday’s class to check it out. Starting next Monday at 10:00 am Kim will be teaching a class for ENCORE as part of Clatsop Community College’s Community Education series. ENCORE is a member-run organization for individuals who are 50+ years in age. They operate under the auspices of Clatsop Community Coll...2019-01-0802 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Monday, January 7th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Monday, January 7th, 2019 The news of the day: Most everyone is back from their various holiday commitments. Things should get back to normal this week, so I would like to start concentrating on the basics again. It is easy for us to lose focus when we are so busy. When we come to class, we don’t always take that experience with us to fine tuning our motions off the mat. Sometimes we go through what we think the motions are supposed to be without really thinking. When we are go...2019-01-0702 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today, the weekend edition for Saturday and Sunday, January 5th and 6th, 2019Welcome to the weekend edition of RiversZen Today for Saturday and Sunday, January 5th and 6th, 2019News of the day: Did you make a New Year’s resolution or set an intention? How is it going for you so far? They can be a challenge. Have you veered off track already? Maybe you set a resolve that was two wide or too narrow. Feel free to evaluate your original focus and modify it to more closely meet your lifestyle. Whatever changes you have chosen to implement are only effective if they can be achieved. Expectations that are unrealistic wi...2019-01-0501 minRiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Friday, January 4th, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Friday, January 4th, 2019The news of the day: What is the thing that draws you to a class? Is it the workout? The music? The motion? Do you want class to be serious or fun? Do you constantly want to learn something new? Or do you want class to be the same, predictable, so you can monitor your progress with the same routine? All of those questions can be answered through attendance at the classes we offer at RiversZen. Whatever category you fit into, we have classes that can match...2019-01-0401 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Thursday, January 3rd, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Thursday, January 3rd, 2019The news of the day: Beer Yoga at The Salt! The marriage of two great loves—beer and yoga. Both are century-old therapies for mind, body and soul!Join RiversZen, The Salt Hotel and Pub and North Jetty Brewing for an energizing yoga practice. It's all about Fun, Focus and Flexibility. $20 includes the class and two beers (1/2 pint each). Dave is going to be leading a yoga class on Saturday, January 12th at 11:00 am at The Salt Pub located at 147 Howerton Avenue. Just walk down th...2019-01-0302 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Wednesday, January 2nd, 2019Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Wednesday, January 2nd, 2019The news of the day: The holidays are behind us. A great new year ahead of us. Every day, every moment, is a clean slate representing the perfect time to start fresh; but the New Year is generally the one that seems to have the most impact on us. What do you want to do this year? Are you finally ready to make a change in your life for whatever the reason you have been stressing? If you are not quite sure how to start feel free...2019-01-0202 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today MondayWelcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Monday, December 31st, 2018 The news of the day: Today is the last day of the year. For many the year couldn’t end too soon. For others the anticipation of a new year and a clean slate is very exciting. Watch for new things in the New Year. New workshops. New classes. We will keep you posted. But as we get ready to bring in the New Year, I wanted to share an article that appeared a couple of days ago on MindBodyGreen an online blog site of things healthy an...2018-12-3101 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today, the weekend edition for Saturday and Sunday, December 29th and 30th, 2018Welcome to the weekend edition of RiversZen Today for Saturday and Sunday, December 29th and 30th, 2018News of the day: Do you make New Year’s resolutions? Do you feel guilty if you fail to keep your resolve? Statistics reveal that 40% of Americans make a resolution each year; but only 46% of those individuals are still maintaining that resolution six months later. It is really just a matter of semantics; but consider setting intentions rather than making resolutions. The former is a mental suggestion of what you wish to do where the latter is closer to a line drawn in...2018-12-2902 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Friday, December 28th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Friday, December 28th, 2018The news of the day: As we head into the final weekend of 2018, we wanted to mention the class cancellations for the upcoming week. Classes this weekend are as regularly scheduled. Monday, December 31st - Astoria – The only class scheduled is Qigong Walking at 7:30 am with Donna, the remainder of the day’s classes are cancelled. - Ilwaco - David’s Stretch and Move at 8:00 am and Peggy’s Yoga Stretch-Balance Alignment and Motion at 9:00 am will be held as usual. The rema...2018-12-2801 minRiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Thursday, December 27th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Thursday, December 27th, 2018The news of the day: As we continue to highlight our year end specials, our conversation today begins with our Annual Unlimited Class Membership for $680. That’s pretty straight forward. Every single class as it appears on our daily schedule is available from both locations for that one low price. But once a year we add something to that package and this year we are adding our online class package at no additional cost. That normally costs $6.95 per month or $69.95 annually. This package price is good through De...2018-12-2702 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Wednesday, December 26th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Wednesday, December 26th, 2018The news of the day: On Monday I shared our year end 80 class special that is good only through the end of the year for $400. Today’s special will have a price increase starting January 1st. The Full Assessment with Self-Care is currently $50. Starting in January the price will increase to $80. If you don’t know what that is, here is the link: https://stretchpro.org/assessment/ In summary, during that 1-1/2 to 2 hour session, posture photos will be taken to see how your body is currently alig...2018-12-2602 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Monday, December 24th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Monday, December 24th, 2018 The news of the day: With all the last minute items on your holiday to do list, you might have missed the post about our year end offer. David just posted late yesterday on Facebook the option to purchase 80 classes for $400. Just like the rest of our packages, the classes can be shared and the package does not expire. That is our lowest price ever. The price is good through December 31st. It makes a great gift for yourself or your family or to share with your...2018-12-2401 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today, the weekend edition for Saturday and Sunday, December 22nd and 23rd, 2018Welcome to the weekend edition of RiversZen Today for Saturday and Sunday, December 22nd and 23rd, 2018News of the day: We have had a few questions about our holiday schedule, so let me clarify by studio. In Astoria:Peggy will be available today from 9:00 am to noon to help you with any purchases or questions. She will be teaching a class from 9:30 to 10:15 so please arrive before 9:15 or after 10:15. On Monday, December 24th there are no classes scheduled in Astoria. If you want to make any last minute holiday gift purchases don’t he...2018-12-2202 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Friday, December 21st, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Friday, December 21st, 2018The news of the day: Are you ready? Just a few days to go and the holidays will be over and 2019 will be here. We will be offering a few more surprises before the end of the year and will be announcing some single day workshops in January. If there is any topic you would like to see offered in a workshop, please let us know. If you are still pondering gifts for this year, it can be as simple as a phone call. Whether a gift...2018-12-2101 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Thursday, December 20th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Thursday, December 20th, 2018The news of the day: We are in the process of looking at our shelves and fine tuning our inventory . . . resulting in some nice bargains for you. Available in both studios we are selling Ki-Hara Resistance Stretching #2 DVDs which highlight 22 different stretches and the spiral bound notebook of 16 Resistance Self-Stretches for $5 each. They make great stocking stuffers or super items to add to your own personal self-care library. This price is only available for the items we have on hand. As you continue to prepare for the...2018-12-2001 minRiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Wednesday, December 19th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Wednesday, December 19th, 2018The news of the day: So how are you doing with your holiday planning? If you are still in need of gift ideas don’t forget gift certificates are available in any amount and they also make great stocking stuffers. Or you can gift someone a private session with one of our trainers or buy them a series of classes. Our Yoga Tune Up Therapy Balls are always a great gift or maybe you could get them a roll of Voodoo Floss. Don’t know what to do w...2018-12-1902 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Tuesday, December 18th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Tuesday, December 18th, 2018 The news of the day: Just in case you haven’t gone through your email in the midst of the holiday craziness, I wanted to share the details about our Ultimate Healing, Health and Fitness Monthly Membership. It is the best of all we do in one easy monthly payment to help you live a powerful, strong and peaceful life . . . to age well while staying strong and flexible. With this package you get weekly ½ hour sessions (in person or online), unlimited classes at both RiversZen studios, membership to...2018-12-1802 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Monday, December 17th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Monday, December 17th, 2018 The news of the day: Welcome to another perfect Monday. Did you use the weekend to relax and restore or did you work even harder getting ready for the holidays? Do you hate Mondays? Do you hate every day of the week other than the weekend? What would it take for you to enjoy every day? What is it that detracts from your enjoyment? Your occupation? Where you live? Too many responsibilities? Maybe one of your resolutions for 2019 should be to create a more pleasurable lifestyle. If...2018-12-1702 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today, the weekend edition for Saturday and Sunday, December 15th and 16th, 2018Welcome to the weekend edition of RiversZen Today for Saturday and Sunday, December 15th and 16th, 2018News of the day: How is your holiday working out so far? Are you pacing yourself? Have you left your needs and wishes behind as you plot and plan for everyone else? Is your job or career on the back burner as well? Does that really make sense? If it does, more power to you. Or maybe you are superman or superwoman and you have not skipped a beat. Just a few thoughts to ponder. This weekend is a great time to...2018-12-1501 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Friday, December 14th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Friday, December 14th, 2018The news of the day: Another word to use for the holiday season is patience; both for yourself and others. Shopping, driving, holiday parties along with your own sense of being can truly test your stamina and tolerance. Leave your ego at the door and pace yourself. Many tasks are going to take much longer to accomplish due to the holiday rush. Tell yourself that up front and go with the flow. If you have any great ideas for dealing with the holiday stress, feel...2018-12-1401 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Thursday, December 13th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Thursday, December 13th, 2018The news of the day: Lots of holiday happenings, shopping, cooking, baking all needing to fit in to the same 168 hour week you experience every week. So where do you put all those extra activities in your already busy schedule? Generally, you do it by taking time away from you and your own needs, away from your family and friends and possibly away from your work. It’s often easy to lose focus and direction during this crazy time of year. Step back, take a bit more ti...2018-12-1301 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Wednesday, December 12th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Wednesday, December 12th, 2018The news of the day: So how are you doing with your holiday planning? Are you feeling stressed or prepared? Are you fretting or are things under control? Are you one who agonizes over every single gift or are you spontaneous in your selection. Don’t forget, your gift doesn’t always need to be a thing. In one respect, don’t hate me for this; but, does your list need to be as long as it is? I’m not being a Scrooge or a Grinch here, ju...2018-12-1202 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Tuesday, December 11th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Tuesday, December 11th, 2018 The news of the day: Yesterday my suggestion for dealing with holiday stress included five factors . . . move, breathe, hydrate, eat and sleep . . . all necessary components to maintain your holiday stress level and none of them are expensive. Today I’m only going to concentrate on the first one. Move! What kind of motion? How often? Simple answers . . . any kind of motion, as often as possible. Just get out and move. It’s like meditation in motion. It will help you clear your mind and let those irritating issu...2018-12-1102 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Monday, December 10th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Monday, December 10th, 2018 The news of the day: As we continue working on our stress level during the holiday season, how are you doing? Having any success? Are you working toward pacing yourself and finding ease in your day and your practice? Think about your commitments for the next couple of weeks. Does everything on the list need to happen? Are there some things there that are really just busy work? Try to evaluate what you have scheduled and how important it is. Don’t forget you! It is so ea...2018-12-1002 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today, the weekend edition for Saturday and Sunday, December 8th and 9th, 2018Welcome to the weekend edition of RiversZen Today for Saturday and Sunday, December 8th and 9th, 2018News of the day: Our post for the day is a blog written by Nikki Mueller who came to Ilwaco a few weeks ago to scope out the area as a destination for runners. Nikki is owner of Healthy Girl Fitness, is a personal trainer, certified AFAA group exercise instructor and an RRCA certified running coach from SW Portland. When you read her blog post you will learn she has been here before during the summer of 2017 when she came to review...2018-12-0802 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Friday, December 7th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Friday, December 7th, 2018The news of the day: My hint for today to help maintain your holiday stress level is, wait for it . . . remember to eat your veggies! Yep, I did say that. Think about what you have been eating since the holiday season began . . . chocolate . . . cookies . . . fudge of all flavors . . . and endless other fun foods. A steady diet of those items can lead to fatigue, digestive issues, depression and stress. Plan ahead. Even if you don’t have time to create regular meals with your hectic holiday schedule, add a...2018-12-0701 minRiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Thursday, December 6th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Thursday, December 6th, 2018The news of the day: Another thought for a gift for the holidays is to be a buddy with a family member, friend or co-worker whether you are going to be changing the way you eat, making a commitment to go to classes or walking regularly or going to the gym or all the above. These commitments can be daunting and knowing you have a friend going through the same program is going to create a great deal of support for each of you. It doesn’t co...2018-12-0601 minRiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Wednesday, December 5th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Wednesday, December 5th, 2018The news of the day: As you may recall our focus this month is stress relief. All month we will continue to share ways to de-stress whether it be by way of suggested poses, breathing techniques, or a variety of suggested gift ideas. As we all look for the perfect gifts don’t forget to think of the gift of good health. Why not gift a block of classes or a month of unlimited classes or a private session or assessment? Or consider sharing with friends or fa...2018-12-0502 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Tuesday, December 4th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Tuesday, December 4th, 2018 The news of the day: The best way to survive the holiday season is . . . wait for it . . . stress relief, right! But, how do you do that with all there is to do and so little time? The most effective stress reliever within your own power is your breath. You hear us in class instructing you to breathe. Each breath activates the diaphragm and engages the power of that process. Engaging the diaphragm induces a natural sedative. But you need to continue that process on and off the...2018-12-0402 minRiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Monday, December 3rd, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Monday, December 3rd, 2018 The news of the day: Last week we focused on being mindful, being aware of our actions both on and off the mat. This week its another component of that . . . to find ease, or relaxation or working toward being stress-free. Now there is a concept for you for this holiday season. Can you go through the holiday and not be frazzled? Can you allow yourself to not fret over what does not get done? Try to look at the holiday in a different light. What’s the mo...2018-12-0302 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today, the weekend edition for Saturday and Sunday, December 1st and 2nd, 2018Welcome to the weekend edition of RiversZen Today for Saturday and Sunday, December 1st and 2nd, 2018News of the day: Do you have an irritable knee or elbow? Maybe a calf that has been cramping or shin splints? Really any body parts that are a nagging problem. It often can just be an issue of adhesions, scar tissue or getting things back in alignment. Check in when you are at the studio and ask us about voodoo floss. I know it sounds like a strange name; but it can be very effective for those problem areas where relief...2018-12-0101 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Friday, November 30th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Friday, November 30th, 2018The news of the day: Tomorrow is December. A great time to focus on reflections. Reflecting on the past year and assessing what went right and maybe what didn’t work out the way you had planned. That will help you plan more effectively for 2019. It’s also time for many of you to be buying gifts and wanting to get the perfect fit . . . might we suggest a gift certificate to RiversZen. You get to select the dollar amount and they get to spend it howe...2018-11-3001 minRiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Thursday, November 29th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Thursday, November 29th, 2018The news of the day: As we continue to spend our time focusing on our bodies, we need to recognize that all days are not created equal. Some days we feel like working hard . . . some days not so much. The more we stay in touch with where our body is each day, the better we will be able to match our workout to that level of desired activity. If you are always forcing yourself to do your workout, you can eventually decide to quit. By matching your...2018-11-2901 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Wednesday, November 28th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Wednesday, November 28th, 2018The news of the day: The topic of the week is focus. Taking the time to appreciate or recognize what you feel as you move through your day. Today as I focus on our 22nd wedding anniversary I realize how far we have come and all we have accomplished. What an amazing journey we have had. I wonder where it will continue to take us. Remembering all the places we have lived, friends and family members we have lost, animals who have wiggled their way into our...2018-11-2802 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Tuesday, November 27th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Tuesday, November 27th, 2018 The news of the day: As we continue to concentrate on ourselves, breath is a wonderful way to find focus. And maybe yesterday I didn’t put it in that perspective. To improve our focus, we need to bring our actions inward. We want to become more aware of what is happening to us during our classes and throughout our day. We don’t do that very often . . . just concentrate on ourselves. Our days are designed with us concentrating on others at our jobs, within our family and...2018-11-2702 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Monday, November 26th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Monday, November 26th, 2018 The news of the day: Thanksgiving is over, the remainder of the holidays will be a blur and before you know it, 2019 will be upon us. We ponder each week to select our focus for the next week and this week we decided that ”focus” was what we all needed. From here on out for the rest of the year most of what we do is concentrate on gifts, parties, food preparation, decorations and lots of driving . . . with very little time left for you! For the rest of t...2018-11-2602 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Friday, November 23rd, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Friday, November 23rd, 2018The news of the day: One last time to say thank you for yesterday. David, Kim, Pink and I had a lot of fun with Pound, Move and Sweat. It was a class filled with new as well as familiar faces, laughter and disco, core and glutes, drumming and squats and it all made the storm outside become less of an issue for a short while. And to add more to the family time, our grandson, Devin, made the muffins for munching after the class. We may...2018-11-2301 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Wednesday, November 21st, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Wednesday, November 21st, 2018The news of the day: We each have the opportunity each day to make today better than yesterday. Whatever happened yesterday, can be input for today. If you are trying to finish a project, break it into achievable pieces. If you are in the process of changing your eating program, leave your indulgence of yesterday behind and start fresh today. If you are in the midst of a fitness challenge such as pushups or dips or increasing your daily steps for example, today is a clean slate...2018-11-2102 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Tuesday, November 20th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Tuesday, November 20th, 2018 The news of the day: During my Gentle Yoga Class in Ilwaco yesterday, it reminded me again of how very thankful we are for all of you and the opportunity you give us each day. When we opened RiversZen over 6-1/2 years ago we had no idea how much it would benefit us. We had the beginning of a vision. We knew we didn’t want to follow in the paths of our parents as we got older. We were thankful for the improvements we had experienced wi...2018-11-2002 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Monday, November 19th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Monday, November 19th, 2018 The news of the day: It’s Thanksgiving week. This year is certainly rushing by. Its so easy to rush through the holidays and not even think about the meaning. Take the time to realize those things in your life for which you have good reason to be thankful. It is so easy to dwell on the negative . . . those things which may be a disappointment; those things which may be sad or painful. As we review the happenings of this year, so many dreadful things have happened be...2018-11-1902 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Friday, November 16th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Friday, November 16th, 2018The news of the day: As we head into the holiday week, today is a day of reminders. This afternoon from 4:00 to 6:00 pm in Astoria, the Long Beach Peninsula Drum Circle will be at RiversZen Astoria for Ferry Street Friday. Feel free to stop by and lay down a few rhythms with the group or take the opportunity to ask questions of the RiversZen trainers. Thanksgiving will be here on Thursday and we will be closed except for one 9:00 am class at each location which...2018-11-1601 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Thursday, November 15th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Thursday, November 15th, 2018The news of the day: Today’s hint to help clean up your eating program leads us to water. It can be a tough time to only drink water with the holidays upon us; but, give it a try. It is a great way to lose fat by ditching the sodas, flavored coffees, alcoholic beverages and even those drinks considered healthy like kombucha or smoothies. Many of those contain lots of empty calories. If you are in need of a recovery drink after a workout, I found a...2018-11-1502 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Wednesday, November 14th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Wednesday, November 14th, 2018The news of the day: Don’t forget, we are looking forward to hearing about our anniversary gift through the end of the month. Hearing about how you are going to be reading labels and cleaning up your eating program. David, Kim, Pink and I share RiversZen with you because we don’t want to take the same path as David’s and my parents or Kim’s grandparents and Pink’s parents are still alive. We have learned a great deal over the 22 years we have been toget...2018-11-1403 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Tuesday, November 13th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Tuesday, November 13th, 2018 The news of the day: You are probably wondering why the family photo on our post today. In September, David asked for a specific birthday present . . . a sugar fast. You did a great job of giving him his birthday wish and I know some of you are still staying away from sugar. Thank you. This time we are both hoping for an anniversary present. We were married on Thanksgiving Day in 1996. Don’t we look young. Through those 22 years we have learned about resistance stretching, the magic of...2018-11-1302 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Friday, November 9th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Friday, November 9th, 2018The news of the day: This week we have been working on abdominals and trying to blend our work with the concept of ease. Ease meaning that we are allowing the musculature to relax rather than forcing it into a constant contracted state. Somehow, we all got the memo we are supposed to suck in our gut. That constant contracted state compromises our ability to breathe properly. Developing abdominal strength is important just as it is throughout the rest of our body. If the muscles throughout our...2018-11-0902 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Wednesday, November 7th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Wednesday, November7th, 2018The news of the day: As promised yesterday, today we are announcing the winner of the Barbie Selfie contest. Drum Roll, please . . . the winner is Christine Barcal. Thank you, Christine. You were very dedicated to helping Barbie throughout this contest. Barbie thanks you! Now you just need to decide if you are going to choose the assessment, the stretch or the 10-class package. The New Name for Barbie contest will continue through the middle of the month. Submit your suggestions to enter to win either...2018-11-0702 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Monday, November 5th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Monday, November 5th, 2018 The news of the day: Last week our focus was on upper body. This week we will be fine tuning that a bit more and concentrate on our abs. We will be learning what makes them different than other muscles. How they are connected? Did you realize that when you stretch your arm up to put something on the top shelf you are stretching your abs? How you move the rest of your body impacts your abdominals as they are connected directly and indirectly to every other...2018-11-0501 minRiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Tuesday, October 30th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Tuesday, October 30th, 2018 The news of the day: What do you look for in a class? Do you want it to be relaxing or meditative? Do you want it to allow you to survey your body and teach you something? Do you want it to kick your butt and make your muscles ache tomorrow leaving a lasting memory of the class? Do you want an opportunity to close your eyes and just mindlessly follow the instructor? To a certain extent any of those options are available to you from just...2018-10-3002 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Monday, October 29th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Monday, October 29th, 2018 The news of the day: A new week and a new focus . . . upper body. Still so many options . . . hands and wrists, forearms, delts, biceps and triceps, rotators, pec, shoulder blades, rhomboids, lats, traps . . . all those little muscles supporting the vertebrae called multifidi and the intercostals between the ribs . . . oh my . . . and don’t forget our breath and . . . wait for it . . . abdominals . . . for all of you who attended Kim’s class on Saturday . . . you may still feel the memory of 20 minutes of obliques . . . I was sorry I wasn’t ther...2018-10-2902 minRiversZen TodayRiversZen Today, the weekend edition for Saturday and Sunday, October 27th and 28th, 2018Welcome to the weekend edition of RiversZen Today for Saturday and Sunday, October 27th and 28th, 2018News of the day: All this week we have been concentrating on body blind spots . . . those parts of our body which have been overused, underused, misused, abused or confused. Have you learned anything new about you this week? Have you taken the time in class to concentrate and allow your body to communicate with you? It is really easy to miss the signs if you don’t pay attention. The key, whether you are in class or going through your daily life, is...2018-10-2702 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Friday, October 26th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Friday, October 26th, 2018The news of the day: This week we have been focusing on body parts which have pretty much been ignored or abused generally not intentionally. I’m sure you have identified a few of your issues over the course of the week. We have used Barbie as an example. We have shared some of her body blind spots which is strange, as she was designed by toy professionals to be perfect and her design is not. Unlike Barbie, we can do something to improve our body’s rang...2018-10-2602 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Thursday, October 25th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Thursday, October 25th, 2018The news of the day: Our conversations this week are about body blind spots and how we all have them. Barbie shared on Monday that at 59 years of age she has some as well. She may look to be perfect; but, that comes at a price. Things have not always been easy for her. If you look back at her most recent photos you will see poses which look spot on. I tried to take them at an angle that would not reveal her body blind spots...2018-10-2503 minRiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Wednesday, October 24th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Wednesday, October 24th, 2018The news of the day: As promised in yesterday’s post about body blind spots, today we are addressing body issues caused by injury from all sources. We are not going to differentiate between issues created by an auto accident, from those created as the result of surgery or from those we have created through the practice of bad posture over decades. Bottom line, your body has been compromised. You are probably aware of some kind of event; but, have not actively followed the progress of your bo...2018-10-2403 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018 The news of the day: As I shared yesterday, our topic of the week is body blind spots. A succinct description would be to use the phrase coined by one of my mentors, Jill Miller, who defines them as areas of the body which are overused, underused, misused, abused or confused. We all have them. We often times just don’t know it. But, what if you have known about your body blind spot for years. Maybe you were injured or have a body malformation you have de...2018-10-2303 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Monday, October 22nd, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Monday, October 22nd, 2018 The news of the day: Our focus this week will be body blind spots . . . body parts often ignored. Not sure what that means?! It doesn’t mean they are excluded in our class focus. It means you work around them. You may go through the motions like everyone else in class; but, you may be recruiting other muscles to facilitate the motion. You probably don’t realize you are doing it. We all can have body blind spots. As far as you know, the muscles perform. Whether due...2018-10-2203 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today, the weekend edition for Saturday and Sunday, October 20th and 21st, 2018Welcome to the weekend edition of RiversZen Today for Saturday and Sunday, October 20th and 21st, 2018News of the day: Hope you each learned something this week to help you keep the cold and flu out of your future. We talked about different ways to work with your body to breathe, to stimulate your lymphatic system, to engage your core and the importance of hydration. From time to time even with all precautions you catch it! Wonder why? It’s hard to keep track of the germs. They can appear anywhere in your travels and they have different li...2018-10-2002 min
RiversZen TodayRiversZen Today for Friday, October 19th, 2018Welcome to This Edition of RiversZen Today for Friday, October 19th, 2018The news of the day: This week we have been concentrating on breath and core, the importance of a healthy immune system and finding ease in all we do. If you think about all those actions, it is our expression of mindfulness that plays a key role. The more we think about our motions, actions and behaviors, the more deliberate we will be in working toward improving our breathing, staying hydrated, eating the right foods and exercising our body with the correct moves. Such mindfulness can be...2018-10-1902 min