Summer Vibes, and Warmer Weather
- twistedtreeyoga
- May 31
- 4 min read
It feels like it took forever to get here, but it is finally flip flop season! We have had a zillion "end of the year" parties, awards cermonies, and concerts at school. Hopefully folks have uncovered their patio furniture, and dusted off the backyard firepit. ☀️As Midwesterners, we proudly endure tough winters, counting down the days until summer!
With warmer weather, I have happily jumped into "Pasta Salad Season" - and this has been my go-to recipe: Easy Vegan Pasta Salad • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken
I love that this is easy to customize and does not require perfect measuring! I have been able to get all of the ingredients from Aldi, which keeps this affordable to make as a side dish for our family, or to bring to a gathering.
We are all juggling a lot and it can be easy to ignore your health and well-being. I urge you to prioritize yourself just as you prioritize putting gas in your car (ouch!), doing laundry, or running to the grocery store. You need to be the best version of yourself to accomplish all of these seemingly normal tasks.
And, always, offer yourself 💗grace.
For me, an important part of my self care is making time to be outside. Whether it be a walk around our neighborhood or a walk in the woods, it helps to heal my heart.
I put my phone on silent and soak up the sounds of the birds.
I try to slow down and really notice.
Notice the sun on my skin, notice the plants and notice the flowers.
⬇️Keep scrolling down to see class options with me at multiple locations around Des Plaines. (And some info about classes with my friends!)
Chair Yoga at LVC
Mondays 1-1:45
➡️6/1-6/29
Activity # 156031-1
➡️7/13-8/17
Activity # 156031-2
This class is designed for students who may be recovering from injury, managing chronic pain, have limited range, or folks who want to avoid going down to the floor. Chair Yoga will offer all of the benefits of a traditional yoga class while utilizing the chair to support your practice. This class will increase strength, circulation, and flexibility while offering some ease and relaxation. 🪑
The Magic is in the Details!
Lakeview Center yoga studio is stocked with props! There are cork blocks to bring the floor closer to you, long sturdy straps to help deepen your forward folds, large bolsters to support your restful poses, blankets for a cozy cushion, foam blocks for soft support, and extra yoga mats in case you forget yours at home.
☮️My friend Maureen is offering Restorative Yoga & Guided Meditation at LVC on Thursdays 7-8pm, 8/27-10/1 # 156038-2
😊And she has a Pop-up class Saturday 6/27, 7-8pm, # 156038-1
Wednesdays at LVC 6/3-7/1
➡️6-7pm Slow Flow
This beginner's class is perfect for folks who would like to take their time while finding a little flow. We incorporate trasitional yoga poses in a more gentle, accessible way, while focusing on strength and flexibility.
➡️7:30-8:30pm Vinyasa
This class is designed for a more experienced practitioner and will focus on connecting breath and movement. Vinyasa Yoga will get your whole body moving, increase your heart rate, build strength, and offer tools to reduce stress.
Tuesdays at Prairie Lakes 6/2-8/11
➡️6-7pm Slow Flow
This beginner's class is perfect for folks who would like to take their time while finding a little flow. We incorporate trasitional yoga poses in a more gentle, accessible way, while focusing on strength and flexibility.
➡️7:30-8:30pm Vinyasa
This class is designed for a more experienced practitioner and will focus on connecting breath and movement. Vinyasa Yoga will get your whole body moving, increase your heart rate, build strength, and offer tools to reduce stress.
*No class at Prairie Lakes 6/30 & 7/7
☮️I am still offering online yoga classes. So if you want to roll out your mat at home and log on with me please head to www.twistedtreeyoga.org
My favorite way to start the day is logging on with my friends for Mindful Morning (online 6-6:45am).
Take time to gently wake up your body, so you are ready for whatever the day brings your way.
Lakeview Center is located at
1177 Howard Ave, Des Plaines
(If you have dined at The Foxtail on The Lake, the studio entrance is just to the left of the restaurant entrance.)
✨If you are looking for a weekend option at LVC, please check out Vin & Yin Yoga with Leslie on Saturdays 8-9am.
Next session at LVC starts soon. Please register ASAP to ensure you get a spot in the class you want. There has been some issues with the online registration process, so please register by phone or in person. We are always adding special events and pop-up classes, so please follow us on social media to ensure you stay in the loop!
Oh, also, we are doing a little family🛣️ traveling this summer. There will be a few classes that I will have a sub for and a few classes we will reschedule. Stay tuned!
With great love and deep gratitude,
Lindsay
(she/her)
P.S. My friend Sue is co-leading a Retreat with Molly from Lumi Studio in Mt. Prospect. If a yoga retreat in Costa Rica is on your wishlist, please check it out!
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