Sunrise Yoga
26 Episodes
Sync up with the rhythmic wisdom of nature with Sunrise Yoga. These mindful 30-minute practices will introduce you to new morning rituals, including awareness cultivation practices, Tantrik meditations, yoga nidra, gentle asana sequences, and breath based sun salutations. Find your new favorite class, while exploring a vast range of traditional yogic practices. Enter into your day grounded, centered, and in tune with the harmony of life.
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34:13Episode 1
Sunrise Yoga: Morning Ritual
Episode 1
A new take on an old favorite! Join Ashleigh for a short, effective and nourishing asana practice that will awaken, enliven, and ground your entire being. Ashleigh’s signature thoughtful sequencing and conscious breath work will open all parts of your body while bringing focus to your mind and ex...
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31:10Episode 2
Sunrise Yoga: Follow the Breath
Episode 2
Focus your awareness on your breath, allowing it to become the bridge between the body and mind. Move through a balanced sequence of static postures to tune into the pace and rhythm of your breath.
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34:16Episode 3
Sunrise Yoga: Breath of Life
Episode 3
A gentle movement and breath practice that will nourish your cells, flood your brain with oxygen, and clear your mind to prepare for the day. Explore pranayama (breathwork) practices seated and lying down, then move through some physical shapes to allow you to receive the divine breath of the uni...
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30:48Episode 4
Sunrise Yoga: Find Balance
Episode 4
Examine the interplay between effort and surrender by working with pranayama (breathing techniques) and strong postures. Find harmony between strength and softness as you move on the mat this morning. By using your yoga practice to experience balance and peace, you will begin to see these princip...
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29:58Episode 5
Sunrise Yoga: Yoga Nidra
Episode 5
Relax into the promise of a new day and meet new opportunities from a grounded and clear space, with this morning nidra practice. A meditation lying down, this powerful way to greet the day will restore all of the bodily systems and shift you into an emotional state of optimism and opportunity.
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32:10Episode 6
Sunrise Yoga: Dedicate Your Practice
Episode 6
A vigorous but approachable practice to evoke the qualities of loving-kindness. Service is the road to happiness.
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29:06Episode 7
Sunrise Yoga: Bow to the Light
Episode 7
This slow moving and simple practice of sun salutation variations offers a beautiful start for your day. In this moving prayer, gain steady recognition of the light in all things.
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28:22Episode 9
Sunrise Yoga: Surrender to Prana
Episode 9
Become a witness to the power of breath in this flow. Observe the effects as the body and mind surrender to the wisdom of prana, the essence of the breath, with these subtle, simple, but powerful techniques.
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30:46Episode 10
Sunrise Yoga: Morning Energize
Episode 10
Align mind, body, and spirit with the circadian rhythms of nature. As you transition from sleep to wakefulness, discover natural energy through cycles of gentle, nourishing movements. Bring the body and mind into harmony with this hatha practice to get your day started!
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29:52Episode 11
Sunrise Yoga: Long Lines, Clear Mind
Episode 11
Invigorate your morning with this quick start practice. Create space in the side body and move mindfully through poses, then explore pranayama (breath practice) and meditation.
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31:33Episode 12
Sunrise Yoga: The Art of Deep Relaxation
Episode 12
Join this restorative practice designed to rejuvenate and balance your mind, body, and soul. Learn to let go and simply bask in the abundance of now.
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31:28Episode 13
Sunrise Yoga: Off to a Good Start
Episode 13
Stimulate the digestive fire (agni) and spiritual flame. Focus on twists and pranayama (breath work) practices to help get your morning off to a good start!
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Sunrise Yoga: Relinquishing to the Heart Chakra
Episode 14
Enjoy the incredible sensation of sending all of your body’s energy to the center of your heart in this moving practice infused with powerful bija mantras (seed sounds). As your energy moves into your heart chakra, feel the infinite quietness, receiving the world as it is, and observe how it is u...
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30:06Episode 15
Sunrise Yoga: Mantra, Movement, Meditation
Episode 15
Start your day with a clear mind, grounded body, and open heart ready to embrace what the world has to offer you today! Includes 108 mantras, a gentle seated practice, and calming meditation.
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35:33Episode 16
Sunrise Yoga: Slow to Rise
Episode 16
A gentle hatha practice to awaken your body and mind slowly and peacefully. Move slowly, allowing time to prepare mentally, emotionally, and physically for your day ahead.
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32:12Episode 17
Sunrise Yoga: Warm Heart
Episode 17
Begin your morning bathing the heart and mind with the ancient practice of a prostration series. This sweet class is designed to help you connect to your heart while simultaneously moving from it.
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33:39Episode 18
Sunrise Yoga: Hello, You
Episode 18
The most important relationship you will ever have is the relationship you have with yourself. Explore a series of seated and standing postures, along with twists and backbends to support your connection to yourself.
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31:17Episode 19
Sunrise Yoga: Homage to Our Roots
Episode 19
Pay homage to vinyasa yoga’s Ashtanga roots in this simple, grounding practice. Start with classic sun salutations and then progress into a simple standing and floor series, with attention focused on breath over alignment.
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33:11Episode 20
Sunrise Yoga: Sunrise Salutations
Episode 20
Harvest the bright, jubilant energy of the sunrise in this morning practice. Bring the energy of the sun to your mind and body, filling yourself with an awakened experience that will fuel your entire day.
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27:59Episode 21
Sunrise Yoga: Reconnect to the Earth
Episode 21
Reconnect to the earth as you wake up your feet in this morning ritual practice. Stretch the arches and ankles and stimulate your marma points on the feet and calves. Find freedom in your feet!
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34:22Episode 22
Sunrise Yoga: Gentle Awakening
Episode 22
Struggle getting up in the morning? This carefully crafted morning ritual practice will help to gently wake up, awaken from the sleepy cocoon, and preparing for a beautiful day.
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31:35Episode 23
Sunrise Yoga: Shifting Perspective
Episode 23
See the world through a new lens while moving through this intentional grounding practice that builds toward headstand and shoulderstand. Enjoy floor-based folds, twists, spinal lengthening, and shoulder openers. Prepare to work through a series of steps that support you in your inversions.
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30:56Episode 24
Sunrise Yoga: Rise and Shine On
Episode 24
Cultivate an uplifted aliveness to permeate every moment of the day. Set the tone for a brilliant and beautiful day.
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32:02Episode 25
Sunrise Yoga: Circle Back Around
Episode 25
Allow your breath to be the guide in this flowing morning practice. Cultivate more range of motion into your joints and soothe your mind.
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