PRACTICE, BREATH WORK, SURFING
Cait Lawson
Pre-Surf Practice to Expand Lung Capacity

A 10-minute, seated practice that combines MFR with gentle stretches and breath work to help you wake up and expand your lung capacity before paddling out for a surf.

Pre-Surf Practice to Expand Lung Capacity
Cait Lawson
September SurfAid #MakeAWave Recap

Another September has come and gone, and for the 2nd year, I participated in the SurfAid September #MakeAWave Challenge of surfing 30 days to raise funding and awareness for the SurfAid Programs.

September SurfAid #MakeAWave Recap
YOGA, SURFING, PRACTICE
Cait Lawson
Under 10-minute Pre-Surf Stretch Routine

My current, go-to, Pre-Surf Stretch for when my body is feeling stiff and a bit surfed-out. This sequence could also be nice for a brief Active Recovery practice post-training or post-surf/sport

Under 10-minute Pre-Surf Stretch Routine
YOGA, SURFING, WRITING
Cait Lawson
Featured on the Manduka Blog!

It was an honor to have the opportunity to write a piece for the Manduka Blog as a part of the Manduka x Gerry Lopez collection launch. In this article, I share my personal experiences with surfing and yoga and how I view the two as similar spiritual paths that reconnect us to life.

Featured on the Manduka Blog!
YOGA, LIFESTYLE, INSPIRATION
Cait Lawson
Simple. But not always easy.

Now don't get me wrong, sometimes simple can be easy. And that's great. And sometimes there is a place for complexity as well. But the simple, the simple is available. Accessible. And when noticed and practiced regularly, the simple can support us in coming back to center. Back to what's true.

Simple. But not always easy.

home yoga practice

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Yoga for Everybody: 5 Restorative Poses for a Recharge

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Yoga for Everybody: 5 Restorative Poses for a Recharge

Life can be busy. And slowing down and really resting is rarely on our list of things to do. More often than not, we wait until we are forced to rest, whether that be due to burn out or illness or suffering an injury. Enter Restorative Yoga…

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International Yoga Day + My 'Yoga Story'

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International Yoga Day + My 'Yoga Story'

Yoga came into my life when I was 21 years old. Growing up I was an avid athlete – I played soccer and basketball, I was a competitive surfer, and I loved to run and train. Slowing down, moving with compassion, and sitting in stillness were words that most definitely weren’t in my vocabulary, let alone things that I ever practiced regularly…

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New Playlist: 60min. Restorative Yoga + Relaxation

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New Playlist: 60min. Restorative Yoga + Relaxation

A new Spotify playlist created for an hour-long Restorative Yoga practice to inspire rest and relaxation. Think of this as switching into your “do not disturb” mode. Grab some pillows and blankets, turn down the lights, hit play, and seep in the stillness… Allow it to help you refill your cup!

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Yoga for Surfers: Pre-Surf Mobility + a Post-Surf Recovery

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Yoga for Surfers: Pre-Surf Mobility + a Post-Surf Recovery

I thought it’d be fun to share pieces of my practice in hopes that it’ll inspire you to roll out your mat and maybe provide you with some fresh ideas to incorporate into your own practice and/or teaching. My goal with these are to keep them short, sweet, and most importantly, effective. So if you’re interested, click through for these two mini sequences!

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Practice Notes: 5 Child's Pose Variations for Upper Body

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Practice Notes: 5 Child's Pose Variations for Upper Body

As promised from my previous Practice Notes, here are some of my favorite Child’s Pose variations for a little upper-body unraveling! These shapes are super yummy for the shoulders, chest, and upper back. Enjoy!

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Practice Notes: 5 Child's Pose Variations for Low-Body Love

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Practice Notes: 5 Child's Pose Variations for Low-Body Love

Child’s Pose. It’s one of those poses that just feels good. And the beauty of this pose, like all of the other poses we move through on our mats, is that we can make subtle adjustments within the shape that can totally change the intention and sensation of the shape…

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New Playlist: Get on Your Mat & Move! (60min.)

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New Playlist: Get on Your Mat & Move! (60min.)

Some days nothing feels better than turning on some music, rolling out a yoga mat, and allowing yourself to flow freely. This playlist is for those days. Enjoy a 60 minute, Vinyasa yoga-inspired Spotify playlist that’ll encourage you to get on your mat and get your body moving! You know you’ll feel amazing once you do. Enjoy!

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7 Tips for Creating (and Sticking With) a Home Yoga Practice

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7 Tips for Creating (and Sticking With) a Home Yoga Practice

For the time being, life mostly occurs at home. Work, workouts, yoga, school, food, happy hour… it seems like most of the world is under this stay-at-home order. So as we all do our best to adapt to our current reality of studio closures and social distancing, I’ve shared 7 tips that I’ve found helpful for creating and committing to a home yoga practice.

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Yoga with Salty: Vinyasa Flow for a Mind-Body Reset (45min.)

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Yoga with Salty: Vinyasa Flow for a Mind-Body Reset (45min.)

This is a 45-minute Vinyasa Flow class that’s sequenced to provide space for a physical and mental reset through intentional movement and introspective stillness. This practice is more focused on sensation + inner-body awareness, and a little less on achieving perfect alignment.

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Yoga at Your Desk: Chair Yoga + Myofascial Release (30min.)

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Yoga at Your Desk: Chair Yoga + Myofascial Release (30min.)

This is a 30minute Chair Yoga class, with a little myofascial release (MFR) at the beginning an end, that you can easily practice at your desk. This is also a great class for beginners or for practitioners not looking to expend much energy. Enjoy!

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Yoga with Salty: A Simple Breathing Technique to Calm Nerves (6min.)

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Yoga with Salty: A Simple Breathing Technique to Calm Nerves (6min.)

This is a simple breathing technique that I often use to help me calm my nerves whenever I’m feeling anxious, stressed, afraid, or overwhelmed. It only takes a few minutes and can be practiced anytime, anywhere.

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Yoga with Salty: Exploring Sun Salutations for a Home Yoga Practice (20min.)

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Yoga with Salty: Exploring Sun Salutations for a Home Yoga Practice (20min.)

Salute the Sun with Cait!! This class explores a commonly practiced sequence of postures known as Sun Salutations. In this 20min. class we’ll explore 4 variations of Sun Salutations that you can easily incorporate into your home yoga practice or daily routine.