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.

moving meditation

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Cross Training: Full-Body Strength using Long-Loop Resistance Band

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Cross Training: Full-Body Strength using Long-Loop Resistance Band

This is a quick and effective full-body workout using a long-loop resistance band – a great one if you're short on time (you could also repeat the sequence for a longer workout) or if you're traveling and have minimal equipment or space.

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On Why It's Good to Get Outside (and Get a Little Sun on Your Skin)

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On Why It's Good to Get Outside (and Get a Little Sun on Your Skin)

On average, it’s estimated that US adults spend about 90% of their time indoors. And although this tendency is not something new (the indoors is comfy with heat/air, TV, wifi), I also think that it’s really important for us to recognize and utilize the many mental & physical benefits that come from something as simple as stepping out into the sun.

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New Playlist: "Keep On Flowin" for a 60min. Vinyasa Flow

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New Playlist: "Keep On Flowin" for a 60min. Vinyasa Flow

It’s been over a month since we were able to practice together in a group class, and it’s probably been that long since I’ve made a playlist! I enjoy making playlists specific for my group classes, and since it’s been a while, I thought I’d share a recent playlist with some tunes that I’ve been loving to flow to during my personal practice at home.

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"Warrior Flow" Yoga Sequence to Awaken the Body & Focus the Mind (30min.)

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"Warrior Flow" Yoga Sequence to Awaken the Body & Focus the Mind (30min.)

Move from worrier to warrior with this “Warrior Flow” Vinyasa Yoga Sequence to awaken the body & focus the mind. This is a great sequence to practice on it’s own, or use it as a way to get the body super warm before going into postures with longer holds.

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New Yoga Playlist, Perfect for a 90min. Flow!

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New Yoga Playlist, Perfect for a 90min. Flow!

Another cruisy playlist to inspire 90minutes of mindful movement. It’s especially yummy for a feel-good Vinyasa Flow! Enjoy for your own personal practice or as background for your classes!

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Soul Movement & a 70's Single Fin

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Soul Movement & a 70's Single Fin

I recently acquired my dad’s old single fin, a 6’10” Natural Art shaped by Greg Loehr sometime in the 70s. I’ve found that I really love the feeling of drawing different lines and learning something new. It’s been a humbling experience to say the least, and I still have a long way to go…

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Welcoming Summer with a Solstice 108

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Welcoming Summer with a Solstice 108

As many of you know, the Summer Solstice is this Friday, June 21st, and here in the northern hemisphere it means that it’s time to officially welcome summer with a Solstice 108! But why 108? Why Sun Salutations? What does this all mean??