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.

online yoga

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Breathing for Balance: Nadi Shodhana (Alternate Nostril)

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Breathing for Balance: Nadi Shodhana (Alternate Nostril)

Get grounded, clear out the clutter, and cultivate a sense of connection, balance, and harmony through this month's featured breathing technique: Nadi shodhana pranayama, also known as alternate nostril breathing.

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15min. Mindful Movement Break: MFR + Yoga using the Wall

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15min. Mindful Movement Break: MFR + Yoga using the Wall

A 15-minute, mindful movement break that incorporates myofascial release (MFR) with an accessible, standing ‘Sun Salutation’ flow using the support of a wall. This practice is great to use anytime, especially to help break up your work day. Enjoy!

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Practice with Me: Anytime Online with The Salty Club

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Practice with Me: Anytime Online with The Salty Club

Did you know that you can practice with me anytime online over on The Salty Club App? Well if you don’t know, now you know! And I highly recommend checking out this incredible surf-inspired platform, if you haven’t already…

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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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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: New Weekly Class + Online Yoga Updates

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Yoga with Salty: New Weekly Class + Online Yoga Updates

As we continue to adapt to these times, I wanted to post a quick update about my online yoga offerings. I will now be offering a weekly class via Facebook Live and am planning a few specialty classes and workshops for IG Live. Even though we can’t practice together in person, at least we can still practice together virtually!

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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 with Salty: My Go-To Morning Flow (45min.)

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Yoga with Salty: My Go-To Morning Flow (45min.)

This class is a 45-minute, fairly continuous, Vinyasa Flow. It’s my current “go-to” morning practice when I need to get my body moving and my mind focused. You’ll need a blanket or towel, and maybe 1 or 2 yoga blocks if ya got ‘em.

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MFR Tutorial: Relieve Neck Tension & Tension Headaches (10min.)

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MFR Tutorial: Relieve Neck Tension & Tension Headaches (10min.)

One of my personal favorites for releasing tension in my neck, this technique can also be beneficial for those who suffer from tension-related headaches. All you need is a yoga block or a towel/blanket.

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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.

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Yoga with Salty: Soothing Breath Work & Flow (40min.)

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Yoga with Salty: Soothing Breath Work & Flow (40min.)

Practice yoga online with Cait! This class is a 40-minute practice that includes soothing breath work and a gentle flow. Enjoy this practice first thing in the morning to set the tone for the day, or practice in the evening as a way to reset after a long day. This class is great for all levels of practice.

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Strange Times: 11 Ways to Stay Productive & Positive While Self-Quarantined

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Strange Times: 11 Ways to Stay Productive & Positive While Self-Quarantined

For many of us, life has gone from “busy” to “stuck at home with nothing to do.” And nothing to do can be dangerous for both the body and the mind. Here I share 11 ways to stay productive and positive while self-quarantined.