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What It Takes to Become a Yoga Teacher
Most people assume becoming a yoga teacher begins with learning…
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The Story Behind Fever | Yoga Cycle Strength
/in Grand Rapids Hot Yoga, Hot Yoga /by Shannon AustinOur Story: How Fever Became a Four-Pillar Wellness Studio Fever Yoga Cycle Strength was founded in 2016 with a simple intention: to create a space where people could move, breathe, and reconnect with themselves in meaningful ways. What began as a single hot yoga room has evolved into something far more expansive — a multi-modality […]
Yoga Poses to Help You Sleep Better
/in Yoga Grand Rapids /by Shannon AustinAre you having trouble falling asleep at night? Do you wake up for work in the morning simply exhausted from tossing and turning? You’re not alone – and it could be costing you more than you think. Research shows that consistent lack of sleep can lead to associated health problems, such as anxiety, depression, and […]
4 Key Steps to Building an Arm Balance Practice
/in Yoga /by Shannon AustinArm balances are everywhere these days. They pop up on Instagram and yoga studio posters as the epitome of yoga accomplishment. Yet, they’re often among the most frightening poses for students to try. The concept of flying fearlessly into wild, inverted poses plagues many yogis. I’m here to tell you: this collection of poses is […]
3 Reasons to Become a Yoga Teacher in Grand Rapids
/in Featured, Yoga Teacher Training /by Shannon AustinIf you’re feeling drawn to yoga teacher training, you’re not alone. Across Grand Rapids, more and more students are stepping beyond weekly practice and into the deeper study of yoga — not just to learn the postures, but to understand themselves, build community, and share what yoga has given them. Becoming a yoga teacher isn’t […]
What are the Staples of Yoga Etiquette?
/in Hot Yoga /by Shannon AustinThis week we’re getting into the nitty-gritty of studio etiquette. What are the staples of yoga etiquette that keep us flowing smoothly through our classes? It takes a tribe to keep Fever YCS going, and we always appreciate your consideration of these guidelines. Whether you’re a new friend or a veteran at our studio, these […]
STILLNESS
/in Meditation, Yoga /by Shannon AustinInterestingly enough, one of the reasons we practice poses, or ‘asanas,’ in yoga is to help our bodies become supple enough to do the opposite: to sit in stillness and meditation. Take a minute to think about the last time you sat in complete stillness, without wondering what you were going to cook for dinner […]
Why are So Many Yoga Poses Named after Animals?
/in Yoga /by Shannon AustinCats, cows, and cobras – oh my! Do you ever feel like you’re at the zoo during the middle of yoga class? Yoga asanas (or poses) include crow, eagle, downward dog, pigeon, lizard, dragon (okay, maybe that’s not a real animal), and so many others. This may lead you to ask: why are so many […]
4 Reasons Why Yoga Reduces Stress
/in Yoga /by Shannon AustinStress and anxiety exist in each of our lives. It’s unavoidable and part of the human experience. However, that doesn’t mean we can’t find ways to manage or reduce the impact that stressful situations have on us. Our daily responsibilities and worries don’t need to overwhelm us. And that, is where yoga comes in. Let’s […]