Final Post...

Thank you for being a reader and supporter of this blog. I've decided to no longer post on this blog and shift all posting to my Project blog. My work is ever changing and evolving and I'm finding that "Power Yoga and Fitness" no longer represents me or my work. Additionally, I think it is confusing and challenging for readers to keep up with two blogs. Going forward all my blogging will be done over at: www.btwg.blogspot.com.

I will keep this blog up, for now, in the event you want to read through the archives or check out some of the pictures from the past couple years.

Again, I truly thank you for reading this blog and for all your support.

In Peace,
Chris

Bragging Rights...

I just wanted to take this moment to brag and boast a little on one of our girls, Lindsey. Last May, Lindsey graduated high school and just last week she passed her final exams at cosmetology school, scoring in the 90's on both the written and the practical. Currently, she is studying for her state boards and I know she is going to breeze right through them. Lindsey is very talented, creative and artistic; makes me rather jealous : -) She worked super hard the last two years of high school so she could graduate and obtain the trade of cosmetology; forgoing much of a social life and sacrificing much of her free time, she excelled in both areas.

The photo below is from her graduation ceremony. Forgive me for the poor photo quality. I scanned this image and couldn't get it any more clear. At least you can see what a pretty young lady she is and her proud smile. Way to go Lindz! Love you!

Support for our Buddies

Hey Guys,

I wanted to make a little request for a couple of (y)our yoga buddies.

Earlier this week, Ginger Schonberg's mother passed away. Many of you know Ginger, as she has been a regular student of mine since the Twisted Sage days. While her mother has been having some difficulties over the last couple years, Ginger said she "took a turn for the worse" this past Wednesday. Ginger and her husband flew to Louisiana to be with her on Thursday and she passed at 9:00pm Thursday evening. Next week she will travel back to Louisiana for the funeral.

As part of her healing, Ginger decided to attend yoga with us yesterday and I was so glad to have a chance to see her and give her a hug. I asked Ginger if it would be okay for me to share her news with all of you before posting this and here is a little of what she had to say:

"Chris, I would be grateful and deeply touched to be part of the blog. Being with all of you feels essential to my healing. Johnny (Chris' note: that would be Johnny "Playa" Watts) and I had a good cry together. The thing that we both feel and could share is that we both know that for our Moms, leaving this life isn't a bad thing. I thought it would be easier because I know this, but it has been really hard. But I can tell you that all of you mean so much to me that I felt better just having been with you yesterday. Thanks so much for thinking of me. I know you will all be with me Wednesday. Ginger"

Ginger references John Watts, who I think anyone who has attended my classes knows VERY well, maybe too well... : -) Many of you also know that John's mother was recently diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor. As I understand, it is the same cancer that Ted Kennedy is dealing with. John's mother has opted to not treat the tumor and has chosen to let things take their course. I've spoken to John on occasion and I know this is a tough experience for him as well. How could it not be?

Please offer your prayers, love, and support to our beloved yoga buddies during this difficult time. Feel free to leave your comments below by clicking the "Comment" tab at the end of this post. Or, if you would like to contact them directly, let me know.

If you have a request, please let me know and I'll pass it along via the blog, or emails if you like. We are all here to support each other. Thanks for being here.

Peace,
Chris

Guest Teaching at Invoke

Tomorrow, I will be guest teaching for Eric Bryant at Invoke (http://www.invokestudio.com/). I will be leading his 10am - noon class. I'm excited to be teaching at Invoke and would love to see some familiar faces in class. So, feel free to sleep in and join me at 10, or if you are up for a challenge, attend my 8-9:30am at Cityoga then hit the 10:00 at Invoke! Either way, hope to see you tomorrow.

Note to Test Pilots: I will not be facilitating the post-yoga meeting tomorrow, as I have to be across town right after class. I do encourage you to meet as a group without me. Let me know what I miss!

Peace,
Chris

Be sure to stay up to date with all things "Project: Bridging the Wellness Gap" over at my Project blog, http://www.btwg.blogspot.com/. While there, be sure to visit the blogs hosted by the Project Test Pilots, which are linked to my blog.

Insight into the Project

Hey Guys,

Wanna join in a little of the Project fun? Check out my other blog and feel free to partake in the "homework" assignment. I'd love to hear from you.

www.btwg.blogspot.com

In Peace,
Chris

Happy 18th Birthday Dylan!

Love,

Dad

Eagle Creek Adventure Report

Hey Guys,

FINALLY!!!! It was a lengthy, slow process, yet I was finally able to post some pictures from last Sunday's Eagle Creek Adventure.

If a picture is worth a thousand words, then here are several thousand words which summarize the fun, fitness, and fellowship of our Adventure. If you were on the fence about joining us and didn't go for it, I'm truly sorry as you missed one of, if not the best Adventures to date. Don't let another one slip by without doing all you can to participate. Remember, these Adventure's are not races, they are appropriate for all fitness levels. All you need is an Adventurous spirit, a willingness to let go of your fears and "No Excuses!"

Hope to see you at our next Adventure, which if all works out will be early October. Stay tuned for announcements and dates and feel free to share your suggestions and ideas for upcoming Adventures; I plan to do them through the winter as well.

In Peace,
Chris

The group "before" getting sweating, dusty, and blissed out from the Adventure.

Unleash the hounds! The Adventure begins...

One of the bonus obstacles/challenges along the way. Here, Margaret makes it look easy.


John "Johan" Singleton showing excellent trail running form. You'd never know he's a cyclist : -), that's the beauty of cross-training and yoga. Going into the turn, notice his proper head tilt and leading from his pelvis/heart? Great stuff...

Alison cranks 'em out!

Yup, we even did some abs...

And more abs...

And did I mention pull ups..?

I really liked this "action" shot taken on a section of single track.

That's ultra-fit Kyle Rush doing his impersonation of "Tarzan"

It wouldn't be the same without some plyos in the mix

See, it can't be all that bad if they are smiling.

Oh and were there some hills! Some took the stairs, some charged up the trail instead. No escalators around these parts...

Project Test Pilot, "Big Daddy" Matt has become a born-again athlete (former cheerleader at U of K). That's fellow Test Pilot, Linda right on his heels.

Though all too short, this section was/is my favorite on the Adventure. Running through the reeds, nice soft single track, which winds along the resevoir shore line.

Post hike/run yoga session. Sooo nice for the hips.

Real Warriors of the body, mind, and spirit!

Jen feelin' it after the run. Though, I think Jen was acting here. Acting is her profession, so it's kinda hard to tell : -)

The dynamic duo. Pam, right, was the hero of the day in more ways than one. Great job Loretta!

A great view from the deck of the Peace Learning Center


Healthful post-Adventure treats!

One of our pit-stops along the route, a chance to take in the wonders and beauty that is offered at Eagle Creek Park

John doing what he says he does best... chillin'. John made the Eagle Creek Adventure a part of his own personal Adventure as he rode his bike to and from Eagle Creek, which made for an additional 2 hours of fun! Way to go John!

Y'all come back now, ya hear...