The Power of Intention

I have a different take on this sequence the 2nd time around. It's more...

I have a different take on this sequence the 2nd time around. It's more cardio than I noted before, and now I can do all the poses. Until recently, I shied away from strengthening Manipura because I thought it was all about competition, consumption, & selfishness...but I realize now that it isn't a destructive force when it is in balance with other strong, healthy chakras. Speaking of balance, it turns out that a strong core has given me access to the balancing postures in this sequence. I added a headstand before savasana--it's looks like Adi skipped it due to wind but she sets us up for it perfectly so I really recommend it. Nice hip opening in addition to overall body work. Oh, watch 25:20-27:00 before starting this practice because you cannot look at the screen while you are doing this and it's hard to perform that part unless you've seen it before.

This is a nice Ashtanga-based class that offers variations to make the s...

This is a nice Ashtanga-based class that offers variations to make the series fresh. I found I could really get into my breath and enjoy the poses which I can't always do in Ashtanga. Adi is my favorite teacher at Yoga Today!

This is a nice Ashtanga-based class that offers variations to make the s...

This is a nice Ashtanga-based class that offers variations to make the series fresh. I found I could really get into my breath and enjoy the poses which I can't always do in Ashtanga. Adi is my favorite teacher at Yoga Today!

This is a nice Ashtanga-based class that offers variations to make the s...

This is a nice Ashtanga-based class that offers variations to make the series fresh. I found I could really get into my breath and enjoy the poses which I can't always do in Ashtanga. Adi is my favorite teacher at Yoga Today!

This is a nice Ashtanga-based class that offers variations to make the s...

This is a nice Ashtanga-based class that offers variations to make the series fresh. I found I could really get into my breath and enjoy the poses which I can't always do in Ashtanga. Adi is my favorite teacher at Yoga Today!

Thanks Adi, great practice!

Really nice flow to this class. Not too fast, but still challenging!

This is a good one. Not as sweaty as a lot of Adi's classes, but challe...

This is a good one. Not as sweaty as a lot of Adi's classes, but challenging in a different way: I couldn't do a lot of the poses and I kept rolling over like a toy. I'll have to try again later. I really love the very first movement in this one, the spinal warm-up. Also, the sounds of the singing birds and the wind in the grass are super peaceful.

Absolutely love it! Lots of fun and challenging poses with some surprise...

Absolutely love it! Lots of fun and challenging poses with some surprises as well. Thanks Adi for another great class. Always a pleasure to be able to practice with you online! Namaste.

Really nice way to start the day, I wish there was a bit longer guided r...

Really nice way to start the day, I wish there was a bit longer guided relaxation at the end.

so nice adi. thank you!

nice, solid practice. Namaste.

Love how Adi breaks down something that may have seemed more difficult a...

Love how Adi breaks down something that may have seemed more difficult and makes it easier to understand. She also brings a playful fun to practice which is always appreciated.

Adi always gives great instruction and reminders. Some of the poses in t...

Adi always gives great instruction and reminders. Some of the poses in this class were more advanced than I can do but all in all a good class.

I enjoyed the donkey kicks without the pressure of actually going up int...

I enjoyed the donkey kicks without the pressure of actually going up into handstand.

Thanks Adi! Always challenging but with a nice slow work-up to some beau...

Thanks Adi! Always challenging but with a nice slow work-up to some beautiful poses (well in my mind they were beautiful!) Made my afternoon!

I have to say I'm always a bit reluctant to take Adi's classes because I...

I have to say I'm always a bit reluctant to take Adi's classes because I usually find them very difficult. This one was definitely challenging, but as the other reviews tell, the range of poses is great & a couple which I barely ever do came as a nice surprise.

This one was perfect as I was coming back after a long idleness and want...

This one was perfect as I was coming back after a long idleness and wanted a challenge, but needed to trust I could do it. It also offers some unusual asanas, which is always refreshing.

Excellent Class recommended for evening and morning ,very nice pace ..Th...

Excellent Class recommended for evening and morning ,very nice pace ..Thank You Adi

... after this great practice. Thank you Adi! Glad to have joined yogato...

... after this great practice. Thank you Adi! Glad to have joined yogatoday! T.

Thank you Adi for a wonderful way to start my day!

Fantastic, thank you. Lots of variety and great intention meditation.

great variety of poses! fantastic way to start the day!

A little bit of everything: binds, balancing, lift-ups, core. I especial...

A little bit of everything: binds, balancing, lift-ups, core. I especially liked the Sun Salutations B with holding each pose for 5 breaths. Such an invigorating, fun & well-paced class!

this class gives you confidence and power!

My learning from this class is that by creating openings within the body...

My learning from this class is that by creating openings within the body with the intention that you bring to the practice, creates space for change in your life. It is palpable. Thank you Adi!

I had read the reviews and listened to Adi's intro and so knew there wou...

I had read the reviews and listened to Adi's intro and so knew there would be some challenges. True to the class I set the intention that expecting those challenges wouldn't cause me anxiety and I wouldn't be attached to any outcome. My mindset didn't falter and I completed everything to the best of my ability joyfully. Awesome feeling afterwards.

Meditatively paced, room to challenge yourself wherever you are, and sup...

Meditatively paced, room to challenge yourself wherever you are, and super deep relaxation at the end. Excellent job Adi. This is one of my favorites.

I thoroughly enjoy Adi's classes. Excellent instructions, she has an exp...

I thoroughly enjoy Adi's classes. Excellent instructions, she has an experienced way of moving your body into the pose, whether you are just starting or advanced.

LOVED this class. Wish the savasana was included - was soooo good. Thank...

LOVED this class. Wish the savasana was included - was soooo good. Thank you Adi!!!

Thank you so much. I wish there were a way to mark "favorites" b/c this ...

Thank you so much. I wish there were a way to mark "favorites" b/c this is definitely one of them.

This class is a great mind/body blend for yogis who want to integrate th...

This class is a great mind/body blend for yogis who want to integrate these facets into their practice. Wonderful!

Great class! Lots of diverse poses. Adi kept the flow going. Wish there ...

Great class! Lots of diverse poses. Adi kept the flow going. Wish there were some hip openers. I still feel great :)

This was a well-balanced class with a good mix of vinyasa & extended hol...

This was a well-balanced class with a good mix of vinyasa & extended holds. Thanks, Adi, for constantly reminding me about the necessity of steady breathing & to remember my intention.

Wonderful moving meditation using concentration to enhance intention and...

Wonderful moving meditation using concentration to enhance intention and live vibrantly in the moment. I always enjoy witnessing the natural splendor unveiled in the background, reminding of the something greater to which we all connect. Namaste

This class was so lovely, it was moderately paced with lots of fun and s...

This class was so lovely, it was moderately paced with lots of fun and slightly challenging postures (like bird of paradise after a bound side-angle pose) and a great sequence of floor work that is typically missing from other classes, this has a good 25 minutes of floor work. Adi always brings you back to your intention with gentle reminders and this class made me feel like a million bucks. will do again! Thanks, Adi. :)

Very fun and challenging class. Lots of variation - the hour went by qui...

Very fun and challenging class. Lots of variation - the hour went by quickly and left me feeling wonderful the rest of the day. Nice to have yoginis that were a little more like the not-so-flexible of us:-)

Amazing class full of great poses that challenge but leave you feeling r...

Amazing class full of great poses that challenge but leave you feeling relaxed and calm!

some fun and difficult poses were incorporated, and there were parts tha...

some fun and difficult poses were incorporated, and there were parts that were high intensity while others were relaxing. I will do this one again for sure.

This was an all-around great class that left me feeling strong, relaxed,...

This was an all-around great class that left me feeling strong, relaxed, and balanced. The consistent reminders of our intentions helps to keep the attitude focused and the mind calm. Thanks Adi!

Setting an intention and then focusing on it throughout the class deepen...

Setting an intention and then focusing on it throughout the class deepened the meditative aspect the asana practice. The sequencing and pacing of the class were superb and Adi's uplifing and playful guidance made even the more challengin poses a joy. Thank you Adi.

I found quite a few postures in this class challenging. In some cases I ...

I found quite a few postures in this class challenging. In some cases I was unable to do them. I loved the sun salutation with the holds for each pose. There's a lengthy seated section. Gorgeous scenery! I loved the shadows the clouds were casting as they rolled on by. The energy's very playful and non-intimidating here. I look forward to returning for more play and discovery in the future -- hopefully marking progress as well.

Lovely class with some surprising little challenging nuggets! Thanks Adi