SC Yoga Girl

In this bonus episode, Melanie leads a Slow Flow vinyasa class, with Tree Pose as the peak pose, set to a soundtrack with all your favorite alternative and grunge Gen-X music. The actual class length is 56 minutes. Props are optional, but it is recommended to have one or two blocks, a strap, and a blanket if you'd like some extra support. To find out more about Melanie and her offerings, visit...

In this final episode of Season 3, Melanie talks about far infrared heat vs. forced air heat when it comes to practicing hot yoga? What is the difference between these two types of heat? Is one better than the other? Listen in to find out. For more information on Melanie and her offerings, visit scyogagirl.com or email Melanie@scyogagirl.com .

In this episode, Melanie talks about how transitioning from one season to the next can affect you, and how to make sure you are giving yourself what you need. She also discusses a wonderful Yin workshop she attended. For more information on Melanie and her offerings, visit scyogagirl.com or email Melanie@scyogagirl.com.

In this episode, Melanie fills you in on what's been happening with her life over these past few months, giving you insight into what sparks her ideas for her podcast episodes. For more information on Melanie and her offerings, visit scyogagirl.com, or email her at Melanie@scyogagirl.com.

In today's episode, Melanie discusses Loving-Kindness Meditation. She explains what it is, what the benefits are, and ends with a 7-minute Loving-Kindness Meditation practice. For more information on Melanie and her offerings, visit scyogagirl.com , or email Melanie at melanie@scyogagirl.com .

In today's episode, Melanie discusses how you can use yoga to help you deal with anxiety, depression and/or trauma. Learn what each of these conditions is, symptoms of each, and the differences/similarities between them. Here are the links to the reports Melanie mentions in the episode: ADAA Facts & Statistics report 2023 State of Mental Health in America report Learn more about Melanie an...

Enjoy this 40-minute yoga nidra practice, with an emphasis on anxiety. For more information on Melanie and her offerings, go to scyogagirl.com or email Melanie at melanie@scyogagirl.com .

In this episode, Melanie explains what yoga nidra (yogic sleep) is, covering the benefits it provides and how to practice it. If you're interested in purchasing Yoga Nidra, by Swami Satyanandra Saraswati, you can find it here . To find out more about Melanie and her offerings, go to scyogagirl.com or email Melanie at melanie@scyogagirl.com .

In today's episode, Melanie talks about the importance of cultivating humility in our lives and in our yoga practice. For more information on Melanie and her offerings, visit scyogagirl.com or email Melanie at melanie@scyogagirl.com .

In this episode, Melanie takes some time to talk about the similarities and the differences between Yin Yoga and Restorative Yoga. For more information on Melanie and her offerings, check out scyogagirl.com or email Melanie at melanie@scyogagirl.com .

In this episode, Melanie explains Restorative Yoga and its many benefits. For more information on Melanie and her offerings, go to scyogagirl.com or email Melanie at melanie@scyogagirl.com .

Have you ever heard of Yin Yoga and wondered what in the world it’s all about? In this episode, Melanie explains Yin Yoga and the benefits of adding it to your practice. For more information on Melanie and her offerings, go to scyogagirl.com or email Melanie at melanie@scyogagirl.com.

In today's episode, Melanie provides a summary of the fourth (and final) chapter, or pada, of the Yoga Sutras: Kaivalya Pada. You can find out more about Melanie and her offerings at  scyogagirl.com , or email Melanie at  melanie@scyogagirl.com .

In today's episode, Melanie provides a summary of the third chapter, or pada, of the Yoga Sutras: Vibhuti Pada. You can find out more about Melanie and her offerings at  scyogagirl.com , or email Melanie at  melanie@scyogagirl.com .

In today's episode, Melanie provides a summary of the second chapter, or pada, of the Yoga Sutras: Sadhana Pada. You can find out more about Melanie and her offerings at  scyogagirl.com , or email Melanie at  melanie@scyogagirl.com .

In today's episode, Melanie provides a summary of the first chapter, or pada, of the Yoga Sutras: Samadhi Pada. This chapter is all about what yoga is and how to achieve Samadhi (enlightenment or bliss), so listen in to find out more. You can find out more about Melanie and her offerings at scyogagirl.com , or email Melanie at melanie@scyogagirl.com .

In today's episode, Melanie begins the first of a short series of episodes about the Yoga Sutras. This episode is an introduction to the sutras and provides an overview of what they are, along with a bit of historical context. For more information on Melanie and her offerings, please check out her web site at scyogagirl.com .

If you're looking for a yoga class you can do from anywhere, then check out this BONUS 60-minute Flow to Stretch yoga class, suitable for all levels. No props are required, but blocks and a blanket could be useful if you would like extra support in any way. The first half of the class is a slow vinyasa format, while the second half is a deep stretch format. The songs in the playlist are: Cloud...

In this final episode of Season 2, Melanie discusses the connection between practicing mindfulness and taming a wild elephant. To purchase the book she recommends, How to Train a Wild Elephant: And Other Adventures in Mindfulness, by Jan Chozen Bays, click here . For more information on Melanie and her offerings, please check out her web site at scyogagirl.com .

In today's episode, Melanie discusses how taking the time to focus on finding joy in our lives can help us towards finding Santosha. Santosha is the second of the Niyamas, and it translates to Contentment. If you have trouble finding the joy all around you, listen in for some tips on how you can use your yoga practice, as well as some everyday things, to help you do this more effectively. For more...

In today's episode, Melanie discusses how taking the time to focus on our own actions, rather than the actions of others, can help us towards finding Santosha. Santosha is the second of the Niyamas, and it translates to Contentment. If you find yourself constantly caught up in external drama, listen in for some tips on how you can use your yoga practice, as well as some everyday things, to help yo...

In today's episode, Melanie discusses how taking the time to focus on finding the positives in our current circumstances can help us towards finding Santosha. Santosha is the second of the Niyamas, and it translates to Contentment. If you have trouble finding the good in the challenging circumstances you face, listen in for some tips on how you can use your yoga practice, as well as some everyday...

In today's episode, Melanie discusses how taking the time to focus on our current surroundings can help us towards finding Santosha. Santosha is the second of the Niyamas, and it translates to Contentment. If you have trouble staying focused, listen in for some tips on how you can use your yoga practice, as well as some everyday things, to help you focus on your current surroundings more effective...

In today's episode, Melanie offers a 5-minute guided meditation that helps us cultivate happiness in our lives.  Get comfy for this relaxing meditation, and be prepared for your heart to be filled with happiness. Here's how the episode breaks down, in case you want to fast forward to certain sections in the future: (00:02:04) Melanie presents an introduction on the topic of happiness. (0...

If you're dealing with a chronic illness and think yoga isn't for  you, then check out this episode, where Melanie shares 5 ways yoga has helped her in managing her own chronic conditions. If you have questions or would like more information about Melanie and her offerings, check out scyogagirl.com , or email Melanie at Melanie@scyogagirl.com . This episode is also available as a blog post: h...