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"I have been using the supergreens in conjunction with increasing my YOGA practice frequency and consistency at prana--about 3-4 classes per week for the last 6 weeks or so and have definitely seen positive changes and I am so pleasantly surprised. THE COMBIINATION OF PRANA POWER YOGA AND SUPERGREENS IS AMAZING!! My digestive system has improved in ways I won't bore you with, my energy is more steady, I am more present in my everyday life, have been less reactionary, and resolved some interpersonal/ friendship issues that have been bothering me for months. I am always, always hot and have noticed that my body temperature has been much more stable lately as is my appetite. Also, doing the greens and PRANA POWER YOGA COMBO has challenged my discipline and patience and made me stay open to new information and opportunities--I feel less rigid, both personally and professionally. I have practiced yoga intermittently for several years, and now understand why you recommended coming to your mat more frequently! I have never felt better and am excited about the possibilities. Thank you for guiding me, I appreciate it so much!"

-vanessa
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faqs

Q: how many times a week should I practice prana power yoga?

A: at least three times a week. Five to six times for total physical, emotional and spiritual transformation!! The more you practice, the quicker the results - the sooner you will reach your goals, whatever they may be (i.e. centering yourself, toning, strengthening, achieving more balance in your life and on your mat, creating flexibility, achieving more focus in your life and on your mat, losing weight, etc.)

Q: will I lose weight doing prana power yoga?

A: many of our students who practice regularly report rapid loss of weight and inches off of their bodies (see student comments). And many of these students were very physically active before they began their power yoga practice.

Q: why is prana power yoga so efficient at helping you lose weight and inches?

A: this practice restores all of the systems of your body to their optimum and natural working order. Your body will achieve the balance that it was meant to have from birth. It is not necessary to diet; count calories, fat, or carbs; and/or obsess about food and weight anymore. If you simply do a regular yoga practice and breathe, your body will naturally and easily re-sculpt itself so that you are as nature intended you to be. After just a few weeks, you will notice that your clothes fit differently. People will comment to you that you've lost weight, and you will be amazed because it was effortless. There are many things going on concurrently for this to happen. You are not only working 100% of your body (see below) and burning a lot of calories doing so, but also in about week three of your yoga practice, you will notice that you just don't think about food very much anymore, and you naturally and easily gravitate toward foods that are right for your body. A donut or a beer just won't look appealing. And because your body is naturally finding its natural homeostasis, you will not eat as much as you did before. Your systems and glands will be on their way to stabilization and balance, and so you will not need to. You will have a fabulous appetite (and don't be afraid of this - embrace it!!), but compulsive eating for reasons other than true body hunger will subside.

Q: but what if my weight problem is caused by mental stuff more than physical? Will prana power yoga

A: absolutely. Weight problems are caused by improper functioning and balance of the systems of your body. Yoga balances all of these systems. Your brain is one of these systems, just as your pancreas, spleen, and liver are. And when your body gets to the weight that is right for you, that weight will be maintained effortlessly.

Q: does yoga give my body as much of a workout as if I go to the gym?

A: no. yoga gives your body much more of a "workout" than if you go to the gym. According to yoga teacher Bikram Choudhury, yoga works/exercises 100% of your body, as opposed to say, running which works about 10% of your body, tennis-about 15%, swimming-about 15%, or ballet-about 30%. And you don't need expensive equipment or a gym membership or years of training. You don't need to be flexible, graceful, athletic, or have "talent." All you need is yourself, a yoga mat, a clear intention, and your breath. That's all.

Q: will I strengthen my muscles with prana power yoga?

A: oh yes, you will. More than you can imagine. You will become so strong and lean and flexible. And it will just happen, while your attention is on how calm and centered and focused you have become. But prana power yoga works and cleanses every part of your body - not just your muscles. You will exercise just about every organ, nerve, tendon, ligament and muscle, fill your body with fresh, oxygen-rich blood, and cleanse out your system. And because of this, after a prana power yoga practice, you will experience a beautiful energy and lightness, and clarity of mind.

Q: do I need to be flexible and able to bend myself into a pretzel to do prana power yoga?

A: no. this has nothing to do with prana power yoga. This is all external–the whole pretzel bending thing. This is one of the many myths of yoga that need to be dispelled. All that matters is that you show up to your mat as often as you can (3x/week minimum is recommended - see above), breathe, and set a clear intention (i.e. why am I on my mat? What do I want from this practice?). Be as focused as you can about your intention - and you will achieve it. Visualization is quite helpful as well. Whatever you picture you will get - not just on your yoga mat!!

Q: is there a competitive atmosphere at prana power yoga?

A: absolutely not. competition is the antithesis of yoga. all that matters is that you are doing the best you can in this moment-practicing to your full potential-and resting when you need to. it is important to listen to your intuition, to your body-not your ego. and this sets a template for your life: keep your eyes on your own mat (it doesn't matter what your neighbor is doing), listen to your inner wisdom-not your ego, and breathe. it's that simple. then watch your life transform in beautiful ways you never thought possible.

Q: what are electrolytes and why are they so important?

A: electrolytes are the following nutrients: sodium, potassium, chloride, calcium, magnesium, bicarbonate, phosphate, and sulfate. Electrolytes are important because they are what your cells (especially nerve, heart, muscle) use to maintain voltages across their cell membranes and to carry electrical impulses (nerve impulses, muscle contractions) across themselves and to other cells. Your kidneys work to keep the electrolyte concentrations in your blood constant despite changes in your body. For example, when you practice yoga in a hot room, you lose electrolytes in your sweat, particularly sodium and potassium. You can also dilute electrolytes by consuming large quantities of water - even if you have not worked out. These electrolytes must be replaced to keep the electrolyte concentrations of your body fluids constant. Electrolytes can be found in sports drinks like power aid, gatorade and smart water, as well as in emergen-C packets (sold at trader joe's, bread and circus, and at our studio). Not replacing lost electrolytes is very serious, and can be fatal. So be preventative: drink a lot of water - with electrolytes--all day long. And know your body: nausea and dizziness are symptoms of electrolyte imbalance.

Q: How much do classes cost?

A: Pricing info is available for each studio here.