In Ayurveda, summer is normally associated with the characteristics of Pitta. During Fall, the characteristics of the Vata are more present, as the weather becomes cooler and dryer, Vata, which is connected to the elements of air and space, is more prominent. Since Vata is the most prominent of the three doshas (It controls blood flow, elimination of wastes, breathing) it is important it is kept balanced.
How do you know if you're inclined towards a Vata constitution?
We tend to have characteristics of all 3 doshas but we may notice that some are more prominient.
Vata is associated with Creativity ~ Enthusiasm ~ Freedom ~ Generosity ~ Joy ~ Vitality. Vata is reflected in those that are creative, imaginative, quick to learn and grasp new knowledge, but also quick to forget. They are the lightest of the three body types, tend to talk quickly, are lively, energetic, have high energy in short bursts; tendency to tire easily and to overexert.
How to balance the change to Fall?
-Eat warm, grounding foods such as avocado, mango, grapes, sweet potatoes, peas, beets, carrots, eggplant, squash, peppers, green beans.
- Nuts, eggs, white fish
- Drink warm liquids (decaffeinated), spice teas (ginger, cinnamon) and warm water.
- Yoga (of course) will help keep you balanced
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Friday, September 10, 2010
Life Along the Rideau Canal-Rideau Museum Music Series Sept-Nov
Ok, so here we are living along a World Unesco Heritage Site-not an honour bestowed on many! If you haven't indulged in the wonderful music series offered at the Rideau Canal Museum and want to enjoy some truly great music in a unique setting then read along!
The “Life Along the Rideau” Music Series is back with a bang and you do not want to miss this season’s line-up!
The Rideau Canal Museum is proud to welcome River City Junction to kick-off the “Life Along the Rideau” music series 2010, which debuts Friday, September 24 at 7:00 p.m. River City Junction is a Blues/Rock band steeped long in the tradition of Blues & Classic Rock. Best described as Modern Classic Rock, they weave the styles of Blues & Jazz into a Rock & Roll tapestry that beckons the listener back to a time when music was a way of life.
River City Junction will be the first of three performances in the “Life Along the Rideau” music series. This amazing and affordable music series will also feature the musical talents of acoustic roots/blues band Hard Pushin’ Papa and country/roots singer/songwriter Brock Zeman. Concerts will take place at the Rideau Canal Museum on the last Friday of each month, from September through November.
Doors open at 7:00 p.m. with concerts beginning at 8:00 p.m. Beer, wine and refreshments will be available for purchase before the show and during the intermission. Tickets for this amazing fundraiser are available for $12 each. Season passes for all three shows are available for a cost of $30 each, and can be reserved by calling the museum at (613) 284-0505. The Rideau Canal Museum’s beautiful stone auditorium provides a unique musical experience, and by attending this event, you will be supporting a local community museum.
The Rideau Canal Museum is the flagship interpretation centre for the historic Rideau Canal – a Canadian Heritage River, a National Historic Site of Canada, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Museum is located at 34 Beckwith Street South, in Smiths Falls. Other upcoming fundraising events include a Wine Tasting event on October 23, and a scotch tasting on November 27. Sign up for the Museum’s E-List to get regular updates about the schedule of events: E-mail us at rideaucanalmuseum@gmail.com today
The “Life Along the Rideau” Music Series is back with a bang and you do not want to miss this season’s line-up!
The Rideau Canal Museum is proud to welcome River City Junction to kick-off the “Life Along the Rideau” music series 2010, which debuts Friday, September 24 at 7:00 p.m. River City Junction is a Blues/Rock band steeped long in the tradition of Blues & Classic Rock. Best described as Modern Classic Rock, they weave the styles of Blues & Jazz into a Rock & Roll tapestry that beckons the listener back to a time when music was a way of life.
River City Junction will be the first of three performances in the “Life Along the Rideau” music series. This amazing and affordable music series will also feature the musical talents of acoustic roots/blues band Hard Pushin’ Papa and country/roots singer/songwriter Brock Zeman. Concerts will take place at the Rideau Canal Museum on the last Friday of each month, from September through November.
Doors open at 7:00 p.m. with concerts beginning at 8:00 p.m. Beer, wine and refreshments will be available for purchase before the show and during the intermission. Tickets for this amazing fundraiser are available for $12 each. Season passes for all three shows are available for a cost of $30 each, and can be reserved by calling the museum at (613) 284-0505. The Rideau Canal Museum’s beautiful stone auditorium provides a unique musical experience, and by attending this event, you will be supporting a local community museum.
The Rideau Canal Museum is the flagship interpretation centre for the historic Rideau Canal – a Canadian Heritage River, a National Historic Site of Canada, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Museum is located at 34 Beckwith Street South, in Smiths Falls. Other upcoming fundraising events include a Wine Tasting event on October 23, and a scotch tasting on November 27. Sign up for the Museum’s E-List to get regular updates about the schedule of events: E-mail us at rideaucanalmuseum@gmail.com today
Friday, September 3, 2010
September News
We hope you all had an amazing summer!! Soon we'll be seeing the wonderful colours of fall as the temperature starts to drop and for allegry sufferers, relief is in sight!
We are celebrating our 2nd anniversory this week! To celebrate our growth and your presence during the past two years, we are offering free classes all day September 4 & 5th. Please come and enjoy the experience. Find out what is going on in your studio:
Schedule of who is instructing what will be posted in the studio.
Bulletin Board is being installed in the studio where we will post news, events, and general "stuff" of interest.
Yoga Class Etiquette: Just a little reminder of some things:
- No cell phones in the studio. Remember to turn them off once you enter the studio. If you are on call or must have your phone on, pls turn them on vibrate
- Stay in Savasana (resting pose), once it is time to go please leave mats in the room until after you change.
-If a yoga class has already started, when you retrieve the mats, find a spot on the floor and unroll your mat quietly.
Fit Fact:
Want to have a quick energy boost in 15 minutes-then try this (please respect any medical conditions and advice):
Warm up with 10 second sets of: light skipping rope; running in place; jumping jacks; jump over the line (hopping side to side, picking feet up), repeat each 10 second sets x 10 times
- jump rope 200
- 20 second burpies, followed by 10 second rest
- 10 reverse lunges with forward kicks (10 each leg)
Repeat 3 x
Cool down
We are celebrating our 2nd anniversory this week! To celebrate our growth and your presence during the past two years, we are offering free classes all day September 4 & 5th. Please come and enjoy the experience. Find out what is going on in your studio:
Schedule of who is instructing what will be posted in the studio.
Bulletin Board is being installed in the studio where we will post news, events, and general "stuff" of interest.
Yoga Class Etiquette: Just a little reminder of some things:
- No cell phones in the studio. Remember to turn them off once you enter the studio. If you are on call or must have your phone on, pls turn them on vibrate
- Stay in Savasana (resting pose), once it is time to go please leave mats in the room until after you change.
-If a yoga class has already started, when you retrieve the mats, find a spot on the floor and unroll your mat quietly.
Fit Fact:
Want to have a quick energy boost in 15 minutes-then try this (please respect any medical conditions and advice):
Warm up with 10 second sets of: light skipping rope; running in place; jumping jacks; jump over the line (hopping side to side, picking feet up), repeat each 10 second sets x 10 times
- jump rope 200
- 20 second burpies, followed by 10 second rest
- 10 reverse lunges with forward kicks (10 each leg)
Repeat 3 x
Cool down
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