Melanie Lora Meltzer

Melanie Lora Meltzer

117 Episodes

Melanie began her practice of yoga 29 years ago as a fluke when it was offered as part of her theatre training. Upon graduating from college, Melanie started working behind the desk at Yoga Works so she could practice every day. 2 years after that Maty Ezraty invited her to take the Teacher Training, which she completed with Maty and Lisa Walford several months later. She immediately began subbing at Yoga Works, and within months had her own classes on the schedule. She taught at Yoga Works until summer of 2011, a month before her first child was born. Since then Melanie has taught online classes for Yoga Works and privately in Los Angeles and San Diego, where she now lives with her husband (who she met in Teacher Training) and their 4 children. Melanie is known for her thoughtful approach to alignment and her creative language. She specializes in teaching beginners and lower intermediate students, as she relishes breaking poses down and taking time to investigate the basics in a safe though challenging way.

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Melanie Lora Meltzer
  • 20 minute Shoulderstand

    Episode 1

    Break down and start to practice shoulder stand, a pose thats benefits can include hormonal balance, digestive aid, headache relief, stress relief and more. Recommended props: 1 blanket, 1 strap

  • 15 minute Melt Your Shoulder Tension

    Episode 2

    This beginner yoga sequence targets stiffness in a chronically tight area: the upper back and shoulders. Recommended props: 1 strap

  • 10 minute Core Power

    Episode 3

    Cultivate core strength in this sequence that not only builds power in the abdomen, but helps the overall health of your spine.

  • 15 minute Lower Body Strengthener

    Episode 4

    This sequence is designed to build strength in the legs, glutes, hips, and lower back in a short amount of time. Recommended props: 2 blocks

  • 10 minute Headache Relief

    Episode 5

    In this short sequence you'll focus on keeping your head down, your senses quiet, and your neck relaxed in order to relieve headaches. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 2 blankets, 2 bolsters

  • 20 minute Hips and Hamstrings

    Episode 6

    Tight hips and hamstrings? Gently and effectively loosen up these areas in this sequence. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket, 1 strap

  • 45 minute Decluttering the Hips

    Episode 7

    The hips are where we store a lot of feelings, experiences and tension. Clear them out in this beginner hip opening sequence! Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket, 1 strap

  • 45 minute Free Your Spine

    Episode 8

    Free your spine through backbends and twists in this flowing beginner yoga sequence. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket, 1 strap

  • 15 minute The World Turned On Its Head

    Episode 9

    Get into headstand and look at the world from a new perspective - upside down! Recommended props: 1 blanket

  • 15 minute Mommy Pick Me Up

    Episode 10

    This is the perfect sequence to do when your energy is low, but the demands on your energy are high. Check out our entire Yoga For Moms journey series.

  • 20 minute Happy Belly

    Episode 11

    It's hard to feel like you're in good health if you aren't digesting well. This simple sequence focuses on promoting circulation and balance in the digestive tract so you can feel your best! Recommended props: 2 blocks, 2 blankets

  • 5 minute Learn Ujjayi Pranayama

    Episode 12

    Ujjayi is one of the most powerful breaths, and is wonderful to do during the physical practice of yoga as it energizes the body and centers the mind. Recommended props: 1 blanket

  • 45 minute Flow for Digestion

    Episode 13

    Focus on the standing poses, twists and backbends that are good for digestion. Remember - a happy belly makes a happy yogi! Be sure to check out the Yoga for Detox journey series. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 2 blankets, 1 strap

  • 10 minute Mommy Core

    Episode 14

    Restrengthen all of the belly muscles that may have weakened during pregnancy. Check out our entire Yoga For Moms journey series.

  • 10 minute Mommy Stretch

    Episode 15

    Open up your upper back and shoulders, which are two areas that can get incredibly tight when holding your child. Did you know we have a Yoga For Moms journey series?

  • 45 minute Upping the Ante

    Episode 16

    This sequence is great for beginning level students who are ready for more of a challenge, or for intermediate level students who want to get back to their foundation. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 strap

  • 10 minute Daily Wind Down

    Episode 17

    Release the stress of your day and put yourself in a state of ease for your night.

  • 10 minute Moving On Up

    Episode 18

    Build your strength and get ready for level 2 classes in this short sequence that focuses on full chaturanga and Surya Namaskara B.

  • 45 minute Everything You Need

    Episode 19

    This well rounded flow class gives you everything you need while being short enough to fit into a busy day. See if you can fit it in 3 times a week! Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 strap

  • 30 minute Advanced Beginners

    Episode 20

    Get a full practice in a short amount of time for those days you just don't have an hour to spare. Recommended props: 1 block, 1 blanket, 1 strap

  • 45 minute 3rd Trimester Yoga and Meditation

    Episode 21

    Connect to your body and your baby in this practice aimed at moms in their third trimester. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket, 1 bolster

  • 45 min Your Gift to You w/ Melanie

    Episode 22

    Give yourself the gift of yoga this holiday season so that you can let go of the stress and focus on the beauty of the season.

  • 30 minutes Standing Pose Flow

    Episode 23

    Stand strong in this flow class that teaches you everything you need to know about standing poses. Recommended props: 2 blocks

  • 20 minute Time for a Quickie

    Episode 24

    Squeeze a quick practice into your busy schedule when you're short on time, but want a well-rounded practice. Recommended props: 1 block, 1 strap