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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   27:59Episode 1 27:59Episode 130 minute RestorativesEpisode 1In this simple sequence of supported poses you will quiet your mind, refresh your spirit and restore your body. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 2 blankets, 1 bolster 
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   30:19Episode 2 30:19Episode 230 minute Modifying for TwoEpisode 2Pregnant? Don't give up your regular class just yet - find out how to modify your practice for two! Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket, 1 bolster 
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   18:45Episode 3 18:45Episode 315 minute Quick Prenatal BoostEpisode 3This class is great whenever you have a bit of time for a quick pick-me-up that will energize your day. 
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   03:02Episode 4 03:02Episode 45 minute Quick Down Dog TutorialEpisode 4Learn how to do one of the most commonly practiced poses in just 3 minutes 
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   1:20:51Episode 5 1:20:51Episode 575 minute Studio Class at HomeEpisode 5Dive into all aspects of your asana practice with this full-length well rounded class. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket, 1 strap 
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   18:30Episode 6 18:30Episode 620 min Quick Beginners Detox w/ MelanieEpisode 6Detoxify and energize your whole system in this short and effective detox yoga sequence. Recommended props: 1 block, 1 blanket 
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   22:10Episode 7 22:10Episode 720 minute Core Awareness & StrengthEpisode 7Build core awareness and strength and notice an increase in vitality, stamina and overall ease in your body. 
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   35:47Episode 8 35:47Episode 830 minute Opening Your CreativityEpisode 8Open your heart, get grounded, turn off the chatter and get ready and focused to move forward into creative endeavors. Recommended props: 1 blanket, 1 block 
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  30 minute Stepping It Up - Level 1 to Level 2Episode 9Build strength and endurance in this class that aims to ease your transition from a level 1 to a level 2 practice. Recommended props: 1 block, 1 strap 
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   33:00Episode 10 33:00Episode 1030 min Level 2 Energy Boost w/ MelanieEpisode 10Wake up some stagnant energy in this class aimed at getting you moving in case you need a pick me up. Recommended props: 1 blanket, 1 strap 
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   33:59Episode 11 33:59Episode 1130 minute Regular Daily PracticeEpisode 11Integrate this practice into your weekly routine while touching on all the major asanas that will leave you felling ready for your day. Recommended props: 1 strap, 1 block 
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   29:58Episode 12 29:58Episode 1230 minute Build your FoundationEpisode 12An efficient, all standing poses practice that builds strength and stability as well as flexibility. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 strap 
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   08:17Episode 13 08:17Episode 1310 minute Office Lower Back ReliefEpisode 13This short sequence will help alleviate the lower back pain associated with sitting at your desk for too long. Check out the rest of our Office Yoga journey series. 
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   11:10Episode 14 11:10Episode 1410 minute to Practice, PracticeEpisode 14Get on your mat every day no matter how much time you have with this quick practice. 
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   07:19Episode 15 07:19Episode 1510 minute 2PM SlumpEpisode 15These office yoga poses will pick you up and give you a new burst of energy when a nap isn't an option, and you're trying not to go back for another latte. Try another office yoga video in our journey series. 
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   05:53Episode 16 05:53Episode 165 minute Hard Core BusinessEpisode 16Cultivate core strength without leaving your desk in this brief yoga video for the office. Check out the entire Yoga for the Office journey series. 
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   06:40Episode 17 06:40Episode 175 minute Computer BluesEpisode 17Sitting at a computer all day can leave you with burning eyes, an achy upper back and sore wrists. Take a moment to alleviate those computer blues with this office yoga sequence. 
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   04:53Episode 18 04:53Episode 185 minute Powerful PauseEpisode 18Take a moment to focus on your breath and the deliberate release of tension and stress. Check out another yoga for the Office video as part of our Office Yoga journey series. 
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   59:11Episode 19 59:11Episode 1960 minute New to 2Episode 19Ease into the fire of a level 2 practice in this class that takes those poses at a slower pace so you can break them down and understand them fully. 
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   23:38Episode 20 23:38Episode 2020 minute Focus and Freedom w/ MelanieEpisode 20Balance is a dance between focus and letting go. Play with both in this short sequence of balancing poses. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 2 blankets 
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   20:36Episode 21 20:36Episode 2120 minute Quick Flow in BalanceEpisode 21Cultivate balance and the beautiful dance between focus & freedom, and strength & letting go. Have more time? 
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   30:00Episode 22 30:00Episode 2230 minute Twists & BackbendsEpisode 22Warm up the spine with plenty of twists so you can get into dhanurasana, or bow pose, in this advanced beginners class. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket, 1 strap 
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   16:16Episode 23 16:16Episode 2315 minute Office Yoga StretchEpisode 23Feel the benefits of more energy and better concentration with this sequence of twists, shoulders and leg stretches that you can do in your office. Recommended props: 1 strap, 1 chair 
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   13:51Episode 24 13:51Episode 2415 minute PM Stress ReliefEpisode 24This gentle yoga sequence will help you to relax and unwind at the end of a hectic day. If you don't have blankets, use beach towels. If you don't have a strap, use a belt or bathrobe tie. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 2 blankets, 1 bolster, 1 strap 
 
 
               
            