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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18:30Episode 1
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
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17:00Episode 2
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
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11:03Episode 3
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.
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12:19Episode 4
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
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07:28Episode 5
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
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22:39Episode 6
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
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50:51Episode 7
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
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49:51Episode 8
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
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14:45Episode 9
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
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14:20Episode 10
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.
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22:05Episode 11
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
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05:04Episode 12
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
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45:57Episode 13
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
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07:29Episode 14
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.
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10:32Episode 15
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?
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48:14Episode 16
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
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12:27Episode 17
10 minute Daily Wind Down
Episode 17
Release the stress of your day and put yourself in a state of ease for your night.
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11:05Episode 18
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.
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40:45Episode 19
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
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30:02Episode 20
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
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43:06Episode 21
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
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42:47Episode 22
45 minute Your Gift to You
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.
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31:35Episode 23
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
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21:23Episode 24
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