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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37:39Episode 1
45 minute Forward Bend Flow
Episode 1
Quiet your nervous system while you build strength and flexibility with this flowing sequence that incorporates lots of forward bends. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket, 1 strap
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35:01Episode 2
30 minute At The Wall
Episode 2
Find out how much strength and stability you can tap into when you use the wall for resistance. Recommended props: 1 strap
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31:36Episode 3
30 minute Begin to Flow
Episode 3
Brand new to yoga? This sequence is designed to fit into your busiest days so that you can start to feel the benefits of a yoga practice no matter what your schedule is. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 strap
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24:37Episode 4
20 min Holiday Timeout w/ Melanie
Episode 4
Take a timeout from the chaos of the holidays with this short class that will leave you restored, revitalized and able to enjoy this magical time of year. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket, 1 strap
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36:41Episode 5
40 minute Holiday Prenatal
Episode 5
Walking through the holidays pregnant is an adventure! Use this practice to connect to your body, stay present with your baby, and take care of both of you this holiday season. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket, 1 bolster
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36:04Episode 6
30 minute Flowing in Balance
Episode 6
Ride the waves of balance and instability and leave your self-judgement at the door with this fun sequence that focuses on balance poses. Recommended props: 1 block
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44:35Episode 7
45 minute Focus and Freedom
Episode 7
Balance poses give us a sense of both focus and freedom. Use your breath to remain strong yet at ease in these postures, and find balance both on and off your mat. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 2 blankets
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36:38Episode 8
30 minute Flow to Quiet
Episode 8
Slow down in this flow that leads to an extra long and juicy savasana. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 2 blankets, 1 strap
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31:28Episode 9
30 minute Prenatal Upper and Lower
Episode 9
Build and maintain upper and lower body strength in this quick sequence that can be done in any trimester. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket, 1 bolster
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42:35Episode 10
45 minute Move on Up
Episode 10
Are you ready to move to a level 2 class? This class helps you get ready for the next level with full chaturangas, vinyasas, surya B and linking standing poses together. Recommended props: 1 block, 1 blanket, 1 strap
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07:43Episode 11
10 minute Full Savasana
Episode 11
Quiet your mind and set up your body for a restful and restorative savasana. Feel free to add this to the end of any practice if you have the time for added relaxation. Recommended props: 2 blankets
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18:45Episode 12
20 minute Anytime Practice
Episode 12
Energize your body with this practice that can fit in whenever your schedule permits. Recommended props: 1 block
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45:29Episode 13
45 minute Upper Body Core
Episode 13
Strengthen your upper body and core in this vinyasa flow sequence. Recommended props: 1 block, 1 strap
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35:44Episode 14
30 minute Steady Flow
Episode 14
Take your time in this well rounded flow class aimed at helping you connect to your breath. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket
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43:26Episode 15
45 minute Beginner's Cardio Sequence
Episode 15
Strengthen and sweat in this fast-paced cardio class that's still accessible to beginners.
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15:55Episode 16
15 minute Quick Beginner's Cardio
Episode 16
When you only have a little bit of time this is a great class to work up a sweat and get your body moving.
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29:06Episode 17
30 min Cardio for Beginners w/ Melanie
Episode 17
Get your heart rate up and your sweat on in this cardio class geared toward beginners.
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23:34Episode 18
20 minute Dusting the Corners
Episode 18
Get up and clear out any tension and stress in your body with this quick level one practice.
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20:58Episode 19
20 minute Get Well Soon
Episode 19
Give a boost to your immune system in this easy flow class for those days your not feeling your best. Recommended props: 1 bolster, 1 strap
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50:26Episode 20
60 minute Evening Prenatal
Episode 20
Feel strong, work hard, wind down and get ready for a deep sleep. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket, 1 strap, 1 bolster
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59:14Episode 21
60 minute Simple, Not Easy
Episode 21
Simple poses do not necessarily mean easy poses. This beginner flow yoga class is great for those who are new to yoga, or more advanced students who want to get back to the basics. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket, 1 strap
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12:47Episode 22
15 minute Vinyasa-Plank to Cobra
Episode 22
Learn to practice a simple yoga sequence including plank pose and cobra.
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12:00Episode 23
10 minute Vinyasa-Plank to Down Dog
Episode 23
Learn to practice a simple yoga sequence including plank pose and downward dog.
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09:58Episode 24
10 minute Mommy Restore
Episode 24
Relax, replenish and restore on all of the levels that can get depleted when you're a mom. Check out our entire Yoga For Moms journey series. Recommended props: 2 blocks, 1 blanket, 1 bolster