Workshop for Knees

with Lori Berenz

Saturday, June 11, 2016

1-4pm

Millions of North Americans have issues with their knees. Conditions such as osteoarthritis and other degenerative knee conditions lead to a decrease in mobility and an increase in pain. Coupled with this, and common in our modern lifestyles, tight leg muscles and hips can result in premature cartilage deterioration.

In this workshop, you will learn how to foster awareness in your feet, starting with the foundation of the leg, to work towards a healthier knee joint. Also, you will learn how to build strength by balancing the muscles of the legs towards functional alignment and even engagement of the leg muscles. Yoga has proven itself to be an antidote for knee trouble. Learn how to use props effectively to continue to practice deep knee bends without causing pain or discomfort in the joint and to promote the flow of synovial fluid in the knees to keep your knees well lubricated and agile.

In This Workshop You Will Learn:

-Proven techniques for hydration of the knee joint
-How to engage leg muscles for optimal knee support
-Safe and effective movements to aid in preventing at risk knees from injury

Investment: $50.00 +hst

Or Register Ahead to Reserve Your Spot and Pay Cash or Cheque at the Studio:

Minimum number of registrants: 6
Registration due date: June 6th

Meet Lori Berenz

Lori Berenz is a certified Iyengar yoga teacher at the Junior Intermediate II level. She has been studying with Senior Iyengar yoga teachers since 1998.  Over the years, Lori’s love of yoga inspired her to focus on teaching yoga and leave behind her corporate career of fifteen years in the field of Human Resources Management. She understands the challenges of balancing family, career and trying to implement yogic practices into a modern lifestyle.  Yoga has given Lori numerous benefits and has transformed every aspect of her life.  She is truly grateful for the gift of yoga and is passionate about the continuous learning it provides.

As a teacher, Lori draws from her own personal experiences to work with each individual student at a level that is appropriate for them.  Through detailed instruction and personal attention, she encourages each student to challenge themselves so that they can reap the benefits of a robust yoga asana and pranayama practice.  Lori regularly attends workshops, Pranayama and Sadhana intensives to hone and deepen her understanding and learning. Lorihas studied several times with the Iyengar family at RIMYI (Iyengar Institute) in Pune, India and continues to participate in the teacher training program at Yoga Centre Toronto in preparation for her next level of certification.