by Karen Fabian | May 27, 2017 | anatomy, Structure and Spirit
In my most recent post, I was sharing with you that I recently passed my Certified Personal Trainer exam, administered by the National Association of Sports Medicine. After teaching yoga for so many years, it was refreshing to get a different perspective on the body,...
by Karen Fabian | Mar 26, 2017 | Teaching Moment
Think about something that terrifies you. Okay, maybe not “terrifies” but think of something that makes your stomach tie up in nervous knots. Maybe giving a presentation or going to the doctor but teaching a yoga class? Well, it’s true. Many teachers...
by Karen Fabian | Nov 14, 2016 | Class theme, Grow Your Teaching Techniques
When I began my training with Baron Baptiste back in 2002, I was taught  a standard sequence. At the time I didn’t realize it but over time, I grew to really depend on that standard sequence to support my teaching but better yet, to allow me the freedom...
by Karen Fabian | Nov 7, 2016 | Anatomy Stories
I read a hilarious post today by one of my teaching colleagues which mentioned the cue that we sometimes hear in class that goes something like this, ” Rest in Downward Dog for a moment.” I must admit, I’ve said something along those lines a...
by Karen Fabian | Oct 31, 2016 | Anatomy Stories
I can remember many years ago, when I actually still bought magazines ( this was pre-Facebook, mind you) when I’d buy Martha Stewart Living. Her magazine was like gold to me. She took even the most simple thing, like salt, and would explain in painstaking detail...
