Relax & Restore

12 classes4h 50m

About This Collection

This Collection consists of mindfully sequenced classes which are designed to help you Relax & Restore. The perfect antidote to relieve stress, anxiety, fatigue or injury.

Classes in This Collection

Let Go

Lauren Eckstrom

Dealing with mounting stress? How about serious fatigue? Are you recovering from illness or injury? Then you need a nice dose of Relax & Restore, a Level 1, 30-minute class by Lauren. A restorative style class, focus is on basic movements as well as relaxation and stress relief. In order to perfect the postures in this class and perform them the right way every time, you’ll need a bolster or pillow, as well as a block or stack of books. Utilizing these items as per Lauren’s instruction ensures the full support you need. You’ll arrange the pieces to create a “ramp” for you to lie back and relax on. The intention with this yoga class isn’t so much the deep stretching that accompanies other Yoga Collective sessions, but instead is all about getting you to relax. Let go of anger, tension, stress, and worry, and replace these feelings with positive ones! Try the class before or after a stressful day.

Restorative Level 1

Yin Yoga

Travis Eliot

Work on your stretching technique with this Yin Yoga class by Travis Eliot. A 40-minute, Level 1 class that keeps you on the floor, you’ll focus on basic movements as well as flexibility and relaxation. Class is designed to leave you “yoga stoned,” as Yin yoga is a slow paced style that requires holding postures for longer durations. Begin class in Downward Facing Dog and feel your palms root as you stretch out the back of the legs and relax your face. Find your breath, gauge how your body is feeling, and focus on being present before getting into the practice. Whether you feel your stretching ability isn’t what it used to be or you simply want to dramatically increase your flexibility, Yin Yoga and other Yoga Collective sessions provide the perfect way to go about it. Increase your mind body connection as you work through this floor series with Travis. Relax, de-stress, get flexible, and have fun!

Yin Level 1

Yin Deep Stretch

Lauren Eckstrom

The shoulders and hips are two areas of the body known for holding a whole lot of stress and tension. Release this tension and de-stress by joining Lauren in this Vinyasa-style, Yin Yoga practice! A Level 1, 30 minute class, you’ll focus on relaxation and stress relief while also opening the hips and shoulders and learning basic yoga movements. Begin the class in Child’s Pose before delving into Yin Yoga, a slower-paced practice style that involves holding yoga poses for longer periods of time. Most poses are held for five minutes if not longer, and benefits from this practice are many. They include a calming and balancing effect on the mind and body, regulation of bodily energy, joint lubrication and protection, improved stamina, deeper relaxation, migraine and TMJ relief, and much more. Part of a well-rounded yoga regimen, enjoy this Yin yoga class with Lauren and advance your practice! Feel that incredible sense of relaxation that results, and allow it to permeate your whole day (and night).

Yin Level 1

Yin - Short & Sweet

Lauren Eckstrom

A Level 1, 20-minute class by Lauren, Yin--Short & Sweet is the perfect session for reconnecting with the self on hectic days. A Yin-style class, you’ll hold poses for five minutes or longer, as pace is always slower in such yoga classes. With a focus on basic movements, well-roundedness, stress relief, relaxation, and sleep, this class is ideal for those days that seem to last forever and everything that could go wrong did go wrong. Take a well-deserved break and dedicate some time to “grounding” yourself. Lauren starts the class in Child’s Pose, and discusses how “personal” the yoga pose is, with some preferring open knees and the chest resting on the mat, and others a more compact posture. Child’s Pose is ideal for helping us slow down and feel the relaxation we need to enjoy practice...and life in general! Join Lauren and take a “me” break today! Feel rested yet energized once the 20 minutes are up.

Yin Level 1

Deep Yin

Kyle Miller

Looking to totally and completely de-stress? Want to relax the nervous system and calm down? Take this 20-minute, Level 1 class with Kyle Miller and stretch (and breathe) your way to that amazing feeling of tranquility. Focusing on basic movements, sleep, relaxation, and stress relief, class style is yin. Yin yoga is a slow-paced option where asanas, or poses, are held for longer periods of time--usually five minutes or longer! Created by martial arts expert and Taoist yoga teacher Paulie Zink in the late 1970s, yin yoga poses put modest pressure on connective tissues in order to increase flexibility and circulation in the joints. Movements are also designed to enhance the flow of qi in the body, or the energy believed to run through meridian pathways. A meditative yoga option, yin is all about inner silence. Breath deeply and stretch with Kyle, and let go of daily stress and tension!

Yin Level 1

Full Body Stretch

Andrea Jensen

Say peace out to tension and hello to the zen life with Full Body Stretch by the yoga queen herself, Andrea Jensen . This Level 1, 30-minute Vinyasa magic is your ticket to shaking off the muscle stress and embracing that chill vibe. We get it – life's a rollercoaster, but this class is your pitstop for some serious self-love. Dive into basic yoga moves, crank up the flexibility, and let the relaxation and stress relief vibes flow. It's like a spa day for your body and mind, all packed into a half-hour session. Whether you're kicking off the day, need that midday recharge, or winding down before hitting the pillow, this class has your back. Let's talk about fighting stress without getting sick – yeah, we're dropping that knowledge. Stretch your way to a healthier you, combining breath work to keep that mind zen. Andrea's got the lowdown, giving you the deets for a refreshed, relaxed, and rejuvenated vibe. Feeling a bit "yucky" or just plain irritable? This class is your mood makeover. Take 30 minutes for you, because, let's face it, you've earned it. Time to stretch, flex, and reclaim that inner peace. You got this!

Vinyasa Level 1

Shoulder Surrender

Lauren Eckstrom

The shoulders are a great source of tension in the body, particularly for those who work in front of computers all day long. Rather than allowing daily tension to settle and subsequently build in the shoulders, neck, and jaw, try this 10-minute, Level 1 class by Lauren Eckstrom. In this short shoulder sequence, you’ll focus on basic yoga movements and heart opening in addition to this tension filled area of the body. A restorative class, enjoy it in conjunction with Yoga Collective’s Neck Sequence for optimal relief of stress and tension. Use a strap and a block for the practice if desired, and feel a fantastic sense of surrender as you move through each posture with Lauren. You’ll roll into the crown of your head early on in this practice for a deep shoulder stretch that opens up the collarbone. Use this class on a weekly basis to rid your life of shoulder tension for good! It’s the perfect antidote to a long day. Enjoy!

Restorative Level 1

Neck Release

Lauren Eckstrom

Don’t let pain and tension in the neck run your life! A sensitive area of the body for many due to injury, personal history, and general stress, this gentle sequence is ideal for dealing with neck pain. Lauren guides you through a 10-minute, Level 1 class focusing on basic yoga movements as well as relaxation and stress relief. Use this class to coax the neck muscles out of a place of tension, and pair it with Lauren’s 10 minute Shoulder Surrender yoga class for total relief of pain in the shoulders, neck, and jaw. A restorative class that’s very excellent following a long day of work, use a block if desired for extra support. Start in an relaxing cross legged position and let all of the day’s worries, stresses, and to do lists fall away. Why go through each day saying “Oww, my neck!”? Give yourself this “quickie” gift and feel instantly better in only 10 short minutes!

Restorative Level 1

Give Yourself a Foot Massage

Paul Teodo

This class focuses on the fascia (connective tissue) surrounding our bodies. In this video you will use myo-fascial balls (or tennis balls work too!) to open up years of stored up tension in the feet, calves, and hamstrings.

Yin Level 1

Yoga For Wellness

Lauren Eckstrom

A Level 2, 40-minute class by Lauren, Yoga for Wellness focuses on basic movements as well as stress relief and a sense of well-roundedness. Use this Power Vinyasa Flow class to cultivate space in the hamstrings. An area of the body where we tend to hold onto past pain and other “old narratives,” it’s important to work the hamstrings for improved practice and overall fitness. Tight hamstrings are a common problem for yogis, making it essential to incorporate hamstring-centric poses into your practice. Energize your body with this power yoga class and reap the many benefits it provides. Lauren welcomes everyone to class by talking about using the session to “get low,” ground and center yourself, and otherwise turn inward. Start class by sitting cross-legged and then get ready to move the body in a way that’s sure to strengthen your practice.

Power Level 2

Psoas Softening

Lauren Eckstrom

The Psoas is one of the major muscles in the body, and responsible for stabilizing the base of the spine, thereby allowing it to flex. It also helps rotate the hips so you may enjoy complete range of movement. When the Psoas is stressed or strained for whatever reason, lower back pain develops and movement range is limited. Working this muscle is therefore essential to prevent lumbar and lower back problems, and to ensure proper posture. Often referred to as the “flight or fight” muscle, the psoas helps physical balance and the release of emotional distress when softened. In this 10minute, Level 1, Yinstyle class, you’ll work on softening the psoas by shifting your nervous system into a relaxed state. Focus is on the hips as well as stress relief and relaxation. Follow Lauren's gentle instruction and enjoy softening this often put upon area of the body! Relieve lower back pain and soften the muscle in merely 10 minutes. Have fun!

Yin Level 1

Yang- Short & Sweet

Lauren Eckstrom

Join Lauren in this 20-minute, Level 2 class entitled ‘Yang--Short & Sweet.’ A Yin-style class that involves holding postures for five minutes or longer, focus is on well-roundedness, super-sweaty flow, and cardio. Yang is the antithesis of Yin, with Yin activity slow and steady, and Yang activity more mobile and dedicated to maintaining core strength. The main difference between Yin and Yang yoga is level of engagement, and whether the yin or yang tissues are targeted. Start class at the top of the mat and take a minute to make a commitment to energize the body and seal in the breath. You’ll quickly move into a pushup position, or Plank Pose. Stay where you are or do three yogi-style pushups....and get ready for a short yet intense yoga class! Take some time for yourself today, especially if it’s been a hectic day or week. You’ll feel energized yet calm following class completion!

Vinyasa Level 2