I am co owner of an ocean shipping company based in Houston
What keeps you up at night?
trying to answer overseas clients’ emails before going to bed
How long have you been practicing yoga?
practicing since 2010, at awakened yoga since October 2010
What is the TV show you can’t turn off?
sportscenter
Have you ever done yoga on the road/while on vacation? What did you do?
yes I do yoga on the road and on vacation , usually a combination of sun salutations and a series of poses that Sharon Mariani has taught me
What is the most important physical benefit you have
gained from your
practice?
I feel much stronger and have had a much improved posture. I used to have a lot of pain in my neck, back, and shoulders which is completely gone after a year of practicing yoga.
What is the most important spiritual/mental benefit you
have gained from
your practice?
I think I am less reactive and more accepting of things I cannot control
What is your favorite pose? Why?
dolphin— it is challenging to me head to toe, and I feel a lot of energy after staying in the pose
What is your favorite holiday tradition?
having thai food with my wife Janine on thanksgiving
What is your favorite class at awakened yoga? Why?
i enjoy both the iyengar class and also the private lessons I take— these classes have been very helpful to me to learn the correct posture for poses. And have taught me to ‘breathe’ when a pose gets challenging. The private lessons have helped me get much stronger and to rehab after surgery.
Do you practice meditation?
yes- I took a meditation class at the studio. It was a great learning experience.
What is on your nightstand?
reading materials ( and glasses :))
If you have purchased any products at the studio for your
practice – what
Is your favorite? Why?
have purchased mats and t-shirts and shorts. The t-shirts were made of a nice light weight material that was great to wear in the summer.
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