You might think that surfing and yoga are far out from each other but that notion is incorrect. Both have similar concepts that really blend well to give you a better life. Here are five reasons why surfing and yoga is a great combination.

1.  Yoga and surfing have a common denominator. They are ways of life.

2.  Surfing without exercise such as yoga can have health repercussions.

3.  Yoga will teach you patience in surfing.

4.  Yoga will increase your strength and flexibility on the board.

5.  Yoga will help you improve posture and breathing.

Surfing and yoga is a perfect complement that assists in excelling each other to higher levels and that is why most women’s surf camps have yoga activities as well. The pair not only enhances your spirituality and physicality but also harmonizes your mind and body in perfect balance. So the next time, before you surf, practice a few minutes of yoga and breathing. Then you’ll realize that surfing is not only a purely physical activity but can have liberation effects as well.

Yoga Outerwear

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I had the honor and privilege of meeting Sarah Tomson Beyer, creator of Flowmotion and the founder of meSheeky the other day while she was visiting Maui. She told me about her new yoga line that offers yogis a fashionable way to get those errands done after yoga class without having to change clothes. meSheeky takes the active sheekynista from studio to street. Combining easy sheeky-layers with feminine detailing, the end result both flatters the figure + reflects your own sheekystyle.

A smart concept that works! We like it!

Peggy Hall, Creator of Yoga for Surfers.

Our great friend, Peggy Hall, creator of Yoga for Surfers is offering a very special week of detoxing and yoga. If you are looking for some healthy changes read below about her amazing retreat.

Start the New Year off right with your total mind/body makeover! Shed whatever’s been holding you down physically or emotionally at Peggy Hall’s Detox/Yoga Retreat this February 7-11, 2011 in San Clemente, CA.

This retreat is fun, easy and enjoyable! Don’t worry — you won’t starve! Instead, you’ll nourish yourself with delicious, nutritious organic, healthy meals for cleansing and weight loss; daily yoga and guided meditations; wellness, healing, nutrition and health classes; natural skin care and beauty secrets!

Everything is provided for you! It couldn’t be easier! Just show up in your comfortable clothes and get ready to r-e-l-a-x!!

You’ll emerge feeling completely rejuvenated — mind, body and spirit! You deserve it — and your loved ones will thank you for it!

For more info and to get your free 50-minute audio on “Healthy Detox”, visit www.DetoxwithPeggy.com

One of our SwellWomen yoga teachers, Katherine Wilder is a student of John Friend. Our SwellWomen guests get to enjoy a combination of Anusara and flow during our week long surf and yoga retreats.

John Friend Anusara Workshop at The Studio Maui

Beginning of Class with John Friend

John Friend and Ram Dass Satsung

Yoga and Surfing are a great mix!

Have you ever wanted to become a yoga teacher? What is The yoga + surfing connection: what does it mean and how can we live it? Peggy Hall, Yoga for Surfers Founder, is now offering a yoga program for inspired individuals who would like to learn her technique and style this September in California. Peggy Hall is an avid surfer, certified yoga instructor, surf-nutrition specialist and the creator of the first-ever yoga program specifically for surfers! Surfer Magazine calls Peggy a “legend” in surfing fitness, as she has helped tens of thousands of surfers all over the world surf better — and live better through her Yoga for Surfers® instructional videos.

SwellWomen loves Peggy Hall and all she has done with the Surf and Yoga community. If you are thinking about becoming a Yoga Instructor and enjoy surfing, click here for additional information.