Burn Calories, Not Your Budget
Everyone is looking for ways to save money these days—which is why you should skip the gym membership and use your computer for your workouts. No, I am not suggesting you use the bad economy as an excuse to forgo your weekly yoga class to spend more time checking your Facebook account. Instead, take advantage the countless number of podcasts and streaming workout videos online. The LA Times recently compiled a list of the best workout tools on the Web—including YJ's very own practice podcast featuring Jason Crandell.
Do you have any other favorites to add to the list?




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I'm a huge fan of the Yoga Journal podcasts! My two favorites are the Backbends and the Evening Class. So soothing, works wonders for my body and spirit. Another great podcast is YogAmazing- a video podcast found on iTunes. Chaz, the instructor, works out of his studio and puts up a 20-30 minute practice (mostly hatha with the odd vinyasa flow) centered on a certain topic. Some of my favorites include the Heart Openers (great for people fighting depression), Back and Neck and the Weight Loss Flow.
Posted by: Maria | March 19, 2009 12:06 AM
I love the daily videos that the girls of www.yogatoday.com are offering.
They give a wide range of full length (1 hour) practices and each of their teaching styles are unique.
I also love that these videos are not just "workouts" but include pranayama, meditation, and some philosophy in the teaching.
Posted by: Casey | March 19, 2009 01:39 AM
I have found some great videos on youtube and also just searching on google. They is some amazing stuff from the great masters on youtube as well.
Posted by: chaitanya | March 19, 2009 08:42 AM
I too love YogaToday's offerings; they provide a great opportunity to try styles/approaches that may differ from what you customarily practice. The LA Times writer was on point to mention that YogaToday isn't best for beginners; even some of the "for beginners" offerings expect a certain amount of experience or posture familiarity from viewers. However, if you've been to a few classes, this is a fabulous alternative to live classes; I'm particularly fond of it when traveling. The three teachers have three distinct styles and backgrounds, and their diversity (along with the site's archived selections) allows you to choose what type of class is good for you on any given day. I highly recommend it to home-based yogis & to fellow travelers. Namaste!
Posted by: Tasha | March 20, 2009 03:39 AM
I love the YJ podcasts. I think the audio and video combinations are very helpful, because sometimes I am not able to follow the instructions on the audio only. My only complaint is that there are not more podcasts added. :(
Posted by: Greg | March 27, 2009 08:48 AM