Concentrating on poses clears the mind, while focusing on the breath helps the body shift out of fight-or-flight mode. – Melanie Haiken, “Worry Thwarts,” Yoga Journal, March 2006

It was obvious to me that for optimal fitness, yoga and Pilates belonged together…. Yogilates was born from my desire to create an accessible and effective regimen that contained the best of both techniques and would be ideal for everyone…. – Jonathan Urla, Yogilates: Integrating Yoga and Pilates for Complete Fitness, Str

When asked what gift he wanted for his birthday, the yogi replied: I wish no gifts, only presence. – Author Unknown

My yoga instructor pissed me off, so I offered him my special “moon salutation.” Then I slammed my chakra shut right in his face. – Terri Guillemets, 2002