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This week's mantra is something that, if not all, many of us may struggle with. We even may THINK we have forgiveness ourselves but our actions may say other wise. However, the weight that is lifted once your forgive yourself is just...unexplainable. ... Don't beat yourself up. Instead, acknowledge the mistake, understand what may have lead you to make that mistake, learn from it and forgive yourself. Swipe to see last weeks mantra Surround yourself with people that BRING you joy, that BRINGS a smile on your face when you see/speak yon them. Don't be afraid to let go of those that bring you down. We worry too much on what THEY may think once you befriend them but if you don't, at the end, its YOUR energy that gets impacted. With the way the world is now, there are BIGGER things to focus on. Don't spend time on thinking/worrying about their feelings. Its time to let go of what/who is holding you down and time to move forward and SHINE!

So...what has everyone been doing since the Peel Wide Lockdown? If you haven't done so yet, make sure YOU make time for YOU. If you don't, not only will you further be hurting yourself, you may end up hurting those you care around you.... How? When you aren't in the right state of mind, your energy emits that same feeling and could latch on to others. Its not selfish to take time, or even days to focus on yourself. So block off some time from your daily life and do something for YOU

Pose of the Week Guide: Supported Bridge Pose/Salamba Setu Bandha Sarvangasana This week's pose is a restorative version of last week's pose of the week. Stretch and receive all the therapeutic benefits in Supported Bridge Pose, Salamba Setu Bandha Sarvangasana without all the muscular work! Completely surrender and open up to what the Universe has to offer. Benefits:... Passively stretches the shoulders and chest. May induce the parasympathetic nervous system which reduces stress, aids in digestion, regulates blood pressure and more! How to: 1. Start lying on your back on the floor 2. Bend your knees placing feet on the floor hip distance apart with knees stacked directly above ankles 3. Keeping all 4 corners of both feet on the floor press through the heels to lift the hips 4. Slide the block underneath your sacrum (between the lower back and tailbone) 5. Release the hips down, allowing the sacrum to rest on the block 6. Keep thighs parallel and back of head on the floor 7. Arms are straight, fingers reaching forward the heels with backs of hands on the mat biceps spinning up and out 8. Reach the tailbone towards the heels to lengthen the waist 9. Opening across the chest and shoulders 10. Completely release and breathe evenly for 5-10 minutes. 11. To release, lift the hips, remove the block to the side and come back to the floor knees can fall in towards each other or windshield wiper side to side. Modify it: You may use a bolster, folder blanket or cushion instead of the block. If you want further opening across the fronts of the legs then straighten the legs, keeping them parallel and relaxed. If legs are straight falling open too much then use a strap around the thighs. If you are struggling to relax and let go then try adjusting the props, play music or start for shorter durations...meet yourself where you are!

Alright so 4 days into the New Year...how we all feeling? New Years resolution set? Taking on any challenges aka 21 day challenge with Kara ... Regardless stick to your goals. Use January as a buffer. Why? Cause not everyday will be perfect. You are doing some new. A change. Change takes time. Plus...we all know goinf cold turkey never works..nor is it good mentally. Especially during these times. February is where things will stick AND where you have to hold yourself accountable. Why? Cause by then, you should have been able to implement the changes you wanted to see/do. You'll have better control and understanding of your triggers and be able to make better choices.

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On the 1st day of Giftmas, Oxygen gave to me... Today we partnered up with @ww and are excited for today's prize: Mini Waffle Maker! How to play:... 1. Like this post 2. Tag a friend 3. Follow @ww Thats it! Good luck!

On the 12th day of GIFTMAS, Oxygen gave to me... So we did miss a day but only because we really wanted to AMP the last day of GIFTMAS TO THE MAX! And boy oh boy do we have something special for the lucky winner! Lucky winner will win our lovely insulated water bottle and have it customized by @calicandesigns ... A beautiful facial roller set from @aesthetichaus.byabbey And a 1 hour photo shoot from @thejoshschofield What a perfect combo! Get that beautiful fresh facial, hydrate in style (water is GOOD for the skin!) and capture your stunning self and feel like a star during your photo shoot! So let's play!! 1. Like this post 2. Tag a NEW and FINAL friend 3. Follow @calicandesigns AND @aesthetichaus.byabbey AND @thejoshschofield Good luck!

New Year New You: 21 Day Transformation for 2021 Say goodbye to 2020 and kick start 2021 with our 21 Day Challenge! It takes 21 days to form a habit so join us as we create a new routine for the New Year.... CHALLENGE DETAILS 21 Day Challenge Launching January 2021 with Kara Cooper WHAT:21 Minute Work Outs for 21 Day WHERE:On-Demand Platform WHEN:Launching January 4th2021; new video dropped daily PRICING:One Time Payment of $21, Membership not required; this challenge isnot includedwith the on-demand membership, it is available for purchase for both non and existing members Sign up now using the link below https://ondemand.oxygenyogaandfitness.com/?via=joshua-creek

Using @malak.yoga expression: YAAAAAAS!!!! ITS GIFT GIVING TIME Tomorrow we start "Oxygens 12 Days of GIFTMAS Advent Calendar" giveaway ... We all know about the importance of community. When you have a strong, solid community, together you can achieve GREATNESS and SUCCESS! Thats why we have partnered up with some of our LOCAL & INDEPENDENT business' here in our plaza Together we wanted to share and spread joy & happiness to all this Christmas and to bring awareness to our business friends that surround us Each day, we will be giving away a SPECIAL gift provided by 1 of the local/independent business'. In order to win, when we post the days giveaway, you must: 1. Like the post 2. Follow the local/independent business that will be mentioned 3. Tag a friend Thats it! So...get ready...the fun begins tomorrow! Oh! And here are our local business that we have partnered up with: @oneelephanthealth @9roundoakville @oakwoods.pedinnails @weightwatchers @qwenchoakville @scholarsoakvillejoshuacreek @starbucks.ironoak @letique.toronto @statusthebarbershopoakville @twinesse.skinlaserclinic @thesankalpaproject

Our 11th day GIFTMAS winner is... Kim @kzyoggirl !!! Congratulations on winning this beautiful gift box from @statusthebarbershopoakville Let us know when you're able to swing by to claim your prize we see you are friends with our dear @71fina would be lovely to meet you and welcome you to our Yoga Family.... Hope to see you soon!

On the 11th day of GIFTMAS, Oxygen gave to me... So before we announce the 10th day winner (just waiting for the Boss to stop creating bloopers ) let's start up the next giveaway New to the plaza, we welcome @statusthebarbershopoakville and they have a SUPER SLICK TREAT FOR YOU!! ... Let's look spiffy for that indoor, New Years Party 1. Like this post 2. Tag a NEW friend...2 more days = 2 more new friends 3. Follow @statusthebarbershopoakville

Oh what a way to end each & every year. And what a special year for us too here at Oxygen Yoga & Fitness. It's our FIRST Christmas season and we are going ALL OUT! Stay tuned for some upcoming exciting posts today and though out this week!... So next on the list...FOOD DRIVE! What better gift to give ANYONE than a warm meal to fill their bellies :) We are looking to fill our container filled with non-perishable items. Hopefully we can top it to the max and donate before Christmas Items to consider: - dry pasta/macaroni - canned food - canned meats - tea/coffee (no grounds) - spreads (no glass jars) Much love and appreciate all you can bring & donate

Pose of the Week Guide: Utkatasana/Fierce Pose(Chair Pose) Swipe to see ALL LEVELS including a new one...Level 0 Connect to the breath in the belly and the fire in thighs in this week's pose. It's no surprise that the translation of sanskrit is Fierce Pose because holding Utkatasana, commonly referred to as Chair Pose, sure is fierce! ... Benefits: Strengthens the core, shoulders, thighs and glutes. Stretches the chest and shoulders. Can reduce flat feet. How to: 1. Begin in mountain pose tadasana. Feet about hip-distance apart (heels in line with the center of the sitting bones). 2. Reach your arms overhead. Arms straight with palms facing in towards one another. 3. Engage the belly drawing the ribs down towards the hips. 4. Bend the knees as you reach the sitting bones down and back. Knees are bent as much as possible with hips above knees and shins not passing the toes. 5. Shift weight back towards the heels. 6. Knees tracking the same direction as the toes. 7. Draw the shoulder blades away from each other and towards the armpits as you lengthen through the fingertips. 8. Hold and breathe for 3-5 breaths. 9.To release fold forward into Uttanasana, Standing Forward Fold or stand tall back up to Tadasana, Mountain pose. Modify it: If shoulders are tired then bring your hands to heart center. If heels lift off the floor then place a folded mat or towel under the heels. Modify it: If having trouble balancing then widen the feet. If hands do not reach the floor then bring the floor to you with a block or other prop. New level...Level 0 when you end up BECOMING a chair! *please do not attempt this at home

Our 10th day winner is... Stay tuned

As children, we where told to dream BIG! Whatever we wanted, we could get it. That dreams DO come true. And guess what...ITS ALL TRUE ... What you think is what you manifest. What you believe in is the path you set yourself on to achieve that dream. Don’t let life and all the other crap take away your dreams. Dream big cause they can come true if you believe and push through.

Thursday Member Spotlight Today we are SUPER excited to highlight Dino Finelli! Oh what fun and joy Dino brings every time he comes for class. Always arriving with a smile (and arriving in style ), a bounce in his step, sharing jokes and stories and leaving each class sweaty but glowing.... And what true commitment Dino has for practicing every day! Just take a look below as to when he first joined and how many classes he got in We got the chance to ask Dino couple of quesions: Favorite class: Power Hot Yoga and Yang & Yin Favorite pose: Trikonasana (Ext'd Triangle Pose) Challenging pose: Bakasana (Crow Pose) Reason for practicing: "To help align my body through years of hip pain & post hip replacement alignment. And of course to align my mind as well!" Dino...thank you ever so much for stepping through our studio doors and joining our yoga community. We love having your here and excited to be part of your yoga journey. Joined: Oct 2020 # of classes: 23

UPDATE: Halton Region is currently in the "Control" framework BUT we are still OPEN! With the revised COVID-19 Response Framework, we are allowed to continue holding classes with a reduced class size of 10 members, masks to be worn until you are on your yoga mats, and social distancing to be followed at all times when entering the studio. We have made the necessary adjustments in our studio to ensure adequate spacing between you and other yogis when on your mat, extra time ad...ded in-between classes to allow proper cleaning and hand sanitizers placed through out the studio for you to use. In return we ask that you take care of yourself :) we love seeing you and having you here with us but if you are feeling unwell we do ask that you remain home till you feel 100% better If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out.

This week's pose of the week is great for grounding! Malasana, Garland Pose is a very deep squat that brings the pelvis very close to the earth. Visualize energy flowing from the very base of the spine through the crown of the head to balance and cleanse the chakras system. Benefits:... Stretches the low back, hips and groin. Aids in digestion and stimulates the metabolism. How to: 1. Begin standing in Tadasana, Mountain pose feet hip distance apart. 2. Turn your toes out slightly from the hips. 3. Bend into your knees, allow your hips to sink towards the mat between your heels. 4. Bring your palms touch in front of your heart in Anjali Mudra, gently pressing the elbows into the knees. 5. Press into the outer edges of both feet, keeping weight back into the heels. 6. Shoulders stacked above hips, legs slightly engaged and sternum lifting away from the navel. 7. Hold and breathe for 3-5 breaths. 8. To release bring your hands to the mat, turn the toe forward as you fold forward into Uttanasana, Forward Fold then lift back up to Tadasana, Mountain pose. Modify it: If you're coming up onto the balls of your feet then place a folded towel or blanket beneath the knees. If knees are falling in first try pressing the elbows into the knees then if there is still more weight in the inner arches then turn the toes more forward and in. If you feel sensation in any of the joints then don’t bend as far into the pose, maybe sit on a block.

Pose of the Week Guide: High Crescent Lunge Find a strong stable foundation and rest in your own strength in High Crescent Lunge! As you connect to the strength within this shape know that this strength is always within you. Benefits: Strengthens the legs. Stretches the shoulders, front leg hamstring and the back leg hip flexors.... How to: 1. Begin in mountain pose tadasana. Feet about hip-distance apart (heels in line with the center of the sitting bones) 2. Step your left foot towards the back edge of the mat keeping feet hip distance apart 3. Bend the front knee so knee is stacked over middle of ankle 4. Reach the arms over head towards the ceiling, biceps by the ears and spinning back 5. High on the ball of the back foot and front knee pointing the same direction as the second toe. 6.Gently draw the low belly in to support the low back. 7. Reach the sternum away from the navel as you spread across the collarbones 8.Hold and breathe for 3-5 breaths. 9. To release plants hands on either side of your front leg foot, step back foot forward into Uttanasana, Standing Forward Fold then stand tall back up to Tadasana, Mountain pose. 10. Repeat on the other side. Modify it: If shoulders are tired then bring your hands to heart center. If you feel unstable then release the back knee to the that into Anjaneyasana, Low Lunge (check out our blog post last week on how to.) And here we have @val.s.arthur boxing her way into this week for her Level 0

With the recent reduction of 10 members per class, we have added in new classes for almost EVERY DAY OF THE WEEK Recent additions: Monday @ 11am: 45 min Power Yoga Tuesday @ 7:15am: 45 min Power Core... Tuesday @ 11am: 45 min Rise & Shine Wednesday @ 10:45am: 45 min Amazing Arms & Shoulders Thursday @ 7:15am: 45 min Boxing Friday @ 11am: Burning Butts Friday @ 5:45pm: 45 min Low Belly Heat We will do our best to add in classes based on what works for YOU! And we promise not to make too many changes to the schedule (sorry!). Check the APP for the latest updates. And if the class is "Waitlisted" still JOIN! In case anyone cancels, you will automatically be added! Also, knowing which classes are waitlisted helps us determine if we need to add in ANOTHER similar class. Thank you for your patience and juggling with us!

Just a friendly reminder, as we have a 1 class per day policy, we ask that you book classes that you are fully committed too. We get it...its a lot of uncertainty right now and things change rapidly. However, when we don't have members showing up, its an opportunity lost for someone who may have been waitlisted that wanted to come. Suggestion...book the class 2-3 hours BEFORE it starts. We have no problem adding you in :)... Together let's set a positive vibe for our instructors and members :) we love seeing you all and sweating with you. Stay safe, happy and healthy. Till next time...

THANK YOU TO OUR MEMBERS This couldn't wait for our Thursday Member Spotlight. Needed to highlight EVERYONE who has and continues to come to our studio here at Oxygen Yoga & Fitness Joshua Creek. Thank you for your positive energy, glowing smiles, friendship and support. Its been tough (for everyone), but your continued support, feedback and understanding has allowed us to remain open, safe and hopeful for a better future.... Here are some additional comments: "Feels safe and clean, amazing community, amazing instructors and amazing classes!" "Awesome staff/instructors who truly care about thr health and well being of everyone who walks through your doors." "Friendly, clean, good instructors." "Everyone is amazing there. Friendly staff, amazing owner, Oxygen Yoga is my happy place ." "Great atmosphere and amazing instructors." " Safe environment, great positive vibes & awesome instructors." "Its a fantastic studio! It offers much more than your average yoga. It is extremely clean, I feel safe during my workouts and the staff are very nice." "I am a beginner and I think the classes are great and not your everyday yoga class. They are unique...I enjoyed them and found them challenging but not boring." "The studio is beautiful. The class was amazing, great energy, great music, great instructors." Once again...thank you, thank you, thank you.

Oxygenoakvillejc is excited to partner with Flair Cleaners #locallove giveaway. At Flair Cleaners they provide convenient and cost effective dry cleaning service with the convenient of not leaving your house read details below to see how to enter to win. . . For our second #locallove giveaway of the month, we are partnering with @oxygenoakvillejc. Give the gift of supporting local this holiday season (or keep it for yourself - guilt free!). ... Oxygen Yoga offers state of the art yoga and fitness classes (as well as a virtual studio containing 260+ classes!). They use FAR Infrared technology that raises the body’s core temperature in a natural, comfortable way without blowing dry air or humidity. The warm balmy temperature wraps around you as you prepare for the most powerful, moving, body changing workout you’ve ever experienced. Enter to win: 1) An Oxygen Yoga & Fitness Tye Dye Sweater - a bestseller for the studio! 2) A $50 Flair Cleaners gift card. Give your most loved pieces a fresh start! Wash your Oxygen Yoga activewear, get your Christmas/New Years outfit in perfect condition, or clean up your Winter closet. How to Enter: Follow @flaircleaners @oxygenoakvillejc Like this photo Tag a friend (multiple entries encouraged, each comment is one entry) Repost to your story for an extra entry Open to those in the GTA area serviced by us. Contest closes November 20th, 2020 at 11:59PM EST, and winner will be contacted by us via DM. Good luck, and support local this holiday season! #flaircleaners #localbusiness #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #giveaway #cleanclothes #delivery @flaircleaners @oxygenoakvillejc

Pose of the Week Guide: Uttanasana, Standing Forward Fold This week's pose of the week, Uttanasana, Standing Forward Fold, is a great opener for the back body! Surrender softly towards the earth and breath into the backs of the legs as the spine lengthens. Benefits: Stretches the hamstrings and calves. May aid in digestion, release stress and relieve symptoms of insomnia.... How to: 1. Begin standing in Tadasana, Mountain pose feet around hip distance apart. 2. Hinge from your hips, when you reach 90degrees allow a slight rounding of the lower back. 3. Place your hands on the floor on either side of the feet or in front of the feet. 4. If you cannot reach the floor or have sensation in the joints then bend into your knees. 5. Allow the head to drop towards the earth. 6. Press down evenly into all 4 corners of both feet, lifting the inner arches. 7. Kneecaps pointed forward with quads engaged without locking the knees. 8. Lengthen the crown of the head towards the floor. 9. Hold and breathe for 3-5 breaths. 10. To release allow an inhale to lift you back up to Tadasana, Mountain pose. Modify it: If having trouble balancing then widen the feet. If hands do not reach the floor then bring the floor to you with a block or other prop. See more

Its HALLOWEEN NEXT WEEK! And if the decor in the studio didn't give you a hint...we LOVE to have fun and be in the spirit of things. So this Saturday October 31st, we are asking all members to join in on our theme: 80's!!! ... So come dressed with your NEON TIGHTS, BODY SUITS, OFF THE SHOULDER TOPS, HEADBANDS, SCRUBCHIES LEG WARMERS! And to amp it up...get ready to fuse/flow with GLOW STICKS AND 80'S themed MUSIC!! Class schedules remain UNCHANGED. So sign up NOW and start working on that outfit

Its very easy to simply get wrapped up on thinking what has ALREADY happened. And then slowly, we loose the precious mintues/hours that we have RIGHT now. The past is history.... The future is a mystery. Today is a GIFT; thats why it's called the present. If you ever get lost in your thoughts take a moment and practice 'Ujjayi' breathing: Sitting in a comfortable position, or taking savasana: 1. Inhaled slowly & deeply through the nose for approximately 4 seconds. 2. Hold your breath at the top of the inhale as long as possible. 3. Exhale through your nose slowly for approximately 4 seconds. 4. Hold your breath at the end of the exhale as long as possible. 5. Repeat.

Being extra due diligent in making sure that we all sweat safely :) When class is done, after you all have sprayed down your mats and equipment, we go back and spray EVERYTHING again with our nifty spray gun As we spend more time cleaning, we have amended our studio schedule and class times.... For the MOST ACCURATE, UP TO DATE CLASS SCHEDULE, please check the app. Even when you book a class ahead of time, if WE amend the time, it won't update your "phone calenders". We will TRY our best to avoid changing the time on you but...key word is "TRY" Also, we ask that you come 15 minutes BEFORE class starts...and NOT any earlier. Its nothing personal we PROMISE. We are just busy setting up the studio with required equipment so all that you need to do is lay out your mat and SWEAT Also, in order to maintain social distancing, we want to avoid the lobby getting crowded as this may cause some uneasiness to other yogis. So don't take it personal as we LOVE YOU ALL

Member Highlight We love seeing relationships blossom here...especially ones that started long before and continue on. These 2 ladies are an example. Whenever they are together, you can bet they are side by side, catching up on life, having fun and sweating it out.... Kasia - started with us in Sept 2020 and has completed 40 classes with us Agnieszka - started with us in Feb 2020 and had completed 59 classes with us And we also appreciate Agnieszka bringing in her husband in too! We appreciate all that you do. Thank you for supporting us, growing our community and bringing all the love and positive vibes.

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Pose of the Week Guide: Goddess Pose This week's pose of the week is great for harnessing your inner strength! It is likely to pop up in both our yoga and fitness based classes! Give it a try and tap into your inner goddess! Benefits:... Strengthens glutes, legs, core, back and arms. Stretches the hips and groin. How to: 1. Begin standing turned sideways in the middle of your mat in Tadasana, Mountain pose. 2. Step your feet about a metre apart, but play around with the position as you get comfortable in the pose. 3. Turn your toes out so your feet are at about a 45 degree angle. 4. Bend into your knees, making sure that your knees stay stacked over your ankles. If you notice that your knees go past your ankles then take your feet further apart. 5. Lift your arms out wide in line with your shoulders and bend your elbows to a 90 degree angle. Palms facing the same direction as your heart in cactus position. 6. Press into the outer edges of both feet. 7. Shoulders stacked above hips, core engaged and tailbone lengthening down to the mat. 8. Hold and breathe for 3-5 breaths. 9. To release step the feet back beneath the hips in Tadasana, Mountain pose. Modify it: If knees are falling in with more weight in the inner arches then turn the toes more forward and in. If you feel sensation in any of the joints then don’t bend as far into the pose. If you want to challenge balance then try coming up onto the balls of your feet!

Member Appreciation Thursday How can we not highlight these 4 Amigos!?! Very rare do we see them separate, but when they are ALL together, you can bet that the energy in the rooms just SKY ROCKETS! Always pushing each other & having a laugh, these 4 amazing yogis always bring a smile to our faces. Thank you for being with us since opening and sticking with us. Thank you for your support, positive vibes and allowing us to become creative with our fusion classes.... Here is some background info on them: Nichola 1st class: Feb 7th Arms & Shoulders/ to date attended 51 classes Shehzeen 1st class: Jan 26th Freedom Flow/ to date attended 100 classes Kristen 1st class: Aug 7th Barre Fusion/ to date attended 78 classes Kyle 1st class: Feb 3rd Power Fusion/ to date attended 64 classes

Oh you know the saying..."Better late than NEVER!" I'm sure many, if not all, know who we are. But recently we added our instructors profile picture and bio in the Oxygen Yoga & Fitness app! So when you go and book, you'll now be able to put a face to the name before coming to class. And for a deeper insight, click on the picture and you'll find a mini bio as to who we are and what we are all about! And let's not forget the 2 faces we see greeting us at the front desk every... day: Natasha Bandeali and Laurie Rutenberg I can proudly say what an amazing team we have here at Oxygen Yoga & Fitness Oakville. Each day, these amazing group of beautiful human beings bring their inner yogi to life and share their passion of fitness/yoga to each and every member. No matter what your day brings, I can promise you that you can always find your inner happiness here Welcome to Oxygen Yoga & Fitness - Oakville

We are excited to share that both members and non-members can get our UNLIMITED Virtual Membership of only $9.99 per month! With full access to our on demand library of pre-recorded classes, you can literally work out anytime from anywhere with your favorite O2 instructors from across Canada! With new classes added weekly, it's a steal of a deal you can't resist.... Sign up now using the link in our bio or https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws Swipe to see this weeks online schedule!

Member Spot Light: Kim Tham Kim has been a member at our Joshua Creek studio location since Feb 2020 - thats the month we opened! She has been a great yogi - coming in and practicing almost all of our FUSION classes and like her shirt says, she definitely is "KILLING IT"!... And since the re-opening in August, she is gradually getting back in to date, Kim has done 19 of our classes We truly support and understand the uneasiness of coming back into the studio during this time, however with the update of our policies and procedures, we are very happy to see Kim, and so many other members coming back in. Thank you Kim for being a wonderful human being. We love having you here and appreciate the positivity you bring in each visit. ~Namaste

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