Yoga with Michael

Just like John Oliver blowing up 2020 in the thumbnail, let's enter into 2021 with a bang...of yoga! This is the first Yoga with Michael episode of 2021 and I would love for you to practice with me 20 Minute New Year, New You Yoga https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=fNF9kGSaaYw... I created this short yoga flow + bioenergetic class with the intention to get you pumped up to make this your best year ever We start out with some bioenergetic movement to release stagnant energy that may be holding you back from being your greatest self and then get right into some delicious flow that will stretch, strengthen, and mobilize your body. Without further ado let’s jump into the flow! ---------- Normally I love to include a Spotify playlist for my classes but no need for this one because I’ve included music in the video! The epic tunes to enlighten your practice were created by DJ Taz Rashid If you’re craving some awesome yoga playlists you can follow me by searching Michael Toru on Spotify or click the link at the top of my YouTube profile ---------- Subscribe to the Yoga with Michael channel for free yoga videos each week to raise your vibe and feel better!

Hello beautiful people I hope you all had an awesome and joy filled X Mas despite the holidays being quite different this year I just launched my latest Yoga with Michael class on my YouTube channel. This one is all about making you feel super delicious and GLOW from the inside out ... I would LOVE for you to practice with me! Or please share this class with someone who could use some yoga love for mental, emotional, or physical support. 45 Minute Slow Flow for the Glow https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PePQwlVCrXo Full class details The mission for creating this class was to make it synonymous with the word: DELICIOUS Enjoy this 45 minute slow flow yoga class designed stretch, lengthen, and add a touch of strength to your whole body so you will GLOW from the inside out. Don’t be deceived by the word slow. We’ll linger in poses longer to get the body feeling empowered and integrated from head to toe. Leave a comment with how you’re feeling after this practice so we can build an online community of yogis worldwide ---------- Normally I love to include a Spotify playlist for my classes but no need for this one because I’ve included music in the video! The epic tunes to enlighten your practice were created by DJ Taz Rashid If you’re craving some awesome yoga playlists you can follow me by searching Michael Toru on Spotify or click the link at the top of my YouTube profile ---------- Subscribe to the Yoga with Michael channel for free yoga videos each week to raise your vibe and feel better!

Hey friends I have a BIG announcement!! I’m stoked to launch the first ever GIVEAWAY on my social channels I felt inspired to do a giveaway for my community because of all the AWESOME humans I know spreading positive vibes despite what’s going on in the world ... As well, I want to highlight some of the AHH-mazing local companies that have generously donated their products and services Here’s how you can enter the SHOP LOCAL GIVEAWAY 1 Follow these 6 accounts on Instagram @michaeltoru @urban.mana @raise.your.state @oxygensaanich @whiffcraftnaturals @wholistic.guide You cannot win unless you are following everyone and yes, I will be checking! 2 Tag a friend in the comments who would also enjoy winning this giveaway! Every friend you tag equals an extra entry. Make sure if you’re tagged by someone that you go through all of these steps to be entered like following and tagging. BONUS ENTRY Subscribe to Yoga with Michael on YouTube (link in BIO). Now for the good stuff what are the prizes (SWIPE OVER TO CHECK THEM OUT) Prize Bundle worth over $250! It includes... B Mat donated by @oxygensaanich Urban Mana Energy (mushroom supplement) donated by @urban.mana Foxy Face Oil + Face Cleansing Mitt donated by @whiffcraftnaturals $50 lululemon gift card donated by lululemon Mayfair Mall Please note you must live within Canada or the United States to win this prize Another glorious prize to win worth $150! One 2hr Bioenergetic Session with Maximilian @wholistic.guide Prize details During a bioenergetic session, state-of-the-art technology is utilized to scan and assess your body’s energy fields, chakras and energetic pathways [i.e. meridians] for distortions and blockages. Based on the scan results, an energetic treatment is provided to correct any imbalances and allow mind, body and soul to heal themselves. Please note to be eligible to win this prize you must live in Victoria BC, Canada The prizes will be drawn on Friday, Dec 18th at 2pm PST Thank you to everyone who enters and for all the businesses who donated

Hey friends! I'm on a mission to make the holidays feel less stressful and more joyful this year Let's face it this year has been a wild ride so let's make the holidays a bit smoother.... 10 Minute Yoga to Get Through the Holidays (with more JOY!) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phA7RjbmsHc&t=8s I would LOVE for you to practice with me! Full class details The holidays can be a time for great JOY but also STRESS I created this short yoga flow with the intention to help you get through the holidays feeling lighter, happier, and more grounded. Expect to get the body moving right away with poses and movements that will mobilize, stretch, and strengthen all parts of your body. You’ll be surprised with how in a short amount of time you can transform the whole trajectory of your day to have more energy and feel your best! Lets jump into the practice ---------- Normally I love to include a Spotify playlist for my classes but no need for this one because I’ve included music in the video! The epic tunes to enlighten your practice were created by DJ Taz Rashid If you’re craving some awesome yoga playlists you can follow me by searching Michael Toru on Spotify or click the link at the top of my YouTube profile ---------- Subscribe to the Yoga with Michael channel for free yoga videos each week to raise your vibe and feel better!

Hey friends my latest Yoga with Michael class is live and it's a delicious one I would LOVE for you to practice with me 25 Minute Blissology Project Vinyasa Class https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g7YObuXDAkw... Full class details Go on a journey with me through some tai chi movement, vinyasa flow, and deep stretches to radically transform how you feel mentally and physically in just 25 minutes This class is inspired by the Blissology Project which is all about making happiness a habit in your life through 5 BIG Easy Bliss Commitment: YOGA, MEDITATION, FOOD AWARENESS, NATURE APPRECIATION, & GRATITUDE. The latest Blissology Project is going down January 4-30th 2021! You can sign up for this epic online event here https://blissology.com/calendar/blissology-project-2021/ What is Blissology? Blissology is a yoga school centered around three core pillars ~ Yoga | Community | Nature In this short and sweet yoga flow class, expect to enjoy some delicious stretch and strength movement to get you ready to live your best life. Let’s jump into the flow ---------- Normally I love to include a Spotify playlist for my classes but no need for this one because I’ve included music in the video! The epic tunes to enlighten your practice were created by DJ Taz Rashid If you’re craving some awesome yoga playlists you can follow me by searching Michael Toru on Spotify or click the link at the top of my YouTube profile ---------- Subscribe to the Yoga with Michael channel for free yoga videos each week to raise your vibe and feel better!

This is my 38th week in a row uploading a weekly Yoga with Michael episode to my YouTube channel! I feel so grateful to everyone who has been practicing with me and receiving the yoga medicine For this weeks episode I've put in more time and energy than any video before adding music into a longer flow and trying out some new editing techniques. ... I would LOVE for you to practice with me! 40 Minute Sweaty Vinyasa https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jciJ8Zaz7Vk Full class details What if you were guaranteed to experience pure BLISS in only 40 minutes would you take the time? I designed this flow yoga class to make answering this question easy! Enjoy this sweet vinyasa practice that will strengthen and stretch your full body while igniting your inner fire Expect arm balance, inversion, and handstand options throughout the class as well as less spicy options. You’re guaranteed to finish this class feeling energized, tuned up in every crevice of your body, and ready to tackle your day! Let’s jump into the practice ---------- Normally I love to include a Spotify playlist for my classes but no need for this one because I’ve included music in the video! The epic tunes to enlighten your practice were created by DJ Taz Rashid and Momentology If you’re craving some awesome yoga playlists you can follow me by searching Michael Toru on Spotify or click the link at the top of my YouTube profile ---------- Subscribe to the Yoga with Michael channel for free yoga videos each week to raise your vibe and feel better!

"I don't have TIME to practice yoga" is no longer an excuse On my Yoga with Michael YouTube channel I just released a short and sweet practice called 10 Minute Yoga Reset https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jbpu87Anr1U&t=1s I would LOVE for you to practice with me ... Or do you know someone in your life who has been hesitant to do yoga then please share this class with them! Full class details With this yoga class I’m on a mission to show that in just 10 minutes you can reset your mood and how you feel in your body Expect to get the body moving right away with poses and movements I’ve cherry picked (because they’re my fav) to stretch and strengthen the whole body. You’ll be surprised with how in a short amount of time you can transform the whole trajectory of your day to have more energy and feel your best! Lets jump into the practice ---------- Normally I love to include a Spotify playlist for my classes but no need for this one because I’ve included music in the video! But if you’re craving some awesome yogi tunes you can follow me by searching Michael Toru on Spotify or click the link at the top of my YouTube profile ---------- Subscribe to the Yoga with Michael channel for free yoga videos each week to raise your vibe and feel better!

I don't know about you but the COVID blues got me this week That's why I felt inspired to create a new Yoga with Michael episode to help relieve stress and anxiety while filling us up with some positive energy! 25 Minute Yoga to Stay Happy During a Pandemic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1BTwpN2w9g... I would LOVE for you to practice with me! Full class details Covid times can unfortunately be stressful times I’ve created this 25 minute yoga flow class to help us get through the pandemic stress free and feeling more resilient than ever in our mind, body, and spirit. Expect to start with some deep breathing to get centered and then transition into movements and poses designed to make you feel happy from the inside out As usual there will be a beautiful combo of chill and spice to get you ready to have your best day! Lets jump into the practice ---------- Normally I love to include a Spotify playlist for my classes but no need for this one because I’ve included music in the video! But if you’re craving some awesome yogi tunes you can follow me by searching Michael Toru on Spotify or click the link at the top of my YouTube profile ---------- Subscribe to the Yoga with Michael channel for free yoga videos each week to raise your vibe and feel better!

Hello beautiful people I would LOVE for you to join me on the mat for my latest Yoga with Michael class! Arm Balance Series ft. Flying Splits https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHR2y3yYN5Y Full class details ... Welcome to the third video in our Arm Balance Series In this yoga series we’re breaking down the main arm balance poses you will experience during a power yoga or vinyasa class. This 30 minute episode will focus on learning to float and balance in Flying Splits or as it’s known in sanskrit Koundinyasana II. Expect a bit of workshopping to build the foundation for Flying Splits and strong vinyasa flow that will stretch, strengthen, and mobilize your whole body. If you’ve always wanted to fly on your mat making arm balances look and feel effortless, this is the class for you! Let’s dive into the practice! ---------- I created a playlist for you on Spotify to keep you inspired and feeling good from stretch to flying on your mat! Arm Balance Series ft. Flying Splits: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5s663gBKSXQwOvEfy0piFy... You can follow me by searching Michael Toru for other great yoga playlists. ---------- Subscribe to the Yoga with Michael channel for free yoga videos each week to raise your vibe and feel better!

YOGI FRIENDS LET'S DIAL IN OUR SIDE CROW TOGETHER If you're wanting to get more confident at floating and flying on your mat you will love this class where we work on nailing Side Crow pose Arm Balance Series ft. Side Crow https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKbWW19ely8... I would LOVE for you to practice with me! Full class details Welcome to the second video in our Arm Balance Series In this yoga series we’re breaking down the main arm balance poses you will experience during a power yoga or vinyasa class. This 40 minute episode will focus on learning to fly in Side Crow from several different entries. Expect a bit of workshopping to build the foundation for Side Crow and a whole lot of flow movement that will stretch, strengthen, and mobilize your whole body. If you’ve always wanted to fly on your mat making arm balances look and feel effortless, this is the class for you! I can’t wait for you to join me on the mat! ---------- I created a playlist for you on Spotify to keep you inspired and feeling good from stretch to flying on your mat! Arm Balance Series ft. Side Crow: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6s9Z1j4ZtimYEC1fFSuwPh... You can follow me by searching Michael Toru for other great yoga playlists. ---------- Subscribe to the Yoga with Michael channel for free yoga videos each week to raise your vibe and feel better!

Hey yogis Happy Post Halloween If you're craving to learn or refine your yoga arm balance practice this November I have just the thing for you! My latest Yoga with Michael episode Arm Balance Series ft. Crow Pose: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jlib3f-EI_E... I would LOVE for you to practice with me! Full class details Welcome to the first video in our Arm Balance Series In this yoga series we’re going to breakdown the main arm balance poses you will experience during a power yoga or vinyasa class. This first 45 minute episode focuses on nailing down Crow Pose and its variations like Single Leg Crow. Expect a bit of workshopping to learn the fundamentals of Crow Pose and a whole lot of flow movement that will stretch, strengthen, and mobilize your whole body. If you’ve always wanted to fly on your mat making arm balances look and feel effortless, this is the class for you! Let’s jump on the mat and have some fun! ---------- Add some sweet tunes to your practice with this playlist I created for you on Spotify Arm Balance Series ft. Crow Pose: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/02rCi0RtZLZ8BhqcWSxxNo You can follow me by searching Michael Toru for other great yoga playlists. ---------- Subscribe to the Yoga with Michael channel for free yoga videos each week to raise your vibe and feel better!

I'm not going to lie to you my latest Yoga with Michael episode is going to make you BURN I would LOVE for you to take on the challenge of this practice with me! 15 Minute Yoga Core Burner https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cY0j6MfKcuM&t=310s... Full class details below Expect to jump right into core exercises that will hone into your core in a precision way. Think Mindful Fitness Intermingled between the core workout will be some juicy yoga stretch to balance everything out and make you feel ready to slay your day! Let’s jump into the practice ---------- Normally I love to include a Spotify playlist for my classes but no need for this one because I’ve included music in the video! But if you’re craving some awesome yogi tunes you can follow me by searching Michael Toru on Spotify or click the link at the top of my YouTube profile ---------- Subscribe to the Yoga with Michael channel for free yoga videos each week to raise your vibe and feel better!

In 21 minutes transform stress into BLISS If you’re feeling tight on time this short yoga class will give you everything you need to feel better in your mind and body. At Least Do This Yoga | 21 Minutes to Total Bliss https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=reKFu36L_KM&t=409s... This class is inspired by my teacher Eoin Finn of Blissology yoga. He created a class of the same name about five years ago that I’ve come back to time and time again. I was inspired to create a class with the same movements and poses but with my own unique style. Here is a link to the original At Least Do This Yoga practice https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f5slteIG_zk&t=892s What is Blissology? Blissology is a yoga school centered around three core pillars ~ Yoga | Community | Nature In this short and sweet yoga flow class, expect to enjoy some delicious stretch and strength movement to get you ready to live your best life. Let’s jump into the flow ---------- Normally I love to include a Spotify playlist for my classes but no need for this one because I’ve included music in the video! But if you’re craving some awesome yogi tunes you can follow me by searching Michael Toru on Spotify or click the link at the top of my YouTube profile ---------- Subscribe to the Yoga with Michael channel for free yoga videos each week to raise your vibe and feel better!

Happy Thanksgiving to all my fellow Canadians and just a happy day to everyone else If you need a little pre or post Thanksgiving workout I've got just the thing for you! 30 Minute Yoga Tabata to Burn Off the Turkey https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t5BLqQik-p4&t=2s... I would LOVE for you to practice with me whether you're celebrating Thanksgiving or not Full class details If Tabata & HIIT are in the title you know we’re on a journey to get our sweat on! This cardio yoga workout will push you to your limit physically and mentally. But by going through the fire your whole energetic system will feel enlivened and refreshed afterwards...I promise! Expect a balanced practice with a yoga centred warm up and cool down and sandwiched in between is the High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) work. The core of this class is 1 exercise(s) repeated 8 times for a total of 4 minutes. 20 seconds of working your absolute hardest followed by 10 seconds break. We’ll do 2 exercises in total with this HIIT format with a 1 minute break in between to recover. Hop onto your mat and let’s get the good vibes flowing P.S. - If you’re wondering why the title includes to Burn Off the Turkey it’s because we’re celebrating Thanksgiving in Canada the weekend I created this class. But even if you live somewhere Thanksgiving doesn’t exist it’s all good. The main purpose of this class is to get your metabolism stoked and spirit flying high! ---------- I created a playlist for you on Spotify to keep you inspired and feeling good from stretch to HIIT! 30 Minute Yoga Tabata to Burn Off the Turkey: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5DelWrwNTKp91xXzqHpA5G You can follow me by searching Michael Toru for other great yoga playlists. ---------- Subscribe to the Yoga with Michael channel for free yoga videos each week to raise your vibe and feel better!

Hey beautiful people I don't know about you but if I get my morning started right then the rest of the day just flows so smooth My latest Yoga with Michael class is designed to help you get the POSITIVE jumpstart you need!... 12 Minute Morning Yoga Activation https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3XhNH0oTfw I would LOVE for you to practice with me Full class details Get your day started right with this Morning Yoga Activation This 12 minute all levels juicy stretch and vitality boosting class is near and dear to my heart because I do it all the time to get ready to tackle the day! If you only have a short amount of time but need a rounded practice this class is perfect for you. All parts of the body will be touched and loved up in this short sequence. Stretch into the front, back, and sides of your body. Activate the core. And strengthen your spirit. Let’s jump into the practice! ---------- Normally I love to include a Spotify playlist for my classes but no need for this one because I’ve included music in the video! But if you’re craving some awesome yogi tunes you can follow me by searching Michael Toru on Spotify or click the link at the top of my YouTube profile ---------- Subscribe to the Yoga with Michael channel for free yoga videos each week to raise your vibe and feel better!

I don't know about you but when the FALL hits my energy levels change I feel like I want to hibernate on the couch and it can be difficult to get my energy levels up. This is why I created my latest Yoga with Michael class to help give you a boost of energy ... 20 Minute Blissology Yoga Energy Tune Up https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kpJOHo-I40 I would LOVE for you to practice with me Full class details You wouldn’t let your car go too long without a tune up so don’t let your body Join me for this 20 Minute Blissology Yoga Energy Tune Up practice to fill you up with feel good energy for the day ahead! What is Blissology? Blissology is a yoga school created by my teacher Eoin Finn. It revolves around three core pillars ~ Yoga | Community | Nature In this short and sweet yoga flow class, expect to enjoy some delicious stretch and strength movement to get you ready to live your best life. Let’s jump into the flow ---------- Fancy some tunes while you practice? Enjoy this playlist I created for you on Spotify 20 Minute Blissology Yoga Energy Tune Up: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3uyMsfgrWficLS2uhgQLfO... You can follow me by searching Michael Toru for other great yoga playlists. ---------- Subscribe to the Yoga with Michael channel for free yoga videos each week to raise your vibe and feel better!

The fires along the West Coast of North America have impacted so many of us physically and mentally I felt called to create a class on Yoga with Michael to use the medicine of breathwork and yoga to help detox the body and mind. I hope this class can be a resource to help you BE YOUR BEST despite what is happening in the world ... 15 Minute Breath + Yoga to Cleanse the Lungs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWHSRQP2Lvs I would LOVE for you to practice with me or please share this class with someone who could benefit from it Full class details If your lungs are feeling a bit bogged down with smoke, smog, or just too much life give this short & sweet practice a try We’ll start with a breathing exercise to clear away toxins and refresh the lungs. Then we’ll transition into yoga movements designed to open the lungs up to create more space in your body to ground with clean burning energy. In just 15 minutes every cell in your body will be rejoicing with a renewed sense of vitality Let’s jump into the practice! ---------- Enjoy some soothing tunes to go with your yoga practice with this Spotify playlist I created for you 15 Minute Breath + Yoga to Cleanse the Lungs: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1Rx3GpV79DRkvFTfiObXyx... You can follow me by searching Michael Toru for other great yoga playlists. ---------- Subscribe to the Yoga with Michael channel for free yoga videos each week to raise your vibe and feel better!