Yoga for Intense Times - Five Parks Yoga

This 45-minute at home yoga class allows you to access breath and movement to release tension and energy from the comfort of your own home. Times are intense (especially right now in the Spring of 2020) and there are many unknowns, so take this opportunity to allow yourself to be present in your body and in your space. Class begins in child’s pose with deep breathing and time to prepare yourself for movement. While there are not many complicated postures, this class does keep you moving with sun salutations and breath to movement flow. Core work includes a variety of “crunches” throughout class from table and down dog, side plank with hip dips, plank with knee taps and more. Standing, balancing posture include standing big toe pose, eagle and chair/balance chair. Spine strength and stretch postures include cobra, locust, bridge and more! Practice an inversion toward the end of class - shoulder stand, headstand, or whatever you want to try or practice. Class ends with a twist, happy baby and savasana. From my heart to yours… namaste. Stay Safe everyone. Wash Your Hands. Wash Your Mat.
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[@kathyscottbusse2856]

beautiful practice, beautiful poem, beautiful spirit within you Erin. thank you.

[@danitwigscreates8687]

Erin- I generally love each and every one of the flows you create, but this one was really special to me. I'm sure it has a lot to do with my current circumstances (quarantine and otherwise), but I am grateful nonetheless. I cried in savasana , which doesn't always happen, but clearly I needed the release and you helped guide that. The quote you shared was beautiful and perfect for the time, and would love if you happened to find other quotes appropriate to incorporate in future flow videos. Really great add on for intention. I am incredibly humbled by yoga as a practice and what it does for me and am so thankful you use this channel to share your special gifts with us through it. Thank you.

[@justaweirdblonde1954]

Really needed this today. I couldn't bring myself to roll out the mat this morning like usual, right now I've got no income, I'm separated from my kids, my fiancè is trapped overseas and my multiple sclerosis keeps knocking me down as the stress builds. Then your new video popped up and in the afternoon I got on the mat, and that quote gave me the courage I've desperately needed followed with the practice my body needed. Thank you so much 💜🙏

[@servicioslinguisticos5502]

Hey girl! Sounds like life is teaching you some incredible lessons, letting you really get to know how resilient you really are. I know it's tough, but I also know that, if you let it, this time can give you so much. Lots of love from Mexico City.

[@carolinegee9571]

Hugs to you from California.

[@sxd29]

Hi Erin - hope you and your family are keeping safe. Hope your health is fine. I feel there is some pain in your eyes - hope all is well. ❤️. Please know that you help SO many of us around the world. Take good care....Namaste

[@e-cs-c8747]

Thank you dear Erin fot this class in these terrible turbulent times. And for your wise words, I'll treasure them🙏🏼

[@FiveParksYoga]

Amazing how this class remains so relevant even a few years later. Thanks for reaching out and I hope you have a beautiful day.

[@shawnbredesen5246]

Thank you so much Erin!! I have been doing yoga w/ you for the last 3 years. You are the absolute best teacher out there!

[@zoehelensolomon6943]

Me too!

[@Nan-59]

Shawn Bredesen I thought so, too!! And, I’ve only been to yoga at the Y with 1 teacher! I found her searching Chair Yoga!!

[@SuperPolly1955]

I'm with Danielle T. Made me cry tears of relief. Feels good. Thanks. Erin.

[@MeikeGottschalk]

you´re a light in this world- thank you Erin

[@diannabell6967]

I started the day feeling quite angry about my circumstances (a very strict lock down in South Africa, and last night the govt announced the lock down would be further extended) and am unfortunately ending my day still feeling sad and angry. I felt peaceful during this practice, so thank you for spreading joy all around the world.

[@yolanda155]

Your classes are magic. Strength + healing , this is why yoga is so special. Greetings from Spain, namasté

[@Orchid_1026]

Great Practice! I got up feeling frustrated and irritated for lack of restful sleep. After this class, I feel more mental clarity and a much-improved mood. Beautiful!

[@deborahblake801]

have to leave another note here: becuase just completed for a second time: This is absolutely the most perfect way to have spent an hour. Beautiful. Connecting body and mind. Centering. Strengthening. Flowing. Magical.

[@sandrajerich775]

It’s 2023 and I still return to this practice time and time again…

[@erikmekenkamp987]

Another great class. All your classes have been getting and keeping us fit and flexible during the last 4 weeks of quarantine in Spain. Thanks Erin

[@bryonyfrost9070]

Beautiful class as always Erin. The energy you create is very special. Blessings to you and everyone at this time x

[@carolinegee9571]

To be honest, I wouldn’t have thought that intense practice is what I would need in intense times. I would have thought I needed something relaxing. But this was perfect. It felt so good to move and have control of my breath even when I don’t have control of the world. The quote was perfect to today’s practice. Thank you so much Erin. This is just what I needed. Thank you for putting together this quarantine series.

[@amyjill17]

I loved this practice when I first did it last year. I came back to it this morning. I was having back pain, and I remembered how great this class was for my back. Thank you for this wonderful and creative yoga practice. I recommended it to other people, and used many of the poses, and also the reading to teach my yoga students. You did a GOOD thing and helped many people.

[@nicolebuckels9407]

thank you thank you thank you. Today was a day of self retreat...started with meditation, reading and reflection and then you...you have an amazing class and I am so grateful that I found these classes online. I hope that you are well and safe. Take care

[@arubasagar6571]

This sounds like a very soothing yet a bit challenging yoga class. You are so kind to post so many beautiful classes recently at such a trying time. Stay safe and healthy Erin and thank you for this class ❤

[@marciasanderse7668]

Thanx what a great way to start the day. Today a day of home teaching (while we are in quarantaine) and some work from home. Thanks Erin for these wonderful lessons that build up our strength physicially, spiritually and emotionally.

[@27fitzgj]

Just what I needed. Locked myself away in basement, after homeschooling kids all day... I can still hear them running around like mad upstairs, but feel peaceful after this practice anyway. Lockdown is hard. we all need yoga!

[@ryanshain8311]

Happy day Erin, My wife turned me on to your yoga practice, and you helped make today peaceful and calming. Thank you so much for the practice and sharing yoga and the words of wisdom with everyone. I am very much looking forward to the next session, peace in and be well.

[@suemarch4281]

I found Five Parks during the quarantine when I could not get out to practice. Love it! Thank you Erin! This is just what I needed. I enjoy yoga that gets you out of your head and keeps moving.

[@malidvir]

Just finished this yoga practice and I loved it!!! Shabat shalom from Israel

[@guinevereshort3811]

Been a while since I did 5 Parks with Erin, but as luck would have it, this class was the perfect one for me today. Thank you, Erin.

[@emmy_rose7509]

I love this class and all of them actually! I hope you are feeling better with your knee and can release new classes soon! Much Love to you! 💖

[@linzkillz]

My favorite online yoga instructor! I am so grateful for you and your amazing content.

[@karencohen3228]

another incredible class, thank you erin! I love how to repeated the quote before and after the practice! I really found new meaning in it the second time!

[@isustac8217]

An absolutely beautiful practice. Exactly what I needed during these challenging times. Thank you!

[@hiimderl]

Great sweaty but not over the top challenging flow. Helped me release some anxiety and I thank you, Erin, sooo much for that! I love you intention quote at the beginning! Really helped set the practice for me!! Thank you again!!

[@Zaureshitta]

Thank you for this great practice. I was looking for a more rigorous 40-min practice for my mornings, and this one is perfect.

[@sweetchinmusic3]

Namaste, I am glad that the ancient wisdom of INDIA and Hinduism ( yoga and meditation) is appreciated and adapted all over the world now...

[@Khyster88]

Awesome class Erin, thanks so much. Love your closing the practice with your words of wisdom

[@camerynjane4421]

Thanks Erin great well rounded class. The poem reminded me that what I can’t control will happen either way, so I’m better off when I let go.

[@ingerml4201]

Erin, you were my one light during our lockdown here in France! I could just close my eyes and follow your beautiful voice and flow into my yoga practice. Thank you for all your yoga videos!

[@mstark711]

Thank you Erin! I've always loved your flow classes

[@julesadams7813]

Thanks so much Erin for continuing to give us such fab classes xx

[@jayanthiiyer9710]

Thanks Erin. Enjoyed the flow and the session. I have also started the 30 day challenge with you along with my husband. Thanks once again.

[@GaiaRuggeri]

The best yoga teacher ever!!

[@katewilliams9313]

Perfect class for these trying times! Just the right amount of headspace and physical effort to raise your mood! Thank you! ❤

[@FiveParksYoga]

You're welcome Kate, I'm so glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for your support!!

[@AmyAMaeO]

I love this class and have turned to it again and again. Thank you for this and all of your classes online that have helped me so much these past few months and have become part of my daily practice.

[@FiveParksYoga]

Your welcome! I'm so glad that you like my channel!

[@rebeccaherlich4119]

Beautiful and touching practice. These videos are really helping me get through tough times. Thank you so much.

[@pjflanary]

Great class, as usual, Erin. My face was dripping sweat before I finished. I don’t know how you remember all the sequencing. Thanks 🙏

[@JLouie-hv1bg]

Thank you, Erin. With the passing of RBG last night, I came to the mat with a deep, pained sadness and no energy. I chose this class, which somehow I hadn’t done yet, and it was amazing. I sobbed and it was healing. Thank you Erin.

[@FiveParksYoga]

Agreed, I'm so glad this class helped some - heavy and intense times for sure. Namaste Jessica :)

[@DanaBanana18]

If possible, I would give a secend and a third thump up to this class 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Thank you so much Erin, for this great practise🙏🏻❤️

[@barbaratannuri1509]

Thank you, Erin! Gratitude from Brazil!

[@lynneplotnick1172]

Love your flows. They move at a quick pace and stay challenging without being too complicated. Thank you.

[@youyoumata]

I enjoyed this practice so much. Thank you beautiful Erin. Namaste 🙏

[@nadiacristelo936]

Thank you so much for this video! I enjoy all your videos but this one was truly something! Thank you!!

[@lindseychester1]

thank you Erin for your continued yoga practice classes. Keeping me grounded during these stressful times. Namaste!

[@judyzaino8172]

Thank you Erin! So needed during these times.

[@craftyGAgal]

Picked this for day 1 of your 30 day challenge. Loved the turn around to back of the mat. Fun class.

[@FernandaGutz22]

Thaaaaaank you so very much beautiful Erin! This will be my new stress relief flow for this evening 😙 Thank you for this major gift and being here for all of us who love you. You are my favorite yoga teacher. God bless and stay safe. ❤

[@veroniquea6931]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ thanks so much for the flow, the quote, and the way you share it to us....

[@stellacurrier8929]

This class is a perfect compliment to your earth salutations class. Very intense and relaxing at the same time. I love the quotes at the beginning and end of the class. Very helpful for setting an intention. Im so happy that you're coming out with new classes to help us through this crisis. Yoga has been my saving grace in many other difficult times and i look forward to starting my day on my mat before i face whatever the day may bring. Thank you Erin!!!

[@amandawright9431]

You've done it again Erin! I always find the one I need , and I'm often emotional at the end. Love and light 🙏🏼

[@serenasmith4754]

Hi there, thank you so much for sharing your gifts and talents.

[@cindychristina]

Hi Erin! Just came across your video a couple of weeks ago and have been following them almost every day since. I love them and thank you for doing what you do!

[@beneficial_humen]

This class has become really important t me during quarantine & I find myself coming back to it over and over again . By the time the class is over I always feel warm, content, & most importantly, a huge amount of love and respect for my body and everything it does for me. This is the perfect combination of physical effort and the repetitive movement that gets me to a really nice meditative space. It’s a much needed reminder that when everything is chaos around us we can turn inward and nurture ourselves so we can go out into the world and be a positive force. 🐥🙏🏼🐛 Thanks for making this accessible to all of us!

[@debbiejordan1959]

Thank you Erin, an amazing class. One to come back to again, and again, and again.

[@FiveParksYoga]

You're so welcome!

[@tanyarozumna5381]

This practice brought me back to life, back into my body, back to myself. Thank you so much Erin!

[@yogawithstefneary]

Thanks Erin, I am a yoga teacher as well, and you inspire me to be a better person and teacher. Love your ideas and how heart felt you are. Much love to you and your family Xx

[@dustygammons3993]

Thank you Erin, that was wonderful. After 4 weeks of strict quarantine in Spain I guess I’m a little more emotional than I thought. I actually got teary eyed both times you read that quote, really beautiful. Turned out to be both a physical and emotional release, so needed in these times.

[@samidas159]

It was wonderful. Time flew by , loved every bit( apart from head stand!) Thank you so much.

[@damlabayrak9826]

this is my favourite practise on this channel so far. i appreciate the little changes in your instructions to make us feel better. i want to thank you from the bottom of my heart. you’ve been there for me whenever i needed help and this is one of those times. namaste.🧘🏼‍♀️❤️

[@ellenughetto914]

Thank you so much Erin, all your classes are such a delight to my senses and each and every time I feel so much better afterwards ! Whatever my mood or the circumstances I always find a course that will suit my purpose... 🙏

[@kimmarsala3119]

Loved this class. Great challenge. Also loved the quote. Thank you, Erin!

[@mindym.7250]

Awesome practice! And beautiful quote at the beginning and end. This is my first time here, and I look forward to trying more of your practices :) Thank you!

[@FiveParksYoga]

I'm glad you liked the class! I hope you try more!

[@tamaralpi]

Thank you Erin and Matt. I Love you 💛

[@odianityahh4047]

Thank you Erin, you are such a wunderful teacher. I send you a lot of love, joy and happiness. Namaste

[@KellyShanx]

Hi Erin, I love your channel and the way you instruct yoga. I'd like to request a grounded class. I suffer from dysautonomia and find poses that are lying down the best to keep my heart rate from spiking. I'd love to be able to get the kinks out of my muscles and joints while avoiding feeling dizzy and like I will faint. I love what you do and I am so grateful for all the peace you have brought to my life and benefits to my body I have gained with the practices you offer.

[@michellemitchell4033]

Kelly Shanks have you tried yin yoga? I love it you should check it out. I think Erin has a yin class.

[@caracrowther7340]

Wonderful!! Do you realize how many people you are helping each day?! Thank you so much. I hope you and your family are doing well. :)

[@FiveParksYoga]

Great to hear from you Cara!! I hope you and your family are doing ok during this home-bound stage in life :) Hugs from Matt and I

[@elenav8539]

Love Your classes! Really love so much! 💕💕💕💕💕💕💕🙏

[@newtovideo100]

I am in Canada. It is cold and rainy, but I feel strong and peaceful after this class. Thanks Erin for a flow that is an excellent balance of sustained poses and continuous movement. :)

[@SheliaThurmanLCSW]

I absolutely love your teachings. I hope I get to be with you in person at next year retreat. I'm on the waiting list!! ❤️🧘‍♀️🙏🏼

[@elalaw2249]

I loved this flow and feel very emotional now after shavasana, thank you soooo much for your wonderful yoga videos! 💕

[@elizumba]

This practice was divine. Thank you from France!

[@leilafraser6404]

One of my favourites! Love this Erin thank you!

[@annediamond8271]

Beautiful class, Erin. This reminded me to surrender to intensity. Thank you for carrying me through covid and chemotherapy. Sending you, and all who make Five Parks Yoga available to the world hugs!

[@leylines1282]

🌻Thank you for your constance Erin your classes really help🦋 🌻

[@laurathriftyfrugal7789]

Thank you for the video. I hope you are doing well during these challenging times.

[@keysaamaro]

Hi Erin, this was just what I needed. I hope you are staying safe and healthy. Thank you for posting new classes. They are much needed by all.

[@karenadams3852]

Today is my birthday and the first one without my mom, we lost her 3 months ago. The poem in the beginning empowered me throughout this flowing and intense practice and at the end melted me into shavasana tears. It was exactly what I needed to connect and release. Thank you Erin.

[@lyndaeichler8346]

That was a fantastic class. Thank you Erin. And I luved your closing words. Much luv to you ❤

[@Aosis9]

Extremely well done.. I would say. Thank You Erin.

[@wamialuko]

Thank you so much for this beautiful and much needed flow. Always feel a sense of peace when following your videos, but this one was special. Sending you love !

[@FiveParksYoga]

Thank you! I'm so glad your enjoying my classes!

[@kimberlymills5577]

An absolutely beautiful class. Thank you ♥️

[@ElisaOvallesV]

Thank you so much again Erin, you are an amazing person. Thank you for sharing your light in every video. Namaste

[@cristinakeith6769]

That has been a favorite poem of mine for a long time and it certainly provides sage instruction at this time. Thank you Erin for sharing your practice and for your calming presence!

[@shannonhester700]

Great class, thank you so much for those beautiful words and a beautiful practice!

[@jsknew]

erin, that was so healing and beautiful. the entire tone of the class was exactly why my body, mind and spirit needed today. THANK YOU!

[@kdwhitman]

Thank you Erin. I didn't know how much I needed this strong practice! You are a gift.

[@ivettapetrenko2956]

Such a beautiful class. Thank you Erin!

[@maxineteague4018]

Thanks Erin, wonderful class, perfect poem.

[@ashleyrizzo2177]

Thank you so much for providing such a helpful practice!! I am so grateful for all of the yoga resources everyone is putting out there- it is making a HUGE difference!! Thank you! ♡

[@jennifersisbarro9717]

It's great to see more classes from you Erin because you are my favorite yoga teacher! I especially loved this class because it was just the right amount of movement and strength. It was fun to do some less common poses like eagle, half moon, and the one where you put your peace fingers around your big toe and bring your leg up to straight then to the side (not sure of the name). Hope you and your family are are staying safe and healthy. Thank you!!

[@cathymumford9877]

I could never get motivated to follow yoga routines on KZbin until lockdown, but now I wish I’d tried before! Your routines are just perfect, your voice so calming, the pace just right to follow the flows and now I’m hooked. So grateful for these, especially now ❤️

[@akerfam]

Managed to get through the whole thing with my three kids screaming and creating chaos upstairs. Thanks for the great practice in this turbulent time.

[@kalpse]

On days when you feel low, I'm glad to flow with you . Thank you for the words . Stay safe and healthy 😘

[@stevensmith877]

Your classes are the base of my home practice, and they are the perfect blend of challenge and focus. This particular class was very helpful this week, thank you