Yoga is the science
of experience and
the art of living

What a great summer for produce! Local gardens and farmer’s markets are brimming with nature’s bounty. At our house we have an abundance of fresh basil, so thought I’d share a  couple of our family’s favorite ways to enjoy basil.

Fettuccine al Pesto
 
½ cup pine nuts
1 garlic clove, minced
2oz fresh basil
2/3 cup grated Romano
juice of ½ [...]

Yoga festivals are common in other parts of the United States and around the world…but for the FIRST time in Iowa we are hosting our own festival. Don’t miss this opportunity to study with world class instructors without crossing any state lines!
James Miller presents the IOWA CITY YOGA FESTIVAL http://iowacityygafestival.com/
Visit the website soon to take [...]

Ankeny’s Summerfest has achieved the status of family tradition at our house, and I’m so glad you were able to enjoy the bright blue skies and typical summer heat this past Saturday morning at the annual parade! The yoga lounge has been quietly holding a full schedule of yoga classes in Ankeny for nearly three years, and we invite [...]

Jennifer Younk of balance yoga lounge leads yogis from all over Central Iowa thru a sun-soaked practice at Gray’s Lake on Saturday.And, thanks to Patty VanMeter for demonstrating poses to guide the practice.
  Jen leads the group through upward salute. 
    Patty demonstrates a chest opening asana.

Thanks to Lisa Fernandez of the Des Moines Register for these great [...]

Jennifer Younk of balance yoga lounge will be leading Yoga in the Park at Gray’s Lake tomorrow morning at 9AM. The normally scheduled 9AM mixed level class held at the lounge is cancelled so that all can attend FREE yoga at Gray’s Lake! Class is held on the north shore of the lake where parking is [...]