30-Day Sun Salutations Challenge:

Something’s Shifting… Can You Feel It Too?

June is a month of light, energy, and renewal — and this year, it arrives at a time when many of us are navigating change, both personally and globally. This inspred me to offer a special Sun Salutations Challenge as part of my Springing Into Summer Bonus Month — a chance to care for ourselves, stay strong, and rise to meet this new era with steadiness and joy.

Just after my 77th birthday, I started noticing a subtle but persistent downshift. Maybe you too have felt similar changes in your body or mental clarity.

Then came another plot twist I didn’t see coming. I’m an active person – dancing 3-5 nights a week, walking with friends, teaching yoga regularly, eating well – even cutting back on sugar. I’m also aware hormones shift as we age. But my joints felt creaky and my muscles were moaning. How could this be?  

Then it hit me: I’d let my Sun Salutations slide. That flowing, consistent practice that always kept me strong, flexible, energized, and uplifted.  

With so much change going on in the world I want to be strong and vibrant so I can handle any situation with grace.

SO, I RECOMMITED:
I have been doing 12 Sun Salutations a day for two weeks—and I already feel more vibrant, more emotionally steady, more like me. This sequence even brings on a little natural high—dopamine, endorphins, and other “feel-good” hormones that spark motivation, clarity, and joy.

Aging Is Natural—But So Is Renewal
If you’ve done any sleuthing into aging, you’ve likely discovered that as we age our hormones shift and our metabolism slows. Perhaps you’ve experienced some memory dips or sleep changes. Maybe you tire more easily. Maybe your muscle mass has started to decline because you are less active.    

But there’s hope: movement and breath help everything.

WANT TO JOIN ME IN A 30-DAY SUN SALUTATIONS CHALLENGE?

Two versions: mat or chair
(chair is a more accessible standing version)

I’m inviting both committed women and men to take part in research for my upcoming book.

Starts Sunday, June 1–30 ~ Anywhere, Anytime - Solo or by Video

💛 $20 for individuals / $30 for couples for the full month.

Live Classes: 9:00 am PT, 12:00 pm ET, 6:00 pm CEST

REGISTER BEFORE SATURDAY, MAY 31 LIVE PRE-CHALLENGE CLASS OR CONTACT ME TO REGISTER YOU.

Practices can be just 10-20 minutes a day, or longer if you want to luxuriate in any of the poses

Whether you are brand new or well-seasoned, this is a chance to reset, realign, and renew. Do it on your own or with one of my videos. And join one of my special weekly classes. Either way, I’ll be there to support you.

What’s included:  

• 2 Pre-challenge Live Zoom Classes to ensure we are doing the same postures or learn modifications if needed (all classes are recorded)
  - 1st Live Pre-Challenge class Saturday, May 31 at 9am PT - or
  - 2nd Live Pre-Challenge class 1st day of series Sunday, June 1 9am PT

• 4 weekly Live Saturday Classes plus a Celebration Class on our last day (recorded)

• Daily practice reminders and inspirations

• Instructions on how to incorporate effective breathing

• Daily Report Card to track your progress

Choose your time. Choose your style.

WHY THE SUN SALUTATIONS ~ IT’S A TOTAL BEING RENEWAL

This simple, yet ancient series affects all levels of our body, mind, emotions, and spirit.

Whether you start with one or flow through a dozen, the key is consistency and going at your own pace.

 In this simple series, you will:

• Feel stronger, recharged, and more flexible

• Boost your energy and stamina

• Move all your joints: shoulders, hips, knees, ankles, toes

• Improve your aerobic capacity

• Maintain or build muscle (crucial as we age)

• Improve sleep, digestion, elimination and circulation

• Restore emotional balance and vitality

• Sharpen your memory  

• Support natural hormone regulation

• Enhance concentration and mindful awareness

• Incorporate proper breathing with each movement for optimal results

• Reawaken your spine and energy centres

• Feel younger and healthier

2 BREATH-CENTRED STYLES – Mat or Countertop/Chair 

• Mat Flow (Moderate) – A steady flow for those with a regular movement practice.

• Mat Flow + Hold (Moderate to Advanced) – Includes longer holds and undulations to move deeper into the joints, stretches, and explorations. Option to add alternate poses.

• Mat Foundation Flow – A gentle yet strengthening flow for those newer to Sun Salutations or returning after time away.

• Countertop Flow – An accessible standing variation using a countertop or chair for support.

• Countertop Hold – A slow, deeply nourishing accessible version with holding and posture additions. 

A NOTE ABOUT THE FEE
This challenge is part of my research, and I initially planned to offer it free of charge. But I’ve found a small exchange sparks greater commitment. To honour the work and inspire your motivation, I’m asking for a nominal fee:

💛 $20 for individuals / $30 for couples for the full month.

RESEARCH PROJECT
This challenge is part of the research for my upcoming memoir on my lifelong appreciation of the Sun Salutations. So, your daily commitment, feedback, and consistency are essential, not only for you but also for me. After I compile everyone’s feedback, I’ll send you a report on my findings. I may also reach out to ask if you'd like to share your story as part of the book. Your journey is part of something bigger—and I’m grateful to have you be a part of it.

See you on the mat or the chair.

Deborah ♥️