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Friended by Jane Fonda

Tara Stiles
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July 21, 2010
Tara Stiles
mbg Class Instructor
By Tara Stiles
mbg Class Instructor
Tara Stiles, founder of Stråla Yoga and author of "Clean Mind, Clean Body"
July 21, 2010

We have a known tradition at Strala. "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" is played during Corpse Pose (final relaxation where we all lie down for a few minutes and breathe naturally after working our butts off during class). The body and mind can't actually rest unless it's worked out all the kinks. Same in life. Your dreams can come true (the universe can align with your intention) when you work hard consistently through obstacles without complaint. We put in the work and see what happens. That's how I've approached my life and work life, which I see no separation between. Put in the work and see what happens. What makes sense will happen. Work hard, breathe deep, don't complain, and enjoy what comes.

Well a huge dream of mine has come true. I'm working with Jane Fonda. We met a couple months ago. She was gathering a couple interesting fitness experts to create and launch a DVD and product line. The people had to fit in with her philosophy that fitness is for everyone and something that you never stop doing your entire life. It should be fun, approachable, and energizing. Yes! Yoga shouldn't be intimidating or scary, and there are so many benefits available for everyone who practices regularly. Foot putting behind head not required.

Now I don't like to speak in over-used phrases like manifesting your dreams too often because over-use fuels diluted meaning. On YouTube there is a place for you to put in your influences. Mine was always Jane Fonda. She basically invented and popularized physical fitness for the masses. And now here I am working with her continuing that mission for the next generation. We had dinner last week and I met the other awesome other gals involved, Katrina and Karena from Tone it Up, and Jeanette Jenkins. We'll be creating DVDs and launching products within our own disciplines. I'm on yoga, of course.

Now Jane and I are... friends! She's taking a break wile filming to take a workshop at Strala with Tao Porchon Lynch this weekend. When Jane found out there was a 92 year old woman out there teaching and practicing, and dancing, she said she had to meet her!

I'll be blogging during the filming, and other adventures with Jane here on MindBodyGreen. Stay tuned.

The only limits you have are the ones you put on yourself.

Tara Stiles
Tara Stiles

Tara Stiles is the founder of Strala Yoga, a revolutionary approach to healing through movement. She's also the author of Clean Mind, Clean Body. Thousands of guides are leading Strala classes around the globe in partner studios, gyms, and clubs. Strala has been illustrated in a case study by Harvard Business School, and its philosophy of ease and conservation of energy are incorporated by business leaders, entrepreneurs, and well-being professionals.

Stiles teamed up with W Hotels on Fit with Tara Stiles—a program bringing Strala Yoga classes and healthy recipes to W properties around the globe. She collaborated with Reebok, working closely with the design team on their yoga lifestyle range, as well as developed a line of knitwear and homeware with Wool and the Gang. Stiles has authored several books including Yoga Cures, Make Your Own Rules Cookbook, and Strala Yoga, all translated and published in several languages. She has been profiled by the New York Times, Times of India, The Times.

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Tara Stiles
Tara Stiles

Tara Stiles is the founder of Strala Yoga, a revolutionary approach to healing through movement. She's also the author of Clean Mind, Clean Body. Thousands of guides are leading Strala classes around the globe in partner studios, gyms, and clubs. Strala has been illustrated in a case study by Harvard Business School, and its philosophy of ease and conservation of energy are incorporated by business leaders, entrepreneurs, and well-being professionals.

Stiles teamed up with W Hotels on Fit with Tara Stiles—a program bringing Strala Yoga classes and healthy recipes to W properties around the globe. She collaborated with Reebok, working closely with the design team on their yoga lifestyle range, as well as developed a line of knitwear and homeware with Wool and the Gang. Stiles has authored several books including Yoga Cures, Make Your Own Rules Cookbook, and Strala Yoga, all translated and published in several languages. She has been profiled by the New York Times, Times of India, The Times.

Read More About Tara Stiles

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