Repentance - How quickly do you turn back to God? Reset and release in this slow flow as you stretch and strengthen the upper back. Do you prefer to practice with music? Check out my playlists on lfshaffer's SPOTIFY and the ALIGN Christ Centered Yoga FaceBook page. ALIGN. Alive. Living in Grace. New. Deepen your faith and grow closer to God as you practice Christian Yoga. Scripture, Prayer, and Meditation will open your heart and mind to God's love and draw you near to Jesus. The poses of yoga will increase your strength and flexibility. Scripture Focus: Isaiah 1:18 #christianyoga #alignchristcenteredyoga #upperbackpain #slowflowyoga

How tightly do you hold on to control? Rest in the knowledge that although we are small, God is always powerfully at work in our lives. Explore hip range of motion and mobility as you strengthen the supporting muscles of the joint. As you flow get strong in the knowledge that God is powerful, good, and faithful! Does worship music help you focus and worship? Check out my flow playlists on lfshaffer's SPOTIFY and the ALIGN Christ Centered Yoga FaceBook page. ALIGN. Alive. Living in Grace. New. Deepen your faith and grow closer to God as you practice Christian Yoga. Scripture, Prayer, and Meditation will open your heart and mind to God's love and draw you near to Jesus. The poses of yoga will increase your strength and flexibility. Scripture Focus: Philippians 4:6 #christianyoga #alignchristcenteredyoga #yogaforhips

How fertile is the soil of your heart? In this practice we'll twist and release as we prepare our hearts for a life of purpose and mission. Explore a variety of twists and leave the mat emboldened and renewed! Does worship music help you focus as you practice? Choose a playlist of your own, or check out mine on lfshaffer's SPOTIFY and the ALIGN Christ Centered Yoga FaceBook page. ALIGN. Alive. Living in Grace. New. Deepen your faith and grow closer to God as you practice Christian Yoga. Scripture, Prayer, and Meditation will open your heart and mind to God's love and draw you near to Jesus. The poses of yoga will increase your strength and flexibility. Scripture Focus: Luke 8:15 Photo Credit: Jonathon Kemper #twists #alignchristcenteredyoga #christianyoga

What's the quality of your offerings? This slow flow will stretch and strengthen your legs and hips. As you flow, adapt the practice to meet the needs of your body and move with excellence! Add music to your practice! I have instrumental playlists to enhance your practice on LFShaffer's Spotify page, in the ALIGN folder. For more information about ALIGN Christ Centered Yoga check out our FaceBook Page and alignccy.com! ALIGN. Alive. Living in Grace. New. Deepen your faith and grow closer to God as you practice Christian Yoga. Scripture, Prayer, and Meditation will open your heart and mind to God's love and draw you near to Jesus. The poses of yoga will increase your strength and flexibility. Photo Credit: Milada Vigerova #alignchristcenteredyoga #slowflowyoga #yogaforlegs

What does it feel like to be free? Begin the healing process as you explore movement patterns and connect mind with body in this gentle somatic practice. You will reset the body and the nervous system while moving slowly. As you focus on the accompanying sensations, you'll explore the connection of your body to movement. There is no kneeling or standing in this practice - whether you are new to yoga or have been practicing for years, this is a healing practice. Consider adding instrumental music to help you worship and relax! Check out my playlists on lfshaffer's SPOTIFY and the ALIGN Christ Centered Yoga FaceBook page. ALIGN. Alive. Living in Grace. New. Deepen your faith and grow closer to God as you practice Christian Yoga. Scripture, Prayer, and Meditation will open your heart and mind to God's love and draw you near to Jesus. The poses of yoga will increase your strength and flexibility. Scripture Focus: John 8:31-32 #somaticmovement #somatichealing #gentleyoga #alignchristcenteredyoga

How do you define compassion? The Hebrew word for compassion is used from a place of strength - compassion in action. In this practice you'll strengthen the core muscles of the abdominals with planks, slow pushups, and oblique crunches. As you practice, reflect on God's compassion for you, and your compassion for those around you. Do you prefer to worship and practice with music? Check out my playlists on lfshaffer's SPOTIFY and the ALIGN Christ Centered Yoga FaceBook page. ALIGN. Alive. Living in Grace. New. Deepen your faith and grow closer to God as you practice Christian Yoga. Scripture, Prayer, and Meditation will open your heart and mind to God's love and draw you near to Jesus. The poses of yoga will increase your strength and flexibility. Scripture Focus: Exodus 34:6 Photo Credit: Anton Jauregui Reflection: 101 Names of God by Christopher Hudson #ChristianYoga #alignchristcenteredyoga #slowflowyoga

Connect your yoga practice with your faith - worship, prayer, and the healing poses of yoga! Classes include a variety of yoga styles - yin, restorative flows, vinyasa and yoga for strength. What connects each of these practices is a Scripture based devotion that will guide your thoughts on and off the mat. You are welcome here! #christianyoga #vinyasa #gentleyoga #poweryoga #yogaforstrength

What does it mean to worship? In this slow flow you'll stretch and strengthen release the muscles of the upper back and shoulders. As you flow, offer all that you have in worship. Do you prefer to practice with music? Check out my playlists on lfshaffer's SPOTIFY and the ALIGN Christ Centered Yoga FaceBook page. ALIGN. Alive. Living in Grace. New. Deepen your faith and grow closer to God as you practice Christian Yoga. Scripture, Prayer, and Meditation will open your heart and mind to God's love and draw you near to Jesus. The poses of yoga will increase your strength and flexibility. Scripture Focus: Revelation 4:10-11 Photo Credit: Carlos N. Cuatzo Meza #slowflowyoga #yogaforshoulders #yogaforback

How has shadow obscured light in your life? This gentle flow will release tension and reset your somatic nervous system. As you explore movement and range of motion, open yourself up to the light and love of Jesus! Consider adding music to your practice! Check out my playlists on lfshaffer's SPOTIFY and the ALIGN Christ Centered Yoga FaceBook page. ALIGN. Alive. Living in Grace. New. Deepen your faith and grow closer to God as you practice Christian Yoga. Scripture, Prayer, and Meditation will open your heart and mind to God's love and draw you near to Jesus. The poses of yoga will increase your strength and flexibility. Scripture Focus: Matthew 4:16 Photo Credit: Laura Pratt

How do you respond to change? Gently move your body in this restorative flow as you reflect on the wisdom offered by the prophet Hosea. Reset your nervous system as you flow through somatic movement patterns. Open you heart to change as you trust the One who loves you! Consider adding music to your practice! Check out my playlists on lfshaffer's SPOTIFY and the ALIGN Christ Centered Yoga FaceBook page. ALIGN. Alive. Living in Grace. New. Deepen your faith and grow closer to God as you practice Christian Yoga. Scripture, Prayer, and Meditation will open your heart and mind to God's love and draw you near to Jesus. The poses of yoga will increase your strength and flexibility. Scripture Focus: Hosea 10:12 #somaticyoga #yogaforbeginners #yogaforrecovery #gentleyoga

The God who created the universe cares for you! Stretch the tight muscles of the hips and work on balance with this slow flow. As you practice, memorize the poetic words of the Psalmist - "When I look to the heavens...what is man that you are mindful of him? This short flow will help you commit God's Word to memory - Fix His words in your heart and mind! Learn to link Scripture to breath and movement. Bring meditation to life! Do you love practicing with music? Find instrumental playlists to enhance your practice on LFShaffer's Spotify page, in the ALIGN folder. For more information about ALIGN Christ Centered Yoga, check out our FaceBook Group! ALIGN. Alive. Living in Grace. New. Deepen your faith and grow closer to God as you practice Christian Yoga. Scripture, Prayer, and Meditation will open your heart and mind to God's love and draw you near to Jesus. The poses of yoga will increase your strength and flexibility. Scripture Memory Verse: Psalm 8:3-4 Photo Credit: Johannes Plenio #AlignChristCenteredYoga #christianyoga #slowflowyoga #yogaforhips #memoryverse

Build strength in the muscles of the abdominals, back, and legs in this slow flow. As you flow consider the role that unity plays in your life - How do you build unity with others who follow Jesus? Are you becoming more Christ-like, unified with God in spirit? Do you prefer to worship and practice with music? Check out my playlists on lfshaffer's SPOTIFY and the ALIGN Christ Centered Yoga FaceBook page. ALIGN. Alive. Living in Grace. New. Deepen your faith and grow closer to God as you practice Christian Yoga. Scripture, Prayer, and Meditation will open your heart and mind to God's love and draw you near to Jesus. The poses of yoga will increase your strength and flexibility. Scripture Focus: Ezekiel 37 Photo Credit: Duy Pham #freeyoga #yogaforstrength #yogaforabs #alignchristcenteredyoga

Use tennis balls to release the tension held in your body. This gentle myofascial release will hydrate the fascia and help reset your nervous system. As you focus on the accompanying sensations, you'll explore the connection of your body to movement. This healing practice can help you find pain relief, better sleep, and a calmer mind. As you release what is held we will reflect on God's story and His presence among us. Consider adding instrumental music to help you worship and relax! Check out my playlists on lfshaffer's SPOTIFY and the ALIGN Christ Centered Yoga FaceBook page. ALIGN. Alive. Living in Grace. New. Deepen your faith and grow closer to God as you practice Christian Yoga. Scripture, Prayer, and Meditation will open your heart and mind to God's love and draw you near to Jesus. The poses of yoga will increase your strength and flexibility. Scripture Focus: Leviticus 26:12 #myofascialrelease #christianyoga #plantarfasciitis #neckpain

How are you being transformed? This practice will help you build strength and balance. As you flow, reflect on the transforming power of the Word of God. We'll start with foot work and build each balance pose from the ground up. If you're unsteady, practice near a wall or a chair that you can hold on to, and give yourself permission to wobble! Does music enhance your practice? Check out my playlists on lfshaffer's SPOTIFY and the ALIGN Christ Centered Yoga FaceBook page. ALIGN. Alive. Living in Grace. New. Deepen your faith and grow closer to God as you practice Christian Yoga. Scripture, Prayer, and Meditation will open your heart and mind to God's love and draw you near to Jesus. The poses of yoga will increase your strength and flexibility. Scripture Focus: Jeremiah 23:29 Photo Credit: Art Lasovsky

Where have you gotten complacent, settled? Reflect on your response to opportunity and calling as you flow! In this practice we'll stretch the tight muscles of the psoas, releasing what is held in the hips and lower back, and work towards Dancer Pose. Does worship music help you focus and worship? Check out my flow playlists on lfshaffer's SPOTIFY and the ALIGN Christ Centered Yoga FaceBook page. ALIGN. Alive. Living in Grace. New. Deepen your faith and grow closer to God as you practice Christian Yoga. Scripture, Prayer, and Meditation will open your heart and mind to God's love and draw you near to Jesus. The poses of yoga will increase your strength and flexibility. Scripture Focus: Genesis 11:31 Photo Credit: Intricate-Explorer

How confident are you in the face of battle? Build strength and courage as you flow through variations of Warrior 2 and stretch your sides and inner thighs. Focus on strength and technique as we go Back to the Basics. We'll memorize and reflect on Isaiah 54:17 - When God is for us, nothing can stand against us! This short flow will help you commit God's Word to memory - Fix His words in your heart and mind! Learn to link Scripture to breath and movement. Embody the Word of God and bring meditation to life! I have playlists to enhance your practice on LFShaffer's Spotify page, in the ALIGN folder. For more information about ALIGN Christ Centered Yoga check out our FaceBook Group and the alignccy website! ALIGN. Alive. Living in Grace. New. Deepen your faith and grow closer to God as you practice Christian Yoga. Scripture, Prayer, and Meditation will open your heart and mind to God's love and draw you near to Jesus. The poses of yoga will increase your strength and flexibility. Scripture Memory Verse: Isaiah 54:17 #christianyoga #prayingthescriptures #praisejesus #slowflowyoga #alignchristcenteredyoga

What promises of God are you holding on to? Stretch and strengthen the core muscles of the back with a variety of backbends, finishing in Bow Pose. Remember that no circumstances or decisions of others determine the outcome of God's plan for you! Are you ready? Let's do this! Do you prefer to worship and practice with music? Check out our playlists on lfshaffer's SPOTIFY and the ALIGN Christ Centered Yoga FaceBook page. ALIGN. Alive. Living in Grace. New. Deepen your faith and grow closer to God as you practice Christian Yoga. Scripture, Prayer, and Meditation will open your heart and mind to God's love and draw you near to Jesus. The poses of yoga will increase your strength and flexibility. Scripture Focus: Genesis 13 Photo Credit: Joshua Woronieki #christianmotivation #yogaforback #yogaforstrength #mindfulmovement

What are you leaving behind? What are you stepping into? This slow flow will move from Thread the Needle to Gate Pose to Bird Dog. We'll stretch the upper back as we explore Eagle and challenge balance. As you practice, reflect on Jesus' invitation to trust Him with your future. As always, modify the practice to meet the needs of your body, mind, and soul! Does worship music help you draw near to God? Check out my flow playlists on lfshaffer's SPOTIFY and the ALIGN Christ Centered Yoga FaceBook page. ALIGN. Alive. Living in Grace. New. Deepen your faith and grow closer to God as you practice Christian Yoga. Scripture, Prayer, and Meditation will open your heart and mind to God's love and draw you near to Jesus. The poses of yoga will increase your strength and flexibility. Scripture Focus: Psalm 118:19-21 Photo Credit: Diane Helentjaris #slowflowyoga #funyoga #alignchristcenteredyoga