I am settling into my breath. I am on my mat, in a yoga class, lying down before it begins. Eyes closed, I hear the door open and several pairs of feet pad their way into the warm room. When I finally sit up and glance around, I see I am surrounded by women — where are all the men?
Is Yoga Having a Moment? 12 Local Yogis Lean In to the Question
In recent years, yoga has grown exponentially in popularity. Instead of being a niche activity it’s part of the mainstream. It’s become normal, even outside of places like Ann Arbor, where yoga has had a strong community for years. We talked to 12 yogis from in and around Ann Arbor to take the temperature of the yoga community right now.
From Dawn to Dusk: 12 Notable People in Ann Arbor’s Body/Mind/Spirit Community Share Their Daily Rituals
Our daily rituals, traditions, practices, and exercises — while personal and involved for some are simply a way to live for others. Rituals can keep us sane, keep us honest with ourselves, and keep us going, whether we are aware of it or not.