Students sculpt and spin their way to fitness goals

Charlotte Shields-Rossi | a&e editor Sara Aull found a love for yoga and Pilates while enrolled in Duquesne University’s Thomas R. Kline School of Law. “I found that I was more present and engaged. With those classes, I was able to take my mind off the school stress,” Aull said. Aull graduated in 2014 and now works as an attorney with the U.S. Department of … Continue reading Students sculpt and spin their way to fitness goals

‘I always want to go to yoga:’ Open Up PGH

Naomi Girson | staff writer At a yoga class, you might expect a room of matching workout sets, expensive water bottles and an hour of confusing, overcomplicated instruction — but not at Open Up Pittsburgh. The inclusive yoga studio in Lawrenceville is a wellness facility that offers yoga and similar classes that are taught by and for the disabled community. The organization began with Marissa … Continue reading ‘I always want to go to yoga:’ Open Up PGH

Stretch your body and open your mind with local yoga

By Brady Collins | Contributor When you think of yoga, a variety of perceptions probably come to mind. You might think of an Instagram friend who’s constantly posting the exotic places they’ve done a headstand or the video you did in high school gym class that everyone complained about. Chances are, if you’ve never tried it, you aren’t aware of the benefits it can bring. … Continue reading Stretch your body and open your mind with local yoga