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CBS News
a day ago
- CBS News
NJ Beach Yoga instructor helps students find balance in the sand
The crash of ocean waves, the salty breeze and the soft, shifting sand. This is the setting for NJ Beach Yoga, where instructor Teri O'Connor has been guiding students through sunrise and sunset sessions since 2007. Every class on the shores of Sea Isle City's beach is different. Some mornings bring warmth and stillness, while others, like when we visited O'Connor's class, offer a thick, misty breeze that she calls "June-uary" instead of June. But no matter the weather, her approach remains the same: embrace the moment, let go of expectations and find joy in movement. "Beach yoga is about using the props nature gives us: the sand, the breeze, the sound of the ocean, the texture of the air," O'Connor said. Her classes blend lighthearted playfulness with meditative reflection, creating an environment where students feel uplifted and supported. CBS News Philadelphia Patti Gerew, a longtime yoga student, described O'Connor's energy as "catchy," and said O'Connor always reminds students: "It's your body. It's doing what it needs to do." Inclusivity is at the heart of NJ Beach Yoga. O'Connor emphasizes that yoga is for everybody. She welcomes students of all levels with a simple philosophy: "All you need to be able to do is breathe, show up as is — no competition, no expectation." Then there's the shell bucket, a signature tradition that makes each class even more special. At the end of the session, students reach in and pull out a seashell inscribed with a word or phrase, an affirmation meant just for them. "You don't look at them beforehand," Gerew says. "Teri believes you pick the shell you need," O'Connor says it's the universe's message for you. NJ Beach Yoga offers all-level beach yoga classes in Sea Isle at the JFK Blvd beach Monday, Wednesday and Fridays, starting at 7:30 a.m. Classes are also offered at the 5th Street beach Tuesday nights and Saturday mornings. For more information, visit NJ Beach Yoga's website.
National Post
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- National Post
‘TRYING TO STAY YOUNG': Bill Belichick jokes about infamous yoga shots with Jordon Hudson
Bill Belichick, under the apparent direction of his young girlfriend Jordon Hudson, has been loath to discuss anything about his personal life and their relationship. Article content But the former New England Patriots coach, 73, answered one question about a recent date of theirs. Article content In March, Hudson posted photos and a video on Instagram of the two doing some beach yoga, with Belichick lying on his back on a towel while he hoisted the 24-year-old up and balanced her on his legs. Article content Article content In Friday's episode of the Pivot podcast, former NFL stars-turned-hosts Ryan Clark, Fred Taylor and Channing Crowder initially tried to brush off questions about his girlfriend, joking that he joined he ex-cheerleader for the beach workout because he is 'trying to stay young.' Article content Belichick noted how Hudson was instrumental in his new book, The Art of Winning, calling her his 'creative muse' and an 'idea mill.' Article content He also clarified their working relationship amid criticism that Hudson has been more of a distraction to the UNC coach, after there were reports that she was banned from practices. Article content The speculation came following Belichick's recent interview with CBS, in which Hudson repeatedly intervened when things got too personal. Article content However, Belichick insisted she is the opposite of a distraction. Article content 'What she does helps me spend more time on football, and that's what's important to me,' he revealed. Article content Belichick confirmed that she doesn't help directly with his North Carolina coaching job but rather with 'personal opportunities.' Article content He explained: '[It] could be a speaking thing, you know, an appearance on this or talk about that or somebody wants an autograph, or that type of thing, and so she'll kind of help organize that for me.' Article content Article content View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ryan Clark (@realrclark) Article content
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bill Belichick Discusses Doing Beach Yoga with Girlfriend Jordon Hudson After Previously Dodging Question About It
Bill Belichick spoke about doing beach yoga with girlfriend Jordon Hudson during a recent podcast appearance The former NFL coach previously refused to speak about the activity during his recent controversial CBS interview Belichick and Hudson's romance was made public in June 2024, though they reportedly met in February 2021 Bill Belichick is speaking about doing beach yoga with girlfriend Jordon Hudson after he initially dodged a question about it in a recent controversial interview. Back in March, Hudson, 24, shared videos and photos of herself and the former NFL coach, 73, taking part in the activity on social media. Then, in a CBS interview a month later, Belichick refused to speak about activities he partakes in with Hudson, who also shut down the interview when Belichick was asked about the pair's romance. Now, during an appearance on the Pivot podcast to discuss his new book, The Art of Winning: Lessons from a Life in Football, Belichick was asked once more about the ocean-side snapshots and videos, prompting him to joke that he did the beach yoga with Hudson because he is "trying to stay young." In a first post, Hudson shared photos of her beach workout with Belichick, who could be seen lying on his back in the sand as Hudson posed in the air while balancing on his feet. "☀️ #SpringBreak #UsTime #StillGotIt 💪🏼," she wrote in her caption. The former college cheerleader then shared a video from the moment a week later, writing in her caption, "My favorite workout? #Billates 🫶🏼🤸🏽♀️🤣#GoatYoga 🐐." Belichick and Hudson's romance was made public in June 2024, though they reportedly met in February 2021 while Hudson was still in college. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. During his appearance on the Pivot podcast, Belichick spoke more about Hudson, as he clarified her working position with him behind the scenes on business opportunities. '[It] could be a speaking thing, you know, an appearance on this or talk about that or somebody wants an autograph, or that type of thing, and so she'll kind of help organize that for me,' said Belichick. 'I try to focus on football and some of the other things that come my way. Jordon looks and, you know, she makes recommendations, or gives guidance on some other opportunities that pass through that are non-football, that are business,' he continued. Belichick added that Hudson also helped him with his new book, stating, "As I was writing it, she looked at it from a business perspective.' He then noted that his girlfriend 'has her own businesses and is savvy in those.' Read the original article on People
