Gentle therapy and self-care are in, and The Royal Ballet's morning 'warm-up' class at the barre and on the open floor checks three important boxes: attention to breathing, good posture, and warm muscle flexibility. The biggest payoff is the 'quiet emotional regulation' it brings into our lives while elevating our inner and outer cores. Principal Guest Teacher Olga Evreinoff's soothing and nurturing guidance takes us there as we 'dissolve' into Michael Pansters' beautiful piano notes. It's my yoga with a bit of an edge. And a fun rehearsal after the jump...