May 21, 2009

 Lindsey Benoit

Publisher/Editor

Self Magazine

4 Times Square

New York, NY 10036

Dear Ms. Benoit:

Do you remember your first yoga experience? You may not have one, but every woman should experience taking a yoga class at least once.

 I would like to propose an article about the first time I took a yoga class and why I think it is important for all women to take yoga at least once. Women have daily stress, both physical and mental. Yoga disciplines the body and mind to help relieve that stress.

 Self is the perfect magazine to publish this article because women are its target audience, and staying healthy is a big part of the magazine. Yoga focuses on staying healthy, and it really works. Many women who read Self may feel the way I do about exercise; they don’t have time for it or it’s just not for them. It would benefit them to read my article because I am not an exercise expert by any means, but I have found an exercise that works, and it’s not hard. I will relate my own experience in yoga class with the intent to inspire them to go out and try it.

 I am not a regular at the gym because I rarely have time to work out with such a busy work schedule. Since I am constantly on the run, I don’t have time to stop and smell the coffee, if you will. However, yoga allows you to do just that with a physical exercise and a meditation period. I have found it to be very beneficial and recommend it for all women.  I know it may be intimidating to throw on some tight exercise clothes and start a new class, but trust me, it’s worth it.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,

Leanna Serns

9840 N. Sedona Circle

Fresno, CA 93720

leannaserns@yahoo.com