At the end of one of my yoga classes I asked students how they felt they had improved. As I went around the room, one student said her flexiblity had improved, another said she felt much stronger, another reported an ability to reduce work stress through using the breath, and another reported a deeper awareness …
Kate Before Kate After 5 mo. Whenever Kate came to her private session she was ready to go. She wanted to make positive changes in her body and the way she felt, and her dedication paid off. Her weight came off without a struggle when she learned to stop dieting and start nourishing her …
Shari is a dedicated and busy mom to two teen age boys and a six year old girl. She is stretched thin by all the demands placed on her, yet sees the importance of making time for her yoga practice. Shari comes to class with openness for learning as well as for letting go. At …
After teaching yoga for nearly 10 years I was surprised to find myself questioning my ability when I walked into a yoga studio I had never set foot in. The walls were covered with mirrors and the room was heated to 90 degrees. Although I had taken several yoga classes, I had never tried an …
When I first heard about yoga I had the image of people doing strange postures and chanting which made me uncomfortable, yet I was curious. Once I started practicing yoga I realized that it can be as spirirtual as you want it to be. For example, if you have a strong religious belief then you can connect …
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When I think of Wendy I think of the word, “Inspiring”. Wendy is almost always the first to arrive at my studio even though her drive is forty minutes. Wendy puts her worries on the back burner and comes fully present to class. At the beginning of class I ask my students what they …
Yoga has transformed not only the way I look but the way I feel. Since teaching yoga and practicing yoga nearly every day, I’ve become much more conscious of enjoying the moment. I also am an observer of my emotions, and can stop myself from over reacting (most of the time). I used to be …
To Sara of Fit by Sara: I’ve read your posts and feel inspired to try yoga for weight loss and overall wellness but fear that my poor flexibility will keep me from taking in the full benefits. What stretches do you suggest I do to improve my flexibility before taking a yoga class? Nearly everyone I …
For the last couple of weeks I felt all out of sorts, frustrated with my lack of focus and vision. Then I realized that I was unclear about my life purpose. As soon as I realized that I was unsure of my life purpose a myriad of signs to find my purpose surrounded me. …
To Sara of Fit by Sara: “I’ve never had a flat stomach and I now have two kids. Is there any possibility that I can ever obtain six pack abs?” All of our bodies are genetically different. Some of us have large bones, some of us have small bones, some of us are tall, and …
