Healthy Body = Healthy Mind

I have been an a quest for Health & Wellness for many years now. I started thinking more about my health as I was getting closer to my 30s. I had been clean off drugs and alcohol for many years which was a huge plus, but I knew there was more that needed to be done. I quit smoking before my 28th birthday. That single action made me realize how much more I wanted to do for myself. Soon after I quit smoking, I started walking then I started running. Running was not always my passion it was very tough at first and I will admit that I did not love it right away. It took me some time to build a strong pace that I felt comfortable breathing with. I also did yoga on and off for many years and always loved that practice. When my girlfriend did her 200 Hour Yoga teacher training my practice got more intense and I was peaceful. That same friend and yoga mentor moved to Spain and my practice suffered I just did not keep up with it while she was away but I got more into running during that time. I started to look at the way I ate. Looking to fill my body with foods that would help fuel my long runs and help prevent inflammation in my body.

I eventually got back into my yoga practice and later decided to take a 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training. The training was life changing not only did my personal asana practice change but so many of my thoughts changed. I have a much deeper understanding of asana and yoga philosophy. I love everything about yoga and the yoga community. I adore teaching yoga it has been such a blessing. I have had the opportunity to teach classes local to my home, I love sharing Yoga with others. Tuesday April 25th I will be teaching a free Public Class for our Local Essential Oils User Group. I will be teaching an hour long All Levels Yoga class and highlighting a few essential oils to help deepen your practice.

I love being able to share my passion for running, yoga, health & wellness and Essential Oils with everyone. What passions do you have that you love to share with everyone you meet?

Check out the Upcoming Event section of this blog for more details!

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