A big part of practicing yoga is being present in the moment and focusing on each breath you take as you move through time and space.
Another word for that: mindfulness.
Mindfulness has many definitions and can mean a lot of different things to different people, but in essence, it means to practice BEING in a non-judgemental state of complete awareness of one’s thoughts.
Practicing yoga is a way of being mindful. Meditation and pranayama breathing are acts of mindfulness as well.
Why be mindful? It keeps us from harming ourselves and others. By tending to ourselves and our own needs and understanding our being so intrinsically, we allow ourselves to move through the world in a more positive way, and in turn, we attract positive things.
Want to learn more mindfulness? Begin my "self-paced mindfulness challenge right now" and take 10-minutes a day to incorporate this tool into your daily life.
YOGA ON THE MAT, AERIAL SWING, PADDLE BOARD OR REFORMER
I am motivated to bring yoga to as many people as possible which is why I offer yoga on various apparatus'.... the aerial swing, paddle board, reformer or mat. Plus, a combo pack to try any 3 and get access to this month's mindfulness challenge!! Bonus, you can bring a friend for FREE for more motivation. Book your session here.
NEW TO YOGA? Join the self-paced or upcoming group classes below:
- My virtual self-paced programs:
- OR In-Person Group Class:
- May 22nd Intro to Yoga Kick Off Class @ the Lake (beginners only)
- May Meditation Series (all levels)
Namaste,
Keri
Time for new growth & renewal...Springtime is often associated with planting seeds and tending to gardens. It is a sweet time of new growth and renewal. In Ayurveda, also known as "yoga-off-the-mat" the spring is the season of Kapha Dosha. Kapha Dosha is comprised of earth and water, offers sweetness, coolness and strength.
The Ayurvedic philosophy of wellness encourages us to embrace this time of year and tap into the potential for healing and transformation. The spring season offers us this powerful opportunity for radical renewal and rejuvenation. By incorporating Ayurvedic concepts such as a gentle detoxification, eating in season foods, sunlight exposure, movement, sweat, sauna, massage and daily routine to support our overall health and well-being during this potent time of year.
Just as a garden requires consistent care and attention to thrive, so too does our inner garden. Taking care of our physical, emotional, spiritual well-being helps us cultivate a healthy and fulfilling life. Now is a wonderful to reset, restore, develop more consistent practices such as healthy eating & spending time in nature.
So this spring, as you tend to your physical garden take a moment to reflect on the garden within. What seeds will you plant? How will you tend to them? By nurturing your inner garden, you can cultivate a life of joy, fulfillment & purpose which is our feminine power that most of us have disconnected with.
I invite you to immerse yourself in the practice of Yoga-off-the-mat. Immerse yourself into the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda for Modern day living for optimal well-being in your daily life by joining my next group seasonal cleanse -- Which includes 3 weeks of yoga & my 21-day elimination challenge.
Is your body telling you it's time for a change?If you are experiencing migraines, joint pain, trouble sleeping, auto-immune disease or other chronic issues ---- it's time to start listening to her.
Wishing you a happy and healthy spring season!
Do you experience one or more of these symptoms on a regular basis
- Unexplained fatigue
- Sluggish elimination
- Irritated skin
- Allergies
- Low-grade infection
- Puffy eyes or bags under the eyes
- Bloating
- Menstrual problems
- Mental confusion
These are common symptoms of toxicity.
Anyone who experiences one or more of the above regularly can benefit from even a short detox to help alleviate stress on the body. When our bodies are functioning optimally, we feel better, think more clearly, have more energy, and look our best!
By improving your gut health, you can be proactive with disturbances in the immune, nervous system and hormone health. You can learn more about detoxing, how to detox safely, and foods that contribute to toxic buildup in your body by reading more here.
Stop the dieting insanity...
The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over & over and expecting a different result". ~Einstein
In Ayurveda (the sister science of yoga and "off the mat" practice) we practice seasonal cleansing of nourishment on every level --- so not just food but relationships with family, friends, generational pasts, nature (the environment), our bodies, our community, and the world.
In order to heal what's going on with us mentally, it's going to take some focus on your gut & mental health and a seasonal cleanse is a great annual routine to continually clean out all of these layers of mishaps to our daily nourishment.
Learn more about Cleansing by clicking the button below.
Happy New Year 2023...
As we ring in a new and better year, perhaps you have made resolutions. We are all crawling out from an incredibly challenging three years that has taken a toll on everyone's health on every level. Personally, the past few years have been very difficult for me, especially in the realm of mental health & I know I'm not alone in this.
More than ever people are struggling with their physical and mental health and I want to be able to support that.
If you have not had the opportunity to access my FREE mental health resource guides, grab them here and start taking steps to help yourself right away!
Resolutions are best served in daily practice, giving yourself the gift of health on every level, every day. Yoga, meditation, fitness, clean eating, positive information intake, self-love and making your health your number one priority may be on your 2023 goals list. In the new year, I am launching programs to help you with that growth.
I hope to see you for Yoga --- on the mat, reformer, paddleboard & my newest addition AERIAL SWING!
Wishing you a lovely, healthy New Year.
Namaste,
Keri
7 Steps to Uncover Your Best Self
- Move your body for an hour a day
- Remove all packaged and processed foods from your diet
- Make time for daily yoga and meditation
- Start a new hobby or creative process that you have postponed
- Turn off the television & the news
- Do something every day that makes you uncomfortable in a good way - GROW
- Get a support system and like-minded people to help you achieve your goals.
It's the third week of GRATITUDE month!
Gratitude is a practice that just keeps giving back and just a small piece of a Yoga practice. The stretches/poses of Yoga are just another piece of Yoga. I've done many exercises classes over the years from swimming to kickboxing to Kung Fu to Bootcamp to Hot Yoga to even running a marathon (all 26.2 miles!!). All of which helped me on the outside. BUT something else was happening the more I practiced Yoga -- I felt a sense of relief on the inside! As a mom and small business owner, I don't have the energy to keep up with these exercises from my teens, twenties and thirties. --- plus I'm not getting any younger and I'm not willing to give up my health and goal to be an awesome Granny someday.
As we approach the final month of 2022, what needs healing in your life?
- Need to build muscle strength, sweat or burn calories so you don't have to hide behind your kids/grandkids in pictures?
- Looking to improve flexibility or poor posture so you can keep up with our kids and grandkids?
- Want to protect your bones from osteoporosis or lessen back pain so you don't need to miss out on memories being made around you?
- Stressed and need to promote relaxation, lower your cortisol levels so you're not the mom screaming at your kids or the grandmom that only has the energy to do inactive things (eg. watch movies, go out to eat, etc).
- Feeling lack of connectedness and just want to be part of a community that is going to help motivate you to do all of the above while discovering why this world needs you here?
- Are your emotions out of whack cuz of your monthly cycle or menopause and you are losing yourself to sadness, anxiety and whatever comes up on a given day?
Many individuals only utilize the practice of Yoga for the physical benefits; however, I am proof that a number of mental and spiritual benefits can also be obtained through breath control, meditation, poses and lifestyle (including Gratitude). The thousands of years of Yoga history, practices and traditions has the added benefit of healing from the root ---what was passed down from our ancestors to our daily mental stressors.
Where you are in your life now? Click on the one that best describes YOU & access my FREE Yoga resource guide that correlates with it right now-- plus a FREE Yoga class will be delivered straight to your inbox that you can do immediately!
"Yoga is the ultimate practice. It simultaneously stimulates our inner light and quiets our overactive minds. It is both energy & rest. Yin & Yang. Feel the burn and find the bliss." ~Unknown
Gratitude that you have given me the opportunity to support your health and wellness,
Keri
