Trauma-Sensitive Yoga by Andree Philpot

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Yoga has long been celebrated for its ability to promote physical and mental well-being. But when it comes to individuals who have experienced trauma, traditional yoga classes may inadvertently trigger distressing emotions and memories. This is where trauma-sensitive yoga comes into play, offering a compassionate and healing approach to yoga practice. In this blog post, […]

3 Things I Wish I’d Known About Yoga! by Meredith Amann

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A few weeks ago a friend and longtime participant in my yoga classes called me after our daily virtual practice excited to share what came up for her during class. “Finally, all the things you’ve been saying for years have clicked! These are the things I wish everyone knew about yoga.” Without further ado… here […]

The Benefits of Yoga for Runners By Guest Contributor Erin Roddy

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When you get into entrepreneurship, you learn a lot about yourself really quickly. Being a sole proprietor is not a easy gig. Many of us make the move because we think we have something special to offer that isn’t currently out there. When I heard about MEAS Active, a local, female-owned fitness apparel brand, my […]

The Therapeutic Benefits of Yoga By Christy Plaugher

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I recently met Chrissy Plaugher and was immediately impressed by her depth of knowledge around yoga. When someone can talk about their teachers’ teacher it usually causes my ears to perk up. It reminded me of my own learning journey. Chrissy cares about the art of yoga and is a purist in nature. While she […]