The Yoga Moves You Podcast

All This Time | Andrew & Mary Gordon | Dying to be Born

yogamovesyou — Sat, 13 Jan 2018 16:54:40 -0500

Hey, it’s Andrew and this song, “All This Time”, is from the album, “Dying to be Born”. I wrote it while Mary and I were dating and going through some challenging times. We teamed up, and I rhymed and my beautiful songbird sang the hook. I know I am lucky. My friend told me, “You hit a broken bat home run”. It is one of the funniest things I have ever heard. If you already get it, you are probably laughing. If not, think about a baseball player trying to hit a homerun. Miraculously, the bat breaks while hitting the ball, and the result is still a homerun. The analolgy, is that I am the broken one, who has somehow hit a homerun. I’m not going to argue. Thanks for your support!

Episode 17 | Andrew & Mary Gordon | Mr. and Mrs. Yogi Pt. 1

yogamovesyou — Sat, 13 Jan 2018 16:42:04 -0500

Hey, it's Andrew, and my wife agreed to share our story. Our journey was, and is embodied by yoga. I never thought she would agree to do this, but even though we are still newlyweds(it will be 2 years in April), our relationship has evolved a great deal. She is the Yang to my Yin, so basically I am the woman in the relationship. We also recorded a song together, which you will hear a clip of in the beginning. I will add the whole version following this episode. Thank you so much for listening, and you can follow Mary and I @mrandmrsyogi

We haven't done anything with the page in a long time, and I think I lost the username and password. However, we do plan to get back into it and develop it along with our podcasts. Have a sweet and blessed day!

Andrew

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Truth and Vibration | Andrew Gordon | Dying to be Born

yogamovesyou — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 21:55:09 -0500

As this podcast grows, it is becoming an amalgamation of my own journey, which I am weaving into a tapestry of expression. While, the interviews on the podcast will always be focused on the guest, I find the organic birth of content from my own path coming to life. This is a song I recorded while I was in teacher training. All of the music, lyrics, and production are original.

Artist: Andrew Gordon

Song: Truth and Vibration

Album: Dying To Be Born

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Thank you

¡Mira! 1 | Love Wins Over Fear | Andrew Gordon

yogamovesyou — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 12:17:35 -0500

¡Mira! is a new video series. Our first ¡Mira! is about choosing love, even in the midst of fear. This can be one of the hardest things to do, because fear can lead us to act on a lower frequency. Yoga, breathwork, and meditation are some of the best tools to raise your vibration. By pausing, and going inside, you can emerge in love.

Lyrics and Vocals by Andrew Gordon, hey that’s me!

Music provided royalty free from Bensound

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Episode 16 | James Marsh | The Yogi Firefighter

yogamovesyou — Wed, 10 Jan 2018 19:04:53 -0500

I really enjoyed speaking with James Marsh aka @yogi_firefighter on Instagram. He is very down to earth, and a family man. James sent me over the following notes. I am not editing them, because they show the sentiment in which he brings. He has humiity and is someone living his yoga and making it work in all areas of his life. And, now...hereeeeeeeeee's James!!!!

Hi, not sure what's needed or relevant but here goes.

My name is James Marsh, I live in the North West of England in a town called Wigan, situated several miles between Liverpool & Manchester. I'm 37 with a partner & 2 kids. Had several jobs over the years but kind of fell into the fire service working for Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service & have been here for about the past 16 years.After my application form was accepted I was called up for my first tests to get into the fire service which coincidentally was the same day as 9/11. So I remember that day as it was the day I started the process to become a firefighter. I was young, probably around 10 yrs when my gran first mentioned yoga yo me because of the way I was sat. Wasn't till I was in my 20s when I first started dabbling in a little toga but still didn't really start. P90X was when I first started doing routines & yogaX was when I got the bug. Still only played at it though for years. Last year is when I found IG Yoga & threw myself into it after suffering a prolapsed disc. Hope this is useful.

Episode 15 | Carlos Tao | The Superhero

yogamovesyou — Mon, 08 Jan 2018 17:11:20 -0500

Carlos Sanchez a.k.a Carlos Tao, wastes no time. He has had a very diverse life which has taken him from childhood alterboy, to worldwide yogi. Carlos considers himself and empath, and is prone and cool with crying(I am too). He feels more than the average person, and that is something that some people misunderstand. He went through different ways to cope with it throughout his childhood, all the way up into his twenties. Finally, he has arrived in true love for himself and others. Carlos had a quick entry into yoga. He moved so fast, that his second yoga class ever was a teacher training! He started teaching pretty quickly but wasn’t sure what the heck he was doing. Carlos completed his teacher training with one of the nicest, most committed people he has ever met. He was blown away with his style of teaching, simple philosophy, and the way he moved people with such precision, clarity and intelligence. Carlos felt something he hadn’t felt before. So, he started taking as many of his classes as he could, annoying him with questions and taking notes on everything. He wrote down everything, playing and exploring with it, doing his best to teach the little he understood. Eventually, his mentor(Jason Lawner) asked him to substitute for him (he was one of those teachers that was so unique that no one would come when he had a substitute). The students didn't show up for Carlos at the beginning, but eventually they did come and stayed. He begged him to let him sit in on his next training so he could learn as much as he could. He hadn’t answered so Carlos just showed up and his trainer had him sit with him and help out! He thought he was there to learn, but Jason was mentoring Carlos to help him. They became great friends and partners, developing and teaching trainings together in the US. He built a great reputation working with sports injuries and private clients dealing with spinal and various other injuries. They started discussing the way that yoga was being taught and the way they were teaching movement and alignment. There were things that they didn’t agree with. Carlos and Jason started exploring and adjusting the way they teach, and what their focus is. This has continued to develop and evolve not only in the way they talk about and teach alignment, but philosophy and life as well. Carlos has had quite the teaching journey, first teaching a full public schedule in Miami, as well as teaching internationally, before moving to Asheville, NC. He taught for a few months there before he moved to Bali for about a year. Carlos taught classes, trainings and workshops in Bali, as well as in North and South America, and around South East Asia. This year he will be back in the states, South America, Vietnam, Bali, Europe and wherever else the path takes him.

Connect with Carlos @carlostaomovement

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Episode 14 1/2 | Highlights | Thank You To Our Guests

yogamovesyou — Sun, 07 Jan 2018 21:40:45 -0500

Thank you so much for making “The Yoga Moves You Podcast” explode with growth! Since launching on November 30th, 2017, we have 700 downloads (when people literally download onto their devices), and 4,856 feed hits (when people play an episode). We love putting together all of this content, and the amazing guests we get to learn about!

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Episode 14 | Mary Sabo | I’d Hit Rock Bottom

yogamovesyou — Fri, 05 Jan 2018 21:44:35 -0500

It was about eight years ago that Mary was overhwlemed, in denial, and filled with fear. She was constantly in motion, partying too hard, and working even harder. Mary had no off switch, and was very depressed. She had hit rock bottom. Battling an alcohol addiction, and a dependency on anti-anxiety medication, she was engaging in all sorts of self-sabotaging behaviors. Mary had a horrible diet and no self-care. Instead of leading the fulfilling life she had always dreamed of, she was living day to day in unsatisfying jobs with no real sense of direction or purpose. Foggy and frazzled, she was stuck. Mary had no idea how to move forward, and what she truly wanted. She came across a quote that would change her life, "In the middle of the fear lies the existence of opportunity". Mary checked into rehab and onto recovery. She feels it is because of her recovery, not in spite of it, that she now has the opportunity to live a truly fulfilling life. Mary is on a mission to help people find yoga, both on and off the mat. She now understands the true meaning of self-love, from the inside out. Mary has no regrets about her path, and feels grateful to use her experiences to uplift others.

Mary-Sabo.com @the_singingyogi

Episode 13 | Megan From Mars

yogamovesyou — Mon, 01 Jan 2018 15:07:08 -0500

Meg Sangimino started her yoga journey in high school, but became more serious about her practice in college.

She was a nationally ranked javelin thrower in college and yoga helped with her core strength and flexibility. Yoga soon became a big part of managing the stress in her life as she graduated college and moved to Washington DC to work as a civil engineer. She believes in the power of her breath, in and out of her p [...]

Episode 12 | Lizzie Baxter | I Stopped Chasing

yogamovesyou — Thu, 28 Dec 2017 17:33:10 -0500

Since earning her RYT-200 certification, Lizzie has participated in several workshops-both as a teacher-and a student. Lizzie teaches a powerful Vinyasa flow with creative sequencing and focus on alignment. She pays special attention to the breath and how it is used in deep connection to the movements of the body. Because of her love and knowledge of Yin Yoga and deep stretch and its importance to a well-rounded yoga practice, she also incorporates a lot of long holds during the cool down to really open the joints and stretch the muscles and connective tissue. Lizzie discovered yoga at the age of 12 when she wandered into a yoga studio completely curious and open-minded. The studio owner asked her to get a permission slip signed and she came back the very next day ready to give it a try. The rest is history.

@lizzie_yogini

Episode 11 1/2 | Peter Sizemore | I’m The Rockstar

yogamovesyou — Tue, 26 Dec 2017 09:32:19 -0500

Peter Sizemore grew up in a small town in Gerogia. He knew he was special at an early age, when his momma told him so. During his youth, he played all sports, and was in his words, “#1″ at all of them. Peter connected with yoga after an overhwhelming amount of women asked him to teach. He listened to their call, and started to grow a following. You can find Peter teaching hot, sweaty classes with his shirt off. Peter is the owner of a hot yoga studio, which he claims is very hot, but not as hot as him. He teaches without a shirt, after surveys indicated his students demand it. Peter is an avid narcissist and has mirrors in his studio(primarily to stare at himself). We were honored to grab some of Peter’s time and find out more about his journey. There are no links to connect with Peter, but he explains how to find him in the podcast.

Episode 11 | Aubrie Pohl | Playing With Fire

yogamovesyou — Sun, 24 Dec 2017 14:39:43 -0500

Aubrie’s passion is to guide you towards the elevating, transcending, and uplifting journey of feeling your body with new intimacy, dancing to the rhythm of your soul, and discovering tangible methods of self-growth and empowerment. She is a life coach, yoga teacher, trainer, cancer survivor, and fire spinner who loves rad beats, growth mindset, and yoga. The first time she stepped onto a yoga mat was 9 years ago, and she credits yoga for helping her battle an eating disorder, build authentic self love, and create a strong yet flexible body. With over 15 certifications, she creates a space for you to set an intention of healing, exploring, and revamping who you are. It all begins with tuning into your body and breath.

Episode 10 | Nicole Duke | From Bikram Boss To Leader Of Love

yogamovesyou — Fri, 22 Dec 2017 13:40:45 -0500

Nicole Duke has been practicing Yoga for over 20 years. As a professional long distance runner sponsored by Cliff Bar she traveled all over the United States to race. Looking for a competitive edge mentally and physically she was turned onto Bikram Yoga. From the very first class she intuitively knew that this practice was so much more than physical and that she must incorporate Yoga into her training program. With no Bikram studio in her hometown she was only able to practice when she traveled and immediately started dreaming of building her own studio someday. Nicole was one of the very first certified Pilates instructors in Santa Cruz County Trained by the PhysicalMind Institute in both Mat and apparatus. She taught both privately and in many local gyms before opening her studio Balanced Body.

For over 15 years Nicole trained hundreds of clients and inspired the growth of the Pilates fitness craze in Santa Cruz. She Helped heal injuries, change bodies and minds and supported new instructors on their path towards leadership. As her Balanced Body business grew over the years she expanded from a small location in Santa Cruz to a beautiful studio in Aptos.

In 2006 Nicole life changed forever with the birth of her baby girl and life partner Nina Grace. Nina would then inspire even bigger things as Nicole's dream of creating a Hot Yoga studio was getting closer.. she realized the need to let something go to gain something new and sold Balanced Body in 2008 to a dear friend and apprentice Summer Doty. Summer then grew the studio into an amazing sanctuary of all things Pilates, Breathe Deeply. Nicole and Nina moved to Palm Springs for the vigorous and intense 9 week Bikram Yoga Teacher Training.

Nicole graduated in the summer of 2009 and Hot Yoga Aptos opened its doors in August of 2010. Nicole continued to travel and visit many teacher trainings to help lead and to teach thousands of new teachers. She has trained under some of the most knowledgable and influential Bikram instructors in the world and is forever grateful to the community for her success. Hot Yoga Aptos is now one of the most successful and innovative studiios in the world. In a huge leap of faith Nicole was one of the first Bikram Yoga studios to introduce Hot Pilates to her studio and within months following her success story hundreds of other Bikram studios across the country followed.

Nicole is an educator and widely recognized as one of the most inspirational teachers you will meet. She believes in the power of intention and in encouraging others to follow their dreams. Her mission is to inspire a body positive army of students who love hot yoga, pilates and positive thinking combined.

@nicyogi

Episode 9 | Erin Rose Ward | Dive Under The Water

yogamovesyou — Wed, 20 Dec 2017 13:32:33 -0500

Erin Ward strives to find out what it means to thrive and how to help others to do the same. Movement, breath, and meditation have evolved as her primary access points to freedom from suffering states of being.

Born and raised on the east coast, Erin defined herself early on as an athlete, spending most of her time on the basketball court, the lacrosse field, and the track. It was when she landed in NYC for college that her world turned upside down. Battling anxiety, Erin was baptized into the yoga practice and never looked back. She took solace in intentional movement and patient, meditative breathing. The yoga practice took her out of the mind chatter and into her body — physically, emotionally, and energetically. From a place of mental and emotional rock bottom, through the dedication of practice and perseverance, Erin emerged as a 750hr RYT yoga, meditation, breathwork teacher with a mission to make as big of an impact on the lives of the community as possible.

As a teacher and a writer, Erin looks for the weaving together of philosophy and practicality to foster a safe space for people to come, just as they are, move and breathe through whatever they’re going through, and tap into something bigger than their personal story. In her opinion, the linking of breath and movement is a poetry that carries us to a higher state.

Erin leads international retreats and is also one of the teachers for The Class by Taryn Toomey method. She currently lives in LA and has dreams of finding her perfect dog.

Episode 8 1/2 | Billy The Goat | Your Ass Is Grass!

yogamovesyou — Tue, 19 Dec 2017 17:00:40 -0500

Today, we had the chance to speak with one of the rising stars of Goat Yoga, Billy The Goat! He’s very busy, and cannot thank him enough for a brief slice of his time!

Episode 8 | Melissa Fiorenza | Don’t Treat Them Like An Automobile

yogamovesyou — Sat, 16 Dec 2017 17:48:28 -0500

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Melissa has been an integral part of Charlotte’s yoga community for the past 7 years instructing in studios, homes, schools, and gyms. Helping students of all ages along their journey of self-exploration and ownership of their growth and learning is ever present in Melissa’s instruction. As a former high school art teacher, she has long loved the environment of education.

Prior to becoming an instructor, she helped form the all-female roller derby league, Charlotte Roller Girls. She, along with other passionate, tough ladies, skated and competed in the sport for five years. As the league’s trainer, she incorporated yoga for injury prevention and strength building and soon, there was a natural pull towards a daily yoga practice and study. She earned her 200hr E-RYT certification through Y2 Yoga in Charlotte.
Melissa is a painter, photographer and animal lover. She is newly married and has two step children, vivacious 8-year-old twins.

She teaches at VIBE5 FItness in Charlotte, NC

Episode 7 | Erica Whitman | Find Your Weirdos

yogamovesyou — Thu, 14 Dec 2017 11:34:18 -0500

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My name is Erica Whitman! I'm 32 years old and have been a been a yoga instructor for 8+ years now, with my 200 hour YTT.

My yoga journey began back when I was 16! I was always active growing up, but my interests were always on self motivating sports! I was in gymnastics for 8 years as a child. Then I progressed into diving for a year, and then at 16 I turned to yoga! It seemed natural for me! I loved flexibility, and strengthening my body! I took classes for a year, and by 17 I was actually teaching by donation at the local legion. I had no training for this, but surprisingly I had about 7-8 woman a class come and let me teach them! At 17 that was pretty cool, and sparked my interest for the future!

I lost touch with my yoga journey for a few years during college. I gained my freshman 20.... got married, and gained another newly wed 30. By the time I was 23 I was unhappy and uncomfortable in my body. I knew I needed a change, and this was when yoga became a huge part of my life again. I signed up for my YTT At the Yandara Yoga institute in Baja Mexico, and went on to complete my 200 course in an 16 day intensive program that was amazing!

Since my training, I have been teaching classes weekly, in addition to my regular job (Massage Therapist), as well as some private and one on one classes.

I also have a self practice daily, and am very into my Instagram yoga page, where I get to combine my love of yoga, with art, and photography! It's been a wonderful way to meet and encourage other like minded yogis out there.

My future as a yogi? To continue to always work on my self, and my practice! To motivate and encourage others to incorporate yoga into their lives!

I'm also combining my jobs of massage and yoga, and taking my Thai Yoga Massage course in February.

Namaste

IG: @erica_whitman

Email: erica_whitman@hotmail.com

Episode 6 | Hiral Viras | Now Is The Time

yogamovesyou — Tue, 12 Dec 2017 17:39:37 -0500

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I'm a 500RYT with a teaching experience of 6 years (India and USA combined). I completed my TTC from Mysore, India. The school is called yogadarshanam. Teaching yoga is my passion and chosen path and I currently teach beginner and Intermediate level Vinyasa. My education encomposses Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Yoga therapy, Mantra Chanting, Pranayama and Meditation.

I owned a yoga studio in Mumbai before moving to Chicago. So, I'm well versed with the business side of yoga. I have also conducted yoga retreats at Talalla yoga retreat Centre in Sri Lanka and silent meditation yoga retreats in North India. I’m looking at partnering with other yogis who might be willing to cohost retreats with me as I’m quite keen to enter that space...Let's connect!

Instagram: @yogainchicago

Email: hiralvyas101@gmail.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swadhyaay/

Availability for teaching: Please contact to discuss

Episode 5 | Amanda Josie | The Humble Warrior

yogamovesyou — Sat, 09 Dec 2017 12:57:53 -0500

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I’ve found my life’s passion through the daily practice of yoga, and I look forward to sharing this journey with you. Inspired by the Rocket and Ashtanga Vinyasa flow, all of my classes have an emphasis on connecting breath with movement. Flow classes, also known as vinyasa flow classes, are generally faster paced than most other class types to help you build heat, strength and flexibility. Repeating a series of flowing postures between longer holds of static postures, movement is coordinated with breath. When the opportunity presents itself, I spice up my classes with some inversions and inversion preps. To close the class, we’ll transition into some cooling poses and a guided Yoga Nidra style savasana. Class temperature is on the warmer side around 75 - 80 degrees. No incense are burned.

Growing up, I never experienced the power of mindfulness, self-awareness, and “the now”. Yoga changed all of that for me. In 2012, after enrolling in a college Hatha Yoga and Philosophy course, I began the daily practice of Hatha yoga. I studied intensely in the yoga sutras and quickly found a sincere interest in Ayurveda. My life was forever changed when I began incorporating the Ayurvedic lifestyle into my daily routine. As my spiritual practice grew, I continued to integrate yoga off the mat, exploring many of the physical styles of yoga including, Power yoga, Hot yoga, Iyengar, Restorative, Prana Flow, Rocket, and Ashtanga. With a background in dance and gymnastics, I fell in love with Rocket and Ashtanga so much that I’ve developed a strong daily Ashtanga practice. In Spring 2015, to deepen my personal practice, I decided to further my studies through Yoga District’s 200 Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) training. RYT has inspired me to share this beautiful practice with the community through private instruction, workshops, and group classes. With a thirst for knowledge and to deepen my sadhana, I️ continue to study under many different teachers such as John Schumacher in Iyengar, Faith Simeca in Ashtanga, Dharma Mittra in Dharma to name a few. With an aspiration to connect with the world I continuously seek innovative ways to foster a sense of community in my classes and through the practice of yoga. I truly believe that if we all were more self-aware, if we all worked towards self-realization, the world would be much more equanimous, connected, and at peace. I do my best to share this light in hopes of bringing the world closer together, one breath at a time. Check out Amanda on Instagram @Amandamarieyogi Facebook/Amandamarieyogi

Episode 4 | Talkin’ Goats with YogiTones | Tony Baker & Andrew Gordon

yogamovesyou — Thu, 07 Dec 2017 14:09:16 -0500

Hey! It's Andrew, and this time I play the guest on a podcast! My friend Tony and I discuss the different opportunities that may cross your path.

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Andrew Gordon is back on the show! This time we talk goat yoga and the other interesting opportunities that yoga studio owners get, this episode we stay pretty focused on goats. Great episode if you want to get into goat, or any kind of animal yoga. Andrew started practicing yoga in 2002 and fell in love right away. After working 10 years as a radio host and getting his Masters in Education, he turned to yoga looking for an answer and a purpose. Yoga helped him lose 60lbs and lower his cholesterol/blood pressure from life-threatening numbers, to optimal health. As his practice grew, a friend encouraged him to do Yoga Teacher Training. The decision to do the training changed him forever. Listen in to what he has to share about goats and how this can fit and work within the yoga studio!

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Episode 3 | Nina Jarnum | Be Your Own Guru

yogamovesyou — Tue, 05 Dec 2017 15:40:21 -0500

Although Danish born and raised. Nina's yoga journey started 15 years ago whilst living in England, as a means to counter-act what years of competitive horse riding had done to her body. She is now living in the beautiful California Wine Country just north of San Francisco and is a Yoga Alliance certified yoga teacher trained in Hatha and Smart Flow. Always seeking a deeper understanding of yoga and movement. Nina's continual education with Annie Carpenter is ongoing. Nina is a self-con fessed anatomy geek, but likes bending the rules and cha II enge yoga dogma. Her approach to asana is based on bio-mechanic intelligence and curiosity blended with classic yoga principles, which has resulted in her very own dynamic and unique style. She is known for her ability to break down handstands and arm balances. a subject on which she has taught works hops in Europe, Asia and the US. Nina works from the principle that asana is a union of strength. flexibility, balance and breath, but also thinks it imperative to inject playfulness and fun into her practice and teaching. Her teaching is about personal empowerment. developing body intelligence and creating awe. amazement and gratefulness for your own body and its cap ab ii ities. Nina aims to give her students strong. safe practices, which includes them understanding and respecting their unique body. She works from the concept that we are al I our own guru: Her job as a teacher is to introduce you to your own power and help you find peace and presence through movement.

Facebook: Nina Jarnum Yoga IG: @ninajarnumyoga website: www.ninajarnumyoga sign up to newsletter: http://eepurl.com/c-IH_L

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Episode 2 1/2 | Constant and Variables

yogamovesyou — Mon, 04 Dec 2017 13:52:59 -0500

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Episode 2 | Daun Jones | Observe, Observe, Observe!

yogamovesyou — Fri, 01 Dec 2017 18:06:30 -0500

I became interested in yoga as a way of balancing the physical routine of training for marathons and triathlons. I soon discovered the deeper, mindful benefits of a regular yoga practice. With a desire to help others experience both mental and physical wellness, I pursued yoga teacher training, graduating in 2014 as an RYT-200 from Evolution Yoga NC. I remain committed to continuing my education in various forms of yoga and holistic health.

In the journey of yoga and life, I am tremendously grateful to the teachers and mentors who opened my understanding and assisted my progress. I strive to pass on the support, compassion and generosity modeled by my husband and children to everyone I have the privilege of guiding in a yoga practice.

My classes weave breath and movement with tuning in to the body’s deep inner wisdom and self-expression. I encourage the connection between mind, body and spirit through subtle alignment, hands-on assists and meaningful sequencing.

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Episode 1 | Terrie Reeves | Breathe With Your Students

yogamovesyou — Wed, 29 Nov 2017 13:31:15 -0500

Terrie has personal trained athletes of all types for over 20 years and believes yoga is one of the most powerful and healing forms of movement. She is Yoga Alliance Certified with over 3,000 teaching hours, is a three time National Aerobics Champion, was invited to the White House to help launch the inaugural National Fitness Day with Arnold Schwarzenegger, and has produced over 7 National Fitness videos, one with legendary boxer, Sugar Ray Leonard.

She is a pioneer in the world of wellness, founding Wellness Coalition America (WCA) in 2003, a health advocacy company dedicated to promoting total body wellness. She anchored a weekly segment on News 14 for over 5 years called, Train For Life reaching a viewing audience of 2.5 million.

She recently launched Empower Health, America (EHA) in November 2014. EHA is an organization dedicated to helping people make more informed choices regarding their health and total Ideal Being.

Terrie’s yoga journey began in 1999, thanks to Grace Morales, one of Charlotte’s first yoga teachers. She started practicing Ashtanga in a tiny heated room while listening to David Swenson on tape. A year later she started teaching Hot 26 classes for Grace at Charlotte Yoga. From that moment on, she knew she had found a new passion…teaching yoga. Terrie has a smashup fitness background including, dance, gymnastics, competitive aerobics, martial arts, and has taught about every type of organized exercise class possible, to include providing over two decades of personal training. However, she believes that nothing holds a candle to yoga because in her words, “you can improve your flexibility, strength, balance, posture, body awareness and overall cardiovascular strength but what you will soon realize is there is so much more to yoga.” Her love for yoga continues to grow deeper as her practice evolves. Terrie says, “Yoga is teaching me the importance of slowing down, that life is a process, that my best is good enough and that connecting to my breath, my thoughts and my emotions allow me to be more fully present and in doing that I can live a more connected purposeful life.” “Yoga is moving meditation to me and I feel grateful every time I get to guide one person or 100 people through a yoga practice. Yoga is a journey of the mind, body and heart. There is no end…just new possibilities every time you roll out your mat.”

Teaching style: Balanced, upbeat and tailored to the type of class or person she is teaching. She provides options to advanced yogis to go deeper in their postures while also providing modifications so everyone feels comfortably challenged on their mat. She says, “I love putting together cool music mixes, classes and one-on-one sessions that are designed to challenge the body, open the heart and calm the mind. I teach from my heart and have a sincere desire to help people achieve their personal best on and off the mat.”

Terrie reflects on her yoga journey and gives credit to all of the yogis who have influenced her along the way. “I am blessed to be a teacher but value the importance of being a student as well, so I respectfully give credit to the many wonderful teachers that have inspired and influenced me over the years. Grace Morales, Johnna Smith, Suzanne Bergen, Tanner Bazemore, Baron Baptiste, Brian Kest, Shiva Rea and (Kancho) Cameron Shayne. I have learned that in order to continue to grow you must have desire, an open heart and an open mind.”

Terrie also does Yoga Therapy sessions at Charlotte Sports Performance center.

Email: Terrie.trainforlife@gmail.com
Twitter: @TerrieReeves
Instagram: @TerrieEReeves
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/TerrieEReeves
Website: EmpowerHealthAmerica.com

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