At ๐๐๐ฅ๐ข ๐๐จ๐ ๐ ๐๐๐ก๐จ๐จ๐ฅ, we bring you the incredible ๐๐๐ง๐๐๐ข๐ญ๐ฌ ๐จ๐ ๐๐ก๐๐ง๐ฎ๐ซ๐๐ฌ๐๐ง๐. This ๐๐จ๐ฐ ๐๐จ๐ฌ๐ not only strengthens your body but also opens the gateway to flexibility and vitality. Join us as we explore the beauty of this transformative asana. ๐๐งโโ๏ธ๐๏ธ
In Full Bloom: A Zen Pinktober with Azaree was a multisensory art experience to celebrate nature and womenโs wellness. Pinktober events are typically centered around fighting breast cancer, but we decided to host an evening highlighting the healing effects of being in nature, stimulating nature photography and the nurturing essence of sisterhood and female friendships, a cherished part of our culture that we very much like to hold dear. After all, weโre lovers not fighters.
As an immersive art experience, Theia Coffee house couldnโt have been a more perfect venue. Nestled in a corner of airport residential area surrounded by lush grape vines, it felt like we had been transported to a healing garden, the source of wellness itself. Framed within the exhibit were captivating photographs showcasing the beauty of yellow, vibrant tickseed flowers, flaming red hibiscus, striking fuchsia dahlias, a cool orange rose, a bright yellow sunflower, and the bold Egyptian star cluster. Arranged within metallic grids adorned with interlaced green vines and fresh yellow roses, the display itself was a masterpiece, setting a perfect backdrop for capturing fabulous photos throughout the entire evening.
The event began with a nostalgic coloring session using crayons and color pencils. We collaborated with our very talented artist, Aba Wallace, and created a vision board inspired art work. It included a variety of goals any modern woman dreams of achieving: physical and emotional wellness, financial success, healthy family bonds, and the virtues of spiritual and mental wellbeing. The ladies dived into coloring these dreams, forging new friendships while subtly imprinting these aspirations. Who knew coloring could be a gateway to both new bonds and goal-reaching power? Well psychology did, and we listened!
Following the coloring, we delved right into a thrilling mix and sip session. Here, the ladies learned the art of crafting their own cocktails; armed with fresh homemade honey, mint, sliced kiwi, zesty lemon, and a medley of juices like watermelon, pineapple, and orange. They created their own delicious, all-natural mocktails! This session was so immersive and the girls loved every bit of being mixologists for the night. Proud of their masterpieces, we were totally delighted to have been a part of such a unique and creative experience.
Finally, we had a cozy and incredibly insightful conversation with some of the ladies, focusing on diverse holistic methods to enhance our health and overall well-being. Kicking off the panel was Ivy Enyonam, an avid plant lover. Our chat centered on the surprising similarities between our lives and plants, highlighting how tending to them can mirror our self-care practices. Indoor plants go beyond mere decoration! They purify our air, enhance our breathing and sleep quality, and even bring a soothing touch to our mental and emotional balance. Our simple advice? Start with a small potted plant and witness the positive impact it can have on your life โ it's a gentle step towards a healthier lifestyle!
We had Sharon, a dietitian, and Maame Yaa, a medical doctor and aesthetician, join our panel to dive into discussions about healthy diets and proper skincare. They emphasized the importance of hydration and shared some very practical tips. They suggested drinking around half a liter of water every two hours to maintain good hydration, totaling around 3 liters daily. Sharon also shared a nifty trick to check hydration levels: pinch the skin on your arm, if it bounces back, you're good to go! But if you're regularly sipping your water and minding your business, then I donโt think you have anything to worry about!
We also had an in depth conversation about healthy eating and to summarize, a simple way to envision a healthy plate, would be to think of dividing it into four equal parts: one for grains, another for vegetables, one for protein, and the last for fruits. In terms of skincare, we learned to prioritize good hygiene, avoid harsh oils and skin-lightening products, and always conduct thorough research before trying new products. Understanding the impact of genetics on our skin also helped us ease up on unrealistic expectations and potential damage. Oh, and never forget: sunscreen is your friend!
Finally, we had Ama, our fit and flexible yoga instructor, who enlightened us about the phenomenal mental and physical benefits of regular body movement and stretching. Our bodies thrive when they're in motion, and even simple stretches during our workday can make a remarkable difference in our overall health.
It was an incredible Pinktober event, radiating vibrant feminine energy through the sea of pink hues and flowing silks. Throughout the night, we absorbed a wealth of knowledge, shared laughter, and felt rejuvenated. The focus on holistic living, guided by discussions with the experts left us eager to embrace healthier, cancer-free lifestyles while nurturing our connections and friendships. It was a delight to witness everyone enthusiastically embracing the journey toward wellness and forming stronger, more supportive bonds with one another in this empowering all-women event.
So it's been almost three weeks after the challenge ended. I haven't made any videos lately because I GOT SICK! I went on a cheezit bender, worked too much that week and then my kids stressed me out way more than usual and I could feel the mucus forming ๐ฉ๐ท I wasn't completely out but my sinuses wouldn't let me be great. The pollen here in Atlanturrrrr has been quite nasty too... a perfect recipe for lowered immunity. Anyway, I don't think I've gained any weight. I'm still going for walks every day, I haven't drank any alcohol and I try to drink the same amount of water daily. I take a picture here and there and mostly stick to the plant based diet.
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โก๏ธ Practicing this asana gives strength to your chest, ankles, hips, and legs.
โก๏ธ This asana increases your metabolism and helps in weight loss
โก๏ธ It gives your groin, abdominal organs, and thighs a good stretch.
โก๏ธ Your posture is improved, and balance is increased.
โก๏ธ It leads to improved digestion.
I am loved I am enough Day 5: A pose that makes you realize that you need to be kinder to yourself; a pose youโre working on.โฃ๏ธ I will forever be working on backbends ๐ #AloLovingKindness Kindness makes a world of difference to others. But, how often do we show kindness to ourselves? How can we foster self-love and kindness through our daily practice? Join us as we celebrate acts of kindness week. Together we will share, through our poses and practice, how we can be kinder to ourselves and spread that awareness within our community. โฃ๏ธ Day 6: A pose that helps your to recognize your inner strengths โฃ๏ธ Day 7: A pose that you are able to finally show Grace to yourself & smile in (Letโs see those cheeserโs ๐ฌ๐๐ค) โฃ๏ธ Day 8: A pose that expresses your love for your practice and for yourself โค๏ธ Hosts: @arwenrising @missbyoga @katymiyayogi @cydne.grindel.yoga @themoniquestephanie @yogajeannee Sponsors: @aloyoga @alomoves How to play: ๏ปฟ๏ปฟ๏ปฟFollow all hosts and sponsors ๏ปฟ๏ปฟ๏ปฟUse the #AloLovingKindness ๏ปฟ๏ปฟ๏ปฟRepost this flyer and tag some friends to join! ๏ปฟ๏ปฟ๏ปฟPost a picture each day ๏ปฟ๏ปฟ๏ปฟSet your profile to public so we can see #camelpose #yogainstagram #yogainstructor #yogateacher #yogateachers #yogapractice #igyogis #aloyogachallenge #igyogachallenge #yogamom #yogisofinstagram #backbend #backbends #yogashapes https://www.instagram.com/p/CoSI2Lzr7Qo/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
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My Education Part 1 Every year I ask myself this question - who am I as a fitness professional, which direction Iโm going to, am I evolving? When I start talking about my education I find it important to mention that I have MS in teaching the English language and literature to the Russian speaking people. My second diploma was BS in Business Administration, and I had 3 months to complete it and finish my thesis, I dropped off as it coincided with my moving to Mexico and back then moving to Mexico seemed more important to me. New country challenged me to seek new ways of working, in Ukraine I had only office jobs and as I wasnโt speaking Spanish at the beginning I couldnโt find an office job. Yoga helped me to cope with this challenge and also showed me the way. I started practicing and learning it more and more until in 2013 I got certified as a yoga teacher in India (500 hrs) and then in 2014-2015 certified teacher in Mexico (200hrs) plus started giving yoga classes to people in yoga studios and gyms in Mexico in Spanish. Along with the certificates Iโve visited yoga retreats and workshops all over the world. To name a few - my first retreat was with Guru Dev Singh in Mexico City, it was amazing meditation and deep dive into Kundalini yoga. Satnam Rasayan. Then I visited Florida, USA for White Tantra, India for singing meditation retreat, Colombia, Italy, Indonesia, and of course Mexico. Iโve been to gong meditation courses, aerial yoga, yoga healing courses, vinyasa yoga, Iyengar yoga, therapeutic yoga, aerial yoga, alignment yoga, yoga for runners workshops, etc. Follow for part 2 next week ๐ #education #yoga #yogateacher #traveling #careerchange #onlinefitnesscoach #fitnessprofessional #yogainstructor https://www.instagram.com/p/Cm_orl0rPEW/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
Today was the last day of the challenge. I decided to keep going even though I had a couple of slip-ups, mainly diet related. Even with that part I still was at 94% success with my cheez its and birthday cake I had a couple of times. The old lady change (aka MENOPAUSE) decided to pull up and I'm not able to eat as much because of the related digestive system changes. So today and yesterday, I had one regular meal, one smoothie and when I thought I was going to starve to death, some cheez its because it's all I happened to have in the car ๐ฅด. I don't think I am going to start all over again just yet but there are some aspects that I will continue. I may have to find some AA groups to meet people who have the same struggles as me. I like the outside exercises and drinking a lot more water than before. The diet part and the full hour and a half for workouts was the most challenging part and I didn't love taking pictures of myself either.