Humans have long known that we somehow exist as a separate entity other than our physical selves. The ethereal concept of the soul is present throughout ancient religious, philosophical, and mythological traditions. Composed of the incorporeal essence of a living human being, the soul is considered to be the divinity of an individual’s highest being, […]

In honour of International Yoga Day, let’s explore an ancient kind of yoga that you may have heard of – a deeply relaxing practice known as Yoga Nidra. Often described as effortless relaxation, this restful style of yoga facilitates transformations through existing consciously between the states of wakefulness and sleep. This internal awareness allows for […]

Everyone starts at ground zero I think one of the biggest lessons I’m learning in the gym right now is that most people are self-taught. Every person you think looks the best, looks like they know what they’re doing, was once upon a time, a beginner. They started doing something they thought would be interesting, […]

I would race home from my 9am-5pm job, throw my work bag down, and rush to change into my yoga gear. Practically sprinting to the studio, I would make it just in time for the 5:45pm class with beads of sweat dripping down my face as I checked in. Missing my favorite yoga class wasn’t […]

I think the most under-valued part of being a kinesiologist is helping people navigate the myriad of health information out in the cyber-world (and in the “grapevine”). Many of my clients come to me with questions and confusion about how to do a home workout, how to diet properly, how to practice good overall fitness, […]