• What made you come to your first class?

I was looking to integrate restorative movement/exercise  into my routine. I was lifting heavy at the time and always felt tight and sore. I also wanted an outlet to decompress and detox. Hot yoga sounded like the perfect solution to me.       

• How often do you practice with Sol?

In the studio I have been practicing a few times a week, and I feel best when it is at least 3x a week. If I can’t get in the studio to practice, I make sure to take moments in my day to be still, meditate,  self reflect, consciously breathe, and be mindful. I love to do this with red light therapy and lavender incense  at home during the winter months.

• What keeps you coming back to practice with Sol?

The calm and reset I feel afterward, physically and mentally. My body and mind are softer. My mind is more quiet. 

• Have you noticed any benefits to your personal or professional life as result of your yoga practice with Sol?

I’ve noticed more mindfulness and I am less reactive. I can be more present and self reflective. I’m experiencing more gratitude and appreciation for little moments with family and friends.  It has helped with previous experience of burnout. I also have learned tools to help my patients as a nurse practitioner. I recommend my patients integrate restorative and self care practices like  yoga, meditation, and self-care.

• What’s your favorite yoga class with Sol?

At first it was vinyasa because I was used to pushing my body with cardio and strength in the past. I felt like the harder the workout, the better for me. Now, I like them both equally. Hatha gives me balance , a calm feeling, and clarity. And I’ve learned to appreciate that. 

• What’s your favorite yoga posture in Sol’s lineup?

I think pigeon is my favorite. I feel like it really helps me  to open my hips and release tension/stiffness while also helping me find length. Im able to breathe in the posture with my entire body (front and back). It just feels so relaxing!

• What’s your favorite thing about practicing with Sol?

My favorite thing about practicing with Sol is there is never any pressure to be a certain way. The practice meets you where you are without judgement. Its okay if each day or season of life is different for you. Sol allows you to practice with no pressure to be perfect.