Making Summer Sizzle

"Alone we can do so little; Together we can do so much." ~Helen Keller

Greetings!

Thank you to all that attended our special events in July. We had a packed house for Creating a Winning Mindset with Carisa Rasmussen, and met many new friends at Ladies Night Out, hosted by Olson Chiropractic. We are excited to host two Mind and Body Bootcamps in August; RSVP and check out more information below.

In addition to the Bootcamp info, this issue also discusses our next fitness challenge-- "Madonna Arms". The end goal is 3 minutes of "Madonna Arms" and 15 Chaturanga push ups. It might not sound like much, but it is tough and effective. Show off your pipes this summer after completing this killer upper body challenge!

You'll also learn more about strengthening your yoga practice through intention setting and meet instructor Nicole Roddy. Happy reading!

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The Body Achieves What The Mind Believes

Setting Intentions

Intentions are an important part of practicing yoga. Not only do they give purpose to our practice, but they also keep us focused on an overall goal. Setting an intention at the beginning of a yoga class helps you get the most out of your time on the mat. Revisit this intention throughout your session; allowing it to deepen your breath and strengthen your movements. Purposeful intentions help focus your mind and calm your body, creating a powerful link between the two.

If you have trouble finding an intention that works for you, here are a few suggestions to start:

I am grateful

I am at peace

I am aware

I am awake

I am love

I am the light and the light is me

I am strong

Try setting an intention before your next practice and see how it can carry you through your session, and your day.

July Fitness Challenge: "Madonna Arms"

This challenge focuses on strengthening your arms and upper body. The goal is 3 minutes of "Madonna Arms" and 15 Chaturanga Push Ups.

"Madonna Arms" include: small arm circles (both directions), tiny pulses palm up and down, half bicep curls and full bicep curls.

Chaturanga Push Up Reminders:

Start in plank position, arms and body straight, shoulders over wrists, core engaged and gaze out in front of the mat.

Exhale, bending to the elbows, keeping your body engaged and arms hugged tight to your body

Return to starting position and repeat

View the Madonna Arm Challenge Schedule

Mind and Body Bootcamps

Join us for two special Mind and Body Bootcamp events in August! Let us help you center your mind and tone your body as we raise money for a good cause. Our instructors will lead you through a yoga practice and meditative stretch while triathlete Mandy Stoesz will motivate through cardio activities.

We are offering two different dates with varying programs. Cost is $20 per session and a portion of the proceeds will go toward Bounce Travels Bunk Bed project. Refreshments and prizes included; please RSVP!

Sunday, August 6th 6:00

Located at The Fire Within Studio

45 Minute Yoga/Barre Blend

2 Mile run/jog/walk

30 Minute Mindful Movement

Sunday, August 27th, 6:00

Located at Sturges Park

45 Minute Yoga Sculpt

45 Minute Internal Training

30 Minute Mindful Movement

RSVP Now

Meet Instructor Nicole Roddy

My yoga journey began in 2013, shortly after relocating to MN from the mountains of Colorado. I attended my first hot yoga class and was convinced EVERYONE needed yoga in their life! I immediately began practicing every day, diving deeper and deeper into my own yoga studies.

I was certified with my 200 RYT through Core Power Studios – Yoga Alliance in December of 2014. I currently guide Vinyasa and Candlelight classes at STMA Community Education, The Fire Within Yoga in Buffalo, and most recently, Red Door Yoga in Little Falls. I also have the honor of guiding online classes to members of a private Building Strength & Confidence Program, that a friend of mine, Carisa Rasmussen, built. Receiving my BuTi Yoga Certification in November of 2016 was a fabulous, fun, last-minute decision I made, and am eager to bring that into the studio in the near future.

I am an adventurous, open minded individual that decided to take my passions of fitness, food, nutrition, and overall health & wellness to the next level. Owner and founder of Roddy’s Remedies, LLC, I am a traveling free spirit who is all about helping others live their healthiest lives through yoga and clean eating. I enjoy incorporating Young Living Essential Oils into my practice and sessions I guide, as well as every day life. You can find me on multiple social media apps under Roddy’s Remedies, LLC. Please don’t hesitate to reach out so we can connect – both on and off our mats! ~ Namaste

Visit Nicole at The Fire Within when she teaches Vinyasa Yoga on Tuesday mornings at 7:30 and 9:00 am.

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