YogaWorks Teacher Training: Week 1

YogaWorks Teacher Training: Week 1

When I signed up for the YogaWorks Intensive Teacher Training with Chrissy Carter, I knew it was going to be like a bootcamp, but I had no idea how much work was really involved.  Four weeks of a 200 hour teacher training, as opposed to a five month period (which is what many do) appealed to me, because like most New Yorkers, I like checking things off of my list and moving forward.  Thanks anxiety.  My intentions going into the training were to put yoga first, but of course still keep up my full time freelance career (pitching, writing, pitching, writing), blog and health coaching homework (I graduate IIN in March).   With those expectations set for myself, I came home three nights this week full of tears.  

Fit Test: Bar Method

Fit Test: Bar Method

Bar Method opened in Hoboken, so as you can imagine I've been diligently practicing my tucks and pulses.  As someone who's taken barre classes on and off for years now all over the city, I've found that while they all share common goals, each company has their own strengths.  With Bar Method, the super tiny movements and breathing exercises have already begun proving their effectiveness by sculpting and carving out my muscles just the way I want them.  Yes, I know change doesn't happen over night, but we're moving in the right direction here.

My Week of Wellness at Canyon Ranch

Whether you're looking for a relaxing vacation, to make healthy changes in your life or to do a bit of soul searching, Canyon Ranch is the place to go.  I had the opportunity to visit the prestigious wellness retreat located in Lenox, Massachusetts with my best friend, Adrienne, and couldn't wait to get home and write a review. Now, home in NYC, I'm still glowing and trying my hardest to maintain the positive energy and healthy lifestyle I embraced there the best I can.  

Fit Test: M.O.V.E. Fit NJ

Fit Test: M.O.V.E. Fit NJ

Since it's now bikini season I have to tell you guys about the workout that I've been dedicated to for the past five months – strength training.  That's right, I've been working out like a beast at MOVE Fit NJ in Hoboken with owners and trainers, Jarrett and Michele Hahn.  

Fit Test: Barry's Boot Camp

Friday happy hours now include putting my endurance to the test at Barry’s Boot Camp with my best friend.  I’ve been curious about it for a long time now, but at the same time have been avoiding it like the plague, because anything with “boot camp” in the title doesn’t sound fun.  But hey, it's Memorial Day Weekend and thing just need to get a little... tighter!  Here's the real deal about Barry's.