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Too often, people exercise because they are unhappy with their body image or want to a achieve a certain weight goal, but exercise has benefits so far beyond weight loss. Forget about the unrealistic body image and value our society puts on looks. Instead, think about you. Think about how YOU feel, without outside factors. Think about where it fits into your life and what you want to get out of it. Here are just a few key benefits of exercise beyond the scale:    Improves Mood and Brain Health  Exercise has been proven to be a huge factor in helping...

As we start off a new year, let’s talk about reflection and goal setting. We often don’t reflect on the progress we’ve made on the way to our goals, so it’s time to remind yourself that it's about the journey, not the destination.  When reflecting on the last year, the last two while we’re at it, it’s so easy to get caught in the negative. All of the pain, loss, fear, fighting, and turmoil our world has been in. But what about the good? What are you grateful to have in your life right now, what are you grateful about...

I started this company because I’m passionate about mindfulness, and mindful movement. I’ve worked in the corporate wellness setting for years and been blessed with the ability to touch individual lives and help ignite change in people. I want to continue to do this through Mavela. And although I hope my mats do inspire you, I want to be able to CONNECT with the community of this brand, and I want to help ignite self discovery and growth to individuals once again.  This retreat also allows me to deepen my practice and share it with others. People always say yoga...

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, it’s important to pause and recognize that November is the month to show gratitude! Let’s slow down and give thanks for everything we have this month. Actively showing gratitude can help better your attitude and happiness as well as the attitudes and happiness of those around you. Here are a few ways you can practice showing gratitude this month: Say Thank You Don’t forget to thank others! Thank them for their time, their effort, their friendship, or whatever they provide to your life.  Pay It Forward  Did something good happen for you? Pay it...