Discover easy, fun, and practical ways to stay motivated in your yoga practice. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned yogi, these 7 tips will keep you flowing with joy and purpose—no guilt trips, just good vibes.

Have you ever felt like you're running on empty? Like your body is changing faster than you can keep up with—and no one gave you the rulebook? If you’re in the thick of perimenopause or menopause, you’re probably navigating a wave of symptoms that make everyday life feel harder than it should: disrupted sleep, mood swings, fatigue, anxiety, hot flashes (hello!), and a deep, aching desire to feel like yourself again. Here’s the truth, friend: you’re not alone. And you don’t have to go through this season burnt out, overwhelmed, or disconnected from your body. A yoga retreat can be more than just a getaway—it can be the reset your mind, body, and heart have been craving.

Discover how Slow Yoga can ease stress, balance hormones, and support healing for women in perimenopause and menopause. Find out how to begin your practice and join us online or at our Mizata destination retreat!

Spring is here!

Spring is here, friend! 🌸 And if you’re anything like me, this season has you craving a fresh start—longer days, lighter energy, and a serious shake-off-the-winter-blues kind of reset. The best way to step into spring feeling refreshed, energized, and totally aligned? Yoga. Think of it like spring cleaning for your body and mind. Ready to ditch the sluggishness and breathe in some new energy? Let’s do it. Here are five simple ways yoga can help you hit the reset button this season.

Whether you are searching for tranquility or trying to stay active, practicing yoga has a ton of benefits both physically and mentally:  Improves Flexibility: Yoga enhances flexibility by stretching and lengthening muscles, increasing your range of motion allowing you to reduce the risk of injuries and maintain mobility as you age. Enhance Strength: Yoga builds strength through holding poses and practicing balance, which engages various muscle groups. Better Posture: Yoga promotes alignment and balance, which helps in maintaining good posture, which reduces strain on the spine and muscles, minimizing discomfort and improving body alignment. Stress Reduction: Yoga incorporates breathing techniques and meditation that calm the nervous system and reduce stress levels. Improved Mental Clarity: The mindfulness and meditative aspects of yoga help in clearing the mind and enhancing focus. Enhanced Balance and Coordination: Yoga poses that require balance help strengthen stabilizing muscles and improve coordination. Increased Energy Levels: Regular yoga practice can boost energy and vitality through improved circulation and relaxation. Better Sleep Quality: Yoga practices, especially those focusing on relaxation, can improve sleep patterns and quality, helping with immune function, mood regulation, and cognitive function. Enhanced Respiratory Function : Yoga emphasizes deep, controlled breathing that strengthens the lungs and improves respiratory efficiency. Pain Relief : Yoga can alleviate chronic pain conditions such as lower back pain, arthritis, and headaches through gentle stretching and strengthening. Improved Circulation : Yoga helps in boosting blood flow and circulation throughout the body supporting heart health and promotes overall well-being. Emotional Balance : Yoga helps regulate mood through the release of endorphins and by promoting a sense of inner peace. Digestive Health : Certain yoga poses stimulate digestion and can aid in relieving issues like bloating and constipation. Community and Connection : Joining yoga classes fosters a sense of community and connection with others who share similar health goals. Our fellow yogis are a great testament to this!