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About yogajolie

I'm a work in progress. Give me a sunny day at the beach followed by a late afternoon thunderstorm. My flip flops and running shoes somehow find rank and file among the melee of Manolos and high boots in my closet. I think finding bliss on a yoga mat is sheer happiness, but also enjoy lacing up and suffering...just a little bit...on a long run. Maybe this comes from my start in life. It began in Chicago, but we spent weekends and summers in a small beach town in Southwest Michigan. City mouse meets country mouse. Yin and yang. Juxtaposition. Balance. I'm fiercely independent, but after thirty-some-odd years on this planet realized that I'm also a little old-fashioned. *go figure* I'm mildly addicted to Kombucha. And eye cream. (I'm all about the moisturizer.) I appreciate good manners. Chivalry. Please and thank you. That's not to say that there isn't a little urban girl, punk rock heart still beating in my chest. There is. I've lived a lot of life so far...and miles to go before I sleep. So, that's me. I'm an East Coast girl with punk rock heart and a yoga soul. Practicing, playing, teaching and sharing as much as I can. I currently teach at two studios--it will be three as of September 1st, as I was recently named the Advanced Yoga class/workshop instructor for the newest location. Outside of my home studios, I offer workshops and private yoga lessons as well. Contact me if you want more information!

Holiday Greetings

May your holidays be full of love, peace and happiness.  Merry Christmas–or Happy Hanukkah–to you and yours.   Cheers for the New Year!

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Here’s One for the Runners…

I find this hilarious.  Maybe it’s because I train for fall marathons in the height of spring and summer and have smelled a myriad of different aromas wafting from nearby restaurants, bakeries and the like while on my long runs. … Continue reading

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An Active Girl’s New Best Friend!

I’ve heard of dry shampoos before, but I’ve never tried them.  The topic recently came up again, so while I was out at Target, I decided to check them out.  Someone had mentioned that they tried a couple different brands … Continue reading

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Yes, Another Food Post

Since December has arrived, so have the decadent coffee drinks.  You certainly can’t miss the signs and smells of the holidays if you go within walking distance of coffee shops in the Seacoast!  Indulging every now and then may not … Continue reading

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Do All Things With Love… Indeed.

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A Healthier Version of Pumpkin Pie

Do you love pumpkin pie but feel guilty after having your second or third helping?  Sure, maybe you only have it once or twice a year.  And yes, sometimes those occasional holiday indulgences aren’t THAT bad.  But what if you … Continue reading

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Backbends Make Me Smile

Backbends are awesome.  They can make you feel both energized and vulnerable.  They open your heart while shifting your perspective.  Here are some of my favorites:

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It’s Soup Season!

As the seasons change here in New England, I find myself wanting soup for dinner more and more. Fortunately for me, we get fresh, organic vegetables delivered to the house every week! Now that fall is upon us, we’ve seen … Continue reading

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Guaranteed Transformation… If You Want it

During his 7-day workshop in Copenhagen, Denmark, Tanya Lee Markul (a blogger and yogi) had the fortunate opportunity to squeeze in a café Americano (times two) with level-2 authorized Ashtanga yoga teacher, David Robson. They discussed Ashtanga yoga and some of … Continue reading

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I Couldn’t Have Said It Better Myself!

When people find out that I’m an Ashtangi, the conversation often turns to yoga and sometimes includes opinions and notions about the style I love so much.  It can go from a declaration about what a kick ass workout it … Continue reading

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