After years of teaching fitness, as well as my own personal regimen of running and cycling, yoga was a revelation. My body, which I thought to be very fit, was stretched and strengthened in ways I never imagined. I was instantly captivated and over the last 7 years have worked hard developing my own personal practice. During this time I was very fortunate to work with many great teachers and in 2003 received my teaching certification from the Downward Dog Yoga Studio in Toronto.

It was here that I first met Christine Felstead and experienced her work first hand with "yoga for runners". Developed specifically for the tighter athletic body, Christine's classes have made the "yoga experience" available to a whole segment of the population who might never have thought to venture into a yoga studio. Through this program, yoga becomes not only accessible, but also a great compliment to whatever sport you pursue.

I believe most people intuitively know that increased flexibility not only improves performance but also goes a long way in helping to prevent injuries. All sports tend to develop tight muscles which can lead to imbalances in the body. A yoga practice can and will work to reverse these effects. No other form of exercise comes close to yoga for developing strength and flexibility both concurrently and alternatively. Having realized the benefits of yoga on my own body, I look forward to working with other athletes, to experience again the benefits that come from introducing even a small amount of yoga into a routine.

Maintaining the full range of motion in our joints, as well as the length in our muscles and spine, is what will keep us active and body-youthful into our eighties. It is a wonderful thing to be "fit", but being fit and flexible is the key to staying young.