July / August, 2023 Issue |
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We are asking our Studio '533 Instructors to answer a few questions about their personal journeys with Yoga and Fitness. First to share is Melissa Phillips. Melissa teaches our Monday Night Yoga Unplugged & Thursday Night Comfortably Numb classes. Every teacher started their practice as a student, and every teacher strives to remain a student. "Once you stop learning, you start dying" - Albert Einstein. |
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Q: What is one lesson you have learned on the mat about your physical practice? A: Over the past six months I have been rehabbing my neck due to a skiing injury. As a result, I've had to make adjustments to my own physical practice, to incorporate ease and mindfulness to prevent further injury. This has required me to be very mindful as my body moves from pose to pose. By applying Yoga philosophy such as non-attachment to my asana practice, I am able to find joy and contentment in any pose, even when it's a variation of what my peers or students may be achieving.
Q: What is one lesson you have learned on your mat that has carried over onto everyday life? A: Breathwork is my jam! I enjoy learning and sharing about pranayama and breathwork techniques. When faced with a stressful situation, or when sluggish and in need of some energy, our breath is there to guide us to the energetic state we desire. Once I began to carryover breathwork from my mat to my daily life, I was completely hooked on Yoga, and that prompted my enrollment in teacher training.
Q: What is a focus of your yoga practice currently? A: The focus of my current practice is establishing mind-muscle connection during meditation and asana practices. Whether moving or still, I am focused on channeling energy to specific muscles to encourage softening and aid the body in releasing the accumulation or samskara in that location. The intensity of my physical practice will wax and wane. Hence, I am focused on giving myself grace and finding joy in each breath, pose, and mindful moment. |
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Yoga 101: Everything Zen
Everything’s zen when you blend mindful movements and your breath. Whether you’re new to yoga or experienced, this beginner’s level flow will encourage a strong foundational practice with opportunities to infuse ease or spice along the way. |
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GIVE THE GIFT OF WELLNESS |
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Looking for the perfect gift? Give the gift of wellness with a Studio '533 Gift Card! Use coupon code 533GIFT for 20% off any gift card. We can send them in the mail to the recipient for you! This offer expires August 31st so be sure to stock up! |
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Our massage team is growing and our massage room is bustling! If you haven't tried a massage with Nicole or Brianna yet, we highly recommend that you do! To Book: Email Studio533ne@gmail.com Call or Text 609-752-9236 | | |
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NOW AVAILABLE- Hot Stones! Hot Stones deepen the release of muscle tension by increasing blood flow to the treated area. Hot Stones are available as an add on to your massage package for $20. Be sure to talk to a member of the massage team if you have any questions. |
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Next up, the Untethered Soul by Michael Singer led by Robin Fulton Tuesday, August 29th @ 6:30 pm Bring a snack and be ready to discuss! | | |
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This month's Member Spotlight shines on Charlotte Marrazzo, of North Hanover. Charlotte travels a short distance to Studio ‘533 from North Hanover, where she resides with husband Shawn, and daughters Aubrey and Kiya. Their home is warmed by a new kitten named “Bowie” and their dog, Gunner. Reading, cooking, taking pictures and videos, and spending time with family fills Charlotte’s cup. She enjoys low key vibes from the comfort of home. |
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Charlotte was first encouraged to practice Yoga by two of her clients from the automotive repair business she managed. During her first class, the words shared spoke to her, noting how Yoga is a selfless act, allowing one to replenish and to shine brighter for self, and others. Through Yoga, Charlotte found that connecting movement to breath and noticing her body in the moment, brought her inward: home. This gifted her the consciousness of paying attention to the mind, body, and present moment, not to attach to the past or what’s to come.
Yoga, to Charlotte, is not just asana. Yoga is pranayama, mindfulness, and meditation. It is invaluable in the techniques offered to calm when needed. When in pain, Charlotte has learned to realize that the core self is okay. Because we are not our bodies, the practice allows one to become the observer of this human experience. Charlotte’s practice is supported by her deep knowledge of Yoga, learned through her 200-hour trauma-informed teacher training program. She enjoys a vinyasa flow, and not knowing which posture may come next. Charlotte also loves how Yoga encourages one to have respect for thyself, knowing that how one shows up on the mat may vary day to day, and that is perfectly okay!
What is Charlotte currently listening to? She vibes to Pandora’s channels that feature MTV unplugged/acoustic versions of 90s/2000s alternative rock…homage to days of flannel shirts and thin eyebrows. Thank you, Charlotte, for sharing your awesome vibes with us! |
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Official Studio '533 T-Shirt |
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If you have had your eye on some Studio '533 merch, now is the time!! Use Coupon code 533TEE for 20% off our favorite tee! Available in store or online *Offer expires August 31st | | |
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MUSIC MEMEROBILIA BACKSTORY... |
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Music Memorabilia…a story from the Studio Walls! This photo of Beck and The Minister is from a 2008 interview they did on Sirius to promote Beck’s new album at the time, Modern Guilt. Modern Guilt is the eleventh studio album by Beck released in 2008 by Iliad Records, produced by Beck and Danger Mouse. This great photo resides in the Studio lobby…check it out! |
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THANK YOU & SEE YA SOON! Thanks for all of the support and good vibes here in New Egypt! Looking forward to meeting more of you soon! -Barbara & Christopher | | |
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Editor in Chief, Barbara Serbes Managing Editor, Jodi Kavanagh Contributing Editor, Melissa Phillips |
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