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7 Free Fitness Classes in Tampa You Don’t Want to Miss

Want to stay active, try some new activities and make new friends? Want to do this without spending a dime? If so, you are in luck because Tampa offers a variety of fun fitness classes for all ages and fitness levels. Whether you are looking for Yoga, Strength Training, Pilates or Stretch and Balance, Tampa Bay has a perfect fit for you. Here are some fan favorites.

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How Yoga Changed My Life

My friends and family know four things about me to be true.  I can’t sit still, I worry more than I should, I love to be active and I love to exercise and the faster I move the happier I am. 

So, when someone suggested that Yoga would be good for me, my response was that while I love the yoga flows, the breathing, stillness and savasana was not for me. And, furthermore I insisted, I am not good at meditating, sitting still or abdominal breathing and I don’t enjoy it!

My friend being very persistent persuaded me to give Gentle Yoga a try. Fast forward to today, yoga has helped me in every aspect of my life.  After much practice, classes, certification and affiliation with the Yoga Alliance, I now share what I learned with my clients during our private and small group yoga practice. 

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10 Ways to Get Fit on Tampa Bay Riverwalk

If you want to get some fresh air and get fit, spend a glorious day at Tampa Bay Riverwalk.  There are so many ways to get fit and have fun and many of these activities are even free. Whether you like to run, walk, ride bikes, paddle board, canoe or water bike, there is something here for you. Here are 10 ideas to get fit and have a great time.

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Get Rid of Nagging Back Pain Once and For All Part 1

It makes me crazy when I see a 30-year-old complain about back pain (and I see people complaining from 19-99) and blame it on getting older! It makes me crazy when I watch people, adults and kids, sit with forward heads and slumped shoulders then complain that their back hurts and talk about going to the Doctor. Ugh!

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