4 Free Private Yoga Sessions Each Month!

Recently 2 wonderful women were in a private session. We asked them if they would like to try a class with group instruction.

They said, "No."  Then they told us that the only reason why they even tried yoga was because they had the option to work with an instructor privately.

We asked them, "Why"?

To which they responded, "Because we aren't young and skinny like all the girls are in advertisements for yoga."

HOLD. THE. PHONE.

If this isn't a calling to invite you for  a FREE one - on - one yoga session, I don't know what is!

I want to make Yoga accessible to EVERYONE.  I want you to experience the power Yoga and the mindset has on your success in live.  (How ever you define success)

Yes, Yoga helps increase flexibility, build strength and stability and a numerous amount of other physical benefits but it's much deeper than that.

Yoga helps us breathe deeper, control stress and is the original and most powerful personal development to date.  I want you to see how this can benefit you and create a dramatic change in your quality of life.

This offer is for you if: 

• You want to know more about what Yoga can do for you.
• You don't want to begin in a class environment but you are know that Yoga can help you in a way that you have been missing in life.
• You are nervous about walking into a yoga studio b/c of the way media portrays "yogis"
• You love personal development but there is a missing link.  But, you just can't put your finger on it.  

I will show you how Yoga and the mindset will help you slow down and create more success in your life.  A better lifestyle with more happiness, love and professional/personal success. 

Details:

• 1 - 55 Minute Yoga Session (at Yoga Pod or Video conference for non locals)
• Value $85
• 4 Free Private Yoga Sessions given each month! 
• I meet you where you are in your Yoga, spiritual and personal development. (any level)
• You have never worked with me before. 
• You MUST complete this attached form to be considered. Click HERE for Form

Since this is the first time I'm offering this I'm only telling a few small groups of my favorite peeps.  I just want to see how it goes.  After you submit the form, give me a few days to get back with you.  If you are not selected for this month, I have a surprise for you so everyone gets 'Yogafied' one way or another!  

I look forward to hearing from you and reading your completed form!  As always, just press comment below or press 'reply' to chat!

Love. Happiness and Mindful Success,

Erika Ervin - Modern Yinster

PS. Definition of  Modern Yinster - A driven individual that attributes stillness and mindfulness as a BIG part of success.  

Finally, accountability that WORKS!

Hey There!

I’ve recently been working on moving away from the ‘Your Fitness Girl’ brand and into the new ‘Modern Yinster’ brand. (definition below!)   Maybe I’m just getting older or maybe it’s that I really understand the importance of combining a slower lifestyle into the go-go lifestyle that I have always led.  (maybe it’s both!)  Stay with me, I'm going somewhere with this, I promise and you are going to love it!

 

It’s not that I’m letting all that go, I’m still a ‘doer’ but, I’ve just discovered over the past few years that always focusing on productivity never served me well.  I was going nowhere quickly.  (Think of yourself sprinting on a treadmill.  Your feet are going fast, but you are not going anywhere.)

 

Then, when I incorporated a slower version of myself the magic happened.  I became more focused, adaptable and open to change.  When I accepted that, the success in my business, my relationships and as a mother increased effortlessly.   

 

I want you to experience this also.  So, I’ve created a new 5 Day program that we do together in a private FB group.  I’m calling it, The Glow.  It’s 5 Days and to learn how to become a Modern Yinster.   I’ll teach you to reduce stress and  overwhelm and increase productivity.  Watch this quick video for details.  

Definition of Modern Yinster: A driven soul that believes productivity level is directly related to stillness and awareness.

 

If you want to join, it’s a simple as pressing ‘reply’ and letting me know!  Click HERE or on the picture for all the deets! 

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Hurricane Harvey's Edamame Recipe

Hurricane Harvey Edamame!

My Boys CRAVE this yummy and savory snack.  Edamame is high in protein, fiber and offers healthy carbohydrates.  As we have decided to spend the rest of the weekend indoors due to Hurricane Harvey and massive amounts of rain (no it's not necessary where we live but it's a reason to bunker in!) we are coming up with a lot of delicious concoctions! 

I’ll get straight to the chase…

Ingredients:

1 Bag Frozen Edamame

2 Tablespoons diced or sliced Shallot

1 Table Spoon Minced Garlic

2 Tablespoons of Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Salt to Taste.

Directions: Hint – Salt as you go

In a large nonstick skillet heat up Olive Oil on medium heat.  Add shallots and allow to cook until almost crispy and most are brown. Add Salt!  Nom Nom!  Then, add the garlic and cook for 1 or 2 minutes.  Just enough to cook through. 

Add the bag of Frozen Edamame and stir in immediately allowing the olive oil to coat every bean. Add Salt!  Lower heat just a bit and cook for 5 minutes.

Add a tablespoon of filtered water.

Stir often and allow beans to heat through.  Make sure the heat is not too high as to burn the garlic.  If you burn the garlic this dish will suck and you will scare your kids for life. ;)

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A Mother's Day Taste Explosion!

Show your Mom or a Mom you love how much you love them by creating this healthy taste explosion for them this Sunday!  

It never occurred to me to add simply roasted veggies into a fresh salad of tender lettuce until recently.  I was at a friend's crayfish boil and one of our friends brought this delicious and light salad.  It was oddly perfect for the sunny day.  

I say “oddly” because I usually think of roasted veggies as something we eat warm and as a side.  The slight char of the veggies and tangy dressing made this salad something I had to replicate... and of course, put my own spin on.  

Roasted Veggies:  I chose brussels sprouts, green beans, broccolini, beets and asparagus. In hind sight, I could have done without the asparagus.  The taste was overwhelming and too bold for this salad.  The beauty of any salad is you can pick and choose the ingredients you want in it!  So don't stop at these ideas.  Use your favorite roasted veggies!

I did not segregate my veggies on the roasting pan.  I cut them all about the same size and then tossed them in olive oil, salt and pepper.  Actually I did more than toss them, I massaged them.  Just to make sure the oil coats all of the veggies well.  

If you have a large batch, consider using a few cooking sheets so as to not overcrowd the veggies. If you over crowd them, they do not cook as well or get as crispy.

I then roasted @ 400 degrees for 10-12 minutes.  I let them cool then added them to some soft butter lettuce.

The dressing was simple and light.  A new mustard called Maille and it's spicy (and gluten free) A friend from Dijon, France said it's the best thing she can get over here in the states.  Of course I'm going to trust that statement coming from her. 

For the dressing..

·       Juice of one lemon

·       ¼ cup red wine vinegar

·       2 tablespoons of Maille Dijon Mustard

·       Pinch of salt and pepper

Whisk all the ingredients together.  THEN, drizzle 1/2 Cup - 3/4 Cup extra virgin olive oil in as you are whisking.  It makes a creamy-zingy emulsified dressing!

Add everything together and enjoy!  Please comment below to let me know how you like the recipe AND if you have any ideas to alter the recipe!! 

Don’t forget to subscribe to this blog or my Yinspiration Newsletter to receive notification of great recipes like this one.  

Happy Mother's Day!

Day 2 of Yin Yoga Challenge

Childs Post to Frog Pose! 

Day 2 – Groovin’ Groin!  Open up your inner thighs and hips to provide greater mobility and ease of movement!  This pose also aids in relieving cramps.  Once your hips open, your emotions are more grounded and balanced. 

What to do:

Take 5 minutes today to settle your mind and body and commit to stillness.  Breath is your one single thought during this Yin practice today.  As emotions arise, acknowledge them, remind yourself they are a product of your thoughts and then let them go.

Frog is a small back bend which will help open your heart to release these emotions and prepare you for tomorrow’s pose! Watch the short video above to know how to enter into the poses!

Focus on letting go of muscle engagement with each long exhale. It gets intense but stay with it!

     

1.  Hold child's pose for 2 minutes then move into Frog pose for the remaining 5 minutes or longer! (Frog is the second pose and is optional!)

2.  Place a blanket under your knees for comfort and use a pillow or bolster under your chest

3.  Feel heat and fire in the inner things but never lightning.  Relax your muscles!

Just tag #inittowinit and post on YOUR profile page!  I'll find ya and enter you into the contest to win over $240 worth of prizes!  

Yin It To Win It - Free Online Yin Challenge w/ PRIZES!

Day 1 – Bananasana

Open up your side body and relieve hip and knee pain!

Because you look like a Banana! This will loosen kinks in your soft tissue from your IT Band all the way to the top of your side rib cage.

I love to start my classes and personal practice with Bananasana. In fact at my studio this asana is know as, “Erika and that damn banana.”

 Our soft tissue, fascia,  is connected from the top of the head to the bottom of the feet. In fact, 30% of what we call muscle is fascia! When we get a kink in one area of the fascia, it has a ripple effect on our entire body.

1. Play your edge. Feel heat and fire but never lightning

2. Keep shoulders and hips on the ground

3. Hold on each side for 3-5 minutes

Breathe deeply and make your exhales as long as possible. Release all muscle and commit to mental and physical stillness. You deserve this. You can do this. You will release and grow from this. Have a wonderful day!

Cut and paste on each day you post: (put it on your phone 'notes' section!)

A personal challenge from me to you. I want to help you experience calmness in your chaos! No catches or tricks. (Just a bribe to get you interested. Lol)

Slowdown, gain flexibility and forget pain! Win some jewelry and a free ticket to the Online Yoga and Mindset Retreat! ($230 value!)

We want to share with you and persuade you with money The beauty of committing to stillness only 5 minutes a day? (You can do this from anywhere)

Every evening we will post a Yin Pose and benefits of the pose for the next day. All you do to win $110 Mala Bead Jewelry and a Free ticket to my Online Yoga and Mindset Retreat ($129 value)

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💫   ach day, tag us with a picture of your pose (all 5 days)

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Make sure to hashtag #yinittowinit #findyourflame 

so you are in the drawing each time!

Saturday May 13th, we will announce the winner! It's that simple.

You in? INVITE a friend!