"At almost 47 years of age I have never felt so balanced in my life. Previously I focused on dieting to lose weight, working extreme hours to get ahead, and running in circles to try and please everyone. In July of 2006 I was facing another steroid injection in my spine for two herniated discs; I was popping Excedrin for chronic migraines; and I was fatigued to the point of exhaustion when I finally decided that I had had enough.

"I chose to try yoga and came across the Mind-Body Exercise Studio while surfing the internet. I showed up for a Monday easy pilates/yoga class and have never looked back. Now I have participated in yoga, pilates, trance dancing, meditative practices and belly dancing. I have lost over 30 pounds without dieting, I have found muscles in my belly that I haven't seen in years, I have not had any back pain in 8 months, and I can count the migraines I have had on one hand!

"Everyone at work, as well as my immediate and extended family has noticed a change in my spirit, in my posture, my weight, and my energy level. I went to a yoga class to strengthen my back muscles and found health, happiness and balance. I look forward to continuing my journey."

- Rosie Guerra-Martinez

This was written 2007 Rosie continues to explore and grow. February 2008 Rosie completed teacher certification in Therapeutic/Restorative Yoga and began teaching Restorative Yoga April 2008. After a summer holiday, Rosie will resume her Restorative yoga classes in Fall.