Sundog Strength & Soul

Hello friends! Just a quick update: While we are still unable to resume our live yoga classes, we have resumed our personal training services and currently have slots open for personal training! Our services are personalized and delivered via app with options for live sessions delivered via video chat. Give us a shout if you are interested in finding out more about the packages we offer.

Hi Friends, With the growing concern with Covid-19 I have decided to cancel my upcoming classes. I've given this a lot of thought because I know how important a routine and mental health can be in times like this. However, my number one priority is what is best for you. I don't want anyone to stress over if they should come to class or what will happen in the up coming weeks. ... I was really looking forward to continuing with those whom I've taught, as well as meeting new friends who are starting. But, this is temporary. Classes will resume when we know more about the spread and health within our communities. If you would like to stay in the loop of up coming classes, please let me know and I will add you to our mailing list or watch for updates on our Facebook page. Many virtual hugs! xoxo Janelle

"It is to enter rest and digest mode, which relies on our vagus nerve, parasympathetic nervous system, or more simply our ability to relax. Unfortunately, this is something that evolution has not taught us. ...... Restorative Yoga, for those who haven’t heard of it, is a practice where we use bolsters, blankets, pillows, straps, and blocks to support our bodies in various different shapes. By staying in these shapes for longer periods of time, we can focus on our breath and activate our parasympathetic nervous system." https://www.elephantjournal.com//why-we-need-to-slow-down/

Check out this great project by EMHC "Wanna be a community health leader, make new friends, and develop your own community health project (w/ $6000 of funding!)? Then Health Empowerment through Active Leadership (HEAL) is the program for you!"

Going to be listening and learning at this online conference later this month.

Hi. I’m TJ (They/Them or He/Him) you might also follow me on Instagram at @sundog_strength. I describe myself as a dorky, shy introvert so talking about myself is one of those things that always feels like a stretch. But here we go... Hobbies: I really love art. I like to fool around with sketching, painting, printmaking. Putting feelings on paper basically. I also enjoy getting busy with graphic design, our logo was a fun project since I got to collaborate with @ms.janelle....snow. Nerding out with research and reading different books on training and body mechanics is another thing I love to do. I love a good sci-fi book or show (HMU with your recommendations btw). I love the sun, in the summer you’ll find me outside as much as I can be. I’m hoping to do some outdoor fitness classes this summer so I’ll keep y’all updated! Physical fitness has always been something that has helped me cope and move through some difficult times in my life. For me it is a tool that helps me immensely with my mental health. I was lucky to have a number of people help and train me throughout the years. It can be hard to know how to get started, to find a welcoming, safe space, and to be able to afford training. That’s why I got certified as a trainer. I want to pass on the help that I got along the way. Plus, I learn from everyone I train, and I have made some amazing friendships!

Hi friends, We're so excited to introduce this new project. We're partners in life and now we're weaving together our two passions: personal training and yoga. Thank you for supporting us on this new journey. xo TJ and Janelle

"My whole life I heard, Don’t wear two-piece bathing suits, don’t wear white, don’t wear color, don’t wear crop tops, so we made it a point to have our heroine wear every single thing we were told we couldn’t wear because of our size. We want to change that narrative for the next generation of children."

We love the approach to health and wellness these folks are offering. https://www.vice.com///habit-hub/the-new-wave-of-wellness