In today’s episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of yoga with our special guest, Katie Ruppert. With years of experience and a passionate journey through personal and family health challenges, Katie shares her profound insights into how yoga has reshaped her life and the lives of those around her.

Episode Highlights:

Katie's Personal Journey: Discover how Katie's early challenges with health and family life led her to yoga and holistic wellness. She discusses her initial struggles with mysterious health symptoms and her son's eczema, which set her on a path to discovering the impact of environmental toxins and dietary changes.

Yoga as a Lifeline: Katie explains how yoga became a sanctuary for managing stress, enhancing physical health, and fostering mental clarity. From combating the symptoms of ADHD to navigating the stresses of motherhood and marriage, Katie illustrates yoga's role in maintaining balance.

Deep Dive into Yoga Philosophy: Beyond physical postures, Katie discusses the eight limbs of yoga, emphasizing the importance of breathwork, meditation, and non-attachment. She shares how these practices have helped her detach from stress and manage her busy mind.

Yoga for Physical and Hormonal Health: Katie touches on how yoga has helped her manage symptoms of estrogen dominance and how the practice supports hormonal balance. She explains the benefits of being mindful of one's body and adapting practices to one's physical needs, particularly during different phases of the menstrual cycle.

Community and Accessibility: Katie advocates for the inclusivity of yoga, encouraging listeners of all body types and fitness levels to explore yoga. She debunks the myths that may intimidate beginners and highlights yoga's adaptability.

Lifelong Mobility and Independence: The discussion also covers yoga's contribution to longevity and maintaining quality of life as we age. Katie shares inspiring stories of individuals who maintain mobility and strength through regular practice.

Where to Find Katie Ruppert:

Social Media: @KatiePamperedChefLady on Instagram and Facebook

Teaching Locations: Detox Yoga Studios in Wentzville and WingHaven, Missouri

Online Classes: Available through her Facebook community

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