Fitness inspired by ballet, Pilates, and yoga — and lifestyle tips from a mom of three who knows what it’s like to have no time!

Burnout can be insidious and sneak up on you. You feel like you have your life polished and put together only to have it all…

• The Other Mrs. by Mary Kubica This was such a fascinating (and sad) peek inside mental illness. There’s a lot to unpack in this…

Is it a bad thing to eat things on repeat? I think this is only true if the things you are choosing are bland and…

I first discovered Cocoon Apothecary when I was searching for some rose skin care products (if you know me, you will understand! #neverenoughrose) It was…

I’m Justine, the creator of this blog and a full-time academic librarian, with a passion for fitness.
I believe that everyone deserves to feel valued and strong in their own body. My love of movement started in ballet, where I learned that strength and grace aren’t opposites — and my life as a busy, working mom of three taught me that self-care has to be realistic to matter. I bring both of those things into every class: grace, positivity, and the belief that you are worthy of feeling good.