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!

If you have ever smelled a freshly baked cookie or leaned into a dewy rose in the garden, I probably don’t need to convince you…

Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of…

I read an interesting email the other day from Jessica Ash, in which she described feeling let down by the movement towards removing or scrubbing…

As a mom of three and student of aromatherapy, I’m often confronted with the question of the use of essential oils with children. It’s easy…

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.