• DOES YOGA BUILD STRENGTH AND TONE MUSCLES?

    You’re in your 40s. Your body’s not bouncing back the way it used to, and honestly? You’re too wise to keep pushing it just because a fitness reel told you to.

    You don’t need more cardio. You need strength that supports your body now, with your energy dips, hormonal shifts, and every day life in mind.

    This post shows how yoga can do that. {Spoiler: muscle tone is included.}

  • Perimenopause and Alcohol: A Personal Journey to an Alcohol-Free Lifestyle

    Why don’t I drink anymore?

    One glass felt like three. My sleep sucked. My mood dipped.

    My body was changing, and alcohol was making it worse.

    This is what happened when I decided to STOP drinking in perimenopause... and everything that got better after.

  • Mastering Chaturanga Dandasana: The Key to Shoulder Health and Yoga Progression

    Chaturanga: love it, hate it, or totally confused by it? You’re not alone.

    This pose shows up everywhere, but most of us are just muscling through and hoping for the best.

    Inside this blog, I’m breaking it all down: WHAT this pose is really for, WHY it wrecks your shoulders {if done wrong} and HOW to feel strong, safe, and steady every time you lower down.

    No flopping. No guesswork. Just shoulder-happy yoga that actually feels good.

  • Home Yoga Practice: Debunking 5 Common Myths

    “Some days, I roll out my mat and stare at it, feeling like it’s the biggest mountain in the room.”

    You’re not alone if your brain talks you out of home yoga before you even start.

    This post breaks down 5 myths that keep you stuck, not because you’re lazy, but because your space and expectations make it harder than it needs to be.

    Let me show you how to make them easier to overcome.

  • 5 Mindset Shifts That Will Actually Move You Toward Your Yoga Goals

    You roll out your mat. You breathe. You move. And yet... something feels flat. Unplugged. Like your practice is just going through the motions.

    If you’ve found yourself thinking, “Am I even getting anywhere?” this is for you.

    Because truth is: Most yoga plateaus don’t happen in your hamstrings. They happen in your head.

    This post breaks down 5 sneaky mindset traps that quietly drain your momentum, and the simple shifts that actually get you back in flow.

Hey. Welcome.

This SPACE is for women who want yoga to work with their real life, not compete with it.

If you're in your 40s {or close}, juggling a lot, and your body isn’t bouncing back like it used to...

If you’re curious about how yoga could support your strength, energy, and a bit more sanity...

You’re in the right place.

Here, you’ll find:
💛 Real talk about yoga and midlife — hormones, energy dips, shifting priorities
💛 Strength and mobility tips that actually fit into your day
💛 Clear, safe techniques to help you feel more confident in your practice
💛 Stories about burnout, rebuilding, and finding your way back to yourself

This space isn’t about doing more.
It’s about doing what matters, and feeling stronger, steadier, and more like YOU again.

Does Yoga Build Strength and Tone Muscles?
Yoga for Strength, Midlife Yoga, Women 40+ Natalia Rennie Yoga for Strength, Midlife Yoga, Women 40+ Natalia Rennie

Does Yoga Build Strength and Tone Muscles?

You’re in your 40s. Your body’s not bouncing back the way it used to, and honestly? You’re too wise to keep pushing it just because a fitness reel told you to.

You don’t need more cardio. You need strength that supports your body now, with your energy dips, hormonal shifts, and every day life in mind.

This post shows how yoga can do that. {Spoiler: muscle tone is included.}

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Stop Mental Overload in Just 5 Minutes a Day

This FREE 5-day yoga series is your go-to for creating quick, powerful moments of relief, on your schedule.

With 5-15 minute daily videos, you’ll release tension, quiet your mind, and build a practice that fits into your life.

No perfect poses, no pressure, just a simple way to show up for yourself, exactly as you are.

FIND YOUR CALM HERE

What happens after class… “makes it into YOUR inbox.”✊🏼

This isn’t a checklist of what you “should” be doing. It’s not a curated highlight reel, either. It’s the honest stuff. The reflections. The teaching moments.
The things we talk about after class, the ones that land quietly but stick. Here’s what you’ll get:

→ Teaching tools that actually work
→ Small shifts that carry into your day
→ Real stories, real insights, and a little space to exhale

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Leave your name and email below. I’ll send the good stuff your way, once a week, max. Just thoughtful notes to help you stay grounded in your practice and your life.