Overnight, I went from running my own private studio back to feeling like a newbie, independent contractor, teaching one-off sessions around the city. Even though I know I didn't actually lose my business, it felt like my whole business that I had developed over the past 8 years had just disappeared.

Even though we are in the midst of practicing social distancing, I am seeing many communities coming together online, where they are able to connect. The fitness and wellness communities are making a huge impact for people to continue their movement and wellness practices and continue to go to classes.

The only constant in life is change. We have no control over it, but we do have control over our reactions. Our reactions can change how we feel, and can alter the outcome and experience of the situation.

Make the time for yourself to workout. It has to be consistent, it has to be a priority, and it eventually has to become a lifestyle to maintain.

Often, recurring pain or chronic pain is from overuse and/or poor motor habits. It takes time to reduce stressors on the tissues, to reduce the current aggravation, and then re-teach the body how to move pain-free.

Movement practices keep people being able to do the things they enjoy, it builds strength, increases confidence, and improves quality of living. But it does take time, patience, practice, and consistency. It is a lifestyle.

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