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August 23, 2021

Yoga is for Everybody…

Yoga is for everybody.

Every gender.

Every race.

Every color, creed, belief, and background.

When yoga is practiced in a loving, accepting space, it promotes a sense of well-being.

Side effects of beginning a yoga practice can include a desire to take better care of one’s self and explore the ethics and traditions behind this ancient practice. Simple, constructive things like being kinder to your neighbor, asking bigger questions in your spiritual practice, and caring for your body, the divine vessel you live life in.

If you can breathe, you can do yoga.

If you can show up on your mat, you are doing yoga.

If you want to take up space, there is a space for you.

If you wish to speak, there are people who wish to listen.

We can all agree that health, vitality and a sense of belonging are universal principles.

It is my belief that something so universally needed should not be separated by class, income level, and belief system – but was designed to be enjoyed, appreciated and shared by all.

If you believe that caring for yourself, spreading joy and feeling pleasure in your body is truly for EVERYBODY – then what you can do to make the world a better, healthier place is by living this value.

It’s true!

If you wish for more people to value health and practicing yoga, you must be an example to someone else.

A friend for someone in need who is going through turbulence.

A friendly face in a fitness class when someone is trying it out for the first time.

An inspiration to someone who wishes for your strength and flexibility someday.

If you believe in yoga’s magic…do more yoga!

At JTB, we have something for everybody. Every level, every need, every time.

We know the human body is dynamic and seasons change and bring different needs.

That is why we have the variety in our service menu that you might not see elsewhere.

JTB was created with YOU in mind.

Therefore, this blog post is dedicated to you, our clients at JTB who show up for themselves – the ones who understand we do not do yoga simply for ourselves, but for our communities.

For the person next to us in class.

To share energy with our instructors and staff.

To center ourselves to be better friends, partners, parents, and citizens.

We hope you enjoy taking up space and shining your light….as much as we enjoy having you!

March 18, 2021

Spring Class Schedule 2021

Spring is finally here! ???? (almost…)

I am so excited for another new season of growth to share with all of you. Speaking of growth, we have some new and exciting schedule changes for barre, yoga, and fitness classes in April! If you want to sign up for any of our classes, you can do so here. You can sign up for classes up to two weeks in advance. The guidelines are always changing, but currently we can have 11 students in most of our classes in studio, and we will continue to offer most classes virtually as well. When signing up, be sure to select the appropriate option- whether in studio or virtual- so you can be sure to get the link or have a spot in studio if that’s what you’re opting for!

Interested in membership? Here’s a direct link to explore those options.

Wanna know what we’ve got coming in April? Check it out!

Sunday

9:00-10:00 am Easy Like Sunday Morning Yoga with Demitria

6:00-7:00 pm The Chill Zone with Gina

Monday

6:00-6:30 am Mercy with Tricia

9:00-9:45 am Strength with Jackie

4:00-4:45 pm 305 with Jess

5:30-6:15 pm Strength with Jackie

7:00-8:00 pm Yin Yoga with Sandy

Tuesday

8:30-9:15 JTB Barre with Jess

5-5:45 pm Barreflow with Nicole

6:00-6:40 pm 305 with Jackie

7:00-8:00 pm Buti Yoga with Jess

Wednesday

6:00-6:45 am Butts + Guts with Jackie

6:00-7:00 pm Fire Flow with Jess

Thursday

7:00-7:45 am HIIT with Jackie

8:30-9:15 am HIIT with Jackie

6:00-6:45 pm Barreflow with Nicole

Friday

9:00-10:00 am Soul Flow with Gina

Saturday

7:00-7:40 am 305 with Jackie

8:00-9:00 am Fire Flow with Gina

10:00-11:00 am Soul Flow with Sandy

I will also be adding some pop ups and workshops on Wednesdays at 9 am and 7:30 pm, Friday evenings, and Saturdays at 11:30 am and in the evenings (if you’re feeling feisty). Looking forward to flowing, shaking and grooving with you in the coming months. Stay tuned for information regarding outdoor classes as well!

xoxo,

Jess

March 18, 2020

How to set up an Efficient At Home Practice

Once COVID-19 really began to spread, our lives flipped upside-down instantly. The point of this blog post is to reiterate that you are worth the love, attention, and alone-time that you might be sacrificing right now. Hopefully, it will also provide you the tools and some guidance on how to give yourself that consistency in your routine; as now, more than ever may be the best time to focus on your mental, physical and spiritual health

Clear your mind

Address any worries or fears around what’s going on beyond your mat. As we stress at JTB, wellness is not just working out, but working in, too. If you are paralyzed by fear and worry, be sure you are taking active steps to address this and take action, where appropriate. Sometimes the best action to take is meditation. However, you can simultaneously understand that you are worthy to show up as you are and no matter what’s going on, you get to have a break for yourself and your health!

Schedule a Meeting With Yourself

Treat your time alone as preciously as you would a class scheduled with us in the studio….or a meeting with your boss, friend or family member. Schedule a time that works for you, write it down or make an alert on your phone, get dressed and show up for yourself.

Be mindful of the time you choose, too. Just because you see everyone else online working out in the morning, but you KNOW that’s never going to happen for you – be honest and patient with yourself… but at the end of the day, a workout scheduled at a less-than-perfect time is better than no workout at all.

Clear your space

I have seen many people make do with small studio apartments, and I’ve seen people with massive decks, backyards and at-home gyms make excuses. The distinction here is that you make space, and see it as sacred. Remove anything from your immediate area that’s going to trigger you to think about work (books, work clothes, etc) or anything that is taking you out of your mental peace right now. You don’t have to do anything dramatic, simply get it out of your sight so that you can twist, move and sweat in your own little wonderland. If possible, take more space than you think you’ll need. If you are going to be doing jacks or burpees, or like to take long, flowing steps in vinyasa, take up the space needed so you don’t feel cheated during your me-time.

Integrate all five senses, where possible

For bonus points, consider ADDING anything that makes you feel more at peace. Plants, essential oil diffuser, a little sign with encouraging words. My advice would be to include more of the five senses as possible to really integrate the mind and body into your new make-shift space.

For example:

Sound – the music of your choosing … or some peace and quiet, if preferred or possible.

Sight – clearing your space of clutter, adding little details that contribute to your zen

Smell – Fresh flowers, a candle, incense, your favorite scented lotion that you put on right before work out time (this really works!), essential oils, etc.

Touch – This can be your mat, dumbbells, changing into different clothes for your workout, etc

Taste – Maybe add some chopped fruit or flavor to your water bottle, just to trick your mind into integrating this new experience. Also, bear with me on this one, although it’s not safe to do so while you work out, some folks occasionally chewing gum during work in order to associate peppermint with concentration and focus…so maybe not while you’re doing lunges and burpees in your living room, but keep this tip in mind!

Even if you make one adjustment that sends signals to your brain and spirit that you mean business and are dissociating from the rest of the world and going deeper inward!

Community

Social distancing can’t keep us apart, so get involved with your community! We have a Facebook group and Instagram just for that purpose… as well as the workouts streamed and shared in there. Social distancing doesn’t mean deprivation of your community. If anything, we all need each other more during this time. So show up online!

Lastly, all this at-home time is a GREAT time to be real with yourself and address how you make changes in your life. In order to support yourself (and local business!) during this time, consider purchasing a gift card or a class pack, to start yourself off on strong footing with our many beneficial services.

We are working to integrate platforms for an online JTB workout subscription. As soon as that is up and running, you’ll be hearing from me!

As always, we appreciate the outpouring of support and can’t wait to see you all again real soon.

October 3, 2019

Get to Know Your Chakras at JTB

Root, Sacral, Solar Plexus, Heart, Throat, Third Eye, Crown.

Maybe you’ve heard of the seven chakras, but have you ever related your fitness and wellness routine to the seven chakras?

Maybe you’ve heard mentions of them in yoga. Maybe you’ve heard it in acupuncture, in a crystal shop, or randomly through the grapevine. Maybe you’ve heard of chakras via massage or reiki, as practitioners focus on the prime meridian points to clear stagnant energy that builds up… Maybe you’re a metaphysical expert, or maybe you’ve never heard of them at all!

At JTB Wellness, we are totally friendly with spirituality and believe there is so much more than meets the eye.

We acknowledge that not everyone comes to the studio for the spirituality, and that’s okay, too!

Just know that if you are ever looking for a little more, we hold space for you too. 😉

I acknowledge that there are many other interpretations out there – and we always encourage you to find your own meaning behind the metaphysical! (Beyond what the eye can see and a doctor can examine.)

Without further ado, let’s get into it!

Root Chakra: Located at the base of the spine and associated with the color red. The root chakra is the connection to all security. Everything to do with being grounded, connected and safe. This chakra is related to anything having to do with career, finances, home, food, feeling safe and your childhood. (Your roots, per se.) Feeling grounded to the earth, protected, connected to reality. Hatha Yoga is a good practice for a slow, meditative movement that can focus on grounding down after a long day where you feel all over the place. The vibration of this slow, intentional, effective practice is said to increase the vibration of the root chakra! Taking a HIIT class can also do wonders for the root chakra- connecting with primal energy and explosive movements creates balance from the ground up, physically and energetically.

Sacral Chakra: Located below the navel, the sacral chakra is associated with the color orange, creativity, sexual energy. An open sacral chakra allows in pleasure, abundance and well being. It has been said that the sacral chakra can only flourish when the root chakra is stable. In other words, we are not in a headspace to express our creativity if we do not feel safe and secure. Buti Yoga, Yoga Belly Dance Fusion, and any other practice that gets your hips moving & your creativity sparked will help balance the sacral chakra!

Solar Plexus Chakra: Located in the upper abdomen area, the yellow-glowing solar plexus is your confidence and self-esteem. Some also say that the solar plexus is the control center for self-fulfillment. People with a strong, balanced solar plexus chakra do not need external validation and are fueled by their inner knowing. Your connection to your center can be found in your next Vinyasa class. In this class, we focus inward and notice the internal dialogue. There is an emphasis on being present in your body and your breath, with no need to look beyond your own experience in the practice for any sort of validation.

Another way to look at it is by seeing the solar plexus as your energy center, the one that sets the tone for how you walk into a room. In your next Butts + Guts class, focus on your center and visualize a strong yellow light coming from your belly button, expanding to your whole body and to the rest of the room. Not only does this encourage mindfulness in a class that can be challenging – but it can increase your energy and vitality!

Heart Chakra: Located at the center of the chest and glowing the color green, the heart chakra represents exactly what it sounds like… Love, joy and inner peace! To soothe, balance, and restore your heart chakra, book a loving massage for yourself, or a couple’s massage for you and your heart-throb!

Throat Chakra: This light-blue hued chakra is located in the throat, and associated with your voice and truth. A closed throat chakra can look like shyness, not speaking up – or even lying, talking over others or not being a strong communicator. Fortunately, a favorite at JTB Yoga is Buti Yoga, which can be very good for the throat chakra! In Buti Yoga, we like to get loud and proud; students are encouraged to sigh, laugh, and let out any stagnant energy through their voice. It’s not uncommon to hear laughter and cheerful hollering during a challenging Buti Yoga class, that’s what the practice was designed for!

Third Eye Chakra: The third eye chakra is located on your forehead, directly above and between the eyebrows. The color is indigo and this energy center is associated with the intuition and deeper knowing. At JTB, our Vinyasa flows connect to the third eye by connecting movement with breath. The balancing postures and back bending poses are also excellent for concentration, strengthening the inner focus deeper knowing.

We also offer Craniosacral Therapy, a deep and subtle practice which includes therapeutic touches on the head and low back, clearing any energetic blocks that prevent your third eye from being open and active.

Last, but not least! The Crown Chakra: Color indigo, located at the top of the head and associated with your higher being and connection to the spiritual realm. If you believe in a higher power, know we are all united somehow and there are forces out there greater than you – congratulations, you have an open crown chakra! 🙂 You are at an elevated consciousness and are hungry for more knowledge on how to expand it. Fortunately for you, on Friday, October 4th at 7:15 pm, we will be hosting our first Yoga Nidra – a practice in completely relaxing the body to be able to connect with the divine.

So there you have it! We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again; there’s something for EVERYBODY (and every Chakra) at JTB!

Which chakra resonates most with you? Which service or class will you try next? 🙂

September 15, 2019

New Students! Here’s Everything You Need to Know…

Have you been thinking about trying one of our classes? Did you notice something on our Instagram that lit you up but also seems a little foreign to you? Maybe you’re not sure which class to try first, or even what you need to bring or wear to our classes?

I want to answer all your questions about how to get started at JTB! Remember, it’s our mission to help you find a way to move your body that you LOVE- a workout that feels good for your body and mind. Something that feeds your soul.

What am I expected to know?

All you need to know is that this is something you want to try! We encourage you to ask questions for everything else. Do I wear sneakers or is this class barefoot? Are there any prerequisites for this class? And (a big one) if I’m working with an injury, how do I modify for this class? These questions will all vary from class to class, so we encourage you to read the class descriptions on our App or Mindbody site, send us a message, and come 5-10 minutes early to your first class to chat with the instructor and have all your questions answered before the class starts.

What class do I start with?

We love to see people trying new things, even (especially) when it’s outside their comfort zone. Are you an avid runner that has always wanted to try cardio dance? Do it! Love HIIT classes but considering barre to help stabilize your hip and ankle joints so you can go harder? Give it a try! Do you find comfort in a Gentle Hatha Yoga class but are secretly dying to try Buti? Join us!

Beginners are welcome in all our classes, but sometimes things move faster than you might be comfortable with. If you’re just starting out, set some goals for yourself and figure out where you’d like to focus first. If it’s yoga, a great place to start would be our Easy Like Sunday Morning, on Sundays at 9 am, Yin Yoga on Mondays at 7:00 p.m., or Gentle Hatha Yoga, Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. For barre, jump right in on Tuesdays at 8:30 a.m. or Thursdays at 6 p.m., or schedule a private tutorial to get a more comprehensive overview of the form and stances before taking a group class. HIIT classes like HIIT Bootcamp, Butts + Guts, and Strength often seem the most intimidating but are actually the easiest to scale and review modifications.

What do I wear?

In general, you want to wear clothing that will not restrict your movement. Think stretchy pants or shorts, and a form fitting t-shirt, tank, or sports bra. Loose clothing will bunch up and get in your way most of the time. All yoga classes (including Buti) are done barefoot. Barre classes are done with bare feet or sticky socks (I prefer barefoot). Any classes that use heavier weights or involve mainly cardio- all of our HIIT formats and 305 Fitness- will require sneakers. You’ll want to bring your workout shoes with you and change into them once you’re inside the studio.

What do I bring?

If you have a mat that you love, bring it! If you don’t, we have studio mats available on a first come, first serve basis. (There are usually enough for everyone!) If you’re an avid yogi and have your own blanket, bolster, blocks, or belt you are welcome to bring those as well. We have everything on hand that you need to participate in any of our classes. All you really need is the appropriate clothing and/or footwear, and an open mind.

How much does it cost?

Here’s a breakdown of the cost for classes at JTB.

New students– $20 for your first week of unlimited classes. This option can only be purchased at or before your first visit. Starting with your first class, you are welcome to try any and all of our classes for the next 7 consecutive days!

Drop in– $15

5 class pass– $75

Memberships

If you are taking 3 or more classes per month, the most cost-effective way to pay for classes is with our Unlimited Membership. The cost is a recurring auto-payment of $118 per month, with a 6-month commitment. There is a $100 fee to cancel the membership before 6 months is up. It will also auto renew, so if you want to opt out you can just let us know once your commitment is over.

Want to join us virtually? We also have an unlimited virtual membership for $59 per month autopay, with no commitment. This includes all virtual class options and unlimited access to our Video on Demand catalog.

Ready to get started?

I hope this helps you feel more confident and excited to visit us and join in on some of our classes. If you have more questions that aren’t covered here, or just want to schedule a time to come in and tour our facility before your first class, don’t hesitate to send us a message or call 508-341-4913. We are here to help!

I can’t wait to meet you.

Xo,

Jess

August 28, 2019

Can You do Only One Type of Workout?

It is a very beautiful thing to have found your favorite fitness class…

The one.

You might be in love with your favorite barre class and maybe a little too intimidated to try something else…

You may have Suryanamaskar A and B totally down and cling the comfort of that yoga class…

You may even feel like you’ve found what many refer to as their soulmate workout, like Buti Yoga, and be totally in love.

“It has everything – I’m good!

I don’t need to try anything else!”

Can you get everything you need from one workout?

The short answer is, no.

Even die-hard fitness adrenaline junkies, who you may find at a Strength, HIIT or Butts + Guts class – will need to mix it up with something more restorative….and keep their bodies guessing in order to grow and breakthrough any plateaus.

Why?

Our bodies crave various movement.

Have you ever taken yoga classes, only to find your body craves strength to feed your beautiful muscles?

Have you ever taken multiple barre classes, and get the urge to just sprint?

If not, that’s totally okay – but it may be time to feed your body different movement styles!

As you increase your body’s intuition, you will start to get a better understanding of what it needs to fit your goals.

In order to strengthen, to relax, to stretch, and to support you in your daily tasks.

Move your body in as many different ways as possible. Become more adaptive to different movement patterns.

Not only does this change the patterning of your brain, (making you smarter, a more creative thinker and adaptable) but it makes daily tasks easier with a multi-faceted fitness toolbox.

Your body is multidimensional, your spirit is multifaceted – like a crystal will many edges and sides, with its own brilliance.

Fortunately for you, JTB Wellness has this all in mind during the careful curation of our schedule.

Be sure to vary up the way you move your body – check our schedule, ask a member of our staff or send us a message if you want to learn more ways you can challenge your body and mind in new ways!

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