Think Savasana (Corpse Pose) means lying flat on the floor and forcing yourself with all your might not to move?

Not at all.

If lying flat makes your back ache, your neck feel strained or your mind race, there are many ways to make Savasana more comfortable—and more relaxing.

In today's How-To, I...

Can everyone use the same equipment in the same way?

Not always!

In today's HealthRex video, our favourite purple T. rex discovers that performing an overhead press with a large T. rex body and very tiny arms isn't quite as straightforward as it looks.

Does that mean giving up?

Absolutely not.

The overhead press is one of the best exercises for building shoulder strength, improving upper body stability and making everyday activities—like putting dishes away or lifting groceries—feel easier.

But it's also a movement that's often done with too much weight, too much speed or by arching the ...

Breathe in and out.

Repeat: "I am worthy."

No justifications, or need to 'earn' it.

No, "I'll be worthy when..."

Simply: I am worthy.

Because you are.

Cheers,
Meg

Breathe in and out.

Repeat: "Progress can look like pauses."

Forging ahead no matter the cost often leads to burnout.

Sometimes, a pause can create the space needed to give yourself clarity.

Progress, not perfection.

Pauses, not burnout.

Cheers,
Meg

Hey friends! Please remember we are closed for the August long weekend, Monday, August 3, 2026.

All classes return on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.

Questions? Email [email protected]

Have a great weekend!

Cheers,
Meg

Looking for yoga, Pilates or fitness classes in North Dundas this August? We'd love to welcome you to HealthGirl Studio in Chesterville. 

Whether you're building strength, improving flexibility, easing aches and pains, reducing stress, or simply making time for yourself, our small, welcoming classe...

Can everyone do every yoga pose exactly the same way?

Nope.

Not even HealthRex.

In today's video, our favourite purple dinosaur discovers that lying on the floor for Locust Pose isn't exactly easy when you're a T. rex!

So... what does it do?

It adapts.

Instead of giving up, HealthRex demonstra...

Cobra Pose Hurts My Back. Is There Another Option?

If Cobra Pose doesn't feel comfortable for your body, you're not alone.

Today's movement is Locust Pose (Salabhasana)—a fantastic way to strengthen your back muscles while improving posture, stability and body awareness.

Unlike Cobra, where your ...