THE BLOG

Seventeen years ago, a heart attack could have ended my life, but instead I’m alive and well – able to hike, bike, and run on mountain trails, paddle on lakes, practice and teach yoga, swim, write, and enjoy this wonderful life.

I kept telling myself the same story throughout my life. “I wish I were more creative or good at art, but I’m just not.” What's a limiting belief you tell yourself that isn't true?

Learn about the benefits of yin yoga and get links to "how-to" YouTube videos for yin poses.

This post is a summary of my recent road trip through the Dakotas to visit Badlands National Park, Theodore Roosevelt National Park, and Custer State Park.

Vitamin D is one of those nutrients many of us assume we’re getting enough of, especially if we spend time outdoors. But between limited sun exposure, seasonal changes, and dietary gaps, deficiency is more common than most people realize.

Protein is having a moment, but the hype can make it hard to know what’s true. Learn how much protein you actually need, whether plant-based eaters can get enough, and what the science really says about protein for health and longevity.

Spending time in nature is scientifically shown to lower cortisol levels and heart rate, offering a natural remedy for a busy, overstimulated mind. Join Firefly in enjoying the great outdoors this summer with these events.

In a culture that often celebrates pushing harder, choosing to recover well may be the most powerful way to keep moving.

Learn why social connection is a health habit and cultivate belonging in your life.

Strength training is one of the most effective ways to support longevity, resilience, and everyday function. Pair it with smart recovery, mobility work, and consistent movement, and you create a foundation for lifelong health.

The shoulder is the most mobile joint in your body, but that mobility requires stability. By opening the front body and strengthening the back body, you create a corset of support that protects your neck and helps you move through your yoga practice—and your day—with ease.

For Mental Health Awareness Month, we're sharing tips to support you.

Discover why creatine is more than a muscle-building supplement, with research on ATP regeneration, fatigue, recovery, cognition, and longevity.

There is no Planet B. Learn how you can get involved to protect the planet not only on Earth Day, but beyond.

The secret to longevity is moving more. Use these tips to get moving.

If you experience chronic lower back tightness, the culprit is rarely the spine itself. Usually, the back is just the victim of your pelvis's position. Whether you sit at a desk all day or stand for long hours, your pelvic alignment determines how much pressure your lower back has to bear. In this new series of videos, we progress from Awareness to Mobility to Deep Release.

Use these simple seasonal adjustments that emphasize lightness, movement, and renewal to help you transition smoothly into spring.

Transformation takes time. Instead of comparing our current position with the final goal, we should acknowledge that wherever we are on our journey is sufficient. Like a blossoming flower, at every stage of growth, we are exactly where we need to be.

Support your knee health by engaging your glutes and thighs to create a stable structure.

Roots are important for building a strong foundation. This post is about my roots and how grateful I am for my family and friends.