Yoga in a funny way helped me find my way on a personal level and helped me with my overall way of looking at life. When I met Teresa I was just getting into what yoga was all about and was trying to find an instructor that was fun and kept my attention during a class. I was used to more of the upbeat, fast tempo classes such as step or dance type classes. Once I started Teresa's classes I started to understand the poses and the movement a lot more. Teresa taught me how to concentrate on certain parts of my body during each pose and what the benefit of the pose was. I really started to understand how it all went together and what a great all over body work out it really was. I just fell in love with yoga and started to go to different studios, as well as still attending Teresa's class, just to see what else was out there as well as different types of yoga. Overall though Teresa taught me all the fundamentals of yoga so that I could attend other classes and feel comfortable trying things out. Yoga overall gave more definition all over, increased my flexibility a lot and just made me feel good all over. Not only was my body showing a difference from practicing but my mind became more calm and balanced. I'm very sad to say right now I'm in nursing school and I don't have a much time to practice yoga as much as I would like but keeping in touch with Teresa and be able to talk to her about things has inspired me to get my certification for yoga. When I finish the nursing program I will get my yoga certification and hopefully one day help Teresa on her road to happiness teaching yoga and doing what she loves!!!
Tatum, 34
"Yoga is FABULOUS! I am new to this amazing technique of being not only physically fit but mentally and even emotionally well also. I have a yoga DVD that I was doing at home early last year and I immediately noticed how more relaxed I felt after doing the routine. When I joined LA Fitness in September I decided to brave a Friday morning yoga class. I've been attending Teresa's class ever since. I work hard doing strength training and cardio Monday through Thursday then look forward to stretching it all out with Teresa on Friday mornings. By then I usually have some tight or sore muscles and she always helps work all that out. I really enjoy her class. She does a great job of explaining each pose, reminding us to breath, checking to make sure we're doing it correctly (even in a huge class!) and I enjoy the music as well. I leave not only feeling more centered and relaxed but also stronger, more empowered woman! I will continue to attend her class and plan on making yoga a life-long part of my fitness routine!"
-Ali Hall, 29
Tatum, 34
"Yoga is FABULOUS! I am new to this amazing technique of being not only physically fit but mentally and even emotionally well also. I have a yoga DVD that I was doing at home early last year and I immediately noticed how more relaxed I felt after doing the routine. When I joined LA Fitness in September I decided to brave a Friday morning yoga class. I've been attending Teresa's class ever since. I work hard doing strength training and cardio Monday through Thursday then look forward to stretching it all out with Teresa on Friday mornings. By then I usually have some tight or sore muscles and she always helps work all that out. I really enjoy her class. She does a great job of explaining each pose, reminding us to breath, checking to make sure we're doing it correctly (even in a huge class!) and I enjoy the music as well. I leave not only feeling more centered and relaxed but also stronger, more empowered woman! I will continue to attend her class and plan on making yoga a life-long part of my fitness routine!"
-Ali Hall, 29
After personal training with Teresa since February of 2005 , I consider Pilates and yoga to be a gift to my mind and body!
I am a woman in my fifties, who after some health issues, decided I needed to take control of how I felt and where I wanted to be physically in my life. Looking back, I almost laugh at the lack of balance and core strength that I had. Teresa's expertise in yoga and Pilates has not only provided proper instruction but encouragement and persistence that has paid big dividends. Dropped inches, toned body, and a clear alert mind have been (to my delight) the benefits. My positive experience far exceeds the expectations I had when I began - mid life definitely doesn't have to mean out of shape and frumpy!
-Kris,50's
I am a woman in my fifties, who after some health issues, decided I needed to take control of how I felt and where I wanted to be physically in my life. Looking back, I almost laugh at the lack of balance and core strength that I had. Teresa's expertise in yoga and Pilates has not only provided proper instruction but encouragement and persistence that has paid big dividends. Dropped inches, toned body, and a clear alert mind have been (to my delight) the benefits. My positive experience far exceeds the expectations I had when I began - mid life definitely doesn't have to mean out of shape and frumpy!
-Kris,50's
I am 22 years old male and have been participating in Teresa's yoga for the last 5 months. I am into lifting, intramural athletics, and winter sports so I hoped to increase flexibility. At first I was a bit skeptical if yoga was for me but I have been pleasantly surprised. From my legs to hips and up to my shoulders, I have noticed a huge difference in my flexibility. Teresa has offered me a way to gauge where I was and continue to improve in alignment, strength, and confidence. Setting personal goals in class has allowed me to witness my progress firsthand. By offering modified positions of poses I was able to increase my strength and progress into new positions. Her classes are great because you can start off slow and work your way up to multiple classes per week. Overall the class is well worth an hour a week. I have noticed an increase in lifting weights as well as a reduction of injuries playing intramural sports. For an active lifestyle yoga to me is a must.
-Parvin
-Parvin
I have been practicing yoga for almost a year, primarily with Teresa. Teresa has been the best yoga instructor I have had. She is always ready to help and always excited to teach her class. Her energy has kept me coming back. After years of playing sports, I was left with shoulder, back and neck problems. After encouragement from my girlfriend, I signed up for a yoga class. After a few classes I was sleeping better and my shoulder, back, and neck problems had nearly vanished. Also, I was able to get stronger and perform better in my pick-up football games. Because of these improvements I have stuck with practicing yoga on a consistent basis and plan on doing so for as long as possible.
-Adam
Get to know Teresa Porter -- she is an inspiring, authentic, and caring person who is on a path of self-development through helping others. She truly practices - Be The Change You Want to see philosophy. Doing business with her will lead to good things.
Marcia Tutora, Business Development at www.bedohavecoach.com
-Adam
Get to know Teresa Porter -- she is an inspiring, authentic, and caring person who is on a path of self-development through helping others. She truly practices - Be The Change You Want to see philosophy. Doing business with her will lead to good things.
Marcia Tutora, Business Development at www.bedohavecoach.com
I have been taking yoga from Teresa for about 2 years. I lived in California for several years and tried 1/2 a dozen different yoga instructors, Teresa is far and away the best instructor I've had! Her class has a great flow, just a enough calming poses balanced with poses/sun salutations to get your heart rate going. I love her energy and the music she uses. Music choice is a big deal to me for anywork out routine! I run on a regular basis and sit at a computer for 8 plus hours a day. I notice yoga helps me with running as it strengthens and stretches where I need. When I skip yoga, I notice a difference in how sitting all day takes more of a toll on my body.
Above all, I look forward to yoga as a time to have quiet, meditation...clear my mind. It's a spiritual experience for me as well as a physical workout!
-Rebecca Turley - 33
Above all, I look forward to yoga as a time to have quiet, meditation...clear my mind. It's a spiritual experience for me as well as a physical workout!
-Rebecca Turley - 33
I started doing yoga about 2 years ago and find it so helpful to me in my everyday life. I have stiffness, especially in my neck and yoga really helps me stay limber with all the stretches you do in the class. It also helps keep my headaches away. I have two small children of my own at home and having a little time away for myself to help clear the mind and to relax helps me refocus. All mothers need that. Teresa is great at what she does. I have tried other yoga instructors in the past just to see how they handle their classes and I keep coming back to Teresa. She has great follow thrus from one pose to another...she is creative/steps it up a few notches everytime I go to her class. The music she plays is relaxing and she is well liked by other students. Teresa keeps me motivated and I need that push sometimes. I have gotten to know her a little better thru the years, not just in the class but after hours too and she is a great gal. I encourage everyone to give her class a try and I guarantee you'll come back for more. (not just for women either :) )
-My name is Lanette and I am 42 years old.
-My name is Lanette and I am 42 years old.
Teresa is a wonderful Massage Therapist and I have been receiving treatments from her since November. 1999. She is not only is concerned about whether the massage make you feel good but your health as well. I was having trouble with my right arm from removing staples from job packets at work. I mean thousands of job packets so that they could be scanned into the computer. My are was so sore that it throbbed at night, and I couldn't sleep. After a few sessions of massage she was able to relieve that pain that I was having, and now I am back to normal. She is also really great at taking the pain out of your neck and shoulders. If we would just do what she tell us, we would be much better off.
-Lynette Hays
I've been receiving massages from Teresa since she started doing massage back in 1999. I was in a severe car accident several years ago and suffered whiplash. I have had chronic pain in my neck and shoulders since then. Getting massages has helped me manage the pain. Teresa's knowledge of deep tissue, trigger points, and different tension release practices is not something that I can get from any massage therapist. Getting massages on regular basis is a priority for my health and stress relief!
-Rebecca Turley 33
As a dentist, I not only perform intricate procedures with my hands, but also position my body in ways that creates muscle tension and pain in my neck and back. I have been receiving chiropractic care since 2005 and began incorporating massage therapy with Teresa into my wellness routine since November of 2008. What a difference it has made! The massages I receive every 2 weeks really help relax my entire body, especially my neck, back, and shoulders. Teresa is extremely knowlegeable and incorporates various techinques into the massage, depending on what she detects my body needs at each session. By using the hot stones, she allows the heat to deeply penetrate tight and aching muscles for longer lasting relief. She has also taught me multiple streches and exercises to relieve tension and prevent repetitive motion injuries. She is a wonderful therapist who is truly committed to teaching us how to improve our health.
-Dr. King 35 years
I have been receiving massages from Teresa since September of 2008. My workout routine and desk job have resulted in substantial knots and tightness in my back. I have experienced extraordinary relief through hot stone and deep tissue massage that I receive from Teresa. I currently schedule a one-hour massage every three weeks, although I'm sure my body actually needs more frequent treatment! Regular massage therapy, in conjunction with chiropractic, has allowed me to workout pain free and lead a happier, healthier life!
-Kelsie - age 32
Since March of 2008, I started receiving massage therapy from Teresa to control reoccurring back pain. I have had tremendous improvement with regular visits to Teresa and can say that I am pain free 99% of the time! The deep tissue massage keeps my muscles relaxed and pain free until my next appointment. I appreciate that Teresa works with me to find the right techniques and pressure to meet my needs while still making the massage a serene and relaxing experience. She is very knowledgeable, grounded, and tuned into her clients. The benefits of her massages extend into my day-to-day wellness because she also helps me to understand what's going on with my muscles and joints and to identify habits potentially causing aches and knots. I am so grateful to Teresa for helping me find that balance in my life to stay active while teaching me better habits to care for my body.
-Keri, 32
My name is Natalie,28 and I am a professional hairstylist of 10 years. Unfortunately with my profession comes aches and pains in my neck, shoulders, and back. I lucked out and found Teresa Porter in March of 2008. She has given me many massages to help release some pressure and pain in my back. It has helped so much. Since I have gone to her I have had less pain and it has been easier to work. She knows many different techniques, is very knowledgeable in the way our bodies work and is constantly learning newer and better ways of massage. I feel very comfortable when she is working on me and she has a friendly personality. I think that everyone should have the opportunity to get a massage from her. I have sent my family and friends to her. I recommend anyone to her. She is great!!!
-Lynette Hays
I've been receiving massages from Teresa since she started doing massage back in 1999. I was in a severe car accident several years ago and suffered whiplash. I have had chronic pain in my neck and shoulders since then. Getting massages has helped me manage the pain. Teresa's knowledge of deep tissue, trigger points, and different tension release practices is not something that I can get from any massage therapist. Getting massages on regular basis is a priority for my health and stress relief!
-Rebecca Turley 33
As a dentist, I not only perform intricate procedures with my hands, but also position my body in ways that creates muscle tension and pain in my neck and back. I have been receiving chiropractic care since 2005 and began incorporating massage therapy with Teresa into my wellness routine since November of 2008. What a difference it has made! The massages I receive every 2 weeks really help relax my entire body, especially my neck, back, and shoulders. Teresa is extremely knowlegeable and incorporates various techinques into the massage, depending on what she detects my body needs at each session. By using the hot stones, she allows the heat to deeply penetrate tight and aching muscles for longer lasting relief. She has also taught me multiple streches and exercises to relieve tension and prevent repetitive motion injuries. She is a wonderful therapist who is truly committed to teaching us how to improve our health.
-Dr. King 35 years
I have been receiving massages from Teresa since September of 2008. My workout routine and desk job have resulted in substantial knots and tightness in my back. I have experienced extraordinary relief through hot stone and deep tissue massage that I receive from Teresa. I currently schedule a one-hour massage every three weeks, although I'm sure my body actually needs more frequent treatment! Regular massage therapy, in conjunction with chiropractic, has allowed me to workout pain free and lead a happier, healthier life!
-Kelsie - age 32
Since March of 2008, I started receiving massage therapy from Teresa to control reoccurring back pain. I have had tremendous improvement with regular visits to Teresa and can say that I am pain free 99% of the time! The deep tissue massage keeps my muscles relaxed and pain free until my next appointment. I appreciate that Teresa works with me to find the right techniques and pressure to meet my needs while still making the massage a serene and relaxing experience. She is very knowledgeable, grounded, and tuned into her clients. The benefits of her massages extend into my day-to-day wellness because she also helps me to understand what's going on with my muscles and joints and to identify habits potentially causing aches and knots. I am so grateful to Teresa for helping me find that balance in my life to stay active while teaching me better habits to care for my body.
-Keri, 32
My name is Natalie,28 and I am a professional hairstylist of 10 years. Unfortunately with my profession comes aches and pains in my neck, shoulders, and back. I lucked out and found Teresa Porter in March of 2008. She has given me many massages to help release some pressure and pain in my back. It has helped so much. Since I have gone to her I have had less pain and it has been easier to work. She knows many different techniques, is very knowledgeable in the way our bodies work and is constantly learning newer and better ways of massage. I feel very comfortable when she is working on me and she has a friendly personality. I think that everyone should have the opportunity to get a massage from her. I have sent my family and friends to her. I recommend anyone to her. She is great!!!
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I put a lot of stress on my body and mind through training for marathons and triathlons and being an engineering student. When I come to yoga class on Mondays and Fridays I can almost feel my body giving a sigh of relief. It is finally time to focus on relaxing the over-worked muscles and calming the stressed-out mind.
I have been doing yoga with Teresa since January of 2009, and she is amazing. She explains the purpose of poses we are working on as well as how to modify them to meet the required level. I have never felt like I'm not good enough to be in her class or that her class is too easy. When my concentration falters, Teresa always has a helpful comment. My favorite is, "Remember not to clench your toes." It is like she knows!
With only 2 hours each week, I have seen improvements in my balance, my coordination, my focus, and my energy. Beyond this, I have learned more about my own body and mind by focusing on where I feel sore or weak and learning how simple breathing can relieve stress.
Jessica Ruiz – 26
I have been doing yoga with Teresa since January of 2009, and she is amazing. She explains the purpose of poses we are working on as well as how to modify them to meet the required level. I have never felt like I'm not good enough to be in her class or that her class is too easy. When my concentration falters, Teresa always has a helpful comment. My favorite is, "Remember not to clench your toes." It is like she knows!
With only 2 hours each week, I have seen improvements in my balance, my coordination, my focus, and my energy. Beyond this, I have learned more about my own body and mind by focusing on where I feel sore or weak and learning how simple breathing can relieve stress.
Jessica Ruiz – 26
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