It’s not just for overweight middle aged guys anymore.
Midwest Power Yoga is a cool little studio in De Pere that specializes in all that is the ancient practice of mind/body movement and position. Part of the Gonzo Guide Green Bay mantra is to get out and be active, and we’ve never done the whole yoga thing. So, we are going to dip the proverbial toe in before we go and pull a hammy doing the downward dog, or praying mantis or what have you. In order to do that we talked to Krissy Zegers, owner and Zen Master of Midwest Power Yoga to give us a good idea as to what this scene is all about.
Krissy, yoga for you is more than just a 2x per week thing. It’s a lifestyle. What is the draw?
"The draw is that people begin to feel amazing about themselves after practicing regularly. People being to feel so good. Their energy is increased, they feel more alive, their bodies can move again… Practicing can bring the life back into people and rejuvenate them."
If you can’t touch your toes, can you do yoga? I can’t touch my toes Krissy, am I doomed to yoga failure?
"You are not doomed to yoga failure. We encourage people to have a flexible mind. Through the yoga asana practice you may be able to actually touch your toes in time. For some people that time can be one week for others it may take years. Everyone has a starting point…we work from that starting point to increase flexibility and strength and mentally learn to let go."
For the yoga-heads out there, I’m sure you’ve got the high level uber-bendy yoga right? What are some of the more challenging or different classes you offer?
"For every class we teach to whoever is in the room, each student determines the intensity with which he or she will work each pose. Each class will take you to your edge and pull more out you than you thought possible. We offer modifications that can help every person through the class."
Why did you choose De Pere for your new Midwest Power Yoga studio?
"I chose De Pere because the space was perfect for yoga. We are in an old-dance studio in the old Ford Bakery building. The space has a great energy and it is beautiful. In addition, the community has a number of like-minded businesses. The community really pulls together to support each other."
What is the best way to get started on the yoga-Zen path with Midwest Power Yoga? Any packages or instruction options our Gonzo Guide readers might enjoy?
"The best way to get started is to show up at class. We have basics classes Monday and Wednesday at 5:00 p.m. and Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. This is a great place to start."
"Visit our website for package information www.midwestpoweryoga.com. We do have a variety of packages available for people. We offer a 5, 10 and 20 package of classes in addition to unlimited monthly membership. All classes are drop-in, which means you do not have to come to the same class every week, you can use your package for any class any time of the week. We also offer community classes for $6 per person on Wednesday and Saturday mornings and student pricing."
Krissy, it seems like you’ve got a good thing going with Midwest Power Yoga.
Are you enjoying it?
"I love it. To me this is such a great way to share yoga with other people. Yoga has done wonderful things for me and my life and I want others to be able to experience it."
See, yoga works for Krissy. She seems pretty happy and she does this stuff all the time! You need to try it too! You deserve to be happy!
Some sweet mind body spirit action. Gonzo Guide Green Bay can dig that.
Check out Midwest Power Yoga to find your balance.
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Gomez Gonzo
Gonzo Editor-at-Large
Gomez@gonzoguidegreenbay.com
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