Summer is here
- Jul 8
- 3 min read
Welcome to July!
Summer invites us outdoors—to walk, garden, travel, play with our children and grandchildren, explore new places, and simply enjoy life. ( I had the pleasure of visiting the Nottawa Cottage Bookstore, an amazing selection of books.)
But for many women, this season also highlights the places where their bodies don't move as easily as they once did. Tight hips. Achy knees. Stiff shoulders. Low energy. A quiet worry that aging means giving up the activities they love.
I want you to know something:
It doesn't have to be that way.
I believe movement is one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves. Every time you choose to move your body with intention, build strength, calm your mind, or simply pause to breathe, you're investing in the life we want to live—not just today, but for years to come.
My mission is simple:
I Help women over 50 stay strong, mobile, and confident through mindful movement.
Whether you're joining me for Happy Hips, Strength & Yoga, Yin, meditation, or simply reading these newsletters, I'm here to help you move well so you can live well.
July Theme: Move Well. Live Well.
This month we'll explore how mindful movement supports:
Freedom in your hips, shoulders and spine
Building strength and confidence
Calming your nervous system
Recovering well through rest and self-care
Creating a life filled with energy, connection and joy
Every class this month is designed with one question in mind:
"How can this help you continue doing what you love?"
Rather than striving to do more, let's use this energy wisely.
Ask yourself:
How do I want to feel this summer?
Strong?
Calm?
Energetic?
Confident?
Let that become your intention.
Monthly Affirmation
"I move with strength. I choose confidence. I trust the wisdom of my body."
Simple July Wellness Practice
Each morning, before reaching for your phone:
✔ Take five slow breaths.
✔ Drink a glass of water.
✔ Spend five minutes moving your body.
✔ Set one intention for the day.
Small daily actions create lasting change.
This Month in Our Community
Together we'll focus on:
Move Well – improving mobility and reducing stiffness.
Grow Strong – building strength for everyday life.
Restore Well – supporting recovery, sleep and healthy fascia.
Feel Calm – regulating the nervous system through breath and meditation.
Live Well – creating a healthy, connected lifestyle filled with purpose and joy.
No matter where you're beginning, there is a place for you here.
A Gentle Invitation
If you've been thinking about returning to movement...
If you've been telling yourself you'll start "when life slows down..."
If you're wondering whether you're too stiff, too out of shape, or too late...
This is your reminder. You are not behind.
You simply need a place to begin.
My classes welcomes women exactly as they are, and every class is designed to help you feel stronger, move with greater ease, and reconnect with confidence in your body.
I'd love to welcome you into class this month
This Week's Practice
Spend five quiet minutes each morning with one hand over your solar plexus, your belly.
Take five slow breaths.
Imagine a warm golden light expanding with every inhale.
Repeat:
I trust myself. I choose with courage. My light serves both myself and others.
Let's make this the summer you choose to move well, live well, and invest in yourself.
With gratitude,
Heather Helping Women Over 50 Stay Strong, Mobile & Confident Through Mindful Movement
July's Theme is The Energy of Summer
The Ayurvedic element is Fire (Pitta)—the energy of transformation, vitality, courage and purpose.
Our chakra focus is the Solar Plexus (Manipura), the centre of confidence, personal power and inner strength.
Our yoga pose-of-the-month is Boat Pose ( Navasana) to foster personal power & transformation
Monthly mantra: "I move with strength. I choose confidence. I trust the wisdom of my body."
My Favourite Things for July
ESSENTIAL OIL
Be Here Now Blend- Patchouli, Vetiver and Tangerine. Roll it on to come back to the here and now.
Crystal
Citrine- infuses your solar plexus with light to help make room for abundance. Leanne at ART ARROWS has an amazing selection of crystals.
(519) 323-5168 | heatherreevesyoga.ca
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