Christina
Spallina
Hometown: Saline, Michigan
How many years have you practiced yoga: 13
Favorite yoga pose: Low-lunge twist
Words to live by: Leave a heart better than you found it
Why did you start practicing yoga: To feel peace
Mantra or daily affirmation: Everything is recoverable
Favorite book: So many, but not one favorite
What informs your practice: Feeling
Your advice for beginner yogis: Try as many teachers as you can to find one that resonates with you, and keep at it.
3 words to describe you: Strong, sensitive, brave
The pose that challenges you the most: Forearm stand
The best advice you've ever received: "Mind your own business" - my grandmother
What's your teaching style: Graceful, steady, powerful
What do you do for fun: Travel, eat good food, ride horses, drink wine with friends, and play with my dog
What are you most grateful for: My family, friends, and animals
What brings you peace: Spending time with good friends, yoga, animals, being outside
Where is your happy place: Riding a horse
Who/what inspires you the most: Authentic, driven people
Instagram handle: @christinaspallina
