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