Author: Crystal

  • Yoga Elements Class Schedule

    Opening Monday, March 7, 2016!   We are excited to be opening up in our new location on March 7 and welcoming our clients from Pura Vida Yoga and all new students!   Our studio features a variety of class formats, including vinyasa, alignment, therapeutic, and restorative.  We hope to appeal to a wide group of… Read more

  • Refresh Your Space with Essential Oils

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    As published in Nature’s Pathways – Northeast Wisconsin January 2016: Essential oils have so many wonderful uses and provide a multitude of ways to replace products in your home with safe, natural alternatives. One of my favorite ways to use essential oils is in room spray. It uses few ingredients, it’s simple and doesn’t contain… Read more

  • NEW Yoga Elements

    We are excited to announce that as of March 1, Pura Vida Yoga will become Yoga Elements! Ownership – Kathy Davis, who currently teaches Alignment Yoga, will become a co-owner and partner with Crystal Hill in managing the new studio. A new location – the studio will be moving to 1981 Midway Road, Unit D,… Read more

  • Refresh and renew your room with essential oils

    Article below as published in NATURE’S PATHWAYS – Northeast Wisconsin – January 2016 edition Written by  Crystal M. Hill Essential oils have so many wonderful uses and provide a multitude of ways to replace products in your home with safe, natural alternatives. One of my favorite ways to use essential oils is in room spray.… Read more

  • Yoga for Soccer

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    As seen in Nature’s Pathways Northeast Wisconsin Sept 2015 edition! Written by  Crystal M. Hill Yoga for soccer Soccer is on many minds these days. Whether playing it, watching a friend/family member play it or following the World Cup, it’s an exciting time of the year! It is a versatile sport too! Have you ever… Read more

  • Essential Oils & Yoga

      Check out my recent article in the Northeast Wisconsin July 2015 publication of Nature’s Pathways Magazine!   Enhancing your yoga practice with essential oils Essential oils possess a varied and established history. These extracted plant compounds have been used throughout the ages for their medicinal and therapeutic benefits. The applications of essential oils are numerous. More… Read more

  • Can Money Buy Happiness?

    A lot of us would say no, because we’ve been taught to say no.  In most cases it’s true…problems don’t disappear with an increase in wealth.  You may alleviate some issues, but other problems can arise.  Yet there are ways that money can buy happiness! Michael Norton Ph.D tackles this topic and discusses ways to use… Read more

  • Essential Oil Insect Repellent

    Summer is upon us!  That also means bugs are up on us…literally!  yuck.  To keep mosquitoes, ticks and other unwanted biting critters off of you and your family, try a safe, DIY recipe using essential oils: In a 40z, dark, glass bottle combine: 2 oz apple cider vinegar or witch hazel 2 oz water OR  2… Read more

  • Weekly Workout #12 – Restorative Yoga

    We all go-go-go so hard every day…work, school, extra-curricular activities, home maintenance, etc.  Time to take some time to restore and renew! Spend 10+ minutes doing each of the following: 1.  Supported Child’s Pose  (Place a pillow, folded blanket or bolster underneath your chest/torso as you rest in this pose.) 2.  Supine Twist  (While lying… Read more

  • Want to be a yoga teacher?

     200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training  with Crystal M Hill – E-RYT, CTA, CYPT   Location:   Pura Vida Yoga, LLC 2416 W Nordale Dr Appleton, WI 54914   Gain confidence, skills, and experience to teach challenging, dynamic and FUN yoga classes for participants of all levels! Emerge from training ready to teach yoga anywhere. Apply in… Read more