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Welcome to Yoga with Krista — where ancient practice meets modern healing. I’m Krista Shirley, a Level II Authorized Ashtanga Yoga teacher and founder of The Yoga Shala in Maitland, Florida. Here you’ll find intelligent, healing-centered movement rooted in Ashtanga and expanded through body mechanics, neuroscience, and nervous-system-safe practices. This channel offers: ✔️ Ashtanga Yoga tutorials & modifications ✔️ Body mechanics & functional movement for pain relief ✔️ Breathwork & meditation for balance and focus ✔️ Trauma-informed tools for nervous system regulation Whether you’re rebuilding after injury, seeking deeper strength, or learning to move pain-free — you’re in the right place. And be sure to check out my other channel @bodymechanicsmethod 🌐 www.theyogashala.com |✉️ [email protected] 💌 Newsletter: link.theyogashala.com/widget/form/G7HGiCMac3IhccPv… #AshtangaYoga #BodyMechanics #HealingThroughMovement #breathwork #Meditation #nervoussystemsupport

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