08/11/2026
✨ Student Spotlight Shelly ✨
What brought you to LUY for the first time?
After a medical diagnosis in 2022, I was looking for ways to build strength, increase flexibility, and calm my nervous system. I found Lauren’s website and decided to give it a try.
How has your practice changed since you started?
When I first started yoga, I couldn’t even touch my toes. That is no longer the case. Yoga has helped me learn ways to calm my mind, body, and soul.
What’s your favorite class or style at LUY and why?
The first class I attended was bedtime yoga and slowly worked my way to Hatha and Slow Flow classes. Honestly, I’m a Slow Flow fan. You get the slower pace but still the benefits of increasing balance, core strength, and flexibility.
What benefits have you noticed in your daily life from yoga?
So many benefits with yoga, but the most important to me is yoga has reminded me to practice gratitude each and every day.
What would you say to someone who feels nervous about trying yoga?
If you’re feeling nervous to try yoga, I would definitely suggest trying LUY. You will always feel welcomed. You can’t not love it here!
What does LUY mean to you?
LUY means a lot to me. When I think of LUY, I think of community, kindness, and amazing humans! The studio is very cozy too!
Shelly has been with LUY since the old days of garage door cracks and concrete floors. 😂 Five years later, she’s still here! It’s pretty special to look back at how much has changed—both in her practice and in this little studio. I’m incredibly grateful she’s been along for the ride and is still such a special part of the LUY community.
