Mudroots & Moonlight

Every impressive Yoga Trapeze pose begins with the basics.

One of the most common questions I hear is, “How do I get into Superwoman?” My answer is almost always the same: build your foundation first.

In this video, I’m practicing two beginner-friendly shoulder exercises:
• Locust Push-Ups
• Locust Shoulder Circles (both directions)

These movements develop shoulder strength, mobility, stability, and body awareness—the ingredients that make more advanced flying feel stronger, safer, and more enjoyable.

The goal isn’t to rush into advanced poses. It’s to build a resilient body that moves with confidence, one step at a time.

Have you ever wanted to try a Yoga Trapeze? Let me know in the comments what questions you have!

Age. Fitness. Flexibility.

None of these are the ticket to practicing on the yoga trapeze.

Showing up is.

The yoga trapeze meets your body exactly where it is today—not where you think it should be. With the support of the hammock and gravity, you can build strength, improve mobility, and move with more ease at your own pace.

Every body has a place here. 💚

Have you ever wanted to try a yoga trapeze?

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Have you noticed your neck creeping forward, your shoulders getting tighter, or that stubborn tension between your shoulder blades after hours at a computer or looking at your phone?

You’re not imagining it. Modern life asks a lot of our upper backs.

This quick 4-part Yoga Trapeze practice is one of my favorite ways to unwind the spine, open the chest, and give the neck and shoulders a chance to reset. In less than five minutes, you’ll create space where your body has been holding tension all day.

You don’t need an hour-long workout to feel a difference. Sometimes five intentional minutes are enough to help your body breathe a little easier.

💾 Save this video so it’s ready the next time your neck and upper back need a reset.

Do you carry more tension in your neck, shoulders, or between your shoulder blades? Let me know in the comments.

If you’re in the New Haven or Fairfield area and want to experience Yoga Trapeze in person, send me a message or check out my upcoming classes.

POV: Fly like a goddess. Feel like a goddess.

Meanwhile, the neighbors are wondering what exactly is happening in the backyard. 😂

But honestly?
A little more play.�A little more fresh air.�A little more time upside down.
That's my version of fitness.
Who says strength can't be fun?

Have you tried a goddess climb up in the hammock?
Drop a 👑 if you want to fly and feel like a goddess.

I took my first aerial hammock class at 47. ✨

At the time, I was already teaching yoga when aerial fitness arrived at the gym where I worked. I was curious, tried one class… and instantly fell in love.

What many people don’t realize is that I had no gymnastics background, no dance training, and no prior aerial experience when I started.

I simply began.

Over time, that curiosity grew into a passion. I became certified in aerial yoga and Yoga Trapeze®, and eventually explored lyra, lollipop lyra, and pole because aerial movement made me feel strong, playful, confident, and fully alive in my body again.

Yes, aerial builds strength, mobility, balance, flexibility, and grip strength — all so important for healthy aging.

But for me, the greatest transformation was deeper than physical.

Aerial changed the way I relate to my body.

Instead of focusing on limitations, I began appreciating what my body could DO.

Especially in midlife, that shift is powerful.

You are not too old.
You are not too late.
You do not need prior experience to begin something new.

Sometimes one curious step can change everything. 🦋

If this story resonates with you, share this with someone who needs the reminder.

What activity changed your perception of what your body could or couldn’t do? Share in the comments.

Three minutes. That’s all.

Every Sunday, I started giving myself this simple reset, and it quietly changed how the rest of my week felt. Not because it was a hard workout. Because it was exactly what my body needed.

✨ Let the fabric gently decompress your spine.
✨ Open the chest and undo hours of rounding through the upper back and shoulders.
✨ Soften the hips, relax the pelvis, and remember what it feels like to be fully supported.

No reps.
No pushing.
No tracking progress.

Just a few minutes where your body gets to receive instead of perform.

Some Sundays I stay for all three movements. Other weeks I pick one and linger for 90 seconds. Both are enough.

If your back has been talking to you lately, try this gentle reset and notice how your body responds.

💛 Save this post so you have it for your next Sunday reset—or for that Wednesday afternoon when everything feels tight. And if someone you love has been carrying too much, share this with them. Sometimes three minutes of support can change the whole day.

Weekend dilemma solved. 😎

When you can't decide between soaking in the hot tub or spending time in the Yoga Trapeze...

Why not both?

One of my favorite things about having a portable aerial rig is the freedom to create movement spaces wherever inspiration strikes. This weekend, that happened to be next to the hot tub.

A little floating.
A little stretching.
A little soaking.

Not a bad way to spend an afternoon.

If you've ever been curious about setting up a Yoga Trapeze at home, grab my free Aerial Rig Guide through the link in the comments (or send me a message and I'll point you in the right direction).

Would you choose the hot tub, the Yoga Trapeze, or both? 👇

Want your Yoga Trapeze to last?

Don't skip this simple maintenance step.

I wash my Yoga Trapeze every couple of months (or more often depending on use).

One question I get is:

"Can you throw the handles into the washer?"

Yep. I do.

I remove the carabiners and wash the handles along with the hammock on a gentle cycle.

For detergent, I typically use a gentle detergent pod, but ½ cup of white vinegar works well too.

A few tips:
✔ Remove the carabiners first
✔ Use a gentle cycle
✔ Air dry only

Keeping your equipment clean helps it stay fresh and ready for practice.

What’s your favorite laundry scent? 🌿🧺

Save this post for your next Yoga Trapeze cleaning day and share it with your fellow aerial yoga friend.