WellBeing Fitness

Family Yoga 💛 now offered monthly at our Groton Studio this fall!

Move. Connect. Play. Together.

Join us for a fun and welcoming Family Yoga class designed for children and grown-ups to enjoy together!

Through playful yoga poses, partner activities, movement, breathing, and relaxation, families will have a chance to slow down, laugh, move, and connect.

No yoga experience is needed, just come as you are and enjoy some special time together. This program will meet monthly with Katie Riley! Pop this on your Saturday Calendar at 3 pm September 12, Oct 10, Nov 14!!! Drop@in for one or attend them all! Enjoy the joys of Yoga, Together! Register through links, in stories, or in our special events page. Sign up in pairs and add on additional members to your group if needed. $25 a Pair $10 per add on group member message us if you need help registering.

Join us! Yoga on the Lawn at Forge and Vine. This seasonal program enjoys a peaceful way to start the day with a picturesque view that can’t be missed. Sat 8/8 at 9 AM

Please bring a yoga mat or beach towel and water. Register through our event page or links.
No experience with yoga is necessary.

Come as a drop-in for $25, or if you are a class pass or membership holder, you can use your pass for this class! (If you have the “special rate auto pay membership,” the online registration will not automatically see your account for this class, so please email us and we will add you to the list!)

Guests of the Groton Inn, please use code INN for your Groton Inn discount.

🏖️ Why a Beach Walk Is One of the Best Workouts You Can Do

There’s something special about walking along the shoreline, and your body benefits from it too!

Walking on sand naturally challenges your muscles more than walking on pavement, helping to strengthen your legs, improve balance, and increase calorie burn, all while enjoying the fresh ocean air.

Benefits of a beach walk:
🌊 Strengthens your calves, glutes, quads, and core
🌊 Improves balance and stability
🌊 Increases calorie burn thanks to the soft sand
🌊 Supports heart health and endurance
🌊 Reduces stress and boosts your mood
🌊 Connects you with nature and encourages mindfulness

Whether it’s a leisurely sunrise stroll or a brisk evening walk, every step is an investment in your health.

Challenge yourself: Aim for a 30–45 minute beach walk this weekend and notice how energized you feel afterward!

🍓 Beach Day Summer Fruit Salad ☀️

Nothing says summer like fresh, local produce! August is one of the best months in New England for delicious, nutrient-packed fruit. This simple fruit salad is perfect for the beach, the pool, picnics, or a healthy afternoon snack.

🍓 August Harvest Fruit Salad

Ingredients:
• 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
• 2 cups blueberries
• 2 peaches, diced
• 2 nectarines, diced
• 2 cups watermelon, cubed
• 1 cup cantaloupe, cubed
• 1 cup raspberries
• Fresh mint, chopped

Light Citrus Dressing
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1 teaspoon local honey (optional)
• Zest of ½ lime

Whisk the dressing together, gently toss with the fruit, and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes before serving.

💙 Why we love it:
✔ Hydrating for hot summer days
✔ Packed with antioxidants and vitamin C
✔ Naturally sweet with no refined sugar
✔ Great post-workout or beach snack
✔ Easy to make ahead and bring anywhere

This month, visit your local farm stands and farmers markets to enjoy the best of New England’s seasonal produce while supporting local growers.

What does your WellBeing look like?
Share your favorite local farm stand or your favorite summer fruit in the comments! 🍑🫐🍉

✨ Sound Baths Are Back This Fall! ✨

We’re excited to announce that Sound Baths will return on a monthly schedule this fall at WellBeing Studios! 🍂

Our sound bath experiences have become a favorite way to slow down, reset, and reconnect, and we can’t wait to welcome them back on a regular schedule!

🧘‍♀️ Stay tuned! We’ll be announcing upcoming dates soon, and registration will open shortly. These sessions tend to fill quickly, so you’ll want to reserve your space early!

Why experience a Sound Bath?

✨ Deep relaxation and stress relief
✨ Helps calm the nervous system
✨ improve sleep quality
✨ Supports mindfulness & emotional well-being
✨ Encourages mental clarity and focus
✨ Promotes a sense of inner balance and peace
✨ Creates space to simply rest, recharge, and restore

Take 75 mind to unplug from the busyness of life and allow the soothing vibrations of crystal singing bowls to leave you feeling refreshed, grounded, and renewed.

💙 Monthly Sound Baths begin this fall.
Watch for dates coming soon!

The Longevity Workout is BACK! 💪

Our July pop-up classes were such a success that we’re bringing them back for a special 3-week August session before our full 8-week Fall Longevity Program begins in September & October!

If you’ve been looking for a smart, effective way to build strength, improve balance, increase mobility, and support healthy aging, this class is for you.

✨ 3 Weeks Starting August 10
📅 Mondays & Wednesdays
🕚 11:15 AM
✔️ Choose one day per week ($36) or both days ($72)

Whether you’re returning from July or trying it for the first time, this is the perfect opportunity to experience why everyone has been talking about The Longevity Workout with Ron Rigazio.

Spaces are limited and our July classes filled quickly, so don’t wait!

📲 Register today: www.wellbeing-fitness.com/special-events
📞 978-496-1846

Move Better. Live Stronger Longer. ✨

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🌽 Grilled Corn with Creamy Greek Yogurt Sauce 🌽

A fresh, lighter take on street corn that’s packed with flavor and perfect for your next BBQ!

Ingredients

For the Corn:
• 4 ears fresh corn, husked
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp sea salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper

For the Greek Yogurt Sauce:
• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• ¼ tsp cumin
• Salt & pepper to taste

To Finish:
• Chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
• Sprinkle of smoked paprika or chili powder (optional)
• Lime wedges for serving

Directions
1️⃣ Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
2️⃣ Brush corn with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
3️⃣ Grill for 10–12 minutes, turning every few minutes until lightly charred on all sides.
4️⃣ While the corn cooks, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lime juice, honey, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper until smooth.
5️⃣ Drizzle or spread the yogurt sauce over the warm grilled corn.
6️⃣ Finish with fresh herbs, a sprinkle of smoked paprika or chili powder if desired, and a squeeze of fresh lime.

✨Tip: Add crumbled feta or cotija cheese for extra flavor, or keep it simple for a lighter, protein-packed side dish.

Vacation doesn’t have to mean putting your health on pause. 🌴✈️

One of the best things you can focus on is the intention to keep moving.

A yoga mat( or towel and comfortable floor space), a resistance band, and a comfortable pair of sneakers are all you need for a quick workout, stretch, or walk that helps you feel energized throughout your trip.

Remember:
✔️ A 20-minute workout is enough.
✔️ Walk whenever you can instead of always taking transportation.
✔️ Stretch after long flights or car rides.
✔️ Use your hotel room for bodyweight exercises.
✔️ Focus on consistency, not perfection.

Vacation is about making memories and enjoying yourself,not sticking to a perfect routine. A little movement each day can help you return home feeling refreshed instead of feeling like you have to start over.

Stay active. Feel good. Enjoy every adventure.

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💧 Hydration is about so much more than quenching your thirst…it fuels your brain, body, and overall well-being. ☀️

On hot summer days, your body loses water through sweat to keep you cool. If you don’t replace those fluids, even mild dehydration can begin to affect how you feel and function.

🧠 Your brain is nearly 75% water, so staying hydrated is essential for healthy brain function. Even a small drop in hydration can make it harder to:
• Stay focused and think clearly
• Remember information
• Make decisions
• Maintain energy and productivity
• Regulate your mood

You might notice brain fog, headaches, fatigue, irritability, or difficulty concentrating before you even feel thirsty.

💪 Hydration also:
💦 Supports healthy muscles and joints
❤️ Helps your heart circulate oxygen and nutrients efficiently
🌡️ Regulates body temperature
⚡ Improves exercise performance and recovery
🍎 Aids digestion and nutrient absorption

Simple ways to stay hydrated:
✔️ Start your morning with a glass of water.
✔️ Carry a reusable water bottle.
✔️ Eat hydrating foods like watermelon, cucumbers, berries, oranges, and tomatoes.
✔️ If you’re exercising or sweating heavily, replace electrolytes along with fluids.

Your body performs best when it’s well hydrated. Your mind is sharper, your energy is higher, and your workouts feel stronger.

Drink before you’re thirsty,your brain and body will thank you. 💙

The Stronger Runner Series

Want to run stronger, faster, and with fewer aches and pains? The Stronger Runner Series is designed specifically for runners who want to improve performance and build resilience through targeted strength training.

In this class, you’ll learn and practice bodyweight and weighted exercises that strengthen the key muscle groups runners rely on most, including the glutes, core, hips, and lower body. Each session focuses on developing strength, stability, balance, and power to help improve running efficiency, reduce injury risk, and support consistent training.

Whether you’re training for your first 5K, half marathon, marathon, or simply looking to stay healthy and strong, this class will provide practical exercises you can incorporate into your routine to become a more confident and capable runner.

Run more. Hurt less. Get stronger. Become a stronger runner.

$99 for a four-week program 4 Sessions will Start 7/30 and skip 8/20 ending 8/27.

Private Sessions can be requested for both track and road running workouts to complement this program.