Steph the Anchor Coach. O2 Fitness Clubs, Wake Forest

06/17/2026

06/15/2026

06/07/2026

What exactly is Yin Yoga—and why do people leave class feeling so different afterward?

Yin Yoga is often mistaken for restorative yoga, but it's actually its own unique practice. By holding poses for several minutes, we create an opportunity to explore mobility, mindfulness, and stillness in a way that many of us rarely experience in daily life.

While Yin works with the body's deeper connective tissues, many students discover that the practice also creates space mentally and emotionally.

Whether you're looking to improve mobility, complement your strength training, reduce stress, or simply slow down for an hour, Yin Yoga offers a different approach than most fitness and yoga classes.

Have you tried Yin Yoga before? What surprised you most about the experience?

📚 Inspired in part by YogaRenew's discussion of Yin Yoga philosophy and Traditional Chinese Medicine concepts.

06/01/2026

✨ Sunday mornings just got better. ✨

Start your week with movement that helps you feel stronger, more mobile, and more balanced.

Core & More combines:
💪 30 minutes of focused core strengthening
🧘 30 minutes of slow-flow stretching and restorative breathing

This isn't about crunches and burnout.

It's about building a stronger foundation, improving posture and stability, releasing tension, and giving yourself an hour to reset before the week begins.

Whether you're brand new to exercise or simply looking for a class that leaves you feeling challenged and refreshed, this class is for you.

📍 O2 Fitness Clubs – Park Place
🕘 Sundays at 9:00 AM

Come move, stretch, breathe, and begin your week feeling your best.

05/31/2026

Week Two on the Clinical Side! 🩺✨

I’ve officially stepped into my new role with the incredible Duke Heart team at Duke University Hospital! 💙

For those who know my background, returning to the clinical side feels like a beautiful full-circle moment. It allows me to perfectly blend my clinical roots with everything I love about movement, behavior modification, and lifestyle coaching.

What does this mean for my coaching and fitness community?

Don’t worry—I am absolutely still here to keep you moving! While my full-time schedule is at the hospital, I’ve locked in a dedicated routine to stay active with you:

​🗓️ Saturdays: Available for limited, dedicated personal training sessions.

​☀️ Sunday Mornings: Catch me leading a group fitness class at O2 Fitness Clubs Park Place location in Morrisville! 🏋️‍♀️

​🌅 Weekday Mornings & Future Evenings: Keeping select, limited early weekday mornings, with plans to add some evening group fitness classes down the road with Raleigh Parks!

Stepping back into cardiology is only going to fuel my passion for true injury prevention, metabolic conditioning, and sustainable weight management from the inside out.

Thank you all for the immense support as I balance these two worlds. See you in the clinic or on the turf! 🚀

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05/29/2026

Join me tomorrow, May 30 @ 2:00 for Core & Restore - Glen Eden Pilot Park, Raleigh
Register here: https://ncraleighweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/iteminfo.html?Module=AR&FMID=525690476&fbclid=IwVERDUASG8opleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwzNTA2ODU1MzE3MjgAAR45igXBpb8UDfRVTqv8fIp9fRbrRCpTm5B3qnNfG6_c6csErlMRvp5ATKSl_Q_aem_sPbHPfDqSnAn1H7-yc9mcw

Raleigh Parks Health and Wellness will host a variety of fitness and mindfulness classes throughout May at the Glen Eden Pilot Park Facility. Come join us!

See all the programming listed here: https://bit.ly/4t1T7yK

05/16/2026

✨ Join me for a restorative afternoon of movement, breath, and deep core connection at Glen Eden Pilot Park.

Core & Restore is not your typical ab class. We’ll focus on the “deep” core muscles that support your spine, posture, and daily movement—without endless crunches or high-intensity burnout.

This pop-up class blends:
• foundational core stability
• restorative stretching
• breathwork
• mobility
• nervous system recovery

Whether you’re looking to build a stronger foundation, reduce tension, reconnect with your body, or simply take an hour to slow down and reset—this class is for you. 🤍

🗓 Saturday, May 30
⏰ 2:00–3:00 PM
📍 Glen Eden Pilot Park
💲 $10

Spots are limited! Register through Raleigh Parks & Recreation using Activity # HWCOREGLE-001

Move better. Feel better. Live better. ⚓️

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05/09/2026

🌿 Wellness is Popping Up in Raleigh! 🌿

I am so honored to be part of an incredible team of instructors working with Raleigh Parks to bring the Glen Eden Pilot Park community center back to life! This project is all about transforming this space into a vibrant Community Wellness Hub, and we want YOU to be the heartbeat of it.

Whether you're looking to find your flow, clear your mind, or just get moving with your neighbors, there is a place for everyone here.

✨ What to Expect:

• Variety of Activities: Explore fitness, yoga, mindfulness, and wellness sessions.
• Community Connection: A space designed to help you move, connect, and feel your best.
• Expert Guidance: Classes led by a diverse group of passionate local instructors (including me!).

​📍 The Details:
✓ ​When: May – June 2026
✓ Where: Glen Eden Pilot Park
✓ How to Join: Visit RaleighNC.gov/RecLink and search the keywords "Health and wellness pop-up" to register.

You can also scan the QR code in the flyer (check my slide/story!) to sign up directly.

Let’s make Glen Eden a hub for health and happiness together. See you at the park! 🌳💪

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