I finally got the opportunity to stop at Enliven Inner Intelligence this past Saturday! Tammy is…read moreamazing and very knowledgeable. I could have sat there all day just conversating with her! She was very thorough and explained things so that i understood exactly what I was about to go through! I am going to do my best to describe my experience. i started with the hugo machine...its a high intensity electro pulsating machine. i felt the pulsating strongest in all my "trauma" areas....i carry all my stress in my shoulder and lower back. After i then participated in the PEMF therapy chamber...focusing on detoxifying my system. This machine was a mixture of more pulsating electrodes., infared sauna and pure oxygen. I highly recommend this therapy...be prepared to sweat...when my treatment was done...i felt ...well cleansed! The pure oxygen ...left me feeling so rejuvenated. Then to end my experience I did the Inharmony 3 sound bed! I wish I had this at home. the vibrations were amazing kickstarting my serotonin. I will definitely be back and I highly recommend EVERYONE to give this a try.

I have been taking pilates in group, duo, and now private sessions with Susan for 5 years. She…read morehas taught me the fundamentals of pilates and we are now working on specific issues related to a shoulder issue while increasing my strength and correcting my posture. Susan is knowledgeable, respectful and always leaves me feeling like I stretched, strengthened and I understood the goal. You will not regret working with Susan.

I highly recommend Heather from optimum personal training to all in need of getting physical…read morefitness health back and maintaining strength at any age! I have been to numerous trainers who have done not one third of what Heather has done for my health. What took years to accomplish she has accomplished and just a short time. I continue to do and not just try. Heathers training is that of positive energy and helps you meet your goals, without overdoing it or being in pain ( except for some pain from muscles waking up, but not overpowering where you're down for a week) she's very compassionate towards all her clients and her goal is to make sure we succeeded. The past four years of having many personal trainers, Heather is the only one, who goes above and beyond to make sure our fitness is just not good but optimal. I can't stress enough, how thankful I am that Heather was placed in my path of life. It's something I don't take lightly and thank God every day for Optimum Personal Training. Again, I highly recommend Heather for all your fitness needs! Optimum personal training is the best training you will ever find in Mystic,Connecticut!

Root Yoga Studio (formerly of Old Lyme) has recently reopened its doors in the old E.E.Dickinson…read morefactory in Centerbrook (right next to the Essex Steam Train). Lucky for us and anyone who's been apprehensive to attempt a yoga class due to physical limitations - back issues or otherwise, owner Mimi Brainard has brought a game-changing tradition to the shoreline. In this fresh and lofty space, she's installed a wall of ropes and slings to provide a safe and creative way to practice fully supported classical poses with countless modifications. Don't let the ropes fool you - in no way do they suggest aerial or acrobatic yoga. After extensive training in Backcare and Herniation with the best in this discipline, Alison West (at Yoga Union & Yoga Union Back Care and Scoliosis Center in NYC), Mimi is armed with tools of the highest standards to build confidence and help with stability in a practice that may seem to some only for the young, uninjured and agile. The Ropes Wall classes include: Basic Backcare is appropriate for All Levels and for anyone seeking an understanding of their back or relief of back pain. Yoga for Herniations + Posture Basics is for All Levels especially if you have herniations and disc issues, seeking relief and understanding of the habitual patterns that cause your herniations and back pain. Posture and Alignment is an All Levels class suitable for those seeking an understanding of their back and how to work more deeply in their practice with alignment at the wall, with clarity, precision, and freedom. But Root Yoga Studio does not stop there. They still offer some of our all-time top favorite classes like Liza Dousson's expert Yin teachings deeply rooted in Chinese tradition, Grace Osara's tried, true, and soothing Kripalu sessions as well as Kundalini, meditation, Pranayama classes and more. Mimi continues to teach her signature Root Flow classes where alignment is paramount, but prepare to break a sweat during a flow of linked postures and expect to spend a little time at the ropes wall, too. Contact Mimi to reserve your free session and to discuss your personal needs prior to attending class. By Laura Williams

I went to the Asana beginners class as I realized that my muscles and form were not ideal for the…read moreFlow Class. I had been running the day before and sustained a muscle injury. Mimi showed me how to stretch my hips so that I could avoid further injury and gave me exercises to do at home. My injury and pain felt relieved after just 20minutes of stretches...the right stretches with a knowledgeable yoga instructor works!! The ASANA class at Root is educational as it teaches and reinforces the principals of yoga-posture and breathing. I loved it and will be telling all my friends!

Ricci is great instructor who really knows the art of pilates. she is energetic, upbeat and gives…read moreeach student individual attention for correct posture and form I love her classes and feel toned and tight !

Awesome pilates classes!! Her pilates classes are amazing for anyone, but especially for dancers…read moreand athletes looking for cross-training, injury prevention, or rehabilitation. She is a very informative, detail-oriented instructor that gives individualized attention to each participant depending on their personal needs. I really appreciate her encouraging, positive demeanor because it pushes each person to achieve their personal best in every class. Highly recommend!!

I have been a student at the studio for a few years now and have had the opportunity to take part…read morein a variety of classes and workshops. Carol is a wonderful instructor, a wealth of good information on a multiple of health related topics. She goes out of her way to create a community in each class. I have taken a number of Cheryl's classes too. She has a dynamite style, always encouraging. Helen teaches Yoga Tune Up. If you have not taken this type of class before it is a must. Those little tune up balls get into every nook and cranny helping to work out oohs and ahhs you didn't even know you had. And Helen is fab, positive, encouraging, eager to laugh. The studio is warm and inviting. Prices are competitive.

Great yoga studio! I had been having trouble sleeping at night, and took a class on ways to help…read moreimprove my sleep. In the couple of months since taking the class I have had no trouble getting back to sleep using techniques I learned there. Carol is a wonderful, friendly and helpful person.

Bookmarking the Center for Higher Living for my future appointments for sure! I had my deep tissue…read moremassage with Toby and it was absolutely everything I needed. I am always on the go traveling, working, exercising, and out and about. I need these massages every few weeks to reset my body and heal. Toby is absolutely fantastic and pays great attention to where my most sensitive pressure points are and helps fix them. The vibes at the Center for Higher Living create a peaceful environment making it easy to let go and get into the state needed to fully relax. Def will need to look at all the programs for wellness offered here since the space is definitely one to do things like yoga and holistic programs. I will absolutely be back for more appointments, especially with Toby who is caring and attentive to his clients.

I wish there were more stars! Dr. Lauren Zolnowsky is AMAZING!…read moreI had severe back, hip, knee and leg pain for DECADES! I went to 3 other chiropractors that would have me come into their office every week to be adjusted for YEARS without lasting results. When insurance ran out after 5 annual sessions, I was paying out of pocket for YEARS. Dr. Lauren Zolnowsky is SO different! Her aims to FIX the person's body mechanics so you are HEALED! WHAT?! I know, right?! *shock face* Her experience is over the top extensive and she fixed my back pain in the FIRST session! My sacral (butt bone) was twisted plus out of alignment and she repositioned it. My fibula (leg bone) was OFF my ankle causing a 1/2 inch hip tilt, knee and leg pain. Dr. Z put my leg bone onto my ankle bone. This straightened out my hips and knees! Bam! Back, hip, knee and leg pain gone! WHAT?! I know, right?! *continued shock face* Then she did Low Level Laser on my head and neck which calmed my OCD, type A brain like a vacation. The next 2 appointments, I had Dr. Z adjust every joint including my collarbones and I feel 30 years younger! She broke up leg scar tissue from a skiing accident I had 30 years ago. I no longer need to see her. *blink, blink, disbelief* 3 sessions and done and I can move with ease! Hallelujah! I gladly paid without insurance! I was so thrilled that I made my husband go to Dr. Z with his SEVERE 30 year old feet and shin pain. He tried my other chiropractors, foot surgery, shoe inserts, etc. with no relief. Dr. Z adjusted his feet and broke up the stuck scar tissue that was limiting his shin and feet movement. He saw Dr. Z a few days ago and still has full relief and is walking well. How simple was that?! God honest truth! My horseback riding niece is so impressed with our results, she is making appointments for her boyfriend and herself. She has bounced off horses and has back and hip pain. Her boyfriend is a mechanic/ electrician and sleeps on the couch do to shoulder pain. I look forward to their relief stories! Happy healing!

Dr. Lauren is awesome! Takes time to listen and ask questions to find out what you're feeling and…read morewhere you are having issues. She then works on those areas. You are not made to feel like you're just another person in a stream of patient. She is very thorough, caring, insightful, and compassionate. I would highly recommend her!