For the Love of Movement with Carrie

10/16/2025

Exciting News! My First Retreat!

I’m so excited to share that I’ll be hosting my first-ever retreat this January. And I’m even more thrilled to be offering it with my sister, Stacy!

Together, we’re creating a weekend to pause, reflect, and set intentions for the year ahead. The retreat will blend gentle movement, mindfulness, journaling, and community connection to help you welcome 2026 with clarity and calm.

✨ New Year Retreat: Intention Setting for 2026
🗓️ January 23–25, 2026
📍 Five Oaks Retreat Centre near Paris, Ontario

We’ll move, breathe, laugh, and reflect as we honour the past year and plant seeds for what’s next. You’ll even uncover your personal word for 2026, which will help guide and inspire you in the months ahead.

EARLY BIRD PRICE: $550 (tax incl.)
Regular price $650 after November 23rd.

Price Includes: Cosy accommodations, nourishing meals, and a weekend filled with daily movement and activities to fuel your mind, body, and soul.

SPACE IS LIMITED!
Learn more and reserve your spot here → https://www.fortheloveofmovement.ca/pages/new-year-retreat

10/14/2025

Desk warriors, this 7-minute break is for you!

We're taking a movement break today in light of yesterday’s Thanksgiving holiday.

Today’s clip, taken from a recent Saturday online class, focuses on hip mobility. It provides a gentle way to release tightness and bring ease back into your hips.

If you enjoy this style of movement, join me for the full Saturday online class at 9 am EST. Drop-in opportunities are always available!

10/10/2025

Wishing you and your loved ones a very Happy Thanksgiving!

10/07/2025

10/06/2025

Feeling blah? This short movement break is for you!

Today’s clip, taken from Saturday's online class, where we focused on joint health. It provides a gentle way to get the blood flowing into the joints for better overall health and mobility.

If you enjoy this style of movement, join me for the full Saturday online class at 9 am EST. Drop-in opportunities are always available!



Thank you!

10/06/2025

Since the weather continues to be so beautiful, we're going to do another 4-week series of Qigong in the Park :)
Join for all 4 classes or drop-in opportunities available as well!

Relax your body. Clear your mind. Ease into your evening. Step away from the demands of the day and into a space of calm, connection, and gentle movement. Join me for a 4-week Outdoor Qigong Series — a gentle, grounding practice that’s accessible for all levels and abilities. This 30-minute clas...

10/03/2025

It's pumpkin season!!!

In addition to mindful movement, nourishing your body with healthy, wholesome foods is essential for joint and muscle health. Fueling your body with the right nutrients helps support recovery and overall well-being.

One of my favourite fall breakfast recipes is this delicious Pumpkin Smoothie Bowl!
It's packed with vitamins, fibre, and plant-based protein, making it the perfect post-workout meal. I love having it after my morning strength training session and before I start my workday. It leaves me feeling satisfied and ready to take on the day!

Access the recipe here - https://www.fortheloveofmovement.ca/blog/pumpkin-smoothie-bowl-recipe

Enjoy!

09/29/2025

It's time again for a Mindful Movement Break!
Sometimes the movement you need is simply to breathe.
Today, we’ll explore Box Breathing, a calming technique to help release anxiety and ground you in the present moment.

This 4-minute break is a clip from my Monday evening online Yin Yoga class. If you enjoy this mindful pause, come join an online class on Mondays at 8 pm EST. Drop-ins are always welcome!

Learn more & register here - https://www.fortheloveofmovement.ca/offerings

09/22/2025

Monday Mindful Movement Break
Today’s 3-minute standing break comes from Saturday’s online class, where we focused on core stability & balance.

You’ll engage your core, improve balance, and gently stretch the hips and obliques. Giving you a nice mid-day reset.

If you loved this sneak peek, consider joining a Saturday morning class for the full experience!

09/17/2025

"In the rhythm of stillness, we find our deepest rest."

Join me for this special event next weekend. I have done two events now with Tyler and they were both very well received.

Don't miss out on the opportunity for a relaxing afternoon.

This special 90-minute restorative yoga and handpan event offers you a peaceful space to release the stress of the day and find your centre. With restorative poses, the warmth of hot stones, and the calming melodies of live handpan music, you’ll leave feeling grounded, refreshed, and ready to face the world with a renewed sense of calm.

All props will be provided. No need to bring anything except yourself, and maybe a friend.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28th, 2 - 3:30 PM
The event will be held at Springhill Yoga, 129 Louisa Street in Baden.

Cost: $45
Limited Space

LEARN MORE & REGISTER - https://www.fortheloveofmovement.ca/offerings/restorative-rhythms

09/16/2025

I was just watching the news and saw this report which peaked my interest. I’m not surprised of the results shown for those who are skipping lunch.

“People will skip lunch thinking that you’re going to get that little bit more productivity out of yourself. But really, it sets you up for less productivity throughout the day. Your energy levels go lower, you can’t think so clearly,” says Ter Keurs.

I value my lunchtime break and some things I do on my break includes:
- Eat lunch 😜 teyi g my beat to be mindful
- Work on a puzzle
- Take a walk with my dog
- Gentle yoga or qigong
- Meditate

If you’d like to add movement to your lunchtime break, I’d love to help. On Tuesdays I offer a 30-minute online Lunchtime Mindful Movement class.

Learn more about the lunchtime class from my bio.

09/16/2025

I was just watching the news and saw this report which peaked my interest. I’m not surprised of the results shown for those who are skipping lunch.

“People will skip lunch thinking that you’re going to get that little bit more productivity out of yourself. But really, it sets you up for less productivity throughout the day. Your energy levels go lower, you can’t think so clearly,” says Ter Keurs.

I value my lunchtime break and some things I do on my break includes:
- Eat lunch 😜 teyi g my beat to be mindful
- Work on a puzzle
- Take a walk with my dog
- Gentle yoga or qigong
- Meditate

If you’d  like to add movement to your lunchtime break, I’d love to help. On Tuesdays I offer a 30-minute online Lunchtime Mindful Movement class.

Learn more about the lunchtime class here - https://www.fortheloveofmovement.ca/pages/offerings/classes

Access article here - https://www.ctvnews.ca/atlantic/article/new-study-finds-61-per-cent-of-canadians-skip-lunch-break

A new study suggests the Canadian lunch is “disappearing,” as poll results from Factor Canada show 61 per cent of Canadians skip their lunch break altogether.