Author: Heather Stuyvesant

Heather started her yoga journey back in 2003 and instantly realized the peace that lies in grounding your presence into the body and getting out of the cyclical patterns of the mind. It wasn’t until 2015 that consistency landed in her practice as a result finding her home studio, PowerLife in Des Moines. In 2018, she completed her 200-hour yoga training at PowerLife and has been teaching ever since. Heather maps out her yoga classes to be challenging and empowering for beginners and advanced yogis alike. Her classes are themed to assist you in embracing your higher purpose and guide you on your path of self-illumination. During her classes, you can expect a thoughtful playlist of melodic beats to transport you deeper into the body as you journey on your mat. In addition to teaching at PowerLife, Heather offers personalzed, private instruction; whether that be one-on-one or in a group setting. When not teaching, you can catch Heather on her mat (yoga and sculpt), dancing care-free at a Phish show, working on her handstand, spending time with her husband and three kids, practicing the art of contemplation and embracing the lifelong path of self-illumination.

Curry Chicken Salad

by Heather Stuyvesant, posted in Main Dishes, Paleo, Uncategorized, Whole30

I am absolutely obsessed with the Curry Chicken Salad from Whole Foods.  The price tag?  Not so much!  So I decided to take matters into my own hands and try to replicate my beloved Curry Chicken Salad.   I am absolutely thrilled with the results!  Not only does it taste like the Whole Food's version … Continue reading Curry Chicken Salad

Paleo Key Lime Cupcakes

by Heather Stuyvesant, posted in Desserts, Paleo

Over the weekend, I was itching to do a little baking!  It has been a hot minute since I've been able to bake any treats.  No treats were allowed on the Whole30, even if the ingredients were compliant.  So I did a little Pinterest-ing for some bake good inspiration and came across a recipe for … Continue reading Paleo Key Lime Cupcakes

Workout Wednesday 3.5.14 – HIIT Cardio

by Heather Stuyvesant, posted in Fitness, Work Out Wednesday

Hey Everyone!  In this week's Workout Wednesday, I am going to show you how to make the most out of your cardio sessions in a short amount of time with High Intensity Interval Training. First off, why is cardio so important? It's important for heart health! Research shows that cardiovascular fitness helps protect us from … Continue reading Workout Wednesday 3.5.14 – HIIT Cardio

Whole30: Mission Complete – 7 Tips and Take Aways

by Heather Stuyvesant, posted in Life, Whole30

We did it!  We completed the Whole30!The past 30 days, I have become so much more aware of what I have been putting into my body.  The way I look at food  has changed and I've developed some wonderful habits that I will carry with me into the future.  I feel like my body is … Continue reading Whole30: Mission Complete – 7 Tips and Take Aways

Sunshine Vinaigrette

by Heather Stuyvesant, posted in Dressings, Paleo, Side Dishes, Whole30

I don't know about you guys, but I am craving some major warmth and sunshine.  Winter in the Midwest has been absolutely brutal this year.  It's March 4th and we are still experiencing below freezing temps and snow.  OVER IT!   Here is a delicious dressing that will bring some sunshine to your life while … Continue reading Sunshine Vinaigrette

Sweet Potato Hash

by Heather Stuyvesant, posted in Breakfast, Paleo, Side Dishes, Whole30

Breakfast on the weekends has remained hearty and delicious throughout the Whole30 thanks to Sweet Potato Hash!  It has been a great alternative to the traditional breakfast potatoes we normal serve on the weekends.  This dish is easy to prepare and would pair great with a nice grilled steak or chicken breast for dinner. For … Continue reading Sweet Potato Hash

Workout Wednesday 2.26.14 – Countdown to Core

by Heather Stuyvesant, posted in Fitness, Work Out Wednesday

Hey everyone!  It's Workout Wednesday here at Eat. Move. Live. Love and this week we are focusing on tightening and strengthening our core!  The moves in this workout are guaranteed to cinch the waistline! You will be doing 10 sets of each of the exercises in this video.  First set you will do 10 repetitions … Continue reading Workout Wednesday 2.26.14 – Countdown to Core

Pad Thai

by Heather Stuyvesant, posted in Main Dishes, Paleo, Whole30

Last Saturday marked Day 20 of the Whole30 and boredom was starting to set in at the house.  The miserable Midwest weather has become old and we just want to get out of the house and do something fun…..like go out to eat!   Obviously, that was not an option for us so I decided on … Continue reading Pad Thai