{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"244. The Surprising Benefits of Aqua Yoga for Midlife Women \/ Christa Fairbrother","description":" Struggling with stiff joints, low energy, or feeling unsure how to move your body without hurting it? You\u2019re not alone\u2014and in Episode 244: The Surprising Benefits of Aqua Yoga for Midlife Women, we explore how the pool might just be your new best friend. I talk with Christa Fairbrother, a former farrier turned aqua yoga teacher, who shares how a painful autoimmune diagnosis changed her path\u2014and how movement in the water gave her strength, balance, and confidence again. We go deep into why aqua yoga is one of the best low-impact workouts for midlife bodies, especially when arthritis or chronic illness makes land-based fitness feel impossible. You\u2019ll hear how the water supports you, how balance improves quickly, and how even simple yoga poses become powerful arthritis exercises for women\u2014no yoga experience required. We also tackle the emotional aspects: feeling exposed in a swimsuit, feeling like you\u2019re \u201cnot a yoga person,\u201d and how shifting your mindset can change everything. This episode is real talk for real women. It\u2019s about showing up, trying something new, and giving yourself the chance to feel strong again. If you're looking for a smarter, more supportive way to stay strong in midlife, this episode gives you everything you need to take the first step\u2014right in the pool. Ready to feel stronger, steadier, and more confident in your body? Connect with Christa christa@christafairbrother.com= https:\/\/www.christafairbrother.com https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ChristaFairbrotherYoga\/  https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/aquacontentyogi   Mentioned on the show Grab your copy of my new book Pursue Your Spark here!     ","author_name":"Pursue Your Spark: Midlife Fitness & Mindset for Women Feeling Stuck","author_url":"https:\/\/heikeyates.com\/","html":"