I’m so excited to be heading off to Denver tomorrow for
Fitbloggin’!!! This will be my third year attending. This conference is always
a big highlight of my year. It is a time to see my people, most of which I only
see once a year at this conference, try new things, and to
spend a long weekend really getting to know myself better. Fitbloggin’ is a very
introspective experience for me. And yes, believe it or not, I can always use
more time to be introspective. I always come away from this conference slightly
changed and super motivated about my life and the path I am on. I don’t expect
this year to be any different, either.
A few of my favorite memories from Fitbloggin' 2013 and 2014
In addition to the conference sessions and events I am
planning on doing some fun things around Denver while I am there. Here is a
quick rundown.
BEER
You know I will be hitting up some breweries while I am
there. Portland (FB 2013) was a great city for breweries and I am thinking
Denver will be just as good for me. My plan is one a day: Thursday - Great Divide, Friday – Breckenridge, and Saturday – Renegade Brewing for their 4th
anniversary block party. Knowing all that I have planned and the time it will
take me to acclimate to life above sea level, I am trying to stay conservative
with my beer consumption. I am planning on hitting these breweries with
friends, friends that will share flights and beers with me so I can try new
stuff and at the same time not get wasted.
FOOD
If you know me in real life then you know that when I travel
I come prepared with a list of restaurants and markets in the area I am staying
where I can grab some really good vegan eats.
The tops of my list of must eats: Native Foods Café (which I have dined
at in LA and cannot wait to go back!), Watercourse Foods (I am hoping to dine
here Friday night) and Beet Box Bakery because….vegan doughnuts. You know that
is a must for me!
ACTIVITY
Now Fitbloggin’ itself is like half workouts - half sessions
and I have plans to participate in some during the conference like Zumba,
Glider Yoga, Yoga on the Roof, Posture Fit and Jump Fitness (my favorite from
2013). But I am also planning on including some additional activity as well.
Heather and I (whom are leading the small group discussion with Thea) are going
to a Friday morning Empowerment Vinyasa class at Sol Shine Yoga Studio and then
a Sound Healing & Restorative Yoga workshop at the Body Mind Energy Center
on Saturday. When I lived in San Antonio I used to go to sound healing
workshops and LOVED them. I haven’t found anything comparable in Pensacola so I
jumped at the chance to do this while in Denver. Also, the empowerment yoga
class and the studio itself had great descriptions posted - I was hooked….
About the studio: At Sol Shine you are encouraged to AUTHENTICALLY be
yourself. We offer up this urban sanctuary for YOU to mold your mind and body
into your ideal vessel for RADICAL SELF-LOVE. Our mission is to provide a
non-judgmental, supportive and inspiring community for students of all levels
to flourish in.
About the class: This
high-vibrational power vinyasa class will leave you feeling strong and
empowered in mind, body and spirit. You will build heat as you flow breath to
movement. Modifications will be cued so everyone has the opportunity to explore
their edge. Some yoga experience is recommended.
See, amazing right? I cannot wait!
In addition to all of these conference and non-conference
activities and outings there is something else I am super excited and nervous
about but I am not going to spill the beans just yet….you’ll have to wait and
see what happens in Denver that takes me COMPLETELY outside of my comfort zone!
Love and hugs,
Dacia
xoxoxox
