Hi there, I'm Marina!
I believe women are stronger than they realize, and with the right support, we can tap into even more physical and mental strength. I’m passionate about helping women find balance and fulfillment in all areas of their lives, and I work in English, Russian, and German to reach and support as many women as possible.
My Path towards Strength
My journey into yoga started as a way to find peace and develop myself both physically and mentally. As a driven, ambitious woman, I’ve always struggled to stay present. My mind was constantly racing—work, family, goals, to-dos—it felt like I had a thousand tabs open all the time. Overthinking was my default mode, and I just couldn’t quiet my mind. But when I started practicing yoga, something clicked. It was the only time I could truly be in the moment, where I could just be without my mind running a mile a minute. It grounded me in a way nothing else had.
At first, I got into yoga because, after having my baby, I was physically drained and dealing with all the stress that comes with motherhood. My back hurt from carrying my little one around, and I just wanted to feel strong and like myself again. I didn’t have time to go to a studio, so I turned to YouTube. It wasn’t long before my back felt better, I was getting stronger, and I actually started feeling more awake and happy, despite the lack of sleep. I was hooked — not just on how good my body felt, but how much calmer and more present I became.
But as my practice grew, I wanted more. I didn’t just want to feel better—I wanted to understand how and why yoga was working for me. So, I dove into learning about anatomy and biomechanics—how my body moved and how I could make it work even better. That’s when I discovered applied neurology and began integrating things like vision drills and motor control exercises into my yoga practice. It took everything to the next level, not just physically but also in how I managed stress and stayed calm.
Then, I found somatics, which tied everything together. It deepened the mind-body connection I had been craving, helping me stay grounded and resilient in ways I hadn’t thought possible.
Now, my goal is to support women like me – high-achieving women who want it all. I understand how hard it is to juggle a career, stay physically fit, maintain meaningful relationships, raise kids, and still somehow take care of yourself. It’s exhausting, and without the right tools, burnout feels inevitable. But through yoga, neuro drills, and somatic work, I’ve found a way to feel strong, calm, and present. And I want to help other women find that same balance, so they can excel without sacrificing their well-being.
Education
- 300 h Advanced Teacher Training - Jason Crandell Yoga Method
- 300 h Advanced Yoga Teacher Training at Urban Yoga Hamburg, Germany
- 200 h Yoga Teacher Training at Yogashala Institute Marbella in Spain
- 50 h Rocket Vinyasa Yoga with David C. Kyle
- Rehabilitation and Re-Education: Neurocentric Education for Health and Fitness Professionals (Z-Health)
- Essentials of Elite Performance: Neurocentric Education for Health and Fitness Professionals (Z-Health)