When did you start practicing yoga?
I started practicing about 12 years ago after college. A friend suggested yoga to help me deal with the stress of working in the corporate world. 

What has yoga brought to your life?
Yoga has brought stress relief and is a constant in my life when the universe throws a curve ball at me. Yoga has helped me when I've been at my lowest and highest points in my life. 

Why did you become a yoga instructor?
I instantly fell in love with yoga and was so inspired by how much it helped me grow that I wanted to share that passion and excitement with others. 

What impact can a regular yoga practice have on a person's life?
Through yoga I have become much more self aware and confident with myself. I can only imagine what this world would be like if more people did yoga. 

What advice would you give to someone that is just starting yoga?
Be yourself and do what your body tells you not your ego. Have fun and don't take it too seriously. 

What is special about the style of yoga you teach?
It's challenging and fun. It strengthens you mentally and physically. 

What is your favorite yoga posture to teach, and why?
Pincha mayurasana is one of my favorite asanas to teach. It takes an incredible amount of strength, flexibility  and confidence. 

Please share some words of wisdom or advice for your yogadownload.com yoga students.
Be brave on and off the mat. Try something new and that scares you often. 

Do you have a favorite quote you'd like to share?
"Don't waste your energy trying to change opinions ... do your thing, and don't care if they like it." Tina Fey

What do you like to do "off the mat"?
I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I'm blessed to have an amazing support system. I try and get outside as much as I can whether that's hiking or taking a leisurely bike ride. 

Follow Jill @yoginicolorado on Instagram for posture pictures, yoga challenges, and #officeyoga. 

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