Don't have a lot of time in the morning? This short 18-minute class is a quick way to prepare your body, mind, and soul for the day through exercise and prayer. You will begin Sunrise Stretch in a cross-legged seated position, working on your breath and thanking God for the gift of today. Through a series of twists, side bends, arm circles, and more, you will loosen up your neck, shoulders, back, and hips. By the end of the workout, you will feel accomplished and ready to take on the day with God in your heart.

Wind down at the end of the day with Night Prayers. The slow, soothing moves and brief daily examen in this class will help you release any physical, emotional, and mental tension and stress you may have been carrying with you throughout the day—filling your body and soul with a sense of peace. By the end of this 25-minute class, your entire being will feel relaxed and prepared for a restful night sleep in God's loving care.

This class is all about taking the time to care for your joints so that you move better, as well as helping the lymphatic system flow efficiently. Did you know that lymph fluid relies on you to move so that it can do its job of removing waste from the body? What are you waiting for? Press “start” to promote better movement and feel great! The meditation will have you thinking about how the world sees you.

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The classes in this series are designed to help your body release tension and restore balance in the nervous system. Different props are used to further allow the body to relax and unwind. This combination supports healing and recovery in the body as you pray with the Psalms, surrendering it all to the Divine Physician. Not only can it be helpful for those experiencing stress and anxiety, but also for those with adrenal fatigue, chronic fatigue, and fibromyalgia (of course, always check with your doctor first). Start with Release, Restore & Recover #1, and work your way through the videos as you feel you are able. To learn more about Christian meditation, check out our 3-series blog, Christian Meditation: A Basic Guide.

The exercises in this class are used to align, strengthen, and promote flexility in the body. The body’s range of motion is worked by working the spine in all planes of movement as well as hip ROM, balance work, and more. You will leave the class felling more at peace and refreshed. The meditation focuses on The Kingdom of God.

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Lower your current stress level and learn five ways to manage your everyday worries and anxieties with Let Go, Let God. As you progress through this peaceful 23-minute class, deep breathing and gentle stretches will help you release tension in your neck, shoulders, back, and hips. Although subtle, the strengthening movements in this workout target the muscles in your back, core, and quads. The Scriptures and meditations will help you place your trust in God and focus on the present moment.

This gentle spine mobility class is perfect for those who would like a restful start to your day or if you would like a low impact routine that prepares your spine to get going for whatever activities you have planned. The meditation will help you to focus on St. Joseph.

Are you looking for a relaxing stretch with a focus on the core? Then Gentle Core is for you. Join Betsy as she takes you through a series of simple stretches interspersed with core work and cues to engage the core even as you stretch. The prayers and Scripture will have you reflecting on the personal love of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Have you ever wondered what happens to emotions that we try to repress? Very often, those unwanted feelings get stored in our bodies. This 20-minute Gentle class will not only help you release built-up stress in your shoulders, back, and hips, but also calm your mind. You will begin Theology of the Body: Stress Relief lying on your back, working on your breath and focusing on the blessings in your life. As you slowly move through the class, you will perform exercises on the mat that gently stretch and strengthen all the muscles in your body. To work a little harder, keep your core contracted and really engage your muscles as your work. The Scriptures and meditation paint a beautiful picture of God's plan of spousal unity and its relationship to the Trinity.Like this class? You will love the other videos in the Theology of the Body Series. Experience them all with 21 Days to Greatness, a 3-week plan that will help you become all God created you to be.

The busyness of life is a distraction from what really matters. Slower moving gentle Pietra Fitness classes can help us to focus on the profound reality of God’s love for us and His presence in our daily lives. Join Jessica in this restorative class that moves at a pace that leaves room for grace! The Scripture and meditation will have you contemplating the feminine gift of hospitality.

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Does your body feel a little stiff when you wake up in the morning? From your neck and your chest to your back and hamstrings, Morning Stretch will loosen up your muscles—giving your entire body a much-needed stretch. You will begin this 21-minute class in a comfortable cross-legged seated position, working on your breath and being grateful to God for the gift of another day. As you flow through low lunges, modified side planks, half backbends, and other postures and exercises that lengthen your muscles, you will pause to meditate on a prayer that St. Francis used to praise God. By the time you finish this workout, you will be moving easier and poised to praise God with your entire being throughout the day.

The classes in this series are designed to help your body release tension and restore balance in the nervous system. Different props are used to further allow the body to relax and unwind. This combination supports healing and recovery in the body as you pray with the Psalms, surrendering it all to the Divine Physician. Not only can it be helpful for those experiencing stress and anxiety, but also for those with adrenal fatigue, chronic fatigue, and fibromyalgia (of course, always check with your doctor first). Start with Release, Restore & Recover #1, and work your way through the videos as you feel you are able. To learn more about Christian meditation, check out our 3-series blog, Christian Meditation: A Basic Guide.