Amanda McDonald

In August of 2008, shortly after she had her second child, Amanda became a certified spin/cycle instructor and immediately began teaching at local Downers Grove gyms - she has been teaching cycle classes ever since!  After a few years of attending occasional gym yoga classes after she taught cycle classes, a friend from town recommended Amanda try hot yoga.  The heat helped with her tight hamstrings, and she instantly fell in love.  When Amanda left her first class hot yoga class in June of 2011, she knew that the vinyasa style of yoga and extremely encouraging atmosphere were the essential missing ingredients to her yoga practice.  Amanda has gained strength, calmness, and relief from stress through the consistent practice of yoga.  Amanda also loves an amazing cardio workout through teaching her cycle classes.  The combination of cycle and yoga is Amanda's passion.

After roughly ten years of dedicated yoga practice, Amanda finally decided to follow her dream of becoming a yoga instructor and completed her 200 RYT through Power Yoga on Main in May of 2018.  As a high school mathematics teacher during the day, Amanda encourages her math students to have an open mind and have fun while learning – the same can hold true on your yoga mat or on your cycle bike. Amanda cannot wait to share her energy and passion for exercise with you!

Amanda is here to inspire you to challenge your body and your mind as you travel somewhere new and find your edge through determination and focus.  Amanda looks forward to seeing you intensify your ride and rock out on your mat!