Nestled in Huntersville, iShine Yoga pulses with the spirit of community. Co-owner Anita Schambach—nurse, seasoned wellness advocate, and HeartMath educator—shares how intentional breathing for just 5 to 15 minutes daily, combined with the power of mindful touch, can spark greater W.O.W.™: Whole-body Optimized WellBEing. Her approach helps locals discover deeper vitality and connection—inside the studio and beyond.
From Nursing to Natural Healing
As a highly-skilled nurse trained in biofeedback, Anita found the perfect match for her holistic passion when she learned about HeartMath (a type of biofeedback).
HeartMath: a form of biofeedback centered on heart rate variability (HRV).
HRV reflects the balance between the sympathetic (“go” – activated on the inhale) and parasympathetic (“rest and repair” – empowered on the exhale) nervous systems. When stressed, many people forget to fully exhale with each breath—keeping their bodies constantly in stress mode.
Anita Schambach of iShine Yoga proudly says yes to HeartMath—a science-based practice she champions for its ability to enhance memory, sharpen clarity, and strengthen emotional resilience. By reducing reactivity and promoting calm focus, HeartMath empowers individuals to elevate their daily lives. As an added bonus, Anita shares a few more WellBEing Wins and reveals why iShine Yoga continues to shine as one of Huntersville’s most beloved wellness spaces.
HeartMath Practice: Five to 15-Minute Heart-Focused Breathing
The Results? (especially when practiced consistently)
Connection as the Ultimate Medicine
Beyond breath and biofeedback, Anita believes that human connection is one of the most powerful tools for wellness. Research shows that positive touch and shared energetic space can reduce stress, improve mood, and strengthen resilience—the need acutely evidenced during the isolation of COVID.
iShine Yoga honors this truth through community-focused classes including prenatal, toddler, caregiver, and free support offerings—creating connection for every stage of life.
iShine Yoga breaths Anita’s passion. You can’t help but get swept up in BEing and Belonging in this sanctuary where people rediscover their best selves and reconnect with community.
Listen to the interview to learn more about the power of HeartMath.
Debbey Woodruff – Your WellBEing Guide – is a certified yoga teacher and mindfulness practitioner. Through yoga therapy, mindful movement, breathwork, and guided self-reflection, Debbey helps you reconnect with your body, calm your mind, and nurture lasting emotional well-being. Experience a compassionate, personalized path to healing and renewal and find your W.O.W. – Whole-body Optimized WellBEing ©. Debbey is the owner of Breakthrough! WellBEing Phone: 704-881-4912 and email:[email protected]
