Discover a holistic, whole-body approach to maintaining strong bones as you age.

Your skeleton is not only a storehouse for minerals, but deep within your bones is the birthplace of your red and white blood cells, platelets, and stem cells. 

You might only think of your bones when it comes to aging, but this dynamic tissue plays numerous roles in your overall health. 

As you age, your bone density changes, but how much it changes depends on many factors, relating to your whole body. 

A diagnosis of osteopenia or osteoporosis can be scary.  

We're excited to share B.O.N.E.S. with you. It's a unique whole body system that will support you and your bones as you age, because maintaining strong bones is so much more than just taking calcium. 

Our 5 Pillars to Bone Health course will give you the tools and support to take action and address your health goals with a whole body approach. 

This course is for those who understand that aging, stress, and hormonal changes affect the bones and want to know what they can do to support those systems for optimal bone health and optimal aging.

Maintaining strong bones means more than taking in dietary calcium. It involves a combination of hormone regulation, internal signaling, and a complex of nutrients all working together synergistically to create a strong foundation for your bones. When you understand how to protect your bone health, you'll have a window into your overall health.

Over six months, learn how to live a long life of mobility and independence by combining the principles of yoga and nutrition practices to build stronger, healthier bones.

This course is for you if:

  • You want to protect your bones as you age and take your health into your own hands.

  • You're ready to learn how to move and eat for strong healthy bones and apply the concept of food as medicine in your own kitchen!

  • You want to use yoga to stimulate bone remodeling and reduce fracture risk... and you want to make sure you're doing it safely.

  • You've been diagnosed with osteopenia or osteoporosis, and you know there's more to recovery than just taking calcium.

  • You want to "eat better," but it's hard to know what to do and where to start!

  • You're overwhelmed by all the conflicting bone health information on the web from "experts" and want support in cutting through all the noise to make changes that work for YOU and your lifestyle.

  • You want to feel more empowered working with your health care providers.

How This Course Works

  • Self-Paced Lessons

    Learn and absorb the B.O.N.E.S. lessons by watching, reading, and listening to modules at your own pace with the ability to refer to these lessons again and again as you like. Plus download detailed handouts, bone healthy meal plans, and delicious recipes to collect.

  • Gather Live MONTHLY

    12 monthly live gatherings! Once a month for a year we gather live online for a Yoga for Vital Bones tune-up and discuss the B.O.N.E.S. topics. Mary Sheila and Mary Beth answer your questions and guide you in how to apply the lessons of each Pillar to meet your health goals.

  • Empowered Action

    Beginning with a self-assessment you target the course to your needs and work with the instructors' expert guidance in nourishing your bones. Empower yourself to move forward with confidence in supporting your bones with nutrition and yoga.

What's Included

5 Pillars Curriculum - Self-paced lessons outlining a holistic, whole body approach for bone health, so you can apply it to your life over the next year, establishing new, healthy habits that benefit our bones with community support.   

12 Monthly Live Q&As - Ask Mary Sheila & Mary Beth your bone health questions throughout the year! This monthly live Q&A will help you stay connected and accountable as you begin to take action and make changes in your own life and build the pillars to optimal health, vitality, and strong bones! 

Yoga for Our Vital Bones Class - Before each live Q&A, we'll practice yoga specific to bone health and aligned with the 5 Pillars curriculum.  

Bone Building Meal Plans - Two full weeks of meal plans that include delicious recipes and shopping lists! 

Comprehensive handouts for every lesson- Comprehensive handouts to support your learning and note taking that you can download to refer back to easily as you continue to nourish your bones once the course is over! 

BONUS! - A pre-recorded cooking class plus cooking demos for new, inspiring, bone-building recipes. 

Testimonials

"I really enjoyed The Five Pillars for Bone Health with Mary Sheila and Mary Beth. The course was packed with practical information in both written and video format and was reviewed in Zoom Sessions after an incredible 1 hour Yoga class followed by Q n A for the material. These two ladies make a fabulous team!  They are well educated on the topics and have a wonderful approachable style. For me, the course was an invaluable investment for future health and well being. Thank you Mary Beth and Mary Sheila!" ~ Dana

"If you want to learn about bone health from the inside out to the outside in, this course is for you. For several years I have been frustrated by doctors who, despite my questions, never really helped me understand at a deeper level why my bones were breaking. Even though I have much to learn, I feel more empowered to do so, thanks to this course. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to go beyond standard medical protocols and treat osteoporosis holistically. Both teachers are experienced, knowledgeable, compassionate and kind--a winning combination. Thank you." ~Lisa




Meet Your Course Instructors

Mary Beth Ray began studying and practicing yoga in the early 1990s. Teaching since 2009, MB shares the exploration of the many facets of yoga in an accessible manner to help you apply practical insights to your everyday life. 

MB is certified as a Yoga for Osteoporosis teacher. In addition, she is a member of International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT). She is also a certified holistic Nutrition Consultant and a Functional Medicine & National Board-Certified Health & Wellness coach.

"I deeply appreciate all the time and experience Mary Beth shares with us. Having a class specifically for yoga for osteoporosis along with clear instruction has made me feel safe to engage in daily practice."

~ a Yoga for Vital Bones student


Mary Sheila Gonnella has over 13 years of experience helping people reclaim their health. As a board certified holistic nutritionist and an Ayurvedic practitioner, she provides the information, insight, empowerment, and support you need to take charge of your health and live the life you were meant to live.

She creates a uniquely supportive experience for her clients and students. Her passion makes nutrition concepts come to life, leading her clients to consistently successful outcomes. 

"Mary Sheila's message is that food and lifestyle changes that can reverse health conditions don’t have to be extreme. Her approach is informative as well as fun - as all learning should be."

– Jennifer M.


FAQ

  • How much time should I expect to schedule for the lessons?

    The time will vary but probably ranges from 1 to 2 hours max. Going through the lessons can be done at a leisurely pace and a lot of it can be absorbed while listening and not just staring at the screen. So schedule your time throughout the month to watch, listen to, or read all the components of that Pillar's lessons and take the short, easy quiz (which isn't graded, btw, it is designed to reinforce your learning and help it stick.) We'll meet once a month to do yoga and answer your questions live.

  • When will the live sessions be scheduled?

    The live sessions will be once a month (typically a Saturday morning.) They will be recorded and posted in the course if you can't make that time. And you can send your questions ahead of time to be answered during the call.

  • What if I can't attend one of the live sessions?

    We hope you can join us live, but don't worry if you miss a session. They will be recorded for viewing at your convenience. The recordings will be posted in the course within 24 hours after the Live session.

  • How long will I have access to the course?

    You will have access to the course for 1 year.

Testimonials

“Mary Beth and Mary Sheila are professional and knowledgeable presenters; they complement each other well in their experience and expertise. The information presented was easy to follow and the handouts are great reference tools. I now feel empowered to take the next steps forward in improving and then maintaining my bone health, as well as my overall well-being.” ~Vickie


“Look no further! The 5 Pillars Bones for Health course was a treasure trove of critical information to improve my overall health and bones. Mary Beth Ray and Mary Sheila Gonnella were excellent teachers with a wealth of information to share, and no stone goes unturned. Every aspect of bone health was covered which was presented in an engaging way allowing time for questions and comments. Their handouts were comprehensive. The inclusion of a yoga class for bones as part of the weekly session was a crucial added benefit! This class is for anyone sincerely seeking to boost their health and the health of their bones!” ~Michele


“Lots of very useful information; instructors are fabulous. It’s a course that should be on the top of everyone's list!!” ~Debbie

Reflections from past students



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