I have been practicing yoga in some capacity since I was 14. I discovered it as an alternative to typical Physical Education in High School. It really spoke to me, suddenly I had goals that were more relatable to me, I could do these dynamic poses and build arm strength when doing a traditional pull-up in school was impossible for me. I learned that aerobic activity could be standing still versus running the 7 minute mile. 
I began teaching in 2012, and have continued to learn more about yoga by seeing its effects on the students I teach. Even though I prefer to think of us all as students that are practicing together, because Yoga is a life long journey whose lessons continue to challenge us.