Ep51 | Zaineb ”Zizi” Hassan E-RYT 500- Founder of Zizi Yoga | Why Everyone Should Practice Mindfulness

Welcome back, D.C.!  This week we have another great episode between Zaineb Hassan and I!  Zaineb Hassan and is a certified yoga Specialist (RYT-500 HR) and Lululemon ambassador who founded ZiZi Yoga in February of 2016. Zaineb specializes in sports performance yoga and work with Elite Athletes worldwide. Born and raised in the Middle East, she moved to America in 2008 to attend Towson University followed by the completion of her PharmD at The University of Maryland School of Pharmacy & Johns Hopkins University.

Upon graduation, Zaineb worked at John Hopkins University Hospital and in 2015 relocated to MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. Shortly after moving to Georgetown she knew she wanted to pursue a full-time career in instructing yoga. She entered the practice of yoga 12 years ago when she began her rigorous academic career looking for a relaxing outlet. Understanding the importance of yoga and mediation in stressful situations, she started focusing on teaching Performance Athletes her specific style of yoga practice, which primarily entails dynamic, static movement & mindfulness meditation. Zaineb now dedicates her time to helping the elite prepare for competition and everyday life, focusing on physical and mental strength facilitated through yoga and meditation.

Reach out to Zaineb:

Via Instagram: @zizi.yoga

Via website: ziziyoga.com