In this episode of Bend Into Balance, host Adriana Mariño sits down with Kipp Wesslen, an adaptive athlete and instructor with Oregon Adaptive Sports, to explore how movement, access, and community can radically transform health and wellbeing. Living with a rare progressive neurological disease and multiple spinal cord injuries, Kipp shares how discovering adaptive sports later in life reshaped his relationship with his body, his mental health, and his sense of purpose.

From mountain biking and alpine skiing to coaching others on the trail, Kipp reflects on the power of adaptive sports to build confidence, foster connection, and create a more inclusive outdoor culture in Central Oregon. This conversation highlights resilience, joy in movement, and the importance of designing spaces—and communities—where everyone belongs.

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In this episode of Bend Into Balance, host Adriana Mariño sits down with Petit Pinson, a yoga instructor, movement guide, rhythm enthusiast, and human potentialist who has called Bend home for 15 years. Petit shares her winding path through oceans, mountains, and six continents, and how her life of adventure, devotion to movement, and deep curiosity ultimately led her to yoga.

From training with world‑renowned teachers to leading classes and teacher trainings at Namaspa Yoga Community, Petit’s story is one of rhythm, reverence, and connection. She opens up about the power of small daily practices, the spiritual heart of yoga beyond the physical poses, and how humility, presence, and compassion shape her life both on and off the mat.

A dancer, mother, musician, and lifelong adventurer, Petit brings a grounded, soulful perspective to what it means to live fully in the body, and fully in community.

Find her at:

Namaspa Yoga Community,
1135 NW Galveston Ave, Bend, OR 97703

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In this episode of Bend Into Balance, host Adriana Mariño sits down with Cornelius Edison, former NFL player and owner of The Lift Fitness Studio in Bend, Oregon. Cornelius shares his inspiring journey from professional football to building a wellness community grounded in connection, resilience, and heart.

Together, they explore the role of faith, emotional intelligence, and authentic relationships in true wellbeing and how The Lift is reshaping what it means to pursue health in Bend. From overcoming career‑ending injury to fostering a space where every person belongs, Cornelius’ story is a powerful reminder that growth happens one small step at a time.

Find The Lift Fitness Studio at:
📍 514 NW Franklin Ave, Bend, OR 97703

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