Meet Carrie Lehtonen, one of True Nature’s incredible retreat leaders. This inspiring yogi is hosting Indulgent Italy: A Yoga Journey in September, but what is this retreat all about? And who is Carrie?

Venture into the Tuscan countryside to satisfy your zest for life. Our host location, Terzo di Danciano, is a charming 18th-century villa in Cortona nestled in the hills on the border between Tuscany and Umbria. Discover a land rich in history and heritage, art and beauty.

Indulge in the simple things in life: seasonal, wholesome food prepared with care at its peak; daily yoga practice to reconnect with the self; and the healing power of tranquil surroundings. The Indulgent Italy retreat will include the opportunity to enjoy serene Bella Italia with a bike tour to four castles and a monastery, paddle boarding on Lake Trasimeno, and optional local tours.

Slow down to savor all that life has to offer, and delight in the community of your fellow travelers. WholeHearted Health designs retreats to light people up so they can thrive, because what the world needs is people who have come alive.

Carrie’s second chance at life came at 31 years old when a blood clot in her coronary artery resulted in a heart attack. As a healthy triathlete, Carrie was the last person anyone would suspect of having heart disease. She chose to pursue a second career in health and wellness, and created WholeHearted Health Ltd. to help people make health a habit. Carrie received her certifications as a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT 500) from Corepower Yoga in Colorado and the Nosara Yoga Institute in Costa Rica. She is trained in vinyasa yoga, yin (restorative) yoga, self-awakening yoga (SAY), Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga and anatomy. Carrie focuses on making yoga fun and accessible, and works with all levels of students. Carrie studied at Institute for Integrative Nutrition where she was trained in more than one hundred dietary theories and studied a variety of practical lifestyle coaching methods.

“I literally just had one of the best weeks of my life! Thank you for your guidance and support throughout this journey! Thank you Thank you!!” – Becky Follett, yoga retreat participant

“Carrie – you are a true gem! Thank you for such a transformative experience!” – Melissa Berrett, yoga retreat participant