As a Wellabe Business Intelligence Engineer, Payton Burken thrives on structure and logic. But outside of work, he finds his balance — both mentally and physically — through yoga.

“Yoga was something I started at home and then found a local yoga community that embraced me and let me grow,” he says.

For Payton, staying active is as much about mental clarity as it is physical movement. 

“Mentally, I am in a much better place, have more grace, and understand failure is not the end of the world. Physically, I feel more limber and wake up without pain and soreness,” he says.

Yoga has taught him to embrace challenges and setbacks as part of the process — on the mat and in the workplace.

“In yoga, I am constantly trying a new pose. I may not get it for weeks, but it makes it worth it. It also lets me flush out any stress from work and keeps me from ruminating on things,” he says.

Payton’s passion for yoga doesn’t stop with his own practice. He shares it with Wellabe coworkers, encouraging them to explore the benefits of mindfulness, movement, and self-care by providing free classes for employees.

Payton exemplifies what it means to be well on the move, finding structure with flexibility and balance. His journey is a reminder that wellness is not a destination but a daily practice.

He suggests:

• Start small: “Take time every day to walk away from your desk.”
• Stretch it out: “Even stretching at your desk makes a difference.”
• Find your community: “Buy that membership. Take that first step. The support will follow.”