With a name inspired by the Greek goddess of wisdom, you’ll know that Clinic Sofia is not your average OB-Gyn clinic when you walk into a comfortable and “elegant” waiting room complete with gorgeous furnishings, tasteful artwork and decadent chocolate.
It also boasts an all-female staff and a system of healthcare which focuses on the “mind, body and soul.” Donna Block, MD, founder of Clinic Sofia, says that the location is an answer to requests from many of the clinic’s Maple Grove-based patients. Clinic Sofia, 15679 Grove Cir. N.; 952.922.7600
You’ll break a sweat faster than you can say “Namaste” at this literally hot take on yoga, which is practiced at 104 to 105 degrees with 30–40 percent humidity.
Owner Sam Lickteig says that the heat will magnify what you do or not do, meaning if you haven’t been getting enough water during the day, you’re going to know. Give their Heat A class a try –it’s perfect for everyone and keeps the poses similar, no matter the teacher. Heat Yoga, 6818 Hemlock Ln.; 763.400.7453
Maple Grove’s Nutrishop is a bit of a dream come true for owner Evan Bosma. “I worked at Wells Fargo for 8 years and decided to do what I love,” he says, adding that he became enamored with Maple Grove after visiting from his home state of Iowa.
The store offers top brands at low prices, as well as a meal planning program for those of us looking to take off that extra weight gained on vacation this summer. “We can form a diet for people and help them achieve their goals,” says Bosma. Nutrishop, 11635 Fountains Dr.; 763.424.0470
