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Former NJ Police Officer Says Practicing Yoga 'Saved My Life’

Martesse Gilliam, co-founder of BRWL Studio, is now a fitness instructor.

Martesse Gilliam, co-founder of BRWL Studio, is now a fitness instructor.
Martesse Gilliam, co-founder of BRWL Studio, is now a fitness instructor. (Photo provided)

MAPLEWOOD, NJ — A former New Jersey police found yoga after leaving the force. He says it saved his life and believes yoga could help officers still on the job keep calm even in high-stress situations.

CBS2’s Vanessa Murdock joined Martesse Gilliam, co-founder of BRWL Studio, in Maplewood Memorial Park on Tuesday for boxing plus zen.

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