Ageing as a practice of self-respect Ageing is often presented as something to resist. Yet many people find that as the years pass, they become more patient, more discerning and more compassionate. This is growing older and growing wiser. InContinue reading “Growing Older and Growing Wiser”
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Build Core Strength & Confidence This January – A Gentle Guide to Plank Pose
January is the perfect time to rebuild strength from the inside out. A gentle guide to plank pose gives you exactly that. Core strength is achieved not through pushing or forcing. It is done with steady, mindful practice. Plank PoseContinue reading “Build Core Strength & Confidence This January – A Gentle Guide to Plank Pose”
The Power of a Midday Mini Meditation
We all know that feeling — it’s mid-afternoon, your energy is dipping, and your focus starts to fade. Maybe you reach for another cup of tea or something sweet to keep you going. But there’s another way to restore yourContinue reading “The Power of a Midday Mini Meditation”
Leaping into Hanumanasana — The Splits Pose
This term, our yoga focus is Hanumanasana, also known as the Monkey God Pose or Full Splits Pose. We are leaping into Hanumanasana – whatever our level of leap! It’s a powerful and inspiring asana. It embodies both devotion andContinue reading “Leaping into Hanumanasana — The Splits Pose”
Why Myths & Legends Matter in Yoga
I have been preparing for our new September yoga series. It’s called The Myths and Legends of the Asanas. I have been reflecting on my reading and studying. I’m reminded just how rich yoga’s tradition really is. Myths & legendsContinue reading “Why Myths & Legends Matter in Yoga”
Finding Balance: On the Mat and Off
Amid the constant movement of life, yoga offers something profoundly simple and powerful… balance. But balance in yoga isn’t just about standing on one leg. It’s about cultivating steadiness in the body, clarity in the mind, and harmony in theContinue reading “Finding Balance: On the Mat and Off”
Bhastrika Pranayama
Bhastrika Pranayama is also known as the Bellows Breath. In the days before central heating homes were heated by open fires and people used ‘bellows’ to get the fire going. A strange object – bellows mimic lungs – and wereContinue reading “Bhastrika Pranayama”
Use It or Lose It
As we age (I am writing this on my birthday) things begin to droop, bits start to wear out and the ‘laughter lines’ become a little deeper. But it really is a case of use it or lose it. OurContinue reading “Use It or Lose It”
Want Glowing Skin? Forget Expensive Creams and Give Yoga a Try
Our skin is the largest organ in our body! One of the best ways to get glowing skin is to work from the inside out. You can nourish your skin by moving your body. And one of the leading contributorsContinue reading “Want Glowing Skin? Forget Expensive Creams and Give Yoga a Try”
Ujjayi Breath – a beginners guide
Ujjayi Breath is a great practice for relaxation – calming for the mind and soothing for the body. It is also great treatment for anxiety and insomnia. Please be patient with yourself when learning this practice as it’s not theContinue reading “Ujjayi Breath – a beginners guide”
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