Niyamas are the guidelines personal observances. Compared with the yamas, the niyamas are more personal. They refer to the attitude we adopt toward ourselves.
Read moreWhy Teach Yoga in the Workplace
Hatha yoga is a centuries old practise of movement and relaxation. We know now, through modern science that what we are achieving through breathing techniques, movement, balance and strength exercises is activation the parasympathetic nervous system - moving our body from a 'fight or flight' stress response to a calmer state.
Read moreWhy Cornwall Rocks for Yoga Retreats
5 reasons I think that you can’t beat Cornwall for wellness retreats!
Read moreSummer Pranayama
Summer is here! The sun is shining and all is well in the world. But if those sunny days get a little too hot, try some of these cooling pranayama techniques. Try and find a cool comfortable spot to sit in.
Read moreRise + Thrive
If you live to be 90, you will be lucky enough to have something like 26,280 mornings in your adult life; 26, 280 new starts, where all things are possible. This also means which means 26, 280 days to maximize how we spend it.
Read moreMore Yoga Retreat Reading!
After such fun with the first compilation of Gorgeous Books for Yoga Retreats
I couldn't resist a few more! So these books, unlike in the last post, are not books I have read myself (yet!) but come highly recommended + rated. Hence making this list...
Read moreThe Eight Limbs of Yoga: Yama
One of the first books written about yoga was one called The Yoga Sutras by Patanjali, who refers to eight limbs of yoga, each of which offers guidance on how to live a meaningful and purposeful life.
Read moreFairweather Yogi: Yoga Wear for Hot Weather
When the temperatures rise, stay cool and comfortable in your practise. Ideas for summer, retreats and Bikram studios!
Read moreYoga Retreat Packing List
I put this list together for my Spain Yoga Retreaters, but applicable to all hot weather yogis!
Read moreDetox FAQ
Detoxing FAQs
Read moreFive Simple Practices for Productive Power
Easy ideas for awesome days…
Read moreCultivate calm with your morning routine
If you take some morning time for conscious movement, you will set yourself in good stead to feel energized and calm from the very start of your day.
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