Feeling a bit stale and want to give yourself a bit of a kick start into a new routine? Usually we all think of starting new challenges in January after a hectic Christmas period. However, there’s no time like the present to try something new. In light of the recent announcements, it may be a […]
Yoga Practice at HomeMaking time for regular yoga classes is something that many people would like to do. However, making your way to that post-work yoga session during rush hour, and having to remember everything can be a real challenge. It’s fair to say that life does throw those proverbial obstacles and curveballs when we […]
Be like Ryan… So the title may be a slight over statement but Giggs states the benefits of yoga as aiding recovery, maintaining flexiblity whilst also enabling greater strength. Before taking up yoga Giggs struggled with injuries, however the ongoing and patient practice loosend calves, groin, glutes and hamstrings as well as stretching out the […]
Read the Artlcle So practising yoga overlooking the River Thames is not quite as extreme as the special forces chaps on location but the article is still relevant…. Ultimately regular yoga practice will help strengthen the body but also help calm the mind so that people can make better decisions under pressure. I often use […]
Another thought provoking podcast hidden on BBC Sounds….An interesting 15 minutes introducing how yoga has evolved from multiple influences – east and west, from thousands of years ago to the present day, that may include physical movements, personal actions as well as meditation.It was summarized that yoga is a combination of psychology, philosophy and technology […]
In January 2019, Nike formally announced a new clothing range, for both men and women, addressing the increased participation of yoga. Unsurprisingly the launch included household American sports stars from the NBA, NFL and the Women’s NBA. I haven’t seen the new range in stores yet but it will be interesting to see them and […]
So – after a great day’s skiing- surely the first thing on your mind is how to stretch to ensure you can have another awesome day tomorrow….. Or something like that anyway. Assuming that when you have got back from the slopes, maybe via a few local hostelries, you are thinking about stretching – then […]
A petition from the UK that isn’t Brexit related….. Wouldn’t it be fantastic if yoga and meditation was introduced to the school curriculum for future generations….I can’t help but think it could help reduce the levels of anxiety and depression in our children. Please share with friends and families in the UK to help this […]
In the past, I think there has been a perception that Prince Charles has come up with some unusual ideas, contrary to the general or mainstream ways of thinking at the time. However, it also seems that he may have been ahead of the curve on a few things – such as organic food, for […]
Starting any new hobby or activity can be tricky, however, it could be said that yoga can make it particularly difficult as the teacher is providing names in English or Sanskrit, asking you to breath and then look at certain points… it’s hardly a surprise that students can feel a bit lost sometimes when there […]
WATCH SKI FIT YOGA VIDEOS Book a Ski Fit Yoga Class For many the February half term is an opportunity to escape to the mountains and get some skiing in. So far the season has been great in Europe with plenty of snow throughout the Alpes. Skiing is a second passion of mine; and one […]