In the past two decades, Yoga has made great strides in the Western world and more people, both young and old, are taking up this life-changing practice. Yoga is no longer stereotyped as a New Age cult, nor something that stoned hippies do, instead, it’s now embraced for its therapeutic properties for both physical and … [Read more…]
Some people adore inversions while others abhor the very thought of not being right side up. As we leave childhood, the upside down appeal seems to dissolve and we no longer appreciate that rush of blood to the brain. Us adults are much more interested having our feet firmly planted on the ground. Do you … [Read more…]
Apart from offering traditional Vinyasa Yoga sessions, I also teach Chair Yoga at a local retirement village. What a delight! Who knew you could do Yoga in a chair? I knew nothing about Chair Yoga until approximately 5 years ago when I broke my ankle. Along with toting around crutches, I had to wear a … [Read more…]
Wanting to start a daily meditation practice and don’t know how to get started? Try Kirtan Kriya. Approximately 6 months ago I decided it was time to get serious about my own personal meditation practice. I meditated here and there when in a yoga class but I wasn’t doing it regularly. Over the last four … [Read more…]
Goat yoga? Yep, it exists, as well as Beer Yoga, Rock and Roll Yoga, Yoga for Surfers, Goth Yoga and dozens of other variations. These days, the Yoga and fitness industry is doing its best to reach out to all walks of life. I have to admit that sometimes I can be a tad critical … [Read more…]
Thank goodness Yoga is gaining in popularity around the world. The young and old alike are learning that Yoga not only helps the body physically but also emotionally and mentally. Scientists have caught on and research is in favour of the Yogi! However, Yoga is not a cure-all, and even though it may improve our … [Read more…]
I’ve been practising yoga for the majority of my adult life. I’ve had my affairs with the many forms of yoga such as Bikrham, Kundalini and Ashtanga, but what I will forever depend on is that all encompassing body-breath-mind delight of my favourite sequence; the Sun Salutation. I learned about this sweat-enducing sequence while working … [Read more…]