Sirsansana (Headstand) is described as King of the Asanas. An absolute essential for the serious Yoga practitioner. Is this really the case or should we take a more cautious approach to this inversion? At some point everyone who has practiced Yoga reaches their nemesis. Mine is Supported Headstand (Salamba Sirsasana). I can’t do Padmasana (Lotus … Continue reading Headstand is King of the Asanas – but is it for everyone?
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Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutations) is a wonderful Vinyasa (flow) which prepares the body for the practice of Asana (poses) and is also a great practice in its own right. But what if you can't or don't want to practice it? Firstly, there is no mandatory element to yoga practice. Different styles each have their own … Continue reading Four Part Daoist Breath – an accessible alternative to Sun Salutations
Today I had a bit of a revelation! It’s not that I’d avoided thinking about this, but it wasn’t really front of mind. I don’t know if I could actually practice Yoga Asana without the use of props - over and above my mat of course! When I first started on my Yoga journey about … Continue reading To prop or not?
Crow pose (Bakasana) is one of those poses which everyone seems to want to do. So it can often be a source for frustration when they can’t! I’ve put together some options and tips for anyone trying to take flight in Bakasana which will hopefully help! This pose strengthens the arms, wrists, shoulders and abdominal … Continue reading Taking flight in Crow Pose
There is increasing interest in the use of sound to reduce stress, aid sleep and create an overall sense of wellbeing. An observational study in 2017 concluded that, following a sound bath meditation using Tibetan singing bowls, all 62 participants “reported significantly less tension, anger, fatigue, and depressed mood”.1 It’s worth trying this out at … Continue reading Create your own sound bath experience at home
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