Balancing on one leg can be a bit of a challenge until you get that muscle memory going but the rewards are wonderful! Here’s a few tips that I know will help. Gaze at a spot in front of you to get a focus and stand on your left leg and lock it. Imagine your […]
One of the shortest postures in the Bikram Series but for most people this is one of the most challenging. Who would have thought that holding this final position for just 10 seconds could pack such a punch! I have found that with all Bikram postures, preparation is key to making your practice so much
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After the lovely relief of a two minute floor savasana if in a full on Bikram Class now it’s time for this stimulating posture. It’s great for relieving a bloated stomach! Lying down on the floor you raise your right knee up and with the help of interlocked fingers, keep it as close to the
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Ah my favourite pose of all! It feels so delicious when you just let yourself surrender and hang in there at the start of this posture. It is also easier for beginners to step as wide as possible. Keep your feet pigeon-toed and keep the weight on the heels Once more advanced if your head
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Let’s face it – even the most avid fitness fanatics have probably done this at some time or another! I know I certainly have. This demise of your good intentions can often occur when there is an outside influence of some kind that breaks your routine. As a yoga teacher I have witnessed
What can you do if you have fallen by the wayside with your fitness routine? Read More »