The Marvels of Nasal Breathing: Boosting Brain Power and Health In our hustle and bustle, we often overlook the simple act of breathing through our nose. Yet, this unassuming practice holds potent benefits for both mind and body. Let’s delve into the wonders of nasal breathing: 1. **Brain Boosting Benefits:** – Did you know…
🤕 Okay, so you have just winced in pain again around THAT recurring issue. You have tried everything and nothing works, you are totally despondent so what now? 👌Here’s how I often start to work with my one to one clients with recurring pain and be warned, exercise and poses don’t feature so exit now…
To be clear, sound has a completely different relationship to yoga and rest…but playlists, tracks and tunes… what’s the nitty gritty? There are so many great conversations out there and personally I love that challenge to my own comfort and narrative as a teacher and practitioner. Here’s my flip flops on music as a key…
Despite what many wellness gurus, podcast experts and editors will have us believe, sitting is not the new smoking. It is worth bearing in mind that most people who advocate these strong absolutes and black and white opinions usually have something to sell… It is a huge over simplification to say that sitting is the…
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs is a psychological theory that arranges human needs in a pyramid. It suggests that people strive to meet five levels of needs: physiological (food, water), safety (shelter, security), love and belonging (relationships), esteem (self-worth), and self-actualization (fulfillment of potential). As each lower need is satisfied, individuals pursue higher ones. This model…
So what is an injury? Injury often happens when there’s too much force applied to a body part, like a bone or muscle, which exceeds its strength or capacity. This force can come from accidents, falls, or occasionally repetitive actions. When the force is strong enough, it can lead to damage, like broken bones or…
Plantar fasciitis is a common foot condition causing heel or sole pain. It’s caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that supports the arch of the foot, ‘itis’ means inflame. Common among runners and those who stand for prolonged periods, it can lead to stabbing pain in the heel, usually…
Sit up straight! Did you know there is no evidence to support the idea that slouching is bad for you? So if you find yourself slumped watching the television, in awkward shapes whilst reading or hunched over a desk, fear not. Stillness, being sedentary & slouching is a normal part of being human, whether it…
If you have ever tweaked your back or know someone who struggles, it’s really common that we stiffen up in an act of protection and try not to move much. Even in exercise, we are often told to only move from our hip, hinge or isolate, certain areas (spoiler alert: nothing can truly be ‘isolated’)…
The practice isn’t the problem. In fact, the practice is the solution (not asana, the ‘other’ bit) We may actually be the problem… who recognises this arc either as your own journey or someone who know? We start going to yoga classes. We go a LOT. Going to yoga defines us and we…