We can often find ourselves feeling heavy and sluggish as we approach the end of winter and there is a very good reason for this. Ayurveda, yoga's sister science and the world's oldest surviving system of healing, shows us that there are three main organising principles in the universe (also known... read more →
Aug
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Jun
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An important technique used in meditation and other disciplines, including martial arts, is awareness and control of the breath. Learning more about your breath and how to control it will actually have a big impact on your life, including your health. Most people don't know how important the breath is to... read more →
Jun
05
Yoga can have a profound impact on the lives of people who are lucky enough to come across it. Yoga is part of a powerful body of knowledge that dates back many hundreds and even thousands of years. Yoga actually started more as a philosophy or "way of life" and... read more →
May
31
Most of us know that eating a diet that’s rich in whole grains is one of the best ways to get fiber, anti-oxidants and other nutrients that can help fight weight gain, cancer, diabetes and heart disease. Unfortunately, finding whole-grain foods that live up to their promises can be hard... read more →
May
31
How much attention do you pay your feet? If you knew how important your feet are, you might start giving them more attention. In the yoga world, the body is often compared to a tree and the feet and toes the roots which stabilise and nourish the whole body. Just... read more →
May
31
Most people start to tighten up and become less effective when concerned about failure. However, many of the great and influential lives throughout history have been shaped by what others may perceive as a string of failures. Some important figures include Abraham Lincoln, Albert Einstein and the creator of the... read more →
May
31
Learning how to get and stay in balance is a vital part of feeling great and enjoying high levels of energy and vitality. Life is dynamic and constantly changing. Even the healthiest and happiest people need to be alert to stay in balance. One way is to regularly check in with... read more →
May
29
Many studies have documented the health benefits of different aspects of yoga, including mindfulness and meditation. The overwhelming majority of us practice yoga because it makes us feel good in body and mind. Even though most people perceive yoga to be simply about posture and movement, the reality is it’s... read more →