Have you ever walked into a yoga class feeling overwhelmed, only to leave an hour later feeling lighter, clearer and more grounded? While yoga has been practised for thousands of years, modern research helps us understand why it has such a profound effect on the way we feel. One of the biggest reasons lies in its relationship with the nervous system. Understanding Your Nervous System Your nervous system is constantly scanning your environment and deciding how your body should

One of the things most people say to me is: “I’d love to come to yoga… but I’m not flexible enough.” If you have ever had this thought, I want you to know something. You don't need to be flexible to start yoga. whaaaat?! In fact, that’s a bit like saying you need to be fit before you go to the gym. Flexibility may improve over time, but it’s only a tiny part of what yoga has to offer. First of all there are eight limbs of Yoga, and Asana (the physical postures/practice) is j

In a world that often asks us to move faster, do more and be constantly switched on; it’s easy to become disconnected from ourselves. We spend so much time in our heads that we become so disconnected from our bodies. And when life feels overwhelming, stressful, or uncertain that disconnect can grow even wider. However, there is one tool that is always available to us. One gentle practice that can bring us back home to ourselves in a matter of moments. Our breath. The breath i