Former yoga teacher in Wellington New Zealand
This last week it’s been incredibly hot in Wellington. So my yoga classes have focused on other ways to work on balance and strength that don’t create heat. Tree pose is a great balance pose for staying cool and in
I’m still on the theme of strengthening shoulders, but now with a little core strength added in. Start by lying on your side. Bring your right elbow directly under your shoulder. Let your right hand go directly out from your
I enjoyed the long weekend on a climbing trip on the South Island. When I started to write this week’s tip, there were calls for a shoulder stretch. This pose is most known for strengthening the shoulders, but it can
Sometimes the simplest poses give the best stretch. They are easy to get in to, accessible to most people and give you a chance to pay attention to the small changes in your body that can affect the stretch.
I regularly refer to this pose as one of my favourites and an excellent stretch for trampers. It’s designed to stretch the back of your legs including hamstrings and calves, as well as the outer muscles of the hip joint
Christmas is often a chaotic time and all our regular habits fly out the window. Yoga can be a great way to relax and slow down during this time, as well as keeping active. Below is a free 20 minute
This version of a seated twist can be difficult if you have tight hips, so grab a folded blanket or towel to sit on. Make sure your hips are both evenly down on the floor or whatever you’re sitting on.
As summer approaches we tend to get more active and sometimes overdo it, whether it’s weeding in the garden, a weekend walk or a tramp. Practicing yoga poses that are seated or lying can be a great way to rest and
If you’ve been to class in the last 2 weeks, you’ll be starting to discover how blocks can be a great friend – especially helping with balance or making poses that require flexibility a little bit easier. Last week, we
A number of yoga poses can help build core strength and arm strength. When I say core, I mean all of the muscles surrounding your mid section that help stabilise your back. Side plank offers these benefits and it’s a