There is a phrase so embedded in common sense that we barely notice it anymore: use it or lose it. We say it about languages, skills, friendships. But it turns out it is also a fairly precise description of what …
Healthy ageing Human body YogaUse It or Lose It: What Research Tells Us About Movement and Ageing
Yoga Yoga in Streatham5 Myths About Yoga That Are Holding People Back
As a yoga teacher, I hear the same hesitations all the time. “I’m not flexible enough.” “Isn’t that all about stretching?” “Yoga isn’t for someone like me.” And I know these are the misconceptions that are keeping people away from …
Yoga Yoga for functional ageing Yoga in StreathamMove the Way You Were Meant To: The Seven Functional Movements
Before there were gyms, studios, or fitness trends, there was simply the human body. It’s designed to carry its way through life – doing, moving and fulfilling it’s needs. We all use the seven functional movements. They’re the squat, the …
Yoga Yoga for functional ageing Yoga in StreathamYoga for Real Life: The 7-Week Movement Reset
One of my core beliefs is that our yoga practice should be real. It should serve us, support us, and help us move through life with more ease. It should give us more moments to feel good in our bodies …
YogaYoga Is Not The Poses
There are so many beautiful yoga pictures out there. Usually they show bodies organised in incredible ways and we can only marvel at the strength, flexibility and control they possess. It can be inspiring if you are a yoga geek. …
YogaThe Wisdom of Resistance: Why the Poses We Avoid are the Ones We Need Most
Last night in my yoga class, a participant shared that a specific pose felt uncomfortable. And this is not unusual, we all have those poses we hope the teacher will skip. They may be it’s a long hold. Maybe it’s …
Benefits Body Movement YogaIs Your Sitting Habit Impacting Your Brain?
I have written many times about how difficult our constant sitting is for our bodies. Basically, if you are sitting for a long time, you need to be as fit as an athlete. And then what about our brain? Is …
YogaWhen It Comes To Yoga, Commitment Is Key
When it comes to yoga – commitment is key. Like, when you go to the doctor’s and they give you a course of treatment, you won’t get the effects if you just take the medication from time to time. If …
Embodiment Somatic movement YogaWhat is somatic movement? Moving with Awareness, Ease, and Choice
So when I say we do some somatic movement in my yoga classes, what exactly do I mean? What is somatic movement? This is a movement that looks for Internal focus over external form. The movements are not aiming for …
Yoga Yoga for functional ageing Yoga in StreathamWinter Wellness Yoga: Nourish & Restore
In January and February the focus of our yoga classes in Streatham will be Winter Wellness: Nourish and Restore. In winter, reduced daylight and lower temperatures often lead to less activity, which can contribute to increased stiffness, slower circulation, lower …