Multitasking is common in the modern world. Many people have to fit in a multitude of personal and professional duties all in a single day, everyday. The mind is continually managing a task list and re-prioritising as additional challenges appear. It is for many the norm. However, with this rush to get it all done, …
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Meditation apps are a simple and accessible way to integrate mindfulness exercises into your everyday routine, whether you’re struggling to deal with stress in uncertain times or need to fall asleep faster. But how can you find the best meditation app with so many choices? How do you know which app is ideal for you? …
When practiced correctly, yoga can improve flexibility, tone muscle, reduce stress levels, and even alleviate anxiety and depression. However, in yoga as in other types of physical activity, bad form can leave you vulnerable to muscle strain and over-stretching of the joints. This is especially common for those of us yogis who practice at home …
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Meditation can be overwhelming for some, especially if you’re a beginner. Today, there are many meditation apps you can download to help you learn basic and advanced meditation techniques. However, if an app doesn’t appeal to you, you may want to try practicing meditation through YouTube Videos. Downloading meditation apps on your phone can be …
Have you ever tried yoga? Most people have – it has been around for millennia and has only become more popular in recent years; now it’s one of the most common forms of exercise. It is an exercise in connecting the mind, body and spirit to get fit, remain healthy and ensure mental wellness. We …
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From the moment you wake up, you face many tasks and problems that need to be prioritised and addressed. Planning, processing random ideas, and daydreaming can take a toll on your body, and can lead to anxiety, stress, and symptoms of depression. Performing mindfulness exercises can help you focus your attention away from these kinds …
In this article we consider what plants to grow in your yoga studio, and why you should consider it in the first place. The benefits of growing plants in your yoga studio are both intuitive and backed up by science. Research shows that spending time in an environment with houseplants reduces psychological and physical stress. …
Warming up is an essential part of every workout, even yoga. Yoga warm up poses gently prepare your body for deeper stretches. Whether you are doing slow movements in a Hatha yoga sequence or you have a more demanding yoga practice in your future, warming up reduces your risk for injury and gets your body ready for what is to come.
Our digestive tract is one of the most sensitive systems in our body. The discomfort felt in your abdomen from indigestion, menstrual cramps, constipation, or even simply overeating, can leave you doubled over in pain. The most common response to digestive sensitivity is stomach bloat. The feeling of fullness and your abdomen stretching can be very uncomfortable. It might feel like a laxative or a pain reliever like ibuprofen is the best solution, but it doesn’t have to be. We’ve prepared a list of 5-Minute yoga stretches to help relieve your stomach bloat naturally.These poses will help stretch out your abdominal muscles and reignite your digestive tract.
This has been a challenging year for everyone around the world. The impact of a pandemic affected each of us in different ways. The toll on our mental and physical health is impossible to ignore. With so much out of our control, the best we can do is shift our perspective and take hold of the aspects of our life that we can control. Physical exercise in the form of yoga has benefited the human race for over 5000 years. The practice of yoga calms the mind and relaxes the body. What surprises many who are just starting out is the improved strength of not just your muscles, but of your mind. Challenging the mind will ultimately improve your mental health and give you renewed and refreshed perspective.
