Month: July 2020
Marathon Man
Qualified yoga teacher and endurance athlete Michele Graglia recently completed a unique run across Asia’s remote Gobi Desert. His achievement highlights how yoga can underpin any fitness…
Mantra of the month – trust the process
Mantra of the month Try this pose Camel (Ustrasana): This pose is perfect to accompany your mantra. Let your heart open and welcome in change and new…
Yoga Changed my Life – Patrick Johns
Yoga has given Patrick Johns the clarity of mind to pursue his passions NAME: Patrick Johns AGE: 28 OCCUPATION: Writer & Teacher YOGA YEARS: 4 Why did…
Namaste – Readers’ Letters April 2020
N@maste Love OM magazine and want to tell the world? Here’s your chance The Currie club How great to see the inspirational Barbara Currie featured in your…
My Secret Place Louise Lieffering
My place Yogi: Louise Lieffering Photographer: Bram de Vries Location: Kennemerduinen, Bloemendaal, Netherlands The photo shows Louise Lieffering, a Hatha Yoga teacher from the Netherlands, in a…
Contributors April 2020
Crystal Skinner From an ex-professional dancer who was generally stiff, prone to injury and self-doubt, Crystal found fluidity and light within the mind and body through yoga….
High on a Hill – Grand Hotel Kronenhof
OM investigates the growing trend for goat yoga with a visit to the Grand Hotel Kronenhof In Switzerland. By Tom Sanderson Once upon a time somewhere in…
Watercress and Pea Pasta
Watercress and Pea Pasta This watercress and pea pasta dish is packed full of nutrients, with healthy fats from the nuts and plenty of vitamins from the…
Online yoga at home
There has never been a better time to start a home yoga practice. Fortunately, many of the world’s best-loved yoga instructors are now available and ready to…
Lentil Meat Loaf
Lentil Meat Loaf This lentil meat loaf makes a deliciously hearty meal that is not only tasty but full of nutritious and high-protein grains and pulses. Ingredients…
No Beef Stew
No beef Stew There’s certainly no need for meat in this hearty and delicious vegan no beef stew. The rich, thick gravy is satisfying, making this comfort…
Eat Drink Yoga – May 2020
Healthy eating goodies Boka Bars With their four green traffic light credentials these are the perfect healthy option to snack on without the guilt! All bars follow…
Heal Your Throat Chakra
In the fifth of a seven-part series, Jenny Baker leads an exploration of the body’s subtle spinning energy wheels, or chakras. This month: heal your throat chakra…
Fear in the time of Coronavirus – Uncertain Times
There are things we can all do to ride the wave of uncertain times, says Roxanne Issurdatt After weeks of being told to remain calm, the World…
Words matter
Words matter Stop, look and listen: a simple practice for better communicationBy Jill Lawson Communication is a funny thing. Our words can either convey a message clearly…
Gratitude never grows old. Daily Gratitude
Making daily gratitude a part of your yoga practice In the past few weeks, life has changed drastically for much of the world. During this time of…
Peacock Pose – Marc Roberts
MARC ROBERTS IS THE MAN ON THE MAT Peacock Pose (Mayurasana) Benefits Peacock pose strengthens wrists, forearms and shoulders Tones abdominal muscles and stimulates digestion Develops physical…
The Power of Purpose
From the marines to meditation, David Richards is now committed to helping people find their true purpose in life. Here, he offers a few thoughts on how…
Stay in, work out
#StayInWorkOut: From Disney dance-alongs to working out with Joe Wicks (aka The Body Coach), Sport England wants to keep the country fit and active at home Want…
5 Virtual Tours to Boost Wellbeing
5 virtual tours to boost wellbeing Stuck at home and no chance of getting away anytime soon? No problem: we’ve picked the ultimate virtual tours to boost…
Yoga in Lockdown
OM asked a few yoga teachers around the UK how they were coping in the current climate where studios are closed and fear is everywhere – what…
A Meditation for Hope
A meditation for hope A quick meditation for hope – keep it burning during the Corona crisisBy Jill Lawson The world is in crisis and we are…
4 Techniques to Ease Anxiety
4 techniques to ease anxiety Simply yoga ways for dealing with stress and anxiety.By Anna Brook We live in uncertain times. Within a very short space of…
Yoga for Anxiety
3 poses to ease your anxiety during these troublesome times. By Sarah Highfield We are not even halfway through the year yet, but it would be fair…