Month: October 2020
The secret valley – Moinhos Velhos
Refreshed and re-energised in a secret Portuguese valley, Paula Hines discovers the delights of juice fasting retreat Moinhos Velhos Located in a secluded valley by the Barragem…
OM Travel – July 2019
Ayurvedic retreat Italian Ayurvedic retreat with UK teacher Susie Jennings Suzie Jennings, 70, an experienced yoga teacher and practitioner from East Sussex, recently graduated from the prestigious…
Yoga is for Every Body – July 2019
Yoga is for every body Your pictures. Your community We want your photos! Send us happy shots, fun pics, great asana (or bad asana!), big smiley faces,…
OM Books – July 2019
108 Steps To God – Dealing With God’s Jokes Anne-Marie Newland £7.99O-BooksThe latest book by popular yoga teacher and the founder of Sun Power Yoga, Anne-Marie Newland,…
OM in 30 Seconds – November 2020
Nottingham-based teacher Mumtaz Haque continues to break down barriers, encouraging all to the yoga mat. She talks to OM about her yoga journey and her experiences as…
Welcome – November 2020
Welcome Yoga has never been more popular, and for good reason. This simple practice now helps millions of people worldwide to better navigate the stresses and strains…
Cover me
Paula Hines gives a big shout out to all those teachers providing cover for her classes Yoga teachers are used to doing lots of the things required…
Becoming a social media yoga influencer
David Holzer explores why yoga teachers are pairing up with industry brands…and how you can go about it For some of us who make a living from…
My Yoga Biz – Emma Epton
MyYogaBiz Tips from the experts to help you grow the yoga business of your dreams. This month’s mentor: Emma Epton  Yoga Reloaded, Kent (whitstablecommunityyoga.co.uk) DID YOUR TRAINING…
Live like Jamie
How a family must rally together and remember to celebrate, even in the face of tragedy. By Siri Arti I was teaching in Germany when I saw…
The HOT yoga diet
Nourishing your body for hot yoga. By Sarah Jackson Hot yoga is a favourite among many yogis today. Not only does it have all the benefits of…
Roasted Cauliflower and Lentil Tacos
Roasted Cauliflower & Lentil Tacos Nothing says holiday like tacos. They’re versatile, playful, and always satisfying – especially when they’re grain-free, stuffed with plant-based goodness, and topped…
Eat drink yoga – July 2019
Healthy eating goodies St Peter’s Alcohol-Free Beer St Peter’s Brewery has launched Without Elderberry & Raspberry, a delicious fruity and summery alcohol-free beer (0.0% ABV) that’s perfect…
A Year of Self-Love – July: Forgiveness
July – Forgiveness The relationship we have with ourselves sets the foundation for every other relationship in our lives. By nourishing this special relationship, we learn that…
Small Steps lead to BIG THINGS
How small, consistent steps can create big and long-lasting changes if you want to build a yoga or meditation practice, says Dawn Wright When you want to…
Hidden Treasures of the East – The Tree of Life
Exploring the true meaning of yoga’s gifts to the West – The Tree of Life The Tree of Life is a universal symbol that carries significant meaning…
Beyond mindfulness
Mindfulness can be the beginning of a far deeper, richer spiritual experience. By Jo De Rosa Mindfulness is a great first step towards the ‘control ’of the…
Yoga: the poetry of the body
Yogini and poet Kaye Martindale takes a look at the enigmatic way poetry shines a light on the practice of yoga. Here, she explores the deeper meanings…
Proud as a peacock
Why shouldn’t we be proud of ourselves? Jill Lawson presents a meditation on how we can take pride in all that we are…without strutting around like a…
3 Things to Remember When You Are Practicing Yoga
In order for us to experience what we call “freedom” through yoga, we must understand time and space and how we can transcend it through the body…
10 #trending styles of yoga
Do something different! We’ve picked 10 great mind-body practices this month to shake up your usual yoga routine. It’s always good to try something new, so here’s…
5 Reasons to Hug Yourself
When you can’t hug your family or friends in the age of coronavirus 5 Reasons to Hug Yourself I am missing a hug in these corona virus…
Man on the Mat – Matt Mulcahy
MATT MULCAHY IS THE MAN ON THE MAT Tree Pose (Vrksasana) Benefits An iconic standing balance that draws its roots from hatha yoga, tree pose remains popular…
Men need self-care too
Simple ways for guys to bring more calm and contentment into their day-to-day lives Five quick ways to take time for yourself 1. put down your phoneThis…