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Light fantastic – Lucia No3
Light therapy has long been known to affect our moods and emotions. A new high-tech solution, Lucia No3 – the Lucid Light Experience, takes this to a…
Yoga for stress
A simple Iyengar Yoga sequence for easing stress. By Helen Ayling We all know what it’s like to feel stressed, but it’s not easy to describe exactly…
Connected by breath
Using breathing practices and co-regulation to reduce stress in children. By Ayalá Homossany A five-year-old boy came up to me after a family yoga session recently and…
5 ways to manage stress with yoga
Yoga and how it can help in the battle against stress. By Gillian Osborne When we talk about combatting stress with yoga it’s useful to have an…
Beat stress with yoga
Yoga is our secret weapon in the war against stress. By Eva Kristlova Stress is now ever present in our day-to-day lives and the world seems to…
Yoga and poetry
The yogi, mystic and author known simply as Deep talks to OM about how the practice has shaped his poetry Whether it be as a mystic, yogi,…
SIDE LUNGE POSE
MATTHEW SHAW IS THE MAN ON THE MAT SIDE LUNGE POSE (SKANDASANA) Skandasana, or side lunge pose, promotes flexibility and strength in the inner thighs and hamstrings,…
Yoga for neck pain
Can yoga help with neck pain? Here are eight poses that may help. By Arianna Langton Technology has become a huge part of our lives, especially during…
OM meets… Kassandra Reinhardt
OM meets… Kassandra Reinhardt US-based YouTube yoga sensation Kassandra Reinhardt has amassed a huge following for her safe, accessible classes and personable style. Here, she talks to…
Yoga Anatomy: Sun Salutation
A 360º overview of… Sun Salutation (Surya Namaskar) With Dr Kiki Morriss Throughout 2022, OM will take you on a journey through all the key poses that…
Planet Yoga – December 2021
Planet yoga Stories from around the weird and wonderful world of yoga CANADA: Team Canada The Canadian Olympic Committee and Canadian Paralympic Committee have announced that popular…
Mudra Collection
MUDRA COLLECTION Mudra is a clothing brand rooted in the beauty of colour therapy, using natural materials and silhouettes that embrace women’s personal expressions moving past conventional…
OM Loves – December 2021
Beautiful things for beautiful people Breath Cards A set of hand-designed cards, where each card describes a particular breathing technique. Can serve as a helpful tool or…
Thaxted Yoga
amazing spaces Thaxted Yoga Hammer Hill Farm, Stanbrook,Thaxted, Essex, CM6 2NH Thaxtedyoga.co.uk Thaxted Yoga’s stunning wellness studio overlooks the rolling Essex countryside, close to the picturesque town…
Yoga and Aromatherapy – Cinnamon Oil
The month of December means we move into deepest darkest winter as the weather and light changes. To mark this seasonal transformation and to help you embrace…
Mantra of the month – I am grateful
Mantra of the month As we come to the end of the year, we reflect back on what we have achieved, what went right, what didn’t go…
Yoga changed my life – Alexandra Reece-Ford
Yoga and meditation helped Alexandra Reece-Ford reclaim her life from anxiety, depression and ME NAME: Alexandra Reece-Ford AGE: 36 OCCUPATION: Yoga and meditation teacher YOGA YEARS: 8+…
Headstand crazy
The most popular yoga poses of 2021. And the winner is… headstand! Yoga has been our go-to workout over the past couple of years as we’ve exercised…
Namaste – Readers’ Letters December 2021
N@maste Love OM magazine and want to tell the world? Here’s your chance Yoga for menopause Thanks for your menopause yoga guide in the November issue. I…
WIN a year’s supply of HALO Hydration sticks
Win a year’s supply of HALO Hydration sticks We’ve teamed up with HALO this month to offer one lucky reader a whole year’s supply of its delicious…
My secret place – Cas Foley
My Preview text place Yogi: Cas FoleyPhotographer: Aaron BullLocation: Maldives The clear turquoise waters ripple as baby black-tip reef sharks hunt the bait-fish in the shallows. Colours…
Contributors – December 2021
Shuntao Li Shuntao found her love for yoga in London and completed her 200-hour yoga teacher training qualification in the beautiful Alpujarras mountains in Spain. Her typical…
OM in 30 Seconds – December 2021
Get your shopping done early with our Christmas gift guide, filled with wholesome, eco-friendly festive goodies for the yogi in your life. Support ethical, yoga-friendly businesses this…
Pointing in the right direction
After finally nailing Compass Pose, Victoria Jackson says her practice is moving in the right direction Although it looks beautiful, I’ve never really cared for Compass Pose….