Issue 143 – July 2023

Om Yoga Magazine

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Welcome – July 2023

Welcome Summer is here. Welcome to our July issue, a happy place filled with good vibes, totally amazing people, plus…

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Contributors – July 2023

Dr. Tracey Meyers Tracey is a psychologist, yoga teacher and therapist, and author of the book, Yin Yoga Therapy for…

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My Secret Place – Yarramundi Reserve, New South Wales, Australia

My Preview text place Yogi: Rob Lahoud Photographer: David Parry Location: Yarramundi Reserve, New South Wales, Australia Yarramundi Reserve was…

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Namaste – July 2023

N@maste Love OM magazine and want to tell the world? Here’s your chance Aussie rules It was nice to see…

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Yoga changed my life – Heike Petersen Cunza

If she’s moving and stretching her body, then Heike Petersen Cunza, the founder of Wellicious yoga wear, is a happy…

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WIN! 2 nights yoga holiday at Paradis Plage resort in Morocco – worth over £800*

resort in Morocco – worth over £800* This month we’ve teamed up with Paradis Plage, a dreamy eco resort in…

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How to… get comfortable with uncertainty

The Happiness Explorer, by Lydia Kimmerling We never really know what lies ahead. Isn’t it funny how the things we…

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Summer holiday snaps

Where are you going for your summer hols? Take a copy of OM with you, take a pic, and share…

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Living the teachings: Grounding

Understanding yoga’s everyday spiritual meanings. This month: Grounding. By Sue Pugh Grounding means connecting with the earth, both physically and…

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The mind-heart-body connection

The importance of mental wellness for a healthy heart and brain: six easy lifestyle tips Research shows anxiety, stress and…

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Amazing Spaces – Yoga MCR

amazing spaces Yoga MCR Yoga MCR (Space at the Mill Studio)2nd Floor, Wellington Mill, Duke Street, Manchester, M3 4NF yoga-manchester.co.uk…

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OM Loves – July 2023

Beautiful things for beautiful people Ira Active Top White Ira Active Top White from Studio Éhr. Double-layered, a smooth finished…

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Planet Yoga – July 2023

Planet yoga Stories from around the weird and wonderful world of yoga USA: Meditate like Yoda Think meditation is boring…

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OM Yoga Show 2023

13th, 14th & 15th October 2023 | Alexandra Palace, London The OM Yoga Show is getting closer! If you haven’t…

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Within Yoga

Enjoy the Within Yoga experience at the OM Yoga Show with founders Joaquin Gomez and Sarah Grogan Yoga changed Sarah…

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OM Meets… Mellara Gold

OM meets… Mellara Gold Mellara Gold is one of the many inspirational teachers you can practice with at the OM…

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Yoga Anatomy: Crow Pose (Kakasana)

A 360º overview of… Crow Pose (Kakasana) With Dr Kiki Morriss Crow Pose is an advance arm balance that requires…

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Crow Pose (Kakasana)

Yoga at Home – Happy Hamstrings – Sequence

Happy hamstrings A practice to stretch out your hamstrings and warm up your body. Although there seems to be a…

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Happy Hamstrings

Yoga unpacked: Satya – live with truth

Ever been in a yoga class and not fully understood what the teacher is talking about? Bestselling author and creator…

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Yin yoga for emotion regulation

The use of yin yoga to support emotion regulation. By Tracey Meyers Reading time: 5 minutes “When we protect ourselves…

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Posture matters

Straighten up and avoid hunchback: top posture tips that your grandma always knew Reading time: 2 minutes Do you remember…

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Special Report – Yoga for Beginners

Listen up, yoga newbies! Believe it or not, you are at an advantage if you are a yoga beginner. Here’s…

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7 days to zen

High street store M&S recently partnered with yoga and fitness coach Rosie Stockley, founder of fitness platform Mamawell, to create…

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Flow with a conscience

ADVERTORIAL Find your perfect sustainable yoga mat at Yogamatters Yogamatters has been serving yoga teachers, studios and practitioners for over…

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What is a yoga practice?

Kelsey Taylor outlines the basic building blocks of a simple yoga practice Reading time: 2 minutes Yoga dates back thousands…

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What is a yoga practice

3 poses to nurture your inner warrior

Master three of yoga’s most iconic poses for an instant energy and mental boost. By Sarah Highfield Reading time: 2…

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Man on the Mat – Hasta Uttanasana

MAN ON THE MAT with Ravi Dixit Hasta Uttanasana (Raised Arms Pose) Hasta Uttanasana, a standing posture, is the second…

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Hasta Uttanasana

Prison Yoga: a beacon of light

Yoga was a ‘beacon of light’ in prison for former prisoner, Richard, who will be sharing his experiences at the…

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Prison Yoga

I am the breath on your lips

Paying attention to our breath can connect us to the rich fullness of life. By Lauren Bloxham Reading time: 4…

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Bring the outdoors into your home

Soothe your soul with outdoor art: stunning landscapes photography that can melt away the stress and tensions of daily life…

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3 things to do every day to make your life better

You have the power within you to live your life with confidence, clarity and grace. You are beautiful, talented, and…

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Yoga’s symphony of movement

The soulful urge to let love fall. By Gregory Ormson Reading time: 6 minutes When you engage with yoga, you…

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Why learn Sanskrit?

The ancient wisdom of Sanskrit asana names: enhancing yoga teaching and deepening personal practice. By Tom Williams Reading time: 3…

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Eat Drink Yoga – July 2023

Fearne & Rosie Reduced Sugar Jams Most traditional jams contain more sugar than fruit (in fact, some contain up to…

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Fudgy Beet Brownies

Fudgy Beet Brownies Roasted beets do some heavy lifting in these rich and dense Fudgy Beet Brownies. They add texture,…

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One Pot Tuscan Pasta

One Pot Tuscan Pasta This One Pot Tuscan Pasta is guaranteed to please everyone at the table. The Italian-inspired tomato…

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One Pot Tuscan Pasta

Spicy Sheet Pan Cauliflower Tacos

Spicy Sheet Pan Cauliflower Tacos These sheet pan cauliflower tacos are easy while still having all the flavour, texture and…

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Post-workout power meals

Unlock the power of post-workout meals: exclusive veggie and vegan recipes to enhance physique and health from The Kitchen Community…

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My Yoga Biz – Sarah Mangan

MyYogaBiz Tips from the experts to help you grow the yoga business of your dreams Reading time: 3 minutes  This…

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Sarah Mangan

Yoga studio heroes

10 things I’ve learnt in 10 years running one of Yorkshire’s largest yoga studios. By Holly McFee, founder of Yoga…

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Confessions of a newly-qualified yoga teacher

Five surprising realities of being a yoga teacher that I was blissfully unaware of as a student. By Brandi Rima…

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Newly qualified yoga teacher

Navigating negativity bias

You can’t please everyone and there’s no point dwelling on it. By Paula Hines Reading time: 2 minutes Picture the…

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OM Books – July 2023

The Healing Workbook: Tips And Guided Exercise To Help Overcome Trauma Amanda Marples £12.99VIE Books (Summersdale Publishers)Trauma may seem a…

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Yoga is for every body – July 2023

Yoga is for every body Your pictures. Your community Brandi Rima and her kids at Skaneatles, NY, USA Bea Durinikova…

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The Great Outdoors – Special Report

Take your yoga practice outside this summer for a double health boost, where you can stretch away as you soak…

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Aqua Yoga 101

Take your yoga practice into the water and open up a whole new world of fun, healthy possibilities. Renowned expert…

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Aqua Yoga

Connecting with nature

The transformative power of coastal wellbeing practices: the work of Dr Alicia Ray Reading time: 3 minutes In today’s fast-paced,…

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Connecting with nature

Park Yoga

Parkrun has become a global phenomenon. Now you can enjoy Park Yoga as well Reading time: 2 minutes Every Saturday…

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ZenBoat

First there was the Love Boat… now there’s the ZenBoat! Reading time: 1 minute Unearth your inner zen with ZenBoat,…

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OM & Bass festival

Join the yoga party in Oxfordshire this September as OM & Bass, one of Britain’s top wellness festivals, celebrates its…

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Try SUP Yoga

Enrico Tambellini explains why SUP Yoga is every bit as good your traditional land-based mat yoga Reading time: 2 minutes…

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Yoga for the soul

India Pearson describes her journey from a yoga mat in London to the great open yoga studio outdoors, supplied by…

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Sky-high yoga at The O2

A pocket of peace whilst soaking up panoramic views of London Reading time: 1 minute Brilliant views and brilliant vibes…

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Get your walking boots on

Yoga offers something for everyone, but sometimes a good walk outside is all you need to boost fitness and mood….

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Yoga and sailing

Enjoy life on the ocean waves with a yoga and sailing holiday Reading time: 1 minute Star Clippers still has…

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The ridiculous joy of laughter yoga

Whoever said that laughter is the best medicine was right! By Sarah Highfield Reading time: 2 minutes Think back to…

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Issue 143 – July 2023