Story of the lemon tree is way to explore the different between thriving and just surviving and coping.
Thrive versus survive – the story of the lemon tree
Sun salutations at the wall to move your spine
This video explores variations of sun salutations at the wall with a range of creative spinal movements.
Alternate nostril breathing including visualisation [audio] (updated 15 July 2023)
This brief audio recording walks through how to do alternate nostril breathing including an option to visual the practice if you would rather not use your fingers to control your nostrils.
Ask not if you can do it, but why you are doing it
Every part of our anatomy affects not only if we can do a yoga position, but also what the purpose of doing the pose actually is.
Tolasana 101
Tolasana or scale pose, requires core, arm and upper body strength. This gentle version is accessible to most people.
Lolasana or pendant pose 101 (a new option for core strength)
Lolasana requires core strength including your hip flexors, as well as arm strength. Plus it’s fun!
Happy hips in extended side angle pose [video]
The position of your feet and ultimately your hips can make a big difference on keeping your back, pelvis and sacrum healthy and safe in extended side angle pose.
Body position for extended side angle pose [video]
To master extended side angle pose is about finding the side body stretch and that requires just the right body position.
Side lunges 101
Not commonly a yoga pose, side lunges can be a great way to stretch the groin (inner thigh) and hamstrings (back of the thigh).
Gentle options for restorative yoga backbend [video]
Learn three different options for gentle restorative yoga backbends especially for people who experience muscle pain and tightness in the lower and mid back.