How to strengthen your arms

How to strengthen your arms

I often get asked by students functionally weaker in the upper body (usually, but not always, women😉), how they can work unobtrusively during their yoga practice to strengthen their upper bodies and more importantly their arms.  Use these simple tips to consistently...
How to keep your “monkey mind” on the mat

How to keep your “monkey mind” on the mat

Each experience on your yoga mat is unique.  What happened before you arrived at your mat, the current state of your emotions, what’s happening in your personal life, incidents at home or at work, what’s happening on your calendar for the rest of the...
Can I get cardio benefits from Yoga?

Can I get cardio benefits from Yoga?

I often get asked by sceptics if Yoga can provide any cardio benefit.  This is especially pertinent for those incorporating cardio into their exercise routine to maintain a certain level of fitness or for those looking to lose weight and tone up. Traditionally, many...
The dawn of the Digital class

The dawn of the Digital class

Learning to negotiate COVID-19 imposed measures around the world has shaken most of us to the very foundation. Many of us lost our jobs and had to scramble to find a means of earning a new income stream.  For me, the journey has been positive, allowing me to discover...