November 10, 2009

Fabulous Fitflop Boots!

Having worn my Fitflops all summer, I wasn’t looking forward to going back into proper shoes again. Then those lovely people at Victoria Health sent me a pair of gorgeous bronze Fitflop Boots. The muddy Dorset lanes have never seen anything so trendy! SEE HERE for the winter range.
When I met Marcia Kilgore she told me about the amazing benefits of wearing [...]

September 10, 2009

Yoga Holiday Pictures – not an asana in sight…..

Thanks to our lovely group – we had a ball! Giles & Hannah XX

September 10, 2009

Monthly Practice Routines

Each month, I develop specific practice routines suggested by people on the mailing list. Send an email to hannah@hannahlovegrove.co.uk be added to the  mailing list for a monthly update, and let me know if there is a topic  you’d like me to cover. This is a new service and I welcome your feedback.
A small charge covers the costs of photography, design and [...]

August 10, 2009

Intermediate Classes

Two-hour classes for people with 2 years experience or more. The purpose of the classes is to explore the introductory poses in more depth and to practice some of the intermediate poses. These sessions will also help individuals develop their personal practice and work on areas of difficulty.
Dates and Times for 2009:
Saturday 19th September – 10-12am
Saturday 10th October – 10-12am
Saturday [...]

August 10, 2009

YOGA & WALKING WEEKEND

7th & 8th November 2009.

The Saturday Yoga Class is held at a unique venue overlooking the sea, with a panoramic view of the Jurassic Coastline and the Cobb in Lyme Regis. These days are special - whatever the weather, the sights and sounds of the sky and the sea provide a wonderful natural backdrop for the day and add a special quality to our [...]

July 20, 2009

Colds & Flu – Notes

NOTES – for the main article, click HERE.
1. The relationship between emotional stress and the depletion of the immune system.  The research shows how the immune system appears to benefit from the practice of yoga, and other activities which harmonise the mind/body/spirit. These forms of training encourage ‘coherence’, as opposed to ‘chaos’, in the rhythm of the heart beat. Immunoglobulin [...]

July 17, 2009

Colds & ‘Flu – protection through a healthy immune system

The government’s web site  tackles many of the questions you may have about swine flu. If you are pregnant or have small children, the NCT has a useful page. Alongside similar advice, the US web site ’Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’ includes the very interesting suggestion that we ‘find healthy ways to deal with stress and anxiety’.
Research is beginning [...]

June 25, 2009

Notes from Rachel’s June yoga holiday.

We had a fabulous start to the summer with the June 2009 holiday in Portugal.   11 guests arrived for a week of yoga, good company and great food in the fabulous surroundings of Quinta Mimosa.  New guests instantly relaxed in the wonderful atmosphere and returning guests settled back into familiar surroundings with a smile.
The group [...]

January 16, 2009

Yoga Smoothies – Colour-coded by Nature.

 
 

We know that diet and excercise are the keys to a healthy life. Together with my commitment to yoga and its holistic benefits I am a firm believer in using food as medicine, supporting health and encouraging healing through a good quality diet of appropriate foods. To keep our bodies in top form we need a diet rich in anti-oxidants*, and these are [...]

January 6, 2009

Yoga Days in Bournemouth – 2009

For details of day events in Bournemouth, click HERE
These Yoga workshops are hosted by the Dorset and Hampshire Iyengar Yoga Institute. There are also detals of holidays and other events.
Do contact me if you have any questions regarding your suitablility, or the teacher, directions etc. They are generally held in Trinity Church Hall, Southbourne Road, [...]

January 4, 2009

Yoga Days for 2009.

 Yoga Days 2009 are held in the Masonic Hall, Lyme Regis. The dates for this year are:
Saturday 27th June – Yoga and Chakra Balance – a yoga workshop with Hannah using postures, breathing and meditation to enhance health and balance the energy of  body, mind and spirit.  
Saturday 1st August – back for her third visit, Margaret [...]

December 30, 2008

DETOX AND ENJOY YOUR DAY!

‘Green Lightning’ by Nature’s Plus is one of my favourite Victoria Health products. It’s a MUST HAVE to kick-start your low-GI, high protein detox plan for the New Year. This recipe will help to balance blood sugar levels, ease you through mood swings and keep you feeling pepped up until lunchtime.
Put these ingredients into your blender:
200ml milk ( a mix of soya [...]

November 16, 2008

Orange Tree Yoga Holidays 2009.

A message from my sister, Rachel Lovegrove.
Holidays for 2009:  6th – 13th June, 18th – 25th July, 12th – 19th September.
One of my first yoga teachers told me that yoga was something to be cherished in our daily lives.  She said; “From time to time, just be aware of your breath and feel the golden [...]

October 28, 2008

* Shop *

Click on the link (left) to browse the Yogamatters web site, or click on the pictures below to go straight to the item illustrated.

For a selection of ideas for Christmas presents, click HERE. 

If you need any help email hannah@hannahlovegrove.co.uk 

Mats   There is no substitute for a good yoga mat.
Blocks  - Lots of colours, to team with you other [...]

October 28, 2008

* PRACTICE *

YOGA FOR THE MORE EXPERIENCED.
 If you are attending a weekly class, you may want a specific sequence of poses that will help you to develop your practice, or a therapeutic routine to aid recovery from an illness. You might also need to know how to adapt familiar poses to take account of an injury or immobility. Try these, or subscribe to the [...]