Self-Discipline for Westerners. As an Iyengar Yoga teacher, I’m at odds with Western depictions of what yoga is and what it’s about. To start with, there’s a fundamental issue I want to explore and that is our skewed Western view of the purpose of humility and respect. At RIMYI, the Iyengar Yoga Institute in Pune, we hearContinue reading “From #YOGA to Self-realisation.”
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Iyengar Yoga home practice sheets.
These yoga routines are designed to be simple and easy to use. You may need some equipment, but most can be substituted with things you have at home. The first six sheets are suitable for all levels. The last two are suitable for more experienced students. If you have any questions or comments, please use theContinue reading “Iyengar Yoga home practice sheets.”
A Smoothie – the best breakfast.
For a morning kick start and smooth ride through your day, put these into your blender: 200ml milk ( a mix of soya & coconut is my favourite, but use goat, cow, etc) 1 chopped banana 2 tsp Green Lightning with power-packed superfoods and oceanic algae like spirulina, chlorella, and Pacific kelp, Green Lightning delivers energizing, purifyingContinue reading “A Smoothie – the best breakfast.”
Granola – the staff of life.
Download the recipe HERE. This is a modification of a great recipe served at the sumptuous brunch on one of our yoga holidays in Portugal. It was meant for the few wheat-free guests, but quickly became a favourite with everybody. It will set you up for the day, and is a great alternative for a tea-time snack.Continue reading “Granola – the staff of life.”
* 20 Ways to recycle your old yoga mat.
We have wooden floors at home. They look lovely, but bath mats and rugs are lethal! I have cured the problem using several old yoga mats as thin, soft underlay for the rugs. Old mats are also useful when cut to fit the footwell in the car, for keeping your car floor mud and dust free. Thanks to the team at YogamattersContinue reading “* 20 Ways to recycle your old yoga mat.”
Creative Uses for Old Yoga Mats
We have wooden floors at home. They look lovely, but bath mats and rugs are lethal! I have cured the problem using several old yoga mats as thin, soft underlay for the rugs. Old mats are also useful when cut to fit the footwell in the car, for keeping your car floor mud and dust free. Thanks to the team at YogamattersContinue reading “Creative Uses for Old Yoga Mats”
