Written by Kara Goodsell 'Engage Mula Bandha’ is an oft-quoted instruction in class. But just how do you do that? Byron Yoga Centre teacher trainer Kara Goodsell explores some simple techniques and tips for isolating [...]
Written by Ana Davis Theme: Forward bends and inversions. Benefits: good for relieving headaches and nervous tension; balancing for the hormonal system; stretches hamstrings and lengthens/tractions lower back. Suitable for experienced beginner – intermediate. Use [...]
Written by Ana Davis Theme: Heart opening – passive backbends Benefits: rejuvenating, promotes deeper, more efficient breathing; relieves upper back and neck tension; good for digestive complaints; creates limber spine. Suitable for experienced beginner to [...]
Written by Ana Davis Theme: menstrual / women’s health Benefits: balances hormonal system, tones reproductive organs, promotes healthy menstruation, calms the mind and nervous system, nourishes the digestive system. 1. Supta Baddha Konasana (reclining [...]
Written by Kara Goodsell If a rose is a rose is a rose, does it follow that a pose is a pose is a pose? The myths and legends behind poses can empower us to [...]
Written by Gitam Garden In this season of sweet tooth indulgence, it's nice to know that some treats aren't all empty calories but as nutritious as they are yummy. Feel good about dessert this Christmas [...]
Written by Gabrielle Tourelle For one retreat participant battling health problems, the power of going on retreat to Byron Yoga Centre crept up on her, resulting in revolutionary decisions and life changes. The decision to [...]
Written by Kara Goodsell Your alarm goes off at 5am, it’s dark outside and so warm and comfortable in bed. Do you pull back the covers, ready, willing and able to step up and step [...]
Written by Gitam Garden This spinach and pear is sweet, tart, creamy and delicious. A perfect salad for summer, filled with potassium, magnesium, vitamins A and C and calcium. Ingredients Salad 1 large [...]
Written by Kara Goodsell The concept of bandhas is one of the more subtle and esoteric aspects of yoga and if you have ever been left feeling somewhat perplexed as to the correct bandha action [...]