Recent Articles in Hatha Yoga

Duration: 40 minutes

Emphasis: A slow sequence of seated poses to stretch the legs, open the hips and stretch the sides of the body.

Props needed: 2 flat blocks, plus extra blocks or cushion if Virasana is difficult for your knees, a belt and a blanket.

Mat direction: Long edge of mat facing screen

Duration: 27 minutes

Emphasis: Enjoy some quiet time in the restorative pose of Viparita Karani. We'll also explore some variations so you can stretch the inner thighs, outer hips and over the glutes too.

Props needed: Some wall space, a block, a blanket and an optional belt or tie.

Mat direction: n/a

Duration: 15 minutes

Emphasis: This short sequence of exercises will focus on stretching and strengthening your hands, fingers, wrists and forearms.

Props needed: Chair or blocks to sit on.

Mat direction: n/a

Duration: 36 minutes

Emphasis: Strengthen the core (abdomen and lower back) with these poses, paying particular attention to the Bandhas (or 'locks') which seal the energy within the body and heighten awareness. Note: Mula Bandha and Uddiyana Bandha should not be practiced during pregnancy or during menstruation.

Props needed: 2 blocks

Mat direction: Long side of the mat facing the screen will enable you to see best when you are lying down

Duration: 22 minutes

Emphasis: Stretches to improve mobility and ease in and around the shoulder joints

Props needed: A belt or strap, blocks to sit on if required

Mat direction: n/a

Duration: 17 minutes

Emphasis: Rest in these 3 supported poses to help you deeply stretch and completely relax

Props needed: 2 blocks, a blanket, yoga bolster (if you don't have a yoga bolster I'll show you how to make your own using your mat, a pillow and a blanket.

Mat Direction: Long edge of mat facing the screen.

Duration: 45 minutes

Emphasis: Stretch out tight muscles and ease hard-working joints after your cycle ride

Props needed: 4 blocks (or equivalent stack of books) for under the hands, and a blanket for under the knees if required

Mat Direction: Long edge of mat facing the screen.

Duration: 25 minutes

Emphasis: Rest in these 3 supported poses to help you relax and prepare for a good night's sleep

Props needed: 2 or 3 blocks, 2 towels, blanket, yoga bolster (if you don't have a yoga bolster I'll show you how to make your own using your mat, a pillow and a blanket.

Mat Direction: Short edge of mat facing the screen.

Duration: 47 minutes

Emphasis: This class invites you to explore the flexibility of your spine with some deeper backbends. If you have any back problems please practice the Gentle Backbend Flow instead.

Props needed: 2 blocks and a blanket for Savasana if required.

Mat Direction: Short edge of mat facing the screen.

Duration: 45 minutes

Emphasis: Release tension in the upper back and shoulders, and stretch the front of the body

Props needed: blanket, 1 block and a belt

Mat Direction: Short side of mat facing the screen

Duration: 23 minutes

Emphasis: Stretch out your inner, outer, fronts and backs of the legs

Props needed: 2 blocks (or a thick book) and a belt

Mat Direction: Long side of mat facing the screen

Duration: 19 minutes

Emphasis: These seated postures, all done with straight legs, will strengthen the inner, outer, front and back of the thighs.

Props needed: A rolled blanket.

Mat Direction: Long side of mat facing the screen