Using Yoga and Meditation to learn how to relax. “Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is relax” Mark Black Relaxation techniques are a great way of helping the body and mind to rest and recover. Sometimes we can find it difficult to switch off. Especially as we have many day-to-day demands, work stressesContinue reading “Relaxation Techniques – relieve stress and anxiety with these tips”
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Ashtanga in Middlesbrough and Stockton – Managing Anxiety and OCD Symptoms
Practising Mysore Ashtanga (the traditional way of practising Asthanga yoga) has changed many peoples mental wellbeing around the world for the better. When practiced daily with persistence, it is a very transformational practice. Through the power of having a committed, dedicated practice, not only does practice change for good on the mat, life off the mat startsContinue reading “Ashtanga in Middlesbrough and Stockton – Managing Anxiety and OCD Symptoms”
Community Yoga in Middlesbrough & Stockton (Teesside) – AMALAwellness
Community Yoga, Chair Yoga and Chair Exercise in Middlesbrough, Stockton & Redcar and Cleveland. Blog Post Created 19th July 2021, Updated 14th November 2021. Hi all! As things start to change and restrictions are lifted, I just thought I would update you on our plans moving forward. AMALAwellness – Young at Heart, and Active forContinue reading “Community Yoga in Middlesbrough & Stockton (Teesside) – AMALAwellness”
Hatha Yoga – Middlesbrough & Stockton
What is Hatha Yoga? Combining Asana (Postures) with Pranayama (Breathing techniques)… Hatha is the root of all yoga. Iyengar, Vinyasa, Yin, Ashtanga and other forms of Yoga all stem from Hatha yoga. A ‘Hatha’ yoga class will typically involve a set of physical postures (yoga poses) and breathing techniques, practiced slowly and with standing, seated andContinue reading “Hatha Yoga – Middlesbrough & Stockton”
Beginners Yoga in Stockton – Teesside
*** This class is not running for the time being, we are looking to set it up again in Spring 2022, however we would recommend a local studio: Healing Flow Clinic, who offer a diverse range of classes in Norton. *** We have a Beginners Yoga Class at Ragworth Community Centre in Norton/Stockton on Tees.Continue reading “Beginners Yoga in Stockton – Teesside”
Yoga for Seniors in Teesside – AMALAwellness’ Social Enterprise Project
Young at Heart and Active for Life! Yoga For Seniors in and around Teesside! – Introduction – AMALAwelless’ aim is to help seniors and those with limited mobility get fit and active for life through accessible, fun, social community based Gentle Movement and Chair Yoga classes. We include time to focus on mental wellbeing inContinue reading “Yoga for Seniors in Teesside – AMALAwellness’ Social Enterprise Project”
Yoga in Ingleby Barwick – Gentle Yoga and Chair Yoga & Exercise
‘Keep Moving Teesside’ – Gentle Exercise Classes, Chair Yoga and Yoga in Ingleby Barwick and Stockton-on-Tees. The NHS recommends you should do 120-150 moderate exercise every week and do some form of physical activity every day, especially as we get older. It is recommended that we should also do exercises that focus on strength andContinue reading “Yoga in Ingleby Barwick – Gentle Yoga and Chair Yoga & Exercise”
Yoga Norton- Chair Yoga and Gentle Exercise
Chair Based Yoga and Exercise in Norton, Stockton-on-Tees. The NHS recommends you should do 120-150 moderate exercise every week and do some form of physical activity every day, especially as we get older.It is recommended that we should also do exercises that focus on strength and flexibility twice a week. AMALAwellness – Young at heart, active forContinue reading “Yoga Norton- Chair Yoga and Gentle Exercise”
The 8 limbs of Yoga: Philosophy for Beginners
The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali Patanjali is often referred to as the father of Yoga. An old sage, who wrote The Yoga Sutras – a detailed book on which how one can reach Samadhi (Spirital enlightenment) through a dedicated Yoga Practice. It is often claimed that Patanjali wrote The Yoga Sutras 1,700 years a go,Continue reading “The 8 limbs of Yoga: Philosophy for Beginners”
Mindfulness Meditation for Beginners
Students often ask for meditations to practice at home, so I thought I would make some articles about starting to incorporate a practice into daily life. Also, including a meditation to practice independently from the comfort of home. There are many benefits of guided meditations, such as: Reducing stress and anxiety. Internalizing thoughts and emotionsContinue reading “Mindfulness Meditation for Beginners”