Aggieyoga

2 weeks after injury and yesterday was my first time out in nature! My face says it all! It was a very slow walk, leg had to be elevated and iced afterwards but it was so worth it. Slow and steady wins the race. If you like me suffered from an injury, take time out please! Listen to your physio and your body. Do not give up! We have only a week and yes I will be back in Yoga Life Studio! I may be modifying my teaching, but I can promise you- you will become stronger physically and mentally. 6 weeks course is designed for stronger future you, whatever life throws at you! Please do not expect acrobatics, yoga is not a show off practice! I am not bothered if you cannot touch your toes, cannot hold plank for 30 seconds or are simply frustrated by what your body is not able to do. What matters is what you can do today and how you can grow on and off the mat.

If you know me in person, you know that I recharge being outdoors. I feel incredibly lucky that my husband loves it too and is happy to carry half of my equipment in his rucksack, builds a shelter for us and cooks on open fire whilst I am forest bathing:)

Yet recent accident forced me to stay at home with my foot elevate. It has not been easy. I had to adapt. I pulled all the possible strength to maintain positive outlook. I did practise yoga and did strength training at home. Modified all that I needed. Yesterday, I managed to hobble to my local supermarket and was incredibly happy to be briefly outdoors.

This was possible because I did not give up, I persevered and looked into small but positive changes. This is yoga practice I often talk about. I will never ever sell you any supplements, promise body transformation in 3 days- but I will keep going on about regular practice, about being consistent, about mental and physical strength.

If there is difficulty, how can we approach it with curiosity. This is my yoga practice- for stronger future you and me. More how to approach it will come soon. Stay tuned and be curious:)

Life can change our plans and re-prioritise values. There will be no long runs for a while and swims will have to wait too. Yoga practice has been adapted accordingly. The foot needs to be iced and elevated for a while. Saying that, I am lucky! Nothing is broken. Have wonderful husband and friends who stepped in to help. Feeling grateful! Slowing down is difficult, I have no option so need to accept what is without resistance. Resistance create frustration and pain, acceptance brings peace, whatever the struggle we facing.

Magic! For me rainbows symbolise hope. There is something uplifting seeing this burst of colours, especially after a hard week. Whatever happens, always look up. There are rays of sunshine behind the clouds. When life gets challenging or perhaps you are getting frustrated on the mat, look beyond the frustration. There is always a way to shift and change. Look for colours/ rainbows/ opportunities- challenges are opportunities hidden behind the clouds of our mind. Take time to shift the clouds and see colours. Have a colourful week peeps!

Although not directly yoga related, this piece of music is so incredibly touching. Let’s never become comfortably numb to suffering of others. Let’s speak out for those who are silenced. Each of us can make a difference, perhaps so small that almost invisible. Small acts of kindness can trigger an avalanche of positive change. Be kind all, do not lose hope

Pink Floyd co-founder Roger Waters and singer Mona Miari released ‘Comfortably Numb Re-Imagined,’ reworking the 1979 track with Arabic vocals, new lyrics dedicated to Gaza, and a short film.

Balance is so important so from tomorrow we are starting a six-week course in . We will be exploring various aspects of balance and how to safely wobble. You will learn why we struggle and what to do to feel more steady whether you are on your yoga mat or simply climbing the stairs! We will laugh and bring yoga to life! Drop me a message to book six weeks ahead to get exclusive tips and videos via email. To see transformation consistency is the key!! Yoga practice can help us all live fully!

Hope you all are enjoying fantastic bank holiday weekend! I am spending some time with my mum, so taking time out from social media. There is also no class tomorrow in . Saying that, you can still practise with me. There is a selection of short and sweet practices on my YouTube channel so check it out, sign up and unfold your mat in the time that suits you. The link is in the bio and a comment below. Hope to see you there

It has been a stressful week and yes we all feel anxious at times. The reasons can be complex. Sometimes we may need medication, a therapy and sometimes woods and a beach can calm the racing thoughts and heart. Yesterday was my healing day. If you like me, feel as if the world was falling apart , take time out. Spend sometime in nature, call a friend and move your body. This may help. Explore various options. It may take some time, but change will happen. After all, nothing ever stays the same.

Yoga practice this morning and then the hardest part of the day- rest, doing nothing. Sauna on the beach and time out. No running, no gym, no house work- nothing. Was it hard? Yes. Being still, schedule time for ourselves can be harder than anything else. Does this resonate with you? If so, take your diary and make a date for yourself. Rest. This can feel like a luxury yet it is not. We all deserve some me time. That’s your most advance yoga practice.