History is full of leaders and changers who withdraw to the mountains to tune-in to their inner compass, to learn and grow and re-emerge with purpose perspective and direction. Refreshed, inspired, enlightened, empowered, energised…… Teaching yoga in the Alps through the seasons is such a humbling and rewarding role. Our mountain yoga community is truly
What is Vinyasa Yoga Vinyasa is a style of yoga that is practiced linking conscious breath with fluid movement. A series of yoga postures (asanas) are connected in a flowing sequence ~ almost like a dance. The breath guides the timing, co-ordination + rhythm of each movement, which is why many vinyasa or ‘flow’ yoga
Seasonal Flow Each season carries a distinct energetic direction + quality that moves through the natural world. Seasonal Flow invites us to adapt our self-care, lifestyle + attitude to align with these seasonal energies.Today, more than ever, we live at a pace that is fast, modern + often disconnected. But we are still natural beings.
Winter balance reminds us to FLOW ~ with an aim to manage how + when we spend our energy. We align to the slow, soothing rhythm + pace of winter with practices that conserve energy + help us to recharge by resisting less. We aim to flow with maximum ease + minimum effort. We practice
France’s No.1 Yoga magazine ‘Esprit Yoga’ explores the scope of Yoga in ski resorts of the French Alps. I’m so delighted to be included in the article representing Snowga in our mountain community. Entitled ‘Yoga au Sommet’ the article highlights the appetite for Mountain yoga to compliment the winter mountain experience. Read to the 2nd
A feature on Yoga in the Snow from Esprit Yoga – January/Feb 2017 – Issue 35 Find Out More »
Why is yoga so good for the mountain lifestyle? Mountain culture and lifestyle is uniquely charged. We experience a powerful exchange from the interplay of human endeavours in these skyscraping landscapes. We are inspired to challenge ourselves daily with endless activities. We dig out our paths when the snow falls, we chop wood for our
An Interview with Natalie Fox for Surf Girl Magazine – Issue 61 December 2017 Find Out More »
Sometimes I feel like throwing my feet up in the air! In these parts you can always count on views. Feels great to stretch the legs on long mountain hikes and breathe in the cool fresh air and admire Mother nature. Feels good to stretch my mind too. Pondering while hiking. Observing the impact we
What is Meditation? Meditation is an experience. It is a state of being to be practiced + experienced. Minds are moving things. They are designed to move. It’s good to recognise that. Our heads are constantly processing a lifetime of information derived from our memories, perceptions, experiences, sensory knowledge, beliefs + familiar understandings + thoughts. All
1. Ignore the Low Fat approach. Eat real fat. Your body needs it. “Full-fat” needs a re-think. It’s filling not fattening. Here are some good ones – peanut butter – avocado – oily fish – nuts & seeds. 2. Decrease your sugar intake. Be aware of high sugar content in refined and processed foods. 3. Do
3 Foundations of Health Eat – Sleep – Ride – Repeat. Sounds like a slogan for a perfect day in my world! But in fact, this phrase helps me to keep it real. To me it’s a reminder of 3 key foundations for health. We must eat + hydrate to nourish ourselves for fuel. We
