In this stressful time, I want to make sure beginners have plenty of resources to build an Ashtanga yoga home practice. I created a free 5-day challenge for all the beginners out there who fancy trying Ashtanga yoga but can’t get to a studio at the moment (for obvious reasons!) to learn the funamentals. Each day for 5 days straight, you’ll receive a 15-20 minute tutorial teaching you the sun salutations of Ashtanga Yoga. The pace is nice and gentle, there’s lots of explanation and detail so it’s absolutely perfect for beginners! If you want to learn more and sign up, follow this link: The post ..read more

What is Ashtanga Yoga? In this post I'm going to tell you everything you need to know about Ashtanga Yoga (and why I bet you'll love it!) The post What Is Ashtanga Yoga? Everything you need to know! appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga Girl ..read more

Ashtanga Yoga is not supposed to be painful for your knees. But if we don't master the correct techniques early on, it can be a recipe for injury. Here I'm breaking down step-by-step instructions on how to safely prepare for and practise Padmasana. The post Padmasana: 3 Secrets To A Pain-Free Lotus Pose appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga Girl ..read more

Do you honour the Moon Day tradition in Ashtanga Yoga and take rest when it's a full or new moon? Here are 10 mindful practices you might like to try instead of your Ashtanga practice on a Moon Day. The post 10 Beautiful Moon Day Rituals For Ashtanga Yogis appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga Girl ..read more

To mark the beginning of the festive season this year, I decided I wanted to host a yoga retreat. Christmas can be such a hectic time and even though it's mostly in a good way, by the time the big day actually arrives it can leave you feeling a little run down! The post In Review: A Wintry Ashtanga Yoga Retreat in West Sussex appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga Girl ..read more

Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana - a bound half-lotus pose with a forward bend. What could possibly go wrong?! Here are my top tips for this tricky posture. The post Ardha Baddha Padmottanasana appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga Girl ..read more

Upward-facing dog is a challenging pose for beginners. Although many people will have the strength and flexibility to perform upward dog from day one, there's so much going on in the pose that it's worth spending a bit of time breaking it down step-by-step. That way, you can make sure you're nailing all the fundamentals from day one, helping you to keep your body injury-free! The post Upward-Facing Dog Tutorial: Ashtanga Yoga For Beginners appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga Girl ..read more

THE MILLION DOLLAR QUESTION! I’ve heard so many different opinions on this and everyone seems to think their way is the right way. But in reality, each of us has a unique body, unique circumstances and therefore (I suggest) a unique answer to this question. I want to put my thoughts out into the world in the hopes that it inspires you to find the answer to this question for yourself. Whilst our teachers can offer us a LOT of guidance and advice, ultimately we have to take responsibility for our own journey and our own body. Shall we get stuck in? Why is this question relevant in Ashtanga Yoga ..read more

After an article I wrote a while back about Padmasana, I had such a lot of questions about knee pain in Ashtanga yoga. It's clearly an important topic whether you're a total beginner, seasoned practitioner or even a teacher wanting to keep your students safe. The post Knee Pain In Ashtanga Yoga: 2 Common Mistakes And How To Correct Them appeared first on Ashtanga Yoga Girl ..read more

I’m aware I have a bad habit of getting excited about the benefits of various yogic techniques. I use superlatives way too often for it to be okay. But this time, I need you to listen! The benefits of Kapalabhati are so important for yogis, this technique should be taught to almost anyone who sets foot in a yoga class. What is Kapalabhati Kriya? A kriya is a cleansing technique taught in Hatha Yoga. There are 6 main, traditional kriyas (also known as Shat Karmas or Shat Kriyas) that yogis use to “purify” their bodies. The idea is, our modern lifestyles expose our bodies to a fair amount of tox ..read more