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"Lead With Your Heart" - A simple concept with a big effect
Initiate a positive effect in your physical body and in your daily life by choosing to "lead with your heart".
The physical effect of gently lifting your sternum as you roll the heads of your shoulders back counteracts rounded shoulders and hunched upper back. Leading with your heart stretches tight chest muscles and strengthens the upper back muscles, improving overall shoulder mobility and reducing tension.
Leading with your heart in life involves listening actively, being curious and acting from a place of compassion rather than fear. Prioritise human connection, vulnerability and passion to support a fulfilling life of love, compassion and purpose.
Practicing in a mixed level Yoga class with Sanchia
You are the only person who brings what you bring to your Yoga practice.! In a mixed level Yoga class, a variety of bodies, interpretations and expectations arrive for the same class, they will all experience it differently.
My intention is for everyone to leave class feeling good and having learnt something new. I offer up a slow-moving class with intention and strength, then I turn the focus back on you (the practitioner). Find what fits you!
Yogis who prefer a fast-paced flow, here's your opportunity to slow down and progress your practice, gently. Stay and work within each pose, notice little shifts. When I offer up vinyasa, crack out three, hold plank while others rest.
If you're new to Yoga, recovering from injury or just prefer a more grounded practice. Gather up your props, be patient as you find the right shape for your body, skip postures that don't suit you and rest when needed.
What is Vinyasa - Your Way??
'Vinyasa' stems from the Sanskrit words 'nyasa' to place, and 'vi' in a special way. Every movement and shape is intentional. The heart of Vinyasa is the connection of breath and movement.
Sanskrit is the language in which Yoga originated, this language has evolved significantly. Core concepts and terminology remain, but the way these concepts are expressed and understood has become more diverse and accessible. I use a combination of Sanskrit roots with English descriptions in my teaching.
When I instruct "Vinyasa, your way" in class, I am cueing you to flow from downward-facing dog to plank to Chaturanga to upward-facing dog and back to downward-facing dog, OR NOT. This is not any easy sequence it takes time and practice to find your strength and flow. "Your way" is my suggestion for you to modify or to take rest. I will soon be posting more details on Vinyasa modifications to help you find your way.
Winter Yoga Fashion - Layering Up and Down
What you're wearing changes as you progress through your Yoga session. Smooth transitions are required in our poses and in our clothing layers as our body warms up and cools down. Maintaining comfort helps to keep the focus on you and your practice.
Standby for my winter yoga wardrobe suggestions...
Anchors - Stay Connected and Grounded
An anchor is an emblem of stability and strong foundation, reminding us to remain connected with our roots, our essence, and our true selves.
Next topic coming up. Sharing some of the anchors that support me in my life, with the intention to inspire you to consider and prioritise yours....