Rotation
Twisting asanas help particularly when there are conditions of scoliosis, asymmetries in the body, tightness in the shoulders and neck or the pelvic girdle, and when digestion and absorption need to be stimulated. Rotational asanas relieve discomfort in the shoulder and spinal areas, increase their flexibility and ease pain or strain from stiff lumbar spine. Our spines are incredible combinations of strength and flexibility – therefore use the following flow to smooth them 🙂
Yoga for everyone
Over years and years, Yoga has developed continuously. It was mainly a practice to reach a higher state of consciousness. Today yoga is seen more as a comprehensive practice that is open to everyone to reach a state where the body and mind are in harmony.
For most people nowadays yoga is practiced for its asanas (the physical exercise). But it is actually a whole philosophy of life. Age, religion, physical restrictions etc. do not play a role in yoga as everyone can benefit from its healing effects – everyone in his own speed, own variations, adapted to each and everyone’s needs.
When somehow captured in the everyday life – with its speed, hectic, stimuli – practicing yoga has quite a therapeutic effect. With regular yoga practice, it is possible to become a better and more attentive observer of your own body and mind which then helps to cope with everyday life at ease and to better understand own reactions.
The need to deal with stress, makes the practice of yoga an ideal option. As said above, yoga is not just a physical exercise routine, but a combination of our physical, mental, and spiritual faculties. Contrary to popular belief, yoga is not an archaic path that only rishis and yogis choose to treat. In fact, yoga can help negotiate the many ups and downs (big and small) of life. What sets yoga apart from other fitness systems is its focus on the mind, body and spirit. Yoga stimulates glands, facilitates cell replacement, improves blood circulation, increases flexibility, detoxifies the system, calms the mind, keeps you energetic, strengthens the body and helps to connect with yourself.
Sounds good? So why not start your practice right away or take it as your new year resolution?
(Inspired by B.K.S. Iyengar and Yamini Muthanna)
Courgette Muffins
As long as the prepar
ation of food in the kitchen does not take too long, I’m happy to try. If you have a spare 20 mins (this is excluding baking time, but usually the oven does it by itself and you’re free to do whatever your heart likes to do 🙂 ) then try our courgette muffins.
For the recipe click here.
Merry Berry Smoothie
Autumn has arrived! The body needs to adjust to the new season and what is better than to boost your immune system with lots of vitamins? Try out our Merry Berry Smoothie!
For the delicious treat click here.
Rooting
Realization that something is missing
Not knowing what it is
Questioning yourself
Displeased with the flow of life
Just one random seed
Planted into your heart
A life changing experience
Relinquishing of faint patterns
Immersing in crystal clear waves
What a surprise!
What an amazement!
Overwhelmed by the rooting
The missing piece completing the mixed up puzzle
It’s just it
Life is flowing
I am
The heart is filled with warmth
Deep and complete
An ever since growing seed
Finding its way
Easy Sun Salutation
„If you look for perfection, you’ll never be content“ (Leo Tolstoy)
With this quote in mind, have a look at our first video on YouTube. It is far from perfection but is with content posted to this blog.
When you never or very rarely see your own body moving, you might be surprised how it actually looks like when you see it.
Therefore, please keep your focus on the flow – and of course try it out by yourself – instead of finding all the flaws and imperfection 🙂
Hope you enjoy it and more will follow on our YouTube Channel Soulfuel Yoga – you are happily invited to follow us there as well!
Check out the first video here:
