As the title of the book suggests, this is a book for people seeking practical solutions to reducing their stress. To give a thorough review of this book, I felt that reading alone wouldn’t be sufficient to access its effectiveness. I wanted to try the techniques out on someone with high levels of stress. MyContinue reading “Review of The Relaxation and Stress Reduction Workbook”
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Yoga at Dulwich Picture Gallery
Yoga in an art gallery! Another first for me and definitely yoga in a funky location! I would never have thought of looking on the Dulwich Picture Gallery website for a yoga event. Who would?! To make this even more appealing, I would be viewing the Rembrandt’s Light exhibition. I studied History of Art (andContinue reading “Yoga at Dulwich Picture Gallery”
Qigong at Triyoga
I read that qigong is “Chinese yoga” and wanted to give it a try for my reviews of yoga in funky locations.
Yoga for skiers at Savage Schloss
When I came across a yoga class for skiers and snowboarders held in an ski chalet themed rooftop, there wasn’t a snowballs’ chance in hell that I was going to miss out. I don’t having the inclination, ability or intention to ski or snowboard, but if this doesn’t count as an event worthy of myContinue reading “Yoga for skiers at Savage Schloss”
Yoga at Sweaty Betty Chiswick
In September I shared with you my review of a free yoga class at Sweaty Betty, Richmond branch. (You can read about it here.) I enjoyed the class and wanted to see how a class at a different branch would compare. For my second free class at a Sweaty Betty branch, I chose to attendContinue reading “Yoga at Sweaty Betty Chiswick”
Yoga in the walkways of Tower Bridge
Isn’t this sunrise over Tower Bridge just beautiful?! I was greeted by this pink, purple and orange sight yesterday morning. My usual morning walk to work is along the South Bank so why did I find myself in front of the Tower of London looking towards Tower Bridge at 7 am? Because dear reader, I wasContinue reading “Yoga in the walkways of Tower Bridge”
Yoga under the blue whale skeleton at the Natural History Museum
My Sunday morning was a bit surreal. I was at the Natural History Museum London at 7:30 and walked into the Hintze Hall as the very first visitor for the day – before the doors open to the public. To do yoga. Under a blue whale skeleton hanging from the ceiling. How amazing is that?!Continue reading “Yoga under the blue whale skeleton at the Natural History Museum”
Yoga at NikeTown London
Free yoga in London? Yes it does exist! Nike and Jessica Skye of Fat Buddha Yoga brings us “NTL Yoga Series with Jessica Skye” at NikeTown once a month. Not only do you get to do a yoga class with Jessica in the empty NikeTown London, you also get a free breakfast and goodie bag. NeedlessContinue reading “Yoga at NikeTown London”
OM Yoga Show London 2019
The OM Yoga Show London was held at Alexandra Palace from 18 to 20 October 2019. It was my first time visiting the biggest yoga gathering in Europe, and one of the largest events in the world. They are not kidding. It’s big and there is a lot going on! I was lucky enough toContinue reading “OM Yoga Show London 2019”
Yoga at the Design Museum
Yesterday was another yoga first for me: I did yoga in the atrium of a museum. To be specific, the Design Museum in London. It’s a beautiful building with many interesting angles and lines and the yoga was really enjoyable. The Design Museum atrium is just small enough that you can hear the instructor andContinue reading “Yoga at the Design Museum”
Puppy Yoga
I have definitive proof that heaven is a place on earth and it’s filled with yoga mats and puppies. Best of all, you don’t even have to die to get to heaven. Do what I did – pay £35 to Pets Yoga and do yoga with five Toy Cockapoo puppies. My husband and I haveContinue reading “Puppy Yoga”
Yoga in the Sky Garden
Affectionately known as the Walkie Talkie Building, 20 Fenchurch Street is an office building in City of London with a beautiful surprise. Its top three floors hold London’s highest public garden. It literally is a garden the sky and it’s beautiful! Best of all, you can do yoga right there among the plants, under theContinue reading “Yoga in the Sky Garden”
Yoga at Sweaty Betty Richmond
Did you know that you can do yoga for free at Sweaty Betty branches all over the UK? How great is that?! I of course had to check it out. It’s not just yoga though – Sweaty Betty also offer HIIT, Barre, Outdoor Bootcamp and other classes. In-store classes can be booked via this page. AsContinue reading “Yoga at Sweaty Betty Richmond”
Yoga on the roof of Coq d’Argent
Thursday mornings at 07:45 Jessica Skye of Fat Buddha Yoga teaches Rise’n’shine yoga on the roof terrace of Coq d’Argent, the french restaurant at 1 Poultry. If you think that sounds cool, it is. The roof terrace isn’t very big, but it’s green, it’s a roof, you can see the sky for miles and itContinue reading “Yoga on the roof of Coq d’Argent”
Yoga and Pilates in funky places around London
I’m on a mission to attend yoga and pilates classes in unusual locations and the most iconic buildings in London. Rooftops, museums, top floors of London skyscrapers, stores, bars, clubs – you name it I want to plank there. London is filled with yoga teachers who host classes in these weird and wonderful locations. WeContinue reading “Yoga and Pilates in funky places around London”
Yoga on the Madison roof terrace
Two days before my 42nd birthday I was out of the house at 05:35 to be on time for a 07:00 yoga class on the roof terrace of Madison, a restaurant at One New Change shopping centre near St. Pauls. Yes it’s early, but man it was worth it! Sophie of Sophie Dear Yoga hostsContinue reading “Yoga on the Madison roof terrace”
Pilates at The Shard
My first experience with pop-up pilates or yoga in an iconic London building, was Power Pilates At The View From The Shard hosted by Julie Sullivan. I had only been doing pilates for 2 months when I signed up to do pilates 800ft above London. No-one can say I don’t aim high. I took alongContinue reading “Pilates at The Shard”
Natasja King 