Category: Yoga
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Why a Yoga and Meditation Retreat in Europe is the Perfect Escape for Mind, Body, and Soul
The Benefits of Attending a Yoga and Meditation Retreat Life can often feel overwhelming, with endless to-do lists, work commitments, and daily stressors. A yoga and meditation retreat offers the perfect opportunity to step away from the chaos and focus on self-care. Whether you’re looking to reset mentally, improve physical health, or simply relax in…
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Discover the Ultimate Yoga Retreat in Europe: Transform Your Mind and Body at Shanti-Som
Discover the Ultimate Yoga Retreat in Europe: Transform Your Mind and Body at Shanti-Som Why Choose a Yoga Retreat in Europe? Europe is a haven for wellness travelers. Its diverse landscapes—from the rolling hills of Tuscany to the sunlit beaches of Spain—create the perfect environment for relaxation and rejuvenation. Here are just a few reasons…
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What kind of Yoga is Vinyasa
Vinyasa yoga classes link physical postures with the breath, incorporating sun salutations and standing and balancing postures. Most teachers will cue movements in time with inhalations and exhalations to lead the class smoothly and rhythmically through a sequence. This is generally a free flowing, almost dance like movement, and when paired with the right music…
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Yoga For Beginners
When you are a beginner to Yoga it can feel intimidating and be difficult to know exactly where and how to get started. You may be put off that others can touch their toes and seamlessly move their bodies into all sorts of pretzel shapes and contortions. The first step is to realize this is…
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Yoga Props for Beginners- 4 Best Props to help your Practice
For many yoga students, the idea of using a prop to help them achieve or stay in a yoga pose seems like cheating. Props are not a sign of weakness, but part of an intelligent evolving practice. Here is our guide on yoga props for beginners- we will discover the best yoga equipment and how…
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12 Daily Stretches to Improve Flexibility
Full body daily stretches is important for preventing injuries and improving or maintaining flexibility. Flexibility is an important part of fitness and overall health. Daily activities would be much more challenging without the ability to bend over, twist, or squat. By incorporating a stretching program into your daily routine, you can increase your flexibility and…
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How to Fix Tight Hips with 10 Simple Stretches for Beginners
Have you ever been told during a Yoga class or fitness program that you have ‘tight hips’? Tight hips are a common problem in our modern world. If you spend a lot of time sitting during your day – commuting to and from work, sitting at a desk and then collapsing on the couch at…
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What are the Health Benefits of Meditation and Mindfulness?
So, you’ve decided to explore what are the health benefits of meditation and mindfulness for the mind and body. That’s a great start and you’re not alone – meditation and mindfulness practices have become a common way for people to de-stress, manage sleep and anxiety. In the current world we live in we are constantly…
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Yoga and Meditation Retreat at Shanti-Som Wellbeing Retreats
A Yoga Meditation Retreat is the perfect way to combine gentle exercise, nutrition and the right environment for you to restore body and mind. At Shanti-Som we focus primarily on the movement and spirit of Yoga through the use of breathing techniques, exercise and mediation. We believe Yoga helps improve health and happiness by resetting…