I thought twice about designing a four-week strength series at Sunsara Yoga. After all, yoga and “strength training” aren’t words we always expect to hear together. Strength training can conjure images of the gym – pushing harder, lifting heavier, chasing results. Yoga, on the other hand, has traditionally focused on calming the mind and softening the body rather than pushing it. And yet, the more I reflected on it, the more it made sense. Because strength – when approached m
Teachings from Sunsara Yoga in Pelican Waters, Caloundra Paschimottanasana - Seated Forward Bend (Credit: Margaret Young, Unsplash) Folding poses in yoga: you either love them, or dislike them; fold into them, or fight them. I debated whether or not to run a two-week forward fold series in our Stretch & Flex classes at Sunsara Yoga in Caloundra this July. Common Misconceptions About Yoga Forward Folds I suspected that folding poses would be off-putting for some students, e
Staying Consistent on Your Yoga Journey at Sunsara Yoga Pelican Waters Are you finding that your yoga practice often gets pushed aside by the busyness of daily life — caring for others, work demands, errands, and social commitments? You’re not alone. Maintaining a regular yoga practice is essential for both physical health and emotional wellbeing. Here are five simple steps to help ensure your yoga practice stays on track, so you can continue to enjoy the incredible benefits
