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My yoga classes run in themes for five weeks. This allows for people to put in place adaptions to suit their body and learn the different options of each yoga flow that are right for them. After the five weeks you will find each yoga flow published on my blog, with a free interactive copy. You will find the yoga class for this theme below.
Welcome, yogis of Exeter!
As we kick off another term of yoga classes, I'm thrilled to introduce my latest yoga theme: opening up and strengthening the hips. In this yoga flow, we explore the myriad benefits of hip openers—a practice that not only enhances physical well-being but also promotes emotional release and overall vitality.
For many of us, the hips are an area of the body that often holds tension and tightness. Whether it's from hours spent sitting at a desk, driving, or engaging in physical activities like cycling or running, our hips can become stiff and restricted over time. That's why hip openers are so essential—they offer a pathway to freedom and mobility in one of the body's largest and most important joint complexes.
But the benefits of yoga hip openers extend far beyond mere physical relief. As we release tension and tightness from the hips, we also release stored emotions and energetic blockages, allowing us to feel lighter, brighter, and more aligned with our true selves.
In July's yoga practice, we explored a combination of dynamic movement and restorative yoga stretches to target the various muscle groups of the hips. Key yoga postures included crescent lunges, pigeon posture, and lizard posture—each one designed to stretch, strengthen, and release tension in the hips and surrounding areas.
Why focus on yoga hip openers, you might ask? Well, the benefits are truly remarkable:
- Improved posture: Tight hips can alter our posture, leading to strain in the spine and discomfort in the legs. By opening up the hips, we promote proper alignment and reduce the risk of postural imbalances.
- Emotional release: The hips are often referred to as the "storage locker" for emotions, as they can hold onto tension and stress. By releasing tightness in the hips, we create space for emotional release and healing.
- Enhanced mobility: Opening up the hips increases our range of motion, allowing us to move more freely and gracefully in our daily lives and physical activities.
- Overall well-being: As we release tension and tightness from the hips, we improve circulation, alleviate pain, and enhance our overall sense of well-being and vitality.
If you're eager to continue exploring the transformative power of yoga hip openers at home, I invite you to follow along with a variation of this month's yoga flow below. With the interactive layout, you can scroll through the yoga sequence, print a copy, or play it in real-time on your screen. Whether you're joining us in the yoga studio or practicing in the comfort of your own home, this accessible and empowering practice is suitable for yogis of all levels.
So, are you ready to unlock the power of your hips and experience greater freedom, mobility, and vitality? I can't wait to see you on the yoga mat and share in the journey together. Let's dive in and explore the magic of hip openers!
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I run yoga classes in Exeter- Exminster & Topsham, Devon
My Exeter based yoga classes are suitable for most levels of yogis. There are flowing sequences, often using sun salutations and vinyasa to warm the body and move through the yoga postures.
The yoga classes include an element of all styles of yoga, to bring a fresh angle to yoga and will encourage the use of yoga props in a fun and informal environment to help you explore your practice. My styles include Hatha Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga, Flow Yoga, Yin Yoga & Restorative Yoga.
Variations to yoga postures will be given throughout the class allowing each person to adapt the class to their personal level of yoga practice. All equipment is provided.
Classes are available at Kiva & Zen Studios in Topsham, Exeter, Victory Hall in Exminster, Exeter.
Book a yoga class today and immerse yourself in the tranquil atmosphere of my Exeter yoga venues, while rejuvenating your mind and body through the practice of yoga.
Each session is designed to help you connect with your inner self, cultivate mindfulness, and improve flexibility, strength, and balance. Whether you're a beginner to yoga or an experienced practitioner, there's a class for you in my Exeter venues.
As a Yoga Teacher, I underwent my initial yoga training in India and am both qualified and registered with the Yoga Alliance. Since completing my initial yoga qualification, I have undertaken further yoga studies both here in Exeter and in locations around Europe.
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