Yoga for Men – Beginners Yoga Course As men we often think that yoga is not appropriate for us as we aren’t naturally flexible. But flexibility is not a prerequisite for yoga. The fact is, men have a lot to gain from yoga and are as welcomed as women in almost every situation. If you are a man who has been wanting to try yoga, here’s the perfect opportunity you need to make that leap in an ALL male small group. Yoga for Men Beginners Course Take your first step onto the yoga mat with me (David) in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. On this beginners yoga course you will be introduced to fundamental yoga poses, concentrating on healthy alignment and establishing a deeper awareness of your body through breath, movement and focus. We will build the practice week-by-week and also introduce meditation and relaxation techniques to cultivate a feeling of calm and the ability to better deal with stress. Boost your athletic ability, health and wellbeing, help yourself stay in shape so you can confidently attend a mixed yoga class without feeling out of place. Course Details Sweet Nature Health and Wellbeing Centre Starts Tuesday 12 June 2018 Time: 6pm – 7pm Duration: 5 weeks Course cost: £60 Maximum 6 people These courses are very popular and spaces are allocated on a first come first served basis, book now to avoid disappointment. Yoga for Men: Get Into a Better Physical Condition One yoga class per week can increase endurance, build strength, prevent injuries, and may even stave off heart disease. Men are more into sports and other physical activities that build muscle mass but add to the body’s tightness. Practicing yoga loosens the tightness in the muscles, resulting in flexibility which helps enhance mens physical and mental performance and indulge longer in physical activities by building endurance. Yoga is a full-body workout that creates not only flexibility but also strength which lessens the possibility of injuries caused by sports and similar physical endeavors.   A Leaner and More Toned Body Guys who want to lose their beer bellies can also turn to ‘Yoga for Men‘ to help them acquire a leaner and more toned body. Slow flowing and intense yoga will gradually build firmness and strength in the muscles that are engaged in its various poses. My Strong and Calming Slow Flow Hatha Vinyasa Yoga style will get the heart rate up, get the sweat flowing and definitely help the weight drop. The breathing technique which is an essential element of doing yoga also plays an important part in reducing weight. Yoga teaches you to breath into the belly and not the chest. This exercises your diaphragm muscle and more oxygen is taken into your lungs with each breath. A high supply of oxygen in the body ensures more efficient combustion of foods. Not only does this help you lose weight, it also stops the body being poisoned by undigested wastes. Find out more about the benefits of yoga and how yoga changes

Small Group Yoga for Beginners Course New dates coming soon for our very popular small group yoga for beginners courses! Taking your first step onto the yoga mat is an exciting new beginning. On this course you will be introduced to fundamental yoga poses, concentrating on healthy alignment and establishing a deeper awareness of your body through breath, movement and focus. We will build the practice week-by-week and also introduce meditation and relaxation techniques to cultivate a feeling of calm and the ability to better deal with stress. So, if you are looking for a new challenge to boost your health and wellbeing, help yourself stay in shape, or simply have a little ‘me’ time; We look forward to welcoming you to our 5-week, fun, relaxing and de-stressing Yoga for Beginners course with David at Sweet Nature Health & Wellbeing Centre, South Furzton Meeting Place or Oxley Park Community Centre, Milton Keynes. Small Group Yoga for Beginners Course This is a small group course, giving you a better teacher / student balance.  It is aimed at complete beginners or those with a little experience who are looking to improve their understanding and build a strong foundation of Yoga. This course is not suitable during pregnancy but is a fantastic postnatal way to rebuild flexibility and muscle tone, as well as some precious ‘me’ time. As places are limited please book today to avoid disappointment. Slow Flow Hatha Vinyasa Yoga Anyone can do Hatha Yoga because its practice is aimed toward relaxation, stress reduction and management. The Yoga for Beginners Course will cover the basics of this ancient Eastern tradition; so you will learn how to breathe properly and centre your attention on clearing mental clutter – all the while staying fit, improving posture and reaping the physical benefits of the yoga tradition. Find out more about the benefits of yoga and how yoga changes your body, starting the day you begin.   Course Details TBC Starts (tbc) Time: (tbc) Duration: 5 weeks Course cost: £60 Maximum 10 people These courses are very popular and spaces are allocated on a first come first served basis, book now to avoid disappointment. Venue: TBC   Important Before committing to a course, we recommend you can attend the scheduled number of sessions to get the most out of the programme as it is not possible to roll-over classes missed.  

How to do the Good Morning Yoga Sequence Yoga Classes in Milton Keynes & Bletchley with Yoga Lily. This is a 10-15 minute morning sequence designed to wake up the body and target all of the places that might need a little extra space and life breathed into them after a night of sleep. This is designed to be a flowing sequence, allowing one pose to flow into the next. I invite you to try it like this, or if that doesn’t work for you and you prefer to complete one pose at a time, guide yourself through it that way by returning to Downward Facing Dog in between each pose. Otherwise, just flow with it. Remember to repeat on both sides where appropriate. 1. Chest To Thighs With Interlaced Hands Chest To Thighs With Interlaced Hands – Stand at the back of your yoga mat with your feet together and carefully bow forward, hinging from your hips and not your low back. Reach your hands behind your back and interlace your fingers, pressing the palms together. Bend your knees and press your chest into and down your thighs, keeping your neck long. Hold for five breaths. 2. Suryasana, Sun Sequence Suryasana, Sun Sequence – With feet hip-distance apart, fold forward and place your hands on your elbows. Bring your torso toward the outside of the right leg and open your chest so that your left elbow points up toward the sky. Moving like a sundial, lead with your left elbow and slowly come up the right side, reaching up at the top and then continue to lower down the left side, keeping the chest open and the shoulders down. Repeat 3 times on each side. 3. Eka Pada Adho Mukha Svanasana, Raised Leg Downward Facing Dog Pose Eka Pada Adho Mukha Svanasana, Raised Leg Downward Facing Dog Pose – From Downward Facing Dog lift your right leg all the way up to the sky behind you. Keeping the arms very strong, bend your right knee and stack your right hip over your left, opening up the hip, groin and thigh. Gently press the left heel down into the earth, being mindful to keep that heel from splaying out to the side. 4. Utthan Pristhasana (variation), Twisting Lizard Pose Utthan Pristhasana (variation), Twisting Lizard Pose – Step your right foot to the outside of your right hand so that your right foot is closer to the right edge of the mat. Turn your toes out to a 45 degree angle. Keep the left knee lifted and press the thigh up towards the sky. Press down into the earth with the left hand and open the right arm up towards the sky. Stay here for at least five breaths. 5. Low Lunge Variation Low Lunge Variation – With your right toes pointing straight ahead and the outer edge of the right foot parallel to the outer edge of the mat, lower your left knee down to the earth. Place your hands on