Paula

Reclined Pigeon pose – also known as Eye of the Needle – is a fantastic post-run and cycling stretch and also a great Pigeon variation that is kinder on the knees than the more traditional version of Pigeon pose (Eka Pada Rajakapotasana). As well as particularly targeting the hips, glutes and lower back this is…

Time flies when you’re taking Savasana. The more you practice, the truer this becomes! At least, this is what my experience has been so far. Back in September 2014 I embarked on a 365 day Savasana practice. The aim – to practice for Savasana for 20 minutes each day. I did not know what to…

Saturday 4th April 3-5pm at Embody Wellness Join me for an Introduction to Yin Yoga – a quiet, meditative, floor-based practice where poses are held for several minutes. With Yin Yoga, it’s all about softening and staying. In this workshop you will experience some of the fundamental Yin postures and gain an understanding of some…

Sundays from 22nd March-26th April 2015 2.30-3.45pm Embody’s yoga foundation courses are an excellent way to learn the basic principles of yoga and gain an appreciation of its many benefits. Running on Sunday afternoons for 6 consecutive weeks, this beginners course is a great way to introduce yourself to the practice of Yoga. Over the…

Cultivate love and affection with Lotus Mudra this Valentine’s Mudras are symbolic hand gestures that can have an influence on the energies of your body and consequently, your mood. The word ‘mudra’ means ‘sealing in the energy’ in Sanskrit. Lotus Mudra is the mudra of the heart. You can use this mudra to promote love…

If you want to teach yoga or would like to deepen your practice then you still have time to sign up for the next Laxmi Yoga 200hr Teacher Training with Sally Parkes. Taking place over weekends in London plus a residential week in Spain this recognised Yoga Alliance UK and Independent Yoga Network course allows…

6-Week Yoga Basics Course – From Thursday 12th February 6.15-7.15pm at evolve, South Kensington Would you like to experience and appreciate some of the many benefits yoga has to offer but feel nervous about joining a drop-in class? Join me on this 6-week course at evolve which is aimed at complete yoga beginners, but those…

“I have one-to-one classes with Paula and I thoroughly enjoy them. Highly recommended!” – C. Dunning 1-2-1 Yoga in London – Hatha, Flow, Pregnancy & Restorative Is one of your goals to begin a yoga practice in 2015? Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner you can benefit from private one-to-one yoga sessions.…

Homemade Cashew, Date, Chia & Cacao Snack Bars -Here’s a few I made earlier Cashew, Date, Chia & Cacao Snack Bars As I spend a lot of my time out about for work and therefore having no choice but to eat on-the-go I am always looking out for portable snacks. If I can make them…

Over the course of 2013 and 2014 on my U Can Yoga website I featured (mostly) yoga related books that I’ve really enjoyed and wanted to share with you. Book of the Month took a bit of a sabbatical in the latter half of 2014, but I am happy to say it has returned for…

Quarterly Check-in In September 2014 I embarked on the 365 Savasana Project – the decision to practice Savasana for 20 minutes a day for 365 days. As we are about to embark on a new year, I also I find myself a quarter of the way through my year of daily Savasana and it feels…

Rosemary, Apple & Pear Crumble This quick, easy dessert recipe from Honestly Healthy works just as well as at breakfast time. The addition of rosemary adds a lovely flavour too. Ever since a friend kindly gave me the Honestly Healthy cookbook as a present last year I’ve enjoyed experimenting with their various recipes. You can…

While you’re Christmas shopping why not treat yourself to a yoga getaway in 2015. I’m excited to be teaching on more yoga retreats for Sally Parkes Yoga in 2015. If you’re thinking of a yoga getaway yourself, or would like to treat someone you know then you can find Sally’s full retreat calendar at her…

NEW Beginners Yoga Course at Embody Wellness starts 4th January Great Christmas Gift for Yourself or a Family Member or Friend Sundays 2-3pm from 4th January-8th February 2015 Do you or someone you know want to start a yoga practice in 2015? Embody’s yoga foundation courses are an excellent way to learn the basic principles…

Embody Wellness, Vauxhall – Sunday Flow, 6.15-7.30pm Feel rested, uplifted and ready for your week ahead. From Sunday 14th December you can regularly join me for Sunday Flow at Embody Wellness in Vauxhall. In the first half of this class you’ll be guided through a series of dynamic, flowing postures to develop strength and flexibility.…

Supported Twist – Aid digestion, reduce water retention and relieve stress on your back muscles with this wonderful Restorative Yoga pose that’s not just for Christmas! Also, like all Restorative Yoga poses this Supported Twist is great to practice if you have been feeling stressed or fatigued. It’s really simple to do at home. You…

As the Winter sets in there are few things better than a warming bowl of porridge. If you’re a fan of porridge too, then you’ve no doubt tried all sorts of combinations to boost your porridge bowl. One of my current favourite things is to stir in some coconut oil for extra richness and a…

Thinking about Yoga Teacher Training in 2015? Book your place on the next Laxmi 200hr course by 30th Nov & save £250! The next Laxmi 200hr course with Sally Parkes Yoga starts in April and takes place in Spain and London. Graduates from every course intake since launching in 2012 are successfully teaching in the…

Here in the UK the dark mornings, chillier temperatures and shorter days are a sure sign that winter is upon us. At this time it can be a bit harder to motivate ourselves to keep up our yoga practice, especially in the mornings when the snooze button is very inviting! I’m a big advocate of…

From Tuesday 11th November – you can now join me at the earlier time of 6-7pm at BodyAlign. NB – For the month of November BodyAlign is offering 15% off all 5 and 10 class packs – either order online or at the studio and use promo code ‘NOV2014’ Offering Pilates, yoga and functional classes,…

To celebrate 1 month of opening its doors, join us for Body Align’s Open Day this month. Have you had a chance to visit brand new wellbeing studio, Body Align in Elephant & Castle yet? If not, then the October Open Day is the perfect chance for you to sample a range of yoga and…