Lifestyle

I felt really inspired by teachers most of all, because it’s not always easy to be authentic, happy and calm at the same time. Yoga teachers are human and vulnerable too. My goal was to be that someone for students, someone who could be authentic and show their strengths alongside their vulnerabilities, while helping them heal in their own journey.

The Power Yoga Company has always been more than just a place to do yoga. PYC is at the heart of a beautiful, welcoming community of yogis for whom the studio is a sanctuary.

Yogic transformation is about allowing a full expression of your true nature. It is not about transforming into someone better, or in other words, someone different. It is about accessing your innate, best self.

Have you ever wondered what a sound bath is, or how sound can heal? Monica Ruiz, yoga teacher, sound therapist and energy healer introduces us to the amazing power of sound.

Essential oils have long been renowned for their ability to improve emotional and mental well-being. Used properly, they can be a beautiful compliment to a yoga practice and a powerful part of your yoga classes.

My wish is to reignite the hearts of those who come to my classes. That they may find inspiration within the potential of their own bodies, as well as the inner courage and strength to walk in the direction of dreams.

We caught up with PYC Pregnancy Yoga teacher Lulu Winfield. She has been working in pregnancy for 20 years and her training is accredited by the Royal College of Midwives. We wanted to get a clear picture of what mothers-to-be can expect from Pregnancy Yoga classes.

PYC regular Stephanie Achar shares her top 5 tips on how to eat mindfully so you can enjoy food, have plenty of it and live in peace with yourself. Be kind to yourself, accept the way you are, (even if you find it frustrating) to create peace within yourself and the way you eat.

London-based fitness blogger Holly Lois tried our 25-day introductory offer. "I think yoga is a tool which, amongst so many other things, helps us to naturally reprogram our subconscious wires and see that letting go is far more effective and powerful though it takes a lot of practice."

Don’t be put off by thoughts of a perfect ‘yoga body’ - Yoga can and will benefit any and all body shapes. Don't forget our wonderful teachers were once beginners too.