Heart Song Yoga

Piriformis Syndrome: targeting tight hip rotators

The piriformis muscle is small but has powerful effects. It's part of a group that laterally rotates and abducts the hip, and when it becomes tight (often from extended periods sitting) it can impact the sciatic nerve, causing all sorts of discomfort. Sarah and Kelly discuss the effects of a specific asana sequence that can help.

Back pain: how to not be afraid of non-specific back pain

With Sarah working on a new program for back care, we thought it a good time to talk about back pain, why it's not necessarily something to be afraid of and that non-specific back pain especially shouldn't stop you moving your body. Indeed, quite the opposite – movement can be therapeutic. Sarah and Kelly discuss why.

Focus and Values for a Sustainable Yoga Practice

Sarah and Kelly discuss how important it is to understand your personal values when building your own yoga practice, specifically when we find it hard to maintain a regular practice despite all the best intentions.

The Experience of Triangles

Having discussed each of the triangle forms, Sarah and Kelly dive deeper into how to incorporate these intriguing asanas into a regular practice.

Parivrtta Trikonasana: the rotated triangle

Sarah and Kelly discuss the second triangle pose, Parivrtta Trikonasana. Another strong asana with deep effects on the lower chakras and the added benefit of massaging your internal organs. Come and explore it with us.

Utthita Trikonasana: the truth found in triangles

Sarah and Kelly discuss their experiences of Utthita Trikonasana or the extended lateral triangle, including alignment points, physical challenges and mental insights gained.

Viparita Karani: get your legs up the wall!

Sarah and Kelly discuss the many restorative benefits and ways to do Viparita Karani, or 'legs up the wall' pose! A powerful, gentle and safe inversion, this is a great practice to slot into any part of your day.

Speaking to Your Soul in the Moment: a spiritual practice

Sarah and Kelly discuss their different approaches to a spiritual practice, including when to challenge habits and how to know what you need to feel fulfilled.

Spacing: Opening ourselves to expansion and space

Sarah and Kelly space out with a different kind of connection! With our feet firmly planted in the ground, we have the freedom to expand our minds and our thinking, to visualise with no boundaries. How do you feel when you expand into space?

How Travel Transforms You

Sarah has just returned from a two-week road trip and shares some insight on how it's helped her identify her passion and let go of old patterns or unwanted habits.