23 Jun

The Easiest Morning Yoga Guide for Novices

Practicing yoga first thing in the morning will not only increase your energy, focus, and flow for the rest of the day, but also place you in a positive state of mind to seize the day ahead.

Each day is a new beginning, and we shall make the most of it right from the moment we awaken. Stretch, breathe, and fully awaken your body first thing in the morning. How you begin your day plans out the rest of it, so here is a quick morning Yoga session that beginners can easily incorporate into their daily lives:

 

Diaphragmatic Breath

Known as pranayama, diaphragmatic breath is the first step to awaken your body. With one hand on your heart and the other on your belly in a sitting position, deeply inhale and exhale. This will help you tune in with your entire body, breath by breath.

 

Extended Child’s Pose

This pose is perfect for stretching the body after being in a singular position overnight. On all fours on your yoga mat, you will need to spread your knees wide, and let your stomach fall in between your thighs, and your forehead down to meet the mat. Then extend your arms in front of your body, palms flat. Inhale and exhale deeply. The extended child’s pose is great for your lower back and hips.

 

Cat-Cow Pose

Once on all fours on your mat, place your hands under your shoulders and knees under your hips. Then engage your abdomen, exhale, and stretch your spine upwards. Hold it here then let your spine relax as your stomach falls to the ground. Hold it here again. This pose is effective for stretching your spine and opening your chest.

 

Cobra Pose

For novice Yoga practitioners, you might know this as a part of Surya Namaskar. Beginners can begin their morning routine with just this one pose to open up their shoulders, chest, and abs. You will need to simply lay belly-down on your mat, and with your hands placed underneath your shoulders, gently extend your arms upwards – taking the weight of your whole body on them. Remain in this position for a while before pulling your arms inwards and letting your body fall to the ground.

 

Bridge Pose

If you have a long way of active walking, strengthen your hamstrings and glute with the Bridge first thing in the morning. As you lay on your back with your knees bent and feet relaxed, place your arms on either side, palms flat. Then push up through your feet to extend your hips towards the ceiling. Works great for the abdomen area too.

 

Twist Pose

A simpler pose you can practice while seated, gently twist your upper body from your core to the left, then to the right. Let your body decide the distance you want to take, and make sure not to turn from your shoulders.

 

Tip: Hold each of the 5 poses for 60 seconds before moving on to the next 5 minutes and you’re done!

 

Established in Vancouver, Canada, the Yoga Health Expo 2022 will be a one-day festival celebrating the joys of good well-being through a holistic approach to the Yogic way of life including Yoga, Veganism, and Vegetarianism in our lifestyle. The celebration shall welcome famous yoga teachers Vancouver, interactive yoga classes Vancouver and a platform for vegan products and vegan food Vancouver.

 For more information on our upcoming International Yoga Festival & Health Expo, please visit: https://yogahealthfoundation.com/.

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27 May

5 Sustainable Ways To A Healthy Lifestyle

Connect with the blissful care of nature by choosing only plant based, organic and natural products in your day-to-day life. Simple and sustainable, here are 5 ways to build a lifestyle full of health and wellbeing.

STEP 1: CLEAR THE KITCHEN

The holy grail of health where food resides, ditch the plastic and poly-fiber and switch to clay and earthen cookware for your pantry. Instead of paper napkins that eventually lead to piles of waste, you can use cotton or bamboo dishcloths that can be washed and reused for years. Using glass and steel storage containers also assure not just durability and security but reduce the inclusion of plastic in your house. The less the better!

STEP 2: GO VEGAN

There is a multitude of ways to eat your way to a healthy lifestyle – you can make drinks instead of buying them, buy produce in season, grow your own herbs, and avoid processed foods including animal-based products. Say no to meat, and choose veganism that contributes not just to a good environment, but good health.

STEP 3: SHOP SLOW

One of the biggest hazards to our planet is fast fashion. According to waste statistics, the industry produces over 92 million tonnes of waste per year. The effects of fast fashion on the environment include CO2 emissions, water consumption, chemical pollution, and textile waste amongst many more. We can choose to shop sustainably by paying attention to how and where a collection was made, how ethical the fabrics used are, and the durability of the garments. Shop slow to live slow.

STEP 4: GREEN IS THE NEW GLAM

The beauty market is not behind on comprehending the necessity of sustainable and cruelty free brands. Nature vs chemicals – how does it get any easier than this? Look for brands and products that are vegan, plant-based, or paraben-free; skin care and makeup that actually nurtures you and the planet both!

STEP 5: TRAVEL LIKE A LOCAL

Living consciously is not restricted to just our immediate homes. According to recent studies, only 39% of travelers manage to make their travel trips eco-friendly. To begin with, select your stay smartly. Research on your destination where you can accommodate most sustainably. It is important to keep in mind your carbon footprint, so save paper on tickets and simply rely on digital receipts for your fare details. You can also choose to commute on foot instead of transport to reduce your environmental footprint as well as fit in some workout.

Remember – it all starts with us. From one decision a day to the next, we can find ourselves and the planet growing healthier and better in the near future.

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