The most frequent question I am asked is “How many yoga classes should I attend each week?”

My answer is as many classes as you can afford to attend. The more frequent in your yoga practice the more your life will change. That is a bold statement isn’t it?

Yoga is amazing and science is now proving how valuable the practice is. Whether you’ve tried yoga or not, I think we can all agree there seems to be some level of benefit for your body and mind from practicing yoga.

Even if you can only afford one class per week, you will experience the benefits of yoga. If you can afford to do more classes then certainly you will experience more benefits.

So what are these benefits?

Yoga improves your flexibility - a more flexible body is probably the most immediate benefit you will notice from practicing yoga. It teaches our body how to physically relax. While stretching your muscles you will improve your posture and gain physical strength.

Yoga improves your energy levels – Yoga is a form of exercise, where exercise is proven to increase energy levels as more oxygenated blood is pumped around the body, this increases your metabolic rate and improve your breathing and lung capacity.

Yoga reduces inflammation within your body. There are a number of studies that have shown that regular practice of yoga reduces the inflammation within your body. This is important because inflammation is associated with chronic diseases including diabetes, arthritis, heart disease. If you are suffering from chronic diseases, it’s time to book in a class and step on a yoga mat.

Yoga is also linked to improving mental performance and that is reducing mental stress. What is important to grasp is that, through regular practice the mind's ability to concentrate grows. Yoga will help you calm your mind, gain specific focus, build a stronger mind and clear the clutter within your mind of unnecessary thoughts.

The first step for you is you have to show up for the class. We put the mat down, and we place our feet upon it. The second step is even simpler – we let go or our thoughts, tightness and tension. Feel the bliss!

At Exhale Yoga we are here to enlighten you and hopefully convince you that yoga really is worth (at least) 90 minutes of your week.

When you practice yoga at Exhale Yoga you will notice that strength meets serenity.

Namaste!

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22 Jan 2023

If you are seeking a new way to transform yourself this year then look out for the next Exhale newsletter about our new transformation course – Getting your Life Back. The course is dedicated to a recipe of personal exploration and supporting you in ways that make slow, steady transformational shifts and mindset changes to living a meaningful life. More details to follow.

22 Jan 2023

8 Jan 2023

The Power of Gratitude

8 Jan 2023

We hear the word gratitude so much. You may have heard "Gratitude is a powerful catalyst for happiness" or "Gratitude turns what we have into enough"

Have you ever wondered why gratitude is so important? And how do you practice gratitude and even go to the next level of making it part of your daily practice?

Let's first explore what gratitude really means?

8 Jan 2023

26 Jan 2022

Yoga for every shape and size

26 Jan 2022

Stretch the mindful way

Yin Yoga or Restorative Yoga is an excellent start to learning about stretching your body in a slow-paced style of yoga. Its a style of yoga that supports any person shape and size.

Restorative yoga can be a gateway to filling your mind and body into a relaxed state. This is a powerful way to learn how to become more mindful and reduce stress.

If you are interested in the physical practice of yoga, you will enjoy the gentle way of bringing more flexibility into your body.

You will gain inner peace and revive your spirit.

Come and join us on Monday evenings or Sunday afternoons for a treat.

26 Jan 2022

6 Jan 2022

Commitment to COVID safety to you and your family

6 Jan 2022

I want to extend my heartfelt thank you to each of you who have continued to support Exhale Yoga through these trying and difficult times.

Exhale Yoga is a place of wellness, and your health and wellbeing remain paramount, and so is our commitment to COVID safety.

In our world today, we are witnessing high variability of COVID-19. We are committed to meeting the advice and restrictions of our government, both Federal and State, to minimise risks.

As you know, the public health information and industry restrictions are constantly changing across Australia.

We remain vigilant to keep up to date and follow the critical information and requirements to protect ourselves and those around us.

To prepare for your next yoga class, please take some time to familiarise yourself with the changes.

Classes are only open to fully vaccinated participants. If you have an exemption from vaccination, please provide your medical certificate stating exemption from vaccination to your Exhale Yoga teacher.

Please ensure that your Exhale Yoga teacher has sighted your certificate before attending the class. Your teacher will update your information on Mindbody as vaccinated.

Our state government has set space allocation of 1 person per 4 sqm, restricting the number of members allowed in our space. Therefore, our maximum number is nine members indoors.

Capacity limits imposed on our classes Please book online to ensure you can attend the class. The maximum number of participants in each class is ten, including the teacher.

Distance spacing between each person – 1.5 metres between members

Masks are required as you enter the studio. While you are exercising, you may choose to remove your mask. If the mask impedes the delivery of instructions for the teacher, they may remove their mask.

QR code apps – Please scan the code on arrival.

Please use our hand sanitiser on entry to remove bacteria and some viruses from your hands.

We highly recommend that all members bring their props and mats to the class. If you use Exhale Yoga’s props, please disinfect them after the class.

Please bring a towel to each class. If you choose to use the studio bolsters or blankets, you will need to use your towel to place them over the studio bolsters.

6 Jan 2022