Paws, Planks and Peaceful Zen: We Tried Doga … And it Was Fur-tastic

If your fitness routine needs a little pup-grade, you’re in luck - because Decathlon has just unleashed a fur-tastically fun way to get fit. (Or at least try). To coincide with World Pilates Day on May the 5th, this month, the sportswear giant opened its very first Aussie fitness studio in the heart of Sydney’s…

ByMarie-Antoinette Issa05/05/20250Comments

Lazy Yoga – Yes, It’s A Thing!

If you think yoga is life changing, wait until we fill you in on Lazy Yoga AKA Yoga in Bed. Lazy Yoga will change even the most exercise-resistant mind and chip away at your reluctance to stretch, strengthen and succumb to a 'sport' you will truly enjoy. I don't know of a single…

ByTrudy Vains28/03/20250Comments

Health Yoga

Yoga Poses For Inflammation

Inflammation can happen to us all, whether a short term effect from a bump or bruise, or long-term more debilitating inflammation from diseases such as fibromyalgia or an injury to the back or joints. Here are five yoga poses that can assist when the pain becomes a bit much to bear. You'll find…

ByTrudy Vains20/03/20250Comments

Wellness & Health Yoga

Yoga At Your Desk

Yoga at your desk is a super helpful way of combatting the tension that accumulates in our muscles from eight hours of sitting, working away, typing, leaning forward. Those of us with sedentary jobs, such as office jobs, are prone to stiff, store shoulders and a lower back that is vulnerable to inflammation. Stepping away…

ByTrudy Vains20/03/20250Comments

Health Yoga

Yoga Pose Of The Week: The Proper Push Up!

The foundations of this yoga pose are absolutely crucial for a safe and injury free practice. This is the real deal. The proper push up, and if you do it right it's not easy. FOUNDATION Get your self into a high plank position Feet at hip width, toes under the heels Straight legs and…

BySammy Veall23/02/20250Comments

Health

Controlling Chaos Over Christmas

Controlling Chaos Over Christmas is quite a skill. The Festive Season can be stressful and high energy, and the anticipation alone can trigger chaos. However, if you practise self-care, keep your energy calm and become responsible for your own happiness, it can make the whole festive season so much brighter. If you struggle to find…

ByTrudy Vains13/12/20230Comments

Wellness & Health Yoga

Yoga Pose Of The Week: Eagle Arms Pose

AKA – Garudasana Eagle Arms Pose is only half of Eagle Pose and it gives you such a great stretch across shoulders, arms, and neck. The full posture – Eagle Pose - requires you to stand on one leg and balance, whilst focusing on your arms as well, but why start with the hard stuff? Although a…

ByTrudy Vains21/11/20230Comments

Wellness & Health Yoga

Don’t Feel Like Going To Yoga? That’s Ok

Don’t feel like going to Yoga? That’s ok. I’ve been there, so I definitely hear you! Sometimes I think ‘I just can’t be bothered with practice today’, so I turn on some soothing sounds and rest in Savasana (below). Yoga is not about going to class every day, it’s about honouring yourself, and how…

ByTrudy Vains28/01/20230Comments

Fitness Health

5 EasyYoga Poses That Will Seriously Lift Your Energy

Don’t feel like going to Yoga? That’s ok. I’ve been there, so I definitely hear you! Sometimes I think ‘I just can’t be bothered with practice today’, so I turn on some soothing sounds and rest in Savasana (below). Yoga is not about going to class every day, it’s about honouring yourself, and how you are…

ByTrudy Vains27/01/20230Comments

Wellness & Health Yoga

Revolved Triangle Pose

Parivrtta - Revolve Trikona - Triangle Asana – Posture A standing yoga pose with a twist. Also known as Reverse Triangle Pose. Revolved Triangle is a pose that even the most experienced of yogis find challenging, however once you perfect it, Revolved triangle has some fantastic benefits that extend beyond your yoga mat (and practice)…

ByTrudy Vains26/07/20220Comments