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Natasha is self employed yoga teacher based in Devon

My secret place

Hatha yoga instructor Kinga Tauber is seen here practicing

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YOGA CHANGED MY LIFE

Trust the process with yoga, says Hannah Varley

Way to go, girl!

US yoga pioneer Rachel Estapa recognised for her work bringing yoga to more diverse and plus-size people

WHAT’S YOUR + AFFIRMATION?

An affirmation for self worth, true wealth and core desires

The Blue Zone

A new yoga initiative aims to get more of us living in the Blue Zone, small pockets of the world where residents are renowned for their long life expectancy

Amazing spaces

Stylish and inspiring studio design ideas and interiors

Om loves

Beautiful things for beautiful people

The art of living

Welcome to The Kandi Collection; slow fashion for fast moving people designed in England with love from Yummy Yoga Girl.

Planet yoga

Stories from around the weird and wonderful world of yoga

Om yoga & lifestyle

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Om books

Yoga Therapy Foundations, Methods And Practices For

Yoga is for every body

Your pictures. Your community

OM meets… Donna Noble

London-based yoga teacher, coach and radio host Donna Noble is passionate about helping people live a more stress free and balanced life. Here, the founder of CurveSomeYoga, an initiative to encourage everyone to the mat, says the best time to start is right now

An overview of… Triangle Pose (Utthita Trikonasana)

Triangle Pose is a regular feature in many hatha yoga classes.

Imposter syndrome

The curse of the impossible imposter. Meg Jackson confronts reality on an advanced teacher training programme

Om Competition

WIN A Yoga Retreat in Thailand With Brett Moran worth £1,497*

STREET TEACHER

A man of many names, David Giles (aka Psusennes Nurisha Bey) (aka bboy Vybe) brings his street style cool hip-hop brand of yoga therapy to New York’s famous Union Square. OM caught up with him recently to hear all about it.

Cow Face with Side Bend (Gomukasana Variation)

Decompresses the lower back, stretches the side of

LOVE & YOGA

All you need is love… and yoga. A special report on

A TANTRIC GUIDE TO VALENTINE’S

Valentine’s Day gives us all, singles and couples alike, a chance to be gods and goddesses. Don’t miss this sensual opportunity, says tantra teacher Jan Day

THE PATH OF LOVE

When it comes to love, the more we give, the more we have.

TOUCH & TENDERNESS

Increasing intimacy with tender touch.

FOR THE LOVE OF CHOCOLATE

Chocolate has long been associated with love (because it tastes so darn good!) but for the ultimate boost this Valentine’s try celebrating with a cacao ceremony – with or without your partner.

TWO’S COMPANY

Nourishing the heart and soul in intimate relationships through partner yoga.

Blue sky meditation

Finding clarity, peace and calm in the deep space of the sky.

Beware your mantra

Beware the tone of your mantra. Its more powerful than you think.

Meditation: the way to wisdom and happiness

Finding awareness, greater calm and a path to a happier, more fulfilling life through meditation.

BREAKING THE MOULD

The five klesas: how to break free from our habitual patterns using yogic wisdom.

Chakras: an introduction Part 4 of 9 - manipura chakra

Yoga therapist Sarah Swindlehurst continues a nine-month exploration of the chakras

Eat drink yoga

Adam’s Chocolate has launched a new range of two-cube

Big in Japan

Grab your chopsticks for a delicious oriental adventure straight from the OM Kitchen

Yoga diet dilemmas

Yoga lore and the world of nutrition: exploring a dietary culture clash.

Get the balance right

Understanding the importance of Omega 3 and 6 essential fatty acids, and how to strike the right balance.

HONEY, I DON’T LIKE THE KIDS

A shocking thing to admit, but thankfully it can be totally normal, writes Siri Arti

Love & acceptance

4 practical ways that yoga can help children to love and accept themselves.

My Story…

Kristina Symons, 46, recalls her yoga teacher training – from manic phase to calm phase – and how it has quite literally blown her mind

My Yoga Biz

Tips from the experts to help you grow the yoga business of your dreams.

“ My life is better than yours”

The perils of social media are well known, but yoga may actually be fuelling the problem. It’s time to take a look at ourselves, says Natasha Cornish

Yoga Therapy with Ekhart Yoga

This set of exercises takes your shoulders through

Show some love

Show your yoga career some Valentine’s love and watch it blossom.

Who is allowed to teach yoga?

Would you attend classes taught by a ‘fat’ yoga teacher? Would you hire a ‘fat’ yoga teacher? Paula Hines explores one of yoga’s great taboos

OM Travel

Awe-inspiring retreats and ideas for yoga explorers

ISLAND HOPPING YOGIS

Liz Darke enjoys a five day yoga holiday with Fykiada Retreats in the beautiful Greek islands

WINTER WONDERLANDS

Shut that door and find your own piece of heaven in these rural spa hideaways

Artificial intelligence

Tracking your yoga practice with technology.