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Welcome

Welcome to the September issue of OM Yoga & Lifestyle magazine (as we’re officially titled). Read on for all things yoga, inspiration and motivation.

Contributors

Our contributors this month.

My secret place

Yogi: Stephanie Champlin

N@maste

Love OM magazine and want to tell the world? Here’s your chance!

Yoga Changed My Life

A life-changing injury resulted in Vicki Baumann training to become a yoga teacher.

Mindfulness works

New research shows how in-person mindfulness courses can have a powerful effect on easing anxiety and depression.

The Happiness Explorer

How to…fully embrace change.

Living the teachings — understanding yoga’s everyday spiritual meanings

PRATYAHARA, THE FIFTH LIMB OF YOGA.

Amazing SPACES

YOGA HERO.

om loves

Beautiful things for beautiful people.

UNIVERSAL PERFORMANCE

Ethical and sustainable activewear for yoga and mindful living from UP.

Planet yoga

Stories from around the weird and wonderful world of yoga.

OM BOOKS

The latest books.

Yoga is for every body

Your pictures. Your community.

How much of a yogi are you?

You know you are a yogi when…yoga is your life!

10 FREE yoga sessions not to miss

There’s so much happening at the OM Yoga Show this October, three days of amazing yoga fun all under one big roof. Here are 10 free yoga sessions that you don’t want to miss!

Yogi Power Children’s Yoga Area

Meet the sponsors of this year’s children’s area within the OM Yoga Show — Yogi Power, run by two marvellous mums, Neha and Divya.

British Wheel of Yoga

You’ll find lots of teachers from BWY giving classes at this year’s show. Visit Stand P8 and discover how yoga with BWY can further enrich your life.

OM Yoga Awards 2023

It’s your chance to vote! The shortlists have been drawn up for all categories in our inaugural OM Yoga Awards. The winners of each category will be announced at the OM Yoga Show 2023 this October.

OM meets... SALLY PARKES

Yoga teacher trainer, author, and Pilates coach, Sally Parkes, talks to OM about how yoga has shaped her life and continues to do so.

Quick energy boost

Enjoy this short vibrant yoga practice which will help you to wake up and energise for the day ahead.

A 360º over view of...

Seated Forward Bend (Paschimottanasana)

3 ways yoga can support you at work

Work stress begone! By integrating yoga into our day at work (or anywhere) we can learn to navigate with greater ease some of the things that may otherwise cause us upset.

Yoga for pregnancy and children special report

This month, we explore the wonderful world of yoga for pregnancy and children. Whatever stage of life you’re at — from mums-to-be to tots and teens — there is a yoga just for you.

Hurting hips

What is pelvic girdle pain and how can yoga help?

Pregnancy Yoga and Moon Cycles

How yoga can complement the moon cycles for pregnancy support.

Enhancing the journey

Teaching yoga during pregnancy and beyond.

Managing a children’s yoga class

Are you grappling with effective classroom engagement within your children’s yoga classes? Then read on for inspiration and ideas.

Where can I teach kids yoga?

There are so many places where you can share yoga with the young. Here are just a few ideas by Gopala Amir Yaffa.

OM FM

OM FOR MEN

MAN ON THE MAT

BHARADVAJASANA (BHARADVAJA TWIST)

Mahesh Hayward: making men’s mental health a priority

After a 30-year career as a barber, sharing yogic wisdom and building community among his client base, Mahesh Hayward is now keen to share the benefits he has gleaned from a decade’s practice on the mat across the wider hairdressing industry

Testimonials

Mahesh Hayward has already touched the lives of so many ordinary guys who have attended his barber shop or joined his yoga and meditation classes in Bournemouth and beyond. Here’s a selection of testimonials from some of them:

Why breathe consciously?

Controlled breathing is free. No equipment, or travel required. No special talent needed, only that you breathe, watch, feel, and allow the physical, emotional and spiritual to ‘enlighten up’ your day.

Embodying emptiness

Embodied Living: Mindfulness & Yoga for Life’s Everyday Challenges.

Movring from Dharana to Dhyana

Unlocking the door of meditation with the key of concentration.

Sweet soul music

The soulful, soothing power of mantra and meditation are all intertwined in the music of Sarves Thiru, a London-based singer-songwriter. Here, she tells OM how yoga and music have long been an integral part of her life, helping to shape her creative journey

Permission to rest

Savasana is more than a cool down, it’s an opportunity to choose rest.

eat drink yoga

Healthy eating goodies.

Late summer social dining club

Simple healthy recipe ideas for making the most out of September.

Eating well whatever the cost of living

As the cost of living continues to spiral, keep things simple if you want to keep your healthy eating plans on track.

Teacher zone

Yogi: Sarah Highfield Photographer: www.yogaandphoto.com.

MyYogaBiz

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

Yoga myths uncovered

Two of the UK’s top yoga teachers and creators of Alba Yoga Academy, Hannah Barrett and Celest Pereira, are here to help share the science behind some of the yoga world's most popular myths.

Still learning

How do you feel about being a learner?

Island yoga PARADISE

Awe-inspiring retreats and ideas for yoga explorers.

Radiance awaits at Park Igls

If you’re looking for the ultimate healthy living experience, then head to Park Igls, a multi-award winning sanctuary of wellness and medical spa in the dreamy Austrian Alps.

Mistral Hotel: Yoga retreats for solo travellers

Making friends at Mistral Hotel: sociable yoga holidays in Crete for the independent solo traveller.