VINYASA YOGA
Vinyasa yoga is a dynamic and flowing style of yoga that connects breath with movement. In this practice, you move seamlessly from one pose to another, creating a beautiful and graceful sequence.
The word "vinyasa" means "to place in a special way," and that's exactly what you do - you intentionally place your body in different poses while coordinating your breath.
One of the major benefits of practicing vinyasa yoga is its ability to build strength and flexibility. As you flow through the sequences, you engage your muscles and gradually increase your range of motion.
This not only tones your body but also improves your overall physical performance. Vinyasa yoga also helps to improve balance and coordination, as the transitions between poses require focus and stability.
Another advantage of vinyasa yoga is its ability to calm the mind and reduce stress. The intentional breathing combined with the continuous movement creates a moving meditation that promotes mindfulness and relaxation. This can help you release tension, improve mental clarity, and cultivate a sense of inner peace.
Moreover, vinyasa yoga is a great cardiovascular workout. The continuous flow of movements raises your heart rate and improves circulation. This can boost your energy levels, enhance your stamina, and help you burn calories.
Vinyasa yoga is also known for its detoxifying effects on the body. Deep breathing and twisting poses stimulate the lymphatic system, which aids in the removal of toxins from the body.
In conclusion, vinyasa yoga is a beautiful practice that offers numerous benefits for both the body and mind. So, if you're looking to improve your strength, flexibility, mental clarity, and overall well-being, why not give our vinyasa yoga classes a try at Shine With Tabitha Yoga?
Join Emma, our Vinyas Yoga Teacher, and embrace the flowing movements, connect with your breath, and enjoy the transformative power of this dynamic practice. Book Your Class Place Now
WHAT IS PILATES
Pilates, the incredible workout method, was designed by the visionary Joseph Pilates, a remarkable physical culturist hailing from Germany. Born to a father who was an esteemed gymnast from Greece and a mother who was a naturopath, Pilates was destined to revolutionize the fitness industry.
Drawing inspiration from both Eastern and Western exercise practices, including the likes of yoga, Joseph Pilates spent the first half of the twentieth century developing a comprehensive system of exercises that aimed to strengthen not only the body but also the mind.
His philosophy was simple yet profound - mental and physical health are deeply interconnected.
With this belief in mind, Joseph Pilates crafted a series of exercises that targeted both the mind and body simultaneously, aiming to create a harmonious balance between the two.
The focus of his method was to strengthen the entire body evenly but with a particular emphasis on building a strong core.
Why is core strength so important, you may ask? Well, Joseph Pilates firmly believed that a strong core was the foundation for overall fitness and well-being. By engaging the muscles of the abdomen, lower back, hips, and pelvis, Pilates exercises help to improve posture, balance, and stability.
Not only that, but a strong core can also enhance the efficiency of movement and reduce the risk of injury during daily activities or other forms of exercise.
So, whether you are a fitness enthusiast looking to enhance your general fitness and well-being or someone recovering from an injury seeking a safe and effective way to rebuild strength, we've got you covered with our Pilates Classes at Shine With Tabitha Yoga!
With its holistic approach and emphasis on core strength, Pilates offers a pathway towards a healthier, more balanced life. So come on, give our Pilates classes a try, and experience the transformative power they have to offer. Checkout The Class Timetable
MOTHER AND BABY YOGA
Mother and Baby Yoga classes at Shine With Tabitha Yoga in Belper Derbyshire class incorporate postnatal yoga, baby yoga, and a pinch of baby massage! It’s some dedicated time each week to focus on you and your baby or babies.
Gentle yoga techniques focus on re-balancing, re-charging, stretching, and strengthening. These wonderful mother and baby yoga classes are suitable for mothers following a postnatal GP check and are suitable for all abilities and experience levels.
Babies are welcome from birth until they are toddling around and with the use of songs and baby massage elements, there is plenty to make them all feel involved.
Each class is led by Emily our postnatal doula, who understands that life can be hectic with a brand-new human on board. She gets it! Emily creates a welcoming atmosphere where everyone is made to feel at home. As babies can have a tendency to be unpredictable, anything goes and everyone is fine with it all. Emily leads the mother and baby yoga sessions in a responsive way, adapting each class to what the mums and babes seem to need at any given moment.
With post-class refreshments and nibbles, and the opportunity to stay and chat, there is a real emphasis on community support and connection.
It’s not about getting the class done, it's about making sure you get what you need on that day and have the space to be YOU. Book You And Your Baby In Now