Ascension Yoga

When you have a knock on the door from Amazon delivering you £ 470 pounds worth of power tools on your Amazon account… that you never ordered
…..
But turns out your son did

Fair play he went for Dewalt … not the cheap stuff

Happy 6th birthday to my precious baby

Grounding :

Why we should walk barefoot in nature

Barefoot walking not only grounds your energy but reduces inflammation, stress & high cortisol levels.

It increases red blood cells which gives better Immunity

Improves sleep, improves the strength & flexibility of muscles and ligaments of the feet

🧘🏻‍♀️🌟 Calling all yoga enthusiasts! 🌟🧘🏻‍♂️

Are you ready to embark on a journey of mindfulness, strength, and tranquility? Look no further because I am thrilled to invite you all to my upcoming yoga class! 🌿✨

📆 Date: Every Tuesday
⏰ Time: 12pm - 1pm
🏢 Location: Heaton Moor (Stockport)

Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting your yoga adventure, this class is tailored to accommodate all levels of experience. Let's come together and embrace the harmony of body, mind, and spirit. 🙏🌈

During our session, we will explore various yoga poses, flow through sequences that promote flexibility and balance, and engage in deep breathing exercises to cultivate inner peace. Prepare to unlock your inner strength and release any tension or stress that may have built up throughout the week. 💪💆‍♀️

Not only will you leave feeling rejuvenated and centered, but you'll also have the opportunity to connect with a community of like-minded individuals who share a passion for wellness and self-care. Let's support each other on this journey of self-discovery! 🤝❤️

Let's set intentions, breathe deeply, and let the magic of yoga guide us towards a greater sense of balance and serenity. 🌙✨

I can't wait to see you all on Tuesday for an incredible yoga experience! Let's embrace the present moment and find bliss together. See you on the mat! 🧘‍♂️🌺

Namaste,
Amelia

HAPPY SUMMER SOLSTICE

ALLOW THE BEAUTIFUL SUNSHINE TO IGNITE THAT PRANIC ENERGY

THE BENEFITS OF DIAPHRAGMATIC BREATHING
💫Relaxes the Body
💫 Improves muscle function during exercise and helps to prevent strain
💫Increases how much oxygen is in the blood
💫Reduces blood pressure
💫Reduces heart rate

Preparing for our beautiful breathwork workshop today 17 heaton moor

Happy Fatherd Day 💙

Every day that we wake up we have the chance to be thankful for being alive, thankful for having the people around us that we love and care about. Thankful for seeing a new day 💕

It's so easy to focus on what we don't have and everything we do want... but sometimes it's just as important to reflect on everything we do have and cherish it 💕

HOW TO GET YOUR BODY BACK INTO THE PARASYMPATHETIC NERVOUS SYSTEM

THIS IS IMPERATIVE FOR OUR HEALTH

Are you constantly on the go ? Are you on an adrenaline cycle fuelled by a hectic life & caffeine to keep powering through ? The physical demands of family life, work and stress ?

Are you constantly putting your body into its sympathetic nervous system ? Although adrenaline can be positive for the aspects of our lives where we need it ....too much takes its toll on us physically and mentally!

Let me tell you about the Vegus Nerve: vagal nerves are the powerhouse of our Parasympathetic nervous system ! So look after it as this super hero controls specific functions such as :

Digestion
The Immune system
Heart rate ♥️

These functions are involuntary which means we can't control them ....and you kinda need them !!!

HOW TO ACTIVATE YOUR VAGUS NERVE?

It's no big secret the ancient yogis have been doing this for centuries to keep their vitality!

Practicing yoga stimulates the vagus nerve, which can increase its tone and improve its function. This, in turn, can have a positive effect on our overall health and well-being, including reducing stress and anxiety, improving digestion, and boosting our immune system.

Breathing exercises, such as pranayama, are particularly effective in stimulating the vagus nerve, and incorporating these into your yoga practice can be a great way to support your physical and mental wellbeing.

Activate your vegus nerve to help reduce anxiety, beat stress, boost your immune system and fight off disease 🤺🤺🤺💪💪💪

Yoga is an excellent way to loosen tight hamstrings. As someone who spends most of the day sitting or standing, I know that my hamstrings can feel tight and uncomfortable. Yoga poses such as forward folds, downward-facing dog, and pigeon pose can help stretch and lengthen the hamstrings. These poses also encourage proper alignment, which can prevent further tightness and injury. With regular practice, yoga can also improve overall flexibility and range of motion, making it easier to move through daily activities with ease. So, if you're struggling with tight hamstrings, consider incorporating yoga into your routine to reap the benefits of this ancient practice.

Yoga and meditation have been shown to have a profound impact on our neuro pathways, which can ultimately lead to positive changes in our mindsets. Studies have found that regular practice of yoga and meditation can increase the production of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a neurotransmitter that helps to regulate anxiety and promote feelings of calmness. Additionally, these practices have been found to increase gray matter in areas of the brain associated with emotional regulation and self-awareness. This can lead to improved mood, reduced stress and anxiety, and an overall more positive mindset. By training the brain to focus on the present moment and cultivate a sense of inner peace, yoga and meditation can help individuals develop a greater sense of resilience and positivity in their daily lives.

Beautiful Asparagus is in season now and it has so many health benefits :

Excellent source of Vitamin K & A
Good source of fiber ( helps the digestive system)
Good for the liver

Organic asparagus and tomatoes purchased from Floral Affair yesterday were 👌

These Are Dua Lipa's 5 Favorite Yoga Poses for Staying Calm and Grounded Dua Lipa turns to her yoga practice before and after performing. These are her favorite poses for staying calm and grounded.

LADIES : DID YOU KNOW THAT SOME NATURAL SUPPLEMENTS CAN REALLY HELP WITH THOSE DREADED HORMONAL IMBALANCES THAT WE OFTEN SUFFER WITH ??

Here are my top choices for supplements that can really help with PMS

Lemon Balm , this helps calm the Nervous
System which in turn allows the physical body to work efficiently particularly when under stress.

B Complex vitamins & Magnesium all support the nervous system. Magnesium works with calcium in maintaining nerve and muscle impulses. Also Magnesium promotes healthy muscles by helping them to relax (so important for PMS. ) Plus its vital for the production of some hormones.

B vitamins are needed for energy levels and are necessary for the body to function adequately.

B12: helps to prevent megaloblastic anaemia.

Also did you know that Evening Primrose Oil is excellent for containing Omega 3, 6 & 9.. ideal to help with those hormal fluctuations 👌👌👌💕

LADIES : DID YOU KNOW THAT SOME NATURAL SUPPLEMENTS CAN REALLY HELP WITH THOSE DREADED HORMONAL IMBALANCES THAT WE OFTEN SUFFER WITH ??

Here are my top choices for supplements that can really help with PMS

Lemon Balm , this helps calm the Nervous
System which in turn allows the physical body to work efficiently particularly when under stress.

B Complex vitamins & Magnesium all support the nervous system. Magnesium works with calcium in maintaining nerve and muscle impulses. Also Magnesium promotes healthy muscles by helping them to relax (so important for PMS. ) Plus its vital for the production of some hormones.

B vitamins are needed for energy levels and are necessary for the body to function adequately.

B12: helps to prevent megaloblastic anaemia.

Also did you know that Evening Primrose Oil is excellent for containing Omega 3, 6 & 9.. ideal to help with those hormal fluctuations 👌👌👌💕

Ascension HealthGuru :

Fact : Did you know that The Chaga Mushroom is the most nutritionally dense of all tree growths.

Known by the Siberians as the 'Gift from God' & the "mushroom of Immortality "
Deemed as "King of Plants" in China
☝️ High in antioxidants
☝️ Helps to lower Blood Pressure
☝️ Regulates the Immune System
☝️ Shown to help lower Blood sugar levels
☝️Anti- Ageing

Do you have a free lunch break ? Looking after your health is so important. Invest in your well being and it will pay off later. Do you want to create more balance in your life & more inner peace ? We can all chase the 💰 but is it costing you your health?

Take a moment , connect to your breath , are you living in the present or are you too busy chasing the future ?

What if you only had 1 day left to live ? Would you be content ? Would you be grateful for just being and just breathing ? Would you be grateful for those people around you ?

Following the basic yogic principles can help us to live a more balanced and meaningful life. To be true to your own unique purpose.
To not confront adversity with anger but to meet it with grace.
To not be clinging on to material things so much so that they consume you. To reach a higher level so that you can dance through life with grace and ease. We make life so enormously complicated. We spend our lives carrying resentments to others for the wrongs they do to us instead of having compassion to the fact that we are all on this planet to learn and that everyone has their own 'stuff' to deal with.

When was the last time you looked up to a blue sky and was just thankful for being here , breathing and seeing a new day. Seeing the sun shine beyond the clouds.

Join me for a free taster session of mindful yoga and breathwork where you can connect to your authentic inner you again.

Do you have a free lunch break ? Looking after your health is so important. Invest in your well being and it will pay off later. Do you want to create more balance in your life & more inner peace ? We can all chase the 💰 but is it costing you your health?

Take a moment , connect to your breath , are you living in the present or are you too busy chasing the future ?

What if you only had 1 day left to live ? Would you be content ? Would you be grateful for just being and just breathing ? Would you be grateful for those people around you ?

Following the basic yogic principles can help us to live a more balanced and meaningful life. To be true to your own unique purpose.
To not confront adversity with anger but to meet it with grace.
To not be clinging on to material things so much so that they consume you. To reach a higher level so that you can dance through life with grace and ease. We make life so enormously complicated. We spend our lives carrying resentments to others for the wrongs they do to us instead of having compassion to the fact that we are all on this planet to learn and that everyone has their own 'stuff' to deal with.

When was the last time you looked up to a blue sky and was just thankful for being here , breathing and seeing a new day. Seeing the sun shine beyond the clouds.

Join me for a free taster session of mindful yoga and breathwork where you can connect to your authentic inner you again.

Do you have a free lunch break ? Looking after your health is so important. Invest in your well being and it will pay off later. Do you want to create more balance in your life & more inner peace ? We can all chase the 💰 but is it costing you your health?

Take a moment , connect to your breath , are you living in the present or are you too busy chasing the future ?

What if you only had 1 day left to live ? Would you be content ? Would you be grateful for just being and just breathing ? Would you be grateful for those people around you ?

Following the basic yogic principles can help us to live a more balanced and meaningful life. To be true to your own unique purpose.
To not confront adversity with anger but to meet it with grace.
To not be clinging on to material things so much so that they consume you. To reach a higher level so that you can dance through life with grace and ease. We make life so enormously complicated. We spend our lives carrying resentments to others for the wrongs they do to us instead of having compassion to the fact that we are all on this planet to learn and that everyone has their own 'stuff' to deal with.

When was the last time you looked up to a blue sky and was just thankful for being here , breathing and seeing a new day. Seeing the sun shine beyond the clouds.

Join me for a free taster session of mindful yoga and breathwork where you can connect to your authentic inner you again.

5 simple tips that you can do even if you have little time to spare :
1. Stop, close your eyes and check in with your breath. Are you breathing with ease or is there tension anywhere?
2. Ask yourself where in my body am I holding onto that tension ?
3. Breathe into that space . Exhale to release !
4. Ask yourself what your body needs to be nurtured for the week ? Less caffeine, more healthy food ? How was your sleep ? Are you running on adrenaline?
5. Listen to your internal dialogue? Is it healthy or is it negative self talk ? Reframe the negative talk.

Your thoughts become your reality.

🧘‍♀️ Yoga has many benefits, but here are 5 to hopefully get you motivated to give it a try.

⏱️You don't need to do yoga for hours and hours to reap benefits. Even a 20-minute session can help you burn calories and enhance your well-being. One of the most common reasons for not being able to exercise is often the lack of time.

Hatha Yoga Classes 2023 Bodywise Natural Health Centre
Wednesdays: Hatha Yoga and guided meditation classes Buddhist Centre, 16-20 Turner Street, Manchester M4 1DZ

👉 https://ascension-yoga.co.uk/workshops-retreats/

🧘‍♀️ looking forward to seeing you all every Wednesday at 1pm - drop-ins are welcome