Winter Warm-Up: Gentle Yoga for Midlife and Beyond
Episode Overview
The episode offers a gentle and nurturing yoga practice for bodies in need of extra care during the cold weather. Morven Hamilton shares details about an upcoming special solstice practice, 'The Fabric of Meditation,' designed to journey deep inside with Yoga Nidra to honour the solstice. The practice includes movements for joint-freeing, gentle standing sequences, pelvic floor awareness, and a focus on muscle and bone strength for midlife and older individuals. Listeners are encouraged to let go of mental clutter and return to the breath, finding respite from daily stories and chatter. The episode concludes with a reminder to keep returning to the breath, uncluttered by daily mental chatter.
My shopping, my planning, my mortgage, my car, my family dramas. And turning instead towards the breath. Uncluttered by all that mental chatter. Just stories. There'll be different stories tomorrow. Just keep returning to your breath.
Feeling the chill in your bones? This episode of the Yoga by Nature Podcast has just what you need. Host Morven Hamilton guides you through a 70-minute gentle yoga session designed specifically for midlife and older individuals who want to stay warm and agile during the cold months. The practice kicks off with warming breath work to get your blood flowing, followed by joint-freeing movements and gentle standing poses.
You'll also focus on building muscle and bone strength, with a special emphasis on pelvic floor awareness and fall prevention. Morven's approach is all about nurturing your body and mind, helping you prepare for icy weather while promoting overall well-being. Plus, there's a sneak peek into her upcoming solstice practice, 'The Fabric of Meditation', which promises a deep dive into Yoga Nidra.
Whether you're looking to stay active or find some inner peace, this episode offers a perfect blend of physical and mental care. So, roll out your mat and let Morven guide you to a warmer, more balanced self.