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In this month’s issue

Happy New You: Special Report

Stress Busters

OM Meets… Ravi Dixit

Slow Metal Flow Yoga

A Day Of Presence

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A Quiet Revolution In Youth Mental Health

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Moinhos Velhos

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My Secret Place – Rob Lahoud

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The Ancient Ritual of Hair Oiling

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Yoga Retreats 2026: Special Report

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Yoga at Home: Energising Morning Pilates Flow

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A 360º overview of Warrior 2 (Virabhadrasana 2)

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Mindful Ascent: Where Climbing Meets Meditation

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The Willful Warrior

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Manifestation: 5 Vedic Insights

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Yoga For All

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Featured article of the month

Huzur Vadisi: Yoga Retreats in Turkey, Spain, Wales and Norway

Sponsored Article Facilitating yoga retreats for over thirty years Reading time: 3 minutes Feel the benefits of a retreat Whether you are looking for a way to manage the stress of daily life, or you’re just looking for a life affirming, enjoyable holiday, regular yoga practice will help bring you back into balance. Enjoy life more fully, be present, breathe, energise and relax. A week-long retreat can really ground you in establishing or deepening your existing practice or set you…

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From Our Writers

Why Being a B Student Might Be the Most Advanced Yoga Practice

By Mellara Gold

Finding Balance: The Mat Saves Me Every Time

By Carla Stephenson

Stress Proof Your Day

By Ruth Delahunty

Hyperextension and yoga

Hyperextension and yoga, why strength is key

By Emma West

When it comes to hyperextension, sometimes it's better to sacrifice those extra few inches of stretching for a more consistent, regular, safe practice. By Emma...

Discover Hidden Germ Hideouts: Natural Tips to Keep Them at Bay

Unseen Germ Hotspots

By Siobhán Carroll

Sneaky Ways They Lurk & Natural Solutions - By Siobhan Carrol Reading time: 4 minutes Over the last couple of years, we have become more...

Finding Balance: The Yoga of the Middle Way

Finding Balance: The Yoga of the Middle Way

By Barbara Courtille

Yoga and Buddhism both speak profoundly about balance. But what exactly does "balance" mean? And how can we cultivate it not only on our yoga...

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Active Yoga

Man on the mat – With Connor T Johnson

This is a great balancing pose that builds strength in the lower part of the body and teaches focus and concentration Benefits I love tree pose during…

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Finding Balance: The Yoga of the Middle Way

Yoga and Buddhism both speak profoundly about balance. But what exactly does “balance” mean? And how can we cultivate it not only on our yoga mats but…

By Barbara Courtille

Finding Balance: The Yoga of the Middle Way

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Special Report

Articles, Magazine, Retreats, Special Report, Travel

See you at Sewall

Enjoy magical Maine at Sewall House Yoga and Wellness Retreat in the USA Sewall House Yoga and…

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Yoga Retreats 2026: Special Report

Rediscover your inner fire this year on a once-in-a-lifetime yoga retreat – the ultimate antidote to the…

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Huzur Vadisi: Yoga Retreats in Turkey, Spain, Wales and Norway

Sponsored Article Facilitating yoga retreats for over thirty years Reading time: 3 minutes Feel the benefits of a retreat Whether you are looking for a way to manage the stress of daily life, or you’re just looking for a life affirming, enjoyable holiday, regular yoga practice will help bring you back into balance. Enjoy life more fully, be present, breathe, energise and relax. A week-long retreat can really ground you in establishing or deepening your existing practice or set you…

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Yoga Wear

Mindful Wardrobe Choices That Complement Your Yoga Practice

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Food for the Soul

Vegan Jazz Apple, Parsnip & Mushroom Wellington

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Caramel Jazz Apples Upside Down Cake

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Sunshine Squares with Chocolate Chunks

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Jazz Apple and Lentil Soup, with Spiced Croutons

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Editor’s Choice

Woodland yoga

How my yoga practice found its way into the forest. And how you can use the healing presence of the trees to transform your yoga and meditation…

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Woodland yoga

Finding freedom

There is a freedom waiting for you, on the breezes of the sky. By Jackie Heffer-Cooke Imagine you are sitting watching the sea and a beautiful sunset….

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Finding freedom

In search of the calm response

Thinking + moving + nature = a recipe for reducing anxiety now and improved brain function later in life. By Emily Young As the world urbanises and…

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In search of the calm response

Never too old

How 90-year-old Tony Smith took up yoga during the pandemic It’s never too late to start yoga: look no further than Tony Smith, an inspirational 90-year-old living…

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Never too old

BOAT POSE

STEPHEN MARKS IS THE MAN ON THE MAT BOAT POSE (NAVASANA) Boat Pose (Navasana) is a great seated posture that will not only help to strengthen your…

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boat pose with Stephen Marks

WIN a Pair of Black Adriana High-Waisted Leggings from Dragonfly

WIN a Pair of Black Adriana High-Waisted Leggings from Dragonfly – 20 pairs to win This month, we’ve teamed up with Dragonfly sportswear to offer 20 lucky…

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OM meets… Anna Kichenside

OM meets… Anna Kichenside Anna Kichenside is a thirty-something yogini from London and the creator of the Flamingo Yoga Maya clothing brand. Here, she tells OM that…

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Yoga and Aromatherapy – Argan Oil

The month of July means longer and warmer days; a chance to refresh and renew ourselves in the summer sunshine. A lovely oil that incorporates all of…

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Yoga and aromatherapy - Argan Oil

Love Lavender

Join yoga teacher Amanda Wass for the ultimate outdoor experience this summer Set in the dreamiest of settings (who doesn’t love lavender fields?), join yoga teacher Amanda…

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Love lavender - Amanda Wass

Contributors – July 2021

Chef Amber Maryem Boulahri Maryem is an intuitive yogi, writer and business owner, who has been honoured to train with a number of masters of yoga from…

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How to get the most from your Neti pot

How to get the most benefit from using your Neti pot. By Emma Gliddon The practice of Neti is one of the Kriyas or cleansing practices in…

By Emma Gliddon

What’s it like on a yoga hen do?

Say namaste to a new style of pre-wedding party: the Zen Do. By Eva Kristlova Getting married? Why not try a yoga hen do – or a…

By Eva Kristlova

Healthy nutrition hacks

Boost your daily nutrition intake with these simple tricks. By Jenya Di Pierro How do you boost daily nutrient intake in the most efficient way? Contrary to…

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Healthy nutrition hacks

Yoga Teacher Training Guide

Yoga Teacher Training Guide 2021 Welcome to OM’s annual yoga teacher training guide. If you’re a yoga student looking to make the leap into teaching then you’re…

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OM in 30 Seconds – June 2021

When the student is ready, the teacher will emerge. If you’re ready to step up to the next level then maybe it’s time to consider yoga teacher…

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Bridging the gap

Bridging the gap to teaching success. By Fenella Lindsell Learning yoga and practicing as a yoga professional are quite different things. Love for the practice will take…

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Bridging the gap

Where can I teach kids yoga?

8 ideas for teaching children’s yoga after you graduate. By Gopala Amir Yaffa Yoga for children has countless benefits. It Improves strength and flexibility, increases self-confidence and…

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Where can I teach kids yoga?

The clean studio

Clean, fresh air for the studio. By John Barker Having endured a year like no other, we are all excited about returning to yoga in the studio…

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The clean studio

Insurance matters

Insurance considerations for yoga teachers and their businesses. By Claire Squire As the UK starts to ease from lockdown restrictions, yoga teachers, many of whom have worked…

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Insurance matters

Being a Kundalini Yoga teacher

What does it mean to become a Kundalini yoga teacher? By Jessica Banks Kundalini Yoga teacher training can be life-changing. The experience of going through the course…

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Being a Kundalini Yoga teacher

You’ve got the style

Developing your own personal teaching style. By Helen Gilhooly So now you are ready to begin your journey as a qualified yoga teacher. You have classes set…

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You’ve got the style

Why choose a yoga speciality

Identify your niche and become a sought-after expert. By Sylvia Barrington There’s something so fulfilling in finding a career that matches your authentic self. The question is:…

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Why choose a yoga speciality

Making a living

Suggestions for increasing your income. By Ram Jain Most of us enter the yoga profession because of our love of yoga and our passion to share it…

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Making a living

Elevate your yoga

Becoming an aerial yoga teacher. By Edel Wigan and Yasmin Strong Aerial yoga is another great area to explore. Add a new dimension to your practice with…

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Elevate your yoga

The business of teaching yoga

How to make a living out of teaching yoga. By Leo Cosendai So, you’ve got your certificate, or perhaps you’re planning ahead before even enrolling? Right, so…

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The business of teaching yoga

Be a baddass: own your own studio

The highs and lows of yoga studio ownership. Five tips for success. By Hannah Glancy This is not an option for the faint hearted. Be warned. You…

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Be a baddass: own your own studio

THE HARD YARDS

What really happens on a YTT. By Jac Godfrey Teacher training is a journey. Like any epic journey, your path is not likely to be smooth and…

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THE HARD YARDS

Making yoga a part of your life

Integrating your yoga learnings into your way of life. By Louisa Craig Before you make the commitment to become a yoga teacher, you should have already integrated…

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Making yoga a part of your life

Core skills

What are the core skills you need on your teacher training course? By Claire Rodgers and Anthea Simpson Becoming a yoga teacher is not the end but…

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Core skills

Student survival guide

Key tips on getting through a YTT. By Beverley Nolan Teacher training courses come in different shapes and sizes and you’ll be looking for something that not…

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Student survival guide