Pranayama For The Doshas
The doshas are known as the three vital energies in Ayurveda. They are a combination of the five elements (earth, water, fire, air and ether) and like the elements they exist in every aspect of [...]
How to Create an Ayurvedic Dinacharya (daily routine)
The essence of Ayurvedic wisdom is about brining ourselves back into balance with Nature. Understanding how to align our body and mind with nature’s rhythms is how we can begin to find harmony. One of [...]
Orange and Poppy Seed Muffins (Gluten & Dairy Free)
These wholesome orange & poppyseed muffins are a Byron Yoga Centre favourite – served regularly at our retreats and always a crowd-pleaser. Not only are they delicious and full of flavour, but they’re also [...]
Ayurvedic Exercise & Movement Tips
Int he last blog on Ayurveda we shared with you tips on nutrition for winter. We explained how we utilise these principals at Byron Yoga Retreat Centre; dishing up warm, nourishing and abundantly spiced meal [...]
How to keep up your Yoga Practice in Winter (With Ayurvedic Support)
Struggling to stay consistent with your yoga practice as the weather cools down?You're not alone. Winter often brings lower energy, tighter muscles, and less motivation to unroll the mat. But with a little seasonal [...]
Christmas Gingerbread Cookies
(Gluten Free & Vegan) Makes 15 small cookies Ingredients: 2 Tbl Coconut oil (melted) 1/3 Cup Tahini 3 Tbl Molasses ¾ Cup Coconut Sugar 2 Flax Eggs (2 Tbls flax + 5 Tbls water whisked [...]
Downward Dog
Downward facing dog, or in Sanskrit, Adho Mukha Svanasana has become a universal icon for yoga. It’s a foundational asana that is common in all styles and traditions of Hatha yoga including Iyengar, Ashtanga, [...]
Chaturanga with Strength
by Andrew Olson As a Physiotherapist one of the most common yoga injuries I see is anterior shoulder pain that has been caused by practicing Chaturanga Dandasana. People generally describe their pain as an ache [...]
Vegan Pad Thai
The 5 Step Vegan Pad Thai that will have your friends begging you for the recipe! (Serves 4) Ingredients 250g pack of Pad Thai noodles 2 carrots, cut into slices 1/2 a cauliflower, cut into [...]