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If you feel like your body has been hijacked and you’re just trying to keep your head above water, you are definitely not alone! https://www.steelcityyoga.co.uk/blog-2-1/strong-stable-and-capable-why-you-need-yoga-for-strength monthly 0.5 2026-01-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6672bedfbfcf5c6f03dd2ef9/1769172869237-ZSARQXE6SU7WYAZDLBLB/unsplash-image-erUC4fTtCuo.jpg Blog - Strong, Stable, and Capable: Why You Need "Yoga for Strength Yoga for Strength https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6672bedfbfcf5c6f03dd2ef9/1769172655779-2XD3J4THCL7ZSA09FHKV/unsplash-image-7AoGv85IMFo.jpg Blog - Strong, Stable, and Capable: Why You Need "Yoga for Strength - Come and see how intelligent, breath-centered movement can change how you feel in your body. Class: Yoga for Strength When: Mondays at 10:30 am Where: Stannington Community Centre Who is it for? Anyone looking to build stability and resilience safely—especially recommended for women 40+. Book Your Monday Class Here https://www.steelcityyoga.co.uk/blog-2-1/supporting-women-through-menopause-with-yoga monthly 0.5 2025-11-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6672bedfbfcf5c6f03dd2ef9/1743062059910-UEECN39HMTLP97NTPH0J/Untitled+design.png Blog - Supporting Women Through Menopause with yoga - Why Yoga Helps During Menopause Yoga practice can bring multiple benefits during perimenopause and menopause, supporting both physical and emotional wellbeing: Ease Physical Discomfort Simple postures help release tension in the neck, shoulders, and back, improve circulation, and support bone and joint health—particularly important as estrogen levels decline. Yoga can also help relieve stiffness, encourage proper posture, and maintain core strength, all of which contribute to overall mobility and comfort. Support Emotional Wellbeing Hormonal changes can affect mood and stress levels. Breathwork, mindful movement, and relaxation techniques can help reduce anxiety, improve focus, and create a sense of calm. Developing a regular yoga practice can foster emotional resilience, helping you feel more centred and in control. Improve Sleep and Energy Restorative sequences and pranayama (breathing exercises) can help ease insomnia, night sweats, and restlessness, improving the quality of sleep. Over time, this contributes to more consistent energy levels, making daily life feel less tiring and more manageable. Encourage Self-Awareness Yoga encourages you to tune into your body, notice sensations, and connect with your breath. This heightened awareness can lead to better self-care, a deeper understanding of your needs, and a sense of empowerment during a transformative stage of life. https://www.steelcityyoga.co.uk/blog-2-1/the-history-of-yoga-a-beginners-guide-from-a-viniyoga-perspective monthly 0.5 2025-10-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/6672bedfbfcf5c6f03dd2ef9/1761733190757-5GDZBH8XXEMCUNMGPSBW/unsplash-image-ob_mAn0CO78.jpg Blog - The History of Yoga: A Beginner’s Guide from a Viniyoga Perspective - Ancient Roots of Yoga Yoga began over 5,000 years ago in India. The earliest references appear in the Rig Veda, one of the oldest spiritual texts, where yoga meant a path of discipline and unity—bringing together body, mind, and spirit. Early practices were largely meditative, focused on calming the mind, understanding the self, and connecting with something greater than oneself. 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