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Jen Hollins Yoga and Wellbeing

I am a Yoga Alliance 200 hour Vinyasa and Restorative Yoga teacher based in Shropshire.

My classes are tailored to suit all individuals, whether you’re a beginner or more experienced looking to deepen an established practice.

10/10/2023

Bridge pose

Back-bending poses are a great visual representation of opening the heart

Physically when practiced over time they will help increase healthy flexibility and mobility of the spine, and strengthen the integral muscles in the back of the body used for functional movement, posture and support. Not to mention giving an incredible stretch to the muscles in the front of the body; the chest, shoulders and abdomen

Extending far beyond the physical, heart opening poses create the right conditions within the body to offer transformative emotional freedom and release; helping to reduce stress and anxiety, providing relief from depression, improving self-confidence and increasing our openness to give and receive love

Physically opening the heart takes us outside of our comfort zone and can create an emotional vulnerability within that may feel uncomfortable. So if you are new to practicing this type of asana the key is to be gentle and remain mindful of these feelings

If you’re a beginner start gently with cow pose or cobra pose, or perhaps by supporting a stronger backbend with some props

01/02/2023

Just a gentle reminder from me to you that although it can sometimes feel like it, January isn’t the be all and end all ❤️

Don’t feel disheartened if you haven’t achieved all of the goals you set yourself for January (and let’s be honest, we’re all guilty of being a bit unrealistic with our expectations) 💔

Just reset, reframe, be consistent (and maybe a little more realistic) and continue to move forwards positively, in the best way that you know how ✌🏻

And if that all feels a little impossible right now, yoga can be a really great way to help you take a step back and gain the clarity you may need for that change in perspective 🙃

26/12/2022

💫Tuesdays Classes💫
It’s the 27th December- not quite Christmas, Not quite New Year! Jen is coming in specially for a practice tonight to help everyone keep their peace and serenity. This practice will be suitable for everyone and you are most welcome to join❤️

⁣⁣⁣Today’s Classes:
🙏 19.30-20.30 Yoga Flow with Jen

Bookings:⁣⁣⁣⁣
Classes must be booked in advance via our website https://www.yogaliciousonline.co.uk/book-a-class-online⁣⁣⁣
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💫Attending Studio Classes:⁣⁣⁣
Doors open 15 minutes before class & late comers cannot be accommodated sorry. We have all equipment you’re welcome to borrow.
⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ 💫Attending an Online class:⁣⁣⁣
How to join a class:⁣⁣⁣⁣
* Book your class via our website or Mindbody
* Join the class 5 minutes prior to start time on Zoom using your laptop, phone or tablet with an internet connection.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
* Use the meeting code ‪9928980074‬ (there is no password) or this link: https://zoom.us/j/9928980074⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
*Make sure your zoom name matches the name you booked onto the class with as the teacher will check the register prior to admitting you into the class⁣⁣⁣⁣. It’s likely class will start a minute or two late.
* You will be prompted to join with audio, make sure you choose to do this and the teacher will mute your microphone during the class⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
*Please have you camera ON whilst the teacher checks your identity, following this you can then choose to practice with your camera on or off.

24/10/2022

“Calming the mind is yoga, not just standing on the head” ~ Swami Satchidananda

But when life feels a little overwhelming, it never hurts to turn things upside down and give yourself both literally and metaphorically a change of perspective. Practicing inversions (of any form, not just complex headstands!) helps us to break free from habits and cycles and reframe our view on the world; giving us the energy and courage we need to accept change and conquer challenges we come across in everyday life. Not to mention the physical benefits: increasing strength and muscle tone, improving circulation and stimulating both the lymphatic and nervous systems

There’s no need to find a specific ‘inversion’ yoga class… most yoga classes will involve inversions of some sort, whether that’s a downward facing dog or a nice relaxing ‘legs up the wall’ pose

Follow the link in my bio to find out where you can join me on your mat for a yoga flow 🧘🏻‍♀️

21/09/2022

Warrior 3

This pose requires you to strike the perfect balance between grounding and lifting, and balance in any aspect of life is always a challenge!

There are plenty of progressions of this pose, one of the strongest is with the body in this capital T shape, but your version of Warrior 3 may look a little more upright. As always finding your version is key as yoga is about letting go of achieving what may be perceived as the ‘perfect visual shape’ with the body and learning how to access your intuition to guide you towards what feels right. It’s important to quiet the mind and be present with the breath here to help you cultivate such physical awareness and understand the fundamental areas of activation within the body

If you’re new to yoga and building up balance don’t be afraid to start this pose next to a wall or using blocks with fingertips or hand reaching out for that support

Physical benefits: trains the vestibular system responsible for balance and proprioception, stabilises and strengthens knee and ankle joints, tones muscles in the legs, abdomen and back, improves postural alignment

30/08/2022

JD MEMBERS… 👀

Next Monday 5th September is the start of the autumn timetable and we are now back on a Wednesday evening with a yoga flow as well as a Monday!

If you’re a regular to classes please note the time change, now starting 30 minutes earlier than previously

And if you’re not already a regular, maybe this September is the time you decide to see what yoga has to offer you. How about complementing your gym routine with increased mobility, flexibility and range of motion, or simply complementing your lifestyle by helping reduce stress, fatigue and anxiety levels. Stay mindful and take care of your mental health as we start to transition away from the height of summer and into those darker, colder months 🧘

17/08/2022

Diving back into an old favourite…

I remember reading this book for the very first time just before doing my yoga teacher training and it completely transformed everything I thought I knew about yoga

If you have preconceptions about yoga created by social media or what’s currently “trending” that are holding you back from going to classes, I recommend giving this book a go to help leave those ideas behind and explore everything this beautiful practice has the potential to offer you

16/08/2022

Warrior 2/Extended Side Angle Bind

You’ll generally only be guided towards this pose in a strong yoga class as a progression from Warrior 2 or Extended Side Angle pose

Doing plenty of preparatory poses to open the shoulders and the hips will help if you are looking to progress into your bind; these will generally be included as part of the class sequence if the teacher is building to this posture. Using a yoga block can also be a great way to regularly practice sinking low enough in the hips to get you into the correct position to take the bind. As with anything in life, if you set this posture as one of your personal goals, it’s all about that consistent practice to help get you there

P.S. don’t forget to breathe, relax, smile and not take it too seriously!

Physical benefits: deep stretch across the chest, groin, inner thighs and side body, encourages external rotation of shoulder blades, activates and tones abdominal muscles, strengthens legs and stabilises knee and ankle joints

13/08/2022

Warrior 2

This pose offers a lot of versatility in a flow class, you’ll often find it used as a standing base as it’s possible to move into a number of different postures from Warrior 2. But it shouldn’t be underestimated, it requires a lot of strength to hold! Don’t be put off straight away, if you’re new to practice gradually build up the time held as you build up strength in the legs and focus on your alignment

Whilst here you’re encouraged to ground yourself with the focus, strength, stamina and inner resolve of a warrior. Breathing deeply in this pose will energise tired muscles and more importantly keep you calm and present

Physical benefits: develops balance and stability, broadens the chest and opens the lungs to improve circulation and respiration, strengthens leg, arm and core muscles, opens hips

12/08/2022

I’ll let you in on a little secret, the biggest transformation you can expect from yoga isn’t physical 🤫

Each of the postures hold their own physical benefits of course, but physiologically yoga can also help to ease feelings of stress, anxiety and fatigue: inspiring you on a journey towards living with a greater sense of satisfaction, appreciation, abundance and happiness. Find me a better 2 for 1 offer!

Details coming soon about where you can join me for new classes this September 🧘

11/08/2022

Tortoise

As a forward fold, tortoise pose helps to draw your attention away from the outside world and encourages you to feel quiet and centred. A tortoise traditionally symbolises serenity and fortitude; two qualities you’re encouraged to embody and acquire from practicing this pose

Breathe softly into the back, relax your face and shoulders. If you encounter resistance, try to practice patience and allow the breath to help you discover where your body wants to move to

Physical benefits: encourages length of the hamstrings, glutes, pelvic floor and lower back muscles to increase flexibility of the spine and the hips, soothes symptoms of sciatic nerve pain, stimulates abdominal organs to enhance digestion and metabolism, calms the nervous system, lowers blood pressure

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Shrewsbury
Shropshire

Website

http://www.jenhollinsyogaandwellbeing.co.uk/

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