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Short notes on the back, neck, mobility and a calmer relationship with the body — in plain language, no jargon.

Back

Lower back pain after work: where to start?

Tired, tense lower back after a day at the desk? Skip the hard stretching and try these two gentle steps from an Iyengar yoga teacher in Nice.

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Sleep

How to help the body relax after a demanding day

Struggling to switch off in the evening? A calming breath and Supta Baddha Konasana with props help the body let go of the day’s tension.

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Yoga

What sets Iyengar yoga classes apart?

Precision, props and a gradual approach: what actually happens in an Iyengar yoga class, and why it suits beginners and people with back issues.

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Neck

How to ease tension in the neck and shoulders?

Neck tension often starts in the shoulders. Learn how proper use of the arms eases it, plus a simple wall exercise you can do at home.

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Yoga

At what age can you start yoga?

You can start yoga at any age — at 30, 50 or 70. What matters is choosing the right style and a teacher who adapts the practice to you.

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Pilates

What is Pilates and why practise it?

Pilates is a method created by Joseph Pilates for strength, posture and a healthy back. Its key principles, its benefits and how we combine it with yoga.

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Yoga

What is Iyengar yoga and what makes it special?

Iyengar yoga is a method created by B.K.S. Iyengar, known for precision, a gradual approach and props. How it began and why it spread worldwide.

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Sleep

How to help yourself fall asleep

Good sleep depends on the ability to relax. How yoga calms the nervous system, plus a simple Savasana relaxation to help you fall asleep.

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Yoga

Why use props in yoga?

Blocks, straps, bolsters and chairs aren’t a shortcut. How yoga props help you practise more precisely, safely and deeply — the Iyengar way.

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Posture

A simple exercise for upright posture

Good posture isn’t about holding your back rigidly straight. A simple wall exercise to feel the natural curves of the spine and stand taller every day.

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