Hey Tired Yogi,

I hope you’re having a lovely day.

This week I have a delicious back stretch for you. It’s done from hands and knees and is just a treat for your whole spine.

I’ve needed this today as I’ve spent the day driving which always give me a tight back, so I thought I’d share it with you too.

I hope you enjoy it!

Much Love,

Jo xx

PS If anyone has…

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Hey Tired Yogis,

Well that’s it.

January has well and truly begun. I have finished the last of my Christmas chocolates and the house feels so empty without the decorations (how good does that first vacuum clean feel after you’ve taken them down though? One of the hidden joys of the season in my opinion).

But don’t fear, we’ve got plenty of cosy, do-as-you-are yoga coming up in the near future at Yoga for Tired People.

But first, a big thank you to everyone who attended the Soul Restore Circle last night, it’s always a pleasure to see you 🥰 such a joy.

This week’s session is one for you to do again and again, it’s just a simple five minutes for the morning to put you in the right frame of mind and body to go into your day.

As it’s the first Monday of the month this session is available for everyone to do so feel free to share with anyone you think might enjoy it.

And don’t forget to comment and let me know how you found it,

Have a wonderful day,

Much Love,

Jo x

PS We’ve got a couple of monthly spaces opened in the Zoom Studio opened up for anyone who’s had their eye on a spot. You can find more info here

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Hey Tired Yogis,

Have you ever felt like the world is moving too fast? Maybe your mind is racing, your energy feels scattered, or you just need a moment to reset. Let me share a simple yet powerful technique: Box Breathing Meditation.

What is Box Breathing?

Box breathing is a mindfulness technique designed to calm the nervous system and bring clarity to your thoughts. It’s called “box” because the rhythm is structured like a square: equal parts inhaling, holding, exhaling, and pausing.

Think of it as a mental reset button. Whether you're dealing with stress, need focus, or just want to feel grounded, this practice works wonders in just five minutes.

Why It Works

* Activates the Parasympathetic Nervous System: This technique calms your body’s fight-or-flight response, helping you feel more at ease.

* Focuses the Mind: By concentrating on the rhythm, it’s easier to let go of distractions.

* Improves Breathing Awareness: Intentional breathing helps you tune into your body, improving oxygen flow and reducing stress.

Try It Today!

Here’s how you can start your own 5-minute box breathing practice:

* Find a quiet space and set a timer for 5 minutes.

* Sit comfortably with your back straight.

* Follow the 4-4-4-4 pattern. (You can count in your head or use the meditation above.)

* Notice the sensations as you breathe.

* Remember this is your practice, build up slowly and it’s totally fine to change the count if it feels too hard. It’s not a competition.

Share Your Experience

Have you tried box breathing? I’d love to hear how it works for you! Just leave a comment letting me know

Here’s to finding calm in just five minutes! 🌿

Take a breath,Jo

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Hey Tired Yogis,

I am going on holiday next week which I am very excited for, but it does mean I have spent the day running around like a blue arsed fly trying to work out what I need to pack, sort for the cats, and plan so that things run smoothly when I am away.

It’s a nice problem to have but I have been reminded of how much I rely on my yoga practice to keep my mind from just rattling away from me.

And in particular I have been using the Slow down, Turn in, Let go meditation today.

This is something I’ve developed over the years and is a combination of lots of different practises put together, and it’s super easy and quick.

You simply:

Slow down, Turn in, Let goSlow down and arrive in the momentTurn in and let yourself be as you areLet go of any pressure you’ve been putting on yourself.

And you repeat as often as needed.

I hope you enjoy!

Love

Jo xx

PS

This Mondays Yoga for Tired People is a soothing face massage for stress relief and tension headaches so keep an eye on your inbox.

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Hi Tired Yogis,

I thought we could spend some time today talking about your BAPs.And no, I don’t mean your bread buns (or anything rude!) I mean your Back, Abs and Pelvic Floor.

Otherwise known as your Core muscles.

These muscles work together to keep you upright and stable, but often because of postural or behavioural habits we can develop imbalances, where one group of muscles work that little bit harder than the other groups.

This is a very common cause of lower back tightness, a weakness in the pelvic floor or abs cause the lower back to tighten in order to stabilise the trunk. And no matter how much you stretch your lower back, it won’t unclench until the root cause is fixed.

So to counter this it’s important that we make sure our abs and pelvic floor are firing and strong.

Now traditionally a lot of core work is done lying on our backs, these exercises are great but it’s also good to practise exercises standing up as this is the position that we will mostly be using our muscles in day to day life and it helps to build the brain body connection.

Also exercising in this way is a lot more accessible, as we can just do a little bit throughout our day rather than having to make time to lie down.

So pop the kettle on and while you’re waiting for it to boil give this 5 minute routine a go.

Until next time, keep breathing, keep stretching, and keep smiling. 🌸

Warmest regards,

Jo

PS

I had such a wonderful holiday in Majorca last week, it had me dreaming of an Island getaway yoga retreat next year. So while I’m in the planning stages do let me know where your ideal location for a retreat would be.

A Friendly Reminder

Before you begin any new yoga practice or exercise routine, I highly recommend consulting with your healthcare provider. It’s important to ensure that these activities are suitable for you, especially if you have any pre-existing health conditions. Engaging in yoga carries some risk of physical injury, and by participating, you agree to do so voluntarily and assume all associated risks.

Yoga for Tired People - One short yoga routine a week delivered to your inbox. To do as you are, no need to get out your mat or change your clothes.

If I said to you that I meditated for four minutes every day, you’d probably not think that was very much.

Now if I told you I spent 24 hours of every year in meditation. Well that would seem like a long time, a meditation worthy of Master Shifu from kung fu panda.

And the wild thing is that 4 minutes a day over a year adds up to 24 hours, that’s an entire day and night meditating from less time than it takes to watch the adverts in Corrie.

Small actions compound over time.

You may not have time to sit for 20 minutes two times a day, but I bet you can find a snapshot of four minutes.

So I hope you enjoy this meditation, it’s simple but very effective.

If you do it don’t forget to comment, as I enjoy it very much when you do.

Much Love!

Jo xx

Yoga for Tired People has a soft paywall, that means all the sessions are available to everyone regardless of circumstance, but this can only happen due to the generosity and love from the people who can afford it.I know that this model makes very little financial sense, and that I should just charge market rate but I really do believe that the people who can afford to and get benefit from the sessions will support to keep Yoga for Tired People thriving.

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Stop! It’s posture reset a clock.Just swooping on in as a reminder to do a little stretch.Give me a comment if you joined in 🥰

A Friendly Reminder

Before you begin any new yoga practice or exercise routine, I highly recommend consulting with your healthcare provider. It’s important to ensure that these activities are suitable for you, especially if you have any pre-existing health conditions. Engaging in yoga carries some risk of physical injury, and by participating, you agree to do so voluntarily and assume all associated risks.

I’ve been buzzing around like a blue arsed fly today, running from one errand to the next with my brain going 10 the dozen.

And then I remembered. I can only do one thing at a time.

That the hurry I’m bringing to the task is coming from inside me. And that it’s possible to be busy and have a full day without adding extra pressure on myself.

This is something I’ve learnt, and remembered about 100 billion times in my life so far, and I’m sure I’ll have to learn it again another 100 billion times in my lifetime ahead.

But for now I’m enjoying this breath and moment of calm.

And I hope you are too. 🌸

(I’m just sending this out again as this video format is a bit easier to watch)

A Friendly Reminder

Before you begin any new yoga practice or exercise routine, I highly recommend consulting with your healthcare provider. It’s important to ensure that these activities are suitable for you, especially if you have any pre-existing health conditions. Engaging in yoga carries some risk of physical injury, and by participating, you agree to do so voluntarily and assume all associated risks.

Thank you for joining me on this beautiful journey. Your dedication to learning and growing through yoga is truly inspiring. Remember to comment and I’ll comment right back.

Until next time, keep breathing, keep stretching, and keep smiling. 🌸

Warm regards,

Jo

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Well you should be so proud of yourself because you’ve made it all the way to class 5.

It’s been so wonderful going on this journey with you, reading all the comments on the classes has been the highlight of my week.

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A Friendly Reminder

Before you begin any new yoga practice or exercise routine, I highly recommend consulting with your healthcare provider. It’s important to ensure that these activities are suitable for you, especially if you have any pre-existing health conditions. Engaging in yoga carries some risk of physical injury, and by participating, you agree to do so voluntarily and assume all associated risks.

Thank you for joining me on this beautiful journey. Your dedication to learning and growing through yoga is truly inspiring. Remember to comment and I’ll comment right back.

Until next time, keep breathing, keep stretching, and keep smiling. 🌸

Warm regards,

Jo