Kate Moss Eat Your Heart Out In Berlin

Kate Moss Eat Your Heart Out In Berlin

Over the past decade, Berlin's become a pillar of the fashion, Art, Design and music worlds, not just keeping up with, but setting new trends. A global influx of creative's has turned it into a cauldron of cultural cool that's often compared to New York in the '80's. What draw them is Berlins legendary of tolerance, openness and experimentation infused with an edgy undercurrent that gives this eternally unfinished city its street cred.



I went to Berlin to study the new expansion system GYROKINESIS® and Yoga, The diversity and expression of the city was greatly expressed in these art forms. Kate Moss lookalike Anke Hauerstein led me through the GYROKINESIS® Pre training. Anke is a former dancer and studied in New York at the Martha Graham School Of Contemporary Dance.

What is GYROKINESIS®
A movement system that gently works the entire body opening energy pathways through rhythmic, spiraling movements. Fluid movements that feel like dance are smoothly and harmoniously connected through the use of breath, utilizing low stools and mats. All fitness levels, from novice to professional, can benefit from this system



Berlin Art Attack View my latest photos
Stencils, Paste-ups, Throw-ups, Burners, Bombings, Pieces, Murals, Installations and 3-d Graffiti are the magic words in street art, Describing styles and techniques that have little to do with vandalism, tagging and illegal scrawls. With no shortage of vacant buildings, weedy lots and artists of all stripes sometimes it seems as though all of Berlin has become a canvas. Some of the hottest names in street art have left their mark on local walls, including Banksy, Os Gemeos, Romero, Swoon, Flix. Pure Evil, Miss Van and Italian artist blu



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What Is Yoga?

Yoga Drop In Classes (Paid on night to Teacher)

St Helens United Reformed Church
King Street
St Helens
Merseyside
WA10 1BQ

Wednesdays 6:30 - 8:00pm, Cost £7.00, Level 1 & 2

Thursdays 6:30 - 7:30pm, Cost £5.00 Level 1

What Is Yoga?

The word yoga means "union" in Sanskrit, the language of ancient India where yoga originated. We can think of the union occurring between the mind, body and spirit.

What is commonly referred to as "yoga" can be more accurately described by the Sanskrit word asana, which refers to the practice of physical postures or poses.

Asana is only one of the eight "limbs" of yoga, the majority of which are more concerned with mental and spiritual well being than physical activity. In the West, however, the words asana and yoga are often used interchangeably.

Yoga Poses
Many people think that yoga is just stretching. But while stretching is certainly involved, yoga is really about creating balance in the body through developing both strength and flexibility. This is done through the performance of poses or postures, each of which has specific physical benefits. The poses can be done quickly in succession, creating heat in the body through movement (vinyasa-style yoga) or more slowly to increase stamina and perfect the alignment of the pose. The poses are a constant, but the approach to them varies depending on the tradition in which the teacher has trained.

Yoga Practice
Yoga teachers will often refer to "your practice," which means your individual experience with yoga as it develops over time. The amazing thing about yoga is that your practice is always evolving and changing, so it never gets boring. Although the poses themselves do not change, your relationship to them will. Anyone can start a yoga practice, even if you don't feel like you are very flexible or very strong. These things will develop over time. Another great thing about thinking about "your practice" is that it encourages the noncompetitive spirit of yoga. One of the most difficult, but ultimately most liberating things about yoga is letting go of the ego and accepting that no one is better than anyone else. Everyone is just doing their best on any given day.

Yoga Classes
In addition to practicing the poses, yoga classes may also include instruction on breathing, call and response chanting, meditation, or an inspirational reading by the teacher. The variety and amount of this will depend on the individual teacher and the yoga tradition in which he or she has trained. Typically, a yoga class at a gym will be more focused on the purely physical benefits of yoga, while one at a yoga center may delve more into the spiritual side. Some people find that the physical practice of yoga becomes a gateway into a spiritual exploration, while others just enjoy a wonderful low-impact workout that makes them feel great. Whatever your tendency, you will be able to find a yoga class that suits your style.

Nordic Walking Visits Anthony Gomley Statues

Sunday 7th August, 10:00am - 12:00am Crosby Lakeside Adventure Center

Cost £6 (Including pole hire)

£3 (Bring your own poles)

Schedule:

10:00am : Meet at Carpark, Set poles up & Warm up

10:30am : Proceed to sand dunes practicing technique and drills

11:15am : Nordic walking on the beach (barefoot option)

11:45am : Nordic walk back to Carpark

(Total Duration: 2hrs)

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Limited Spaces subject to pole availability

Nordic walking is an exciting new outdoor walking technique using specially designed walking poles.

It is one of the fastest growing recreational fitness sports in the world.

Come and try it. Book a Nordic Walking club training session with us where you can learn the first four stages which will get you safely and comfortably walking with the poles. Nordic walking club sessions last two hours and the price of £6 per person includes hire of the Gabel Nordic Walking poles.

Call 01744-751115 for details of when and where the next session will be.

For the general exerciser, Nordic Walking burns on average 20% more calories than normal walking at the same speed, plus most people find it makes walking more comfortable*

More calories burnt, for less effort

* Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport. 73 (3), 296-300. September 2002

Originating from summer training for cross-country skiers, Nordic Walking works your upper and lower body at the same time. It strengthens the back, legs and arms, and reduces neck and shoulder tension - all this while improving the health of your heart and lungs.

You can gain all these health benefits, and more, while Nordic Walking with your friends.

Exercise intensity is determined by upper body effort so people of differing fitness levels can walk and talk together, while working to their own level with Nordic Walking.


There are three levels to Nordic Walking, how far you want to take it depends on your level of physical condition and your aims.

The different levels and individual programmes are appropriate for rehabilitation, health purposes, weight management, improving physical condition, relaxing and recovering.

Level 1 for Health

Level 2 for Fitness

Level 3 for Sports

Using Gabel Nordic Walking poles strengthens the large muscles of the back that pull down the shoulder blades, significantly reducing neck and shoulder tension. Gabel Nordic Walking poles have specially designed straps (different from normal walking poles), which allow you to release the grip as you push forward. With good Nordic Walking technique squeezing and releasing the grip through the stride strengthens the muscles of the wrist and this can reduce symptoms of RSI (repetitive stress injury).

When Nordic Walking, the increased use of the upper body reduces the load on your knees, allowing you to exercise with much more comfort than normal walking or jogging.

Nordic Walking is an ideal cross-training exercise technique and addition to your regular programme. Scientific studies of high intensity Nordic Walking** have demonstrated heart rate levels reaching 75% of maximal values while participants were still walking. Running with Exel Nordic Walking poles allows you to turn up the intensity even further.



Try Nordic Walking while wearing a heart rate monitor. The lowered rate of perceived exertion (RPE) felt with Nordic Walking means you might be surprised at just how hard your heart is working, while you are feeling relatively comfortable. This whole body muscular activity, high heart rate response and yet lowered RPE found with Nordic Walking means you can work at a higher intensity, for longer and with more ease than in many other types of training techniques - ideal cross-training.



* Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport. 73 (3), 296-300. September 2002
** Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise. 33 (5), S496. May 2001



Nordic Walking Barefoot



Leaving your footprints along a wet sandy beach is one of the purest pleasures of the summer. It also happens to be one of the best workouts. Even just a few beach runs strengthens your ankles, arches, and all other below-the-knee muscles more than running on harder surfaces. It's so good for you that coaching legend Bob Sevene encourages his Big Sur Distance Project elite runners to run, walk, and even do "hill" repeats on sand several times a week. "Running on sand develops power throughout your lower body," says Sevene. "It requires you to generate more force and work through a fuller range of motion, from your ankles to your hip flexors and arms."

That extra effort pays off: Several studies have found that running on sand consumes more energy than running on asphalt--burning 1.6 times more calories per mile. There's also much less impact force when you run on sand. The dry, soft stuff is the kindest to the legs. But it's also much harder to run in, making 10-minute miles feel like speedwork. Because of the added difficulty, your first beach runs of the summer should be done in running shoes in the hard, wet sand next to the water.

On that harder-packed surface, the rules of road-running form apply--keep your head up and your back comfortably straight, and land midfoot. But the poor traction of soft sand forces you to run more on the balls of your feet, lean your body farther

Boutique Nordic Walking/Pilates/Yoga Retreat In Charante

Boutique Yoga/Pilates/Nordic Walking Retreats In France

Friday 30th September - Sunday 2nd October 2011

Or

Friday 7th October - Sunday 9th October 2011

£195 all inclusive



Join Northwest Pilates & Yoga for wonderful Pilates Holidays & Yoga Retreats in Southwest France. Improve your core strength and flexibility along with re-education of the body's musculature, fascia, and movement patterns; allowing your body to achieve its natural alignment and support. Set amongst the rolling countryside of the Charente participate with daily Yoga/Pilates practice, pranayama, meditation, swimming, gentle strolls or bike rides, truly delicious food and the occasional siesta... Plug in, renew and relax.

Pilates & Yoga on your Pilates Holidays & Yoga Retreat

This will be a fun and energising Pilates Holiday & Yoga Retreat, suitable for practioners of all levels. Through a varied practice we will have the opportunity to explore Yoga/Pilates in its fuller sense. There are times in life when we need to let go, relax and unwind, others when we look to energise and reconnect with the bigger picture. Our moods, the stresses of life, the seasons and many other factors can affect how we feel. Pilates & Yoga enables people to detect and correct imbalances that relate to stress, nutrition, learning problems, minor injuries and other issues they meet in their daily life.

During this Pilates Holiday & Yoga Retreat week we will look at ways in which we can use our Yoga/Pilates to improve our everyday living. You will leave with restored energy levels, a renewed vibrancy and a relaxed mind and body. Reconnect with your inner light and experience body brightness.

You will do your daily Pilates & Yoga practice in an 8 x9 meter barn that has been beautifully transformed in to a Yoga studio with solid oak floors and a dramatic tented ceiling. Sunlight floods the space from three huge windows with panoramic views of the countryside.

Accommodation on your Pilates Holidays & Yoga Retreat

Though decorated and furnished in a simple style, the finish and details gives each room a luxury feel. All rooms have views over the rolling countryside and windows covered with blue shutters. Fine, crisp bed linen and super soft towels are standard for every guest.



Food is very important at Les Passeroses and of course, healthy and delicious. All meals are home cooked and vegetarian.

Wine is available for purchase with dinner.

Alex has worked with food for nearly 20 years, firstly training to be a Chef in some of the best restaurants in Manchester and Cheshire including The Lime Tree and The Alderley Edge Hotel.

Food on your Pilates Holidays & Yoga Retreats

He has also set up several kitchens and his own vegetarian food business.

There is a small kitchen area available for students to use where tea and coffee is provided.

A local English therapist Jan Randall will arrange appointments for her wonderful treatments. Jan offers blissful Aromatherapy Massages, Reflexology and Therapeutic Massage and hot stones!

Massage and Treatments on your Pilates Holidays & Yoga Retreat

Our qualified English therapist, Jan, will meet your group to discuss individual needs and create a timetable of therapies. A short walk into the garden will bring you to her charming chalet, the interior painted in soothing blue.

You can choose from -

Aromatherapy Massage
Hot Stones
Deep Tissue Massage
Reflexology
Swedish Massage
Back and Shoulder Massage

Prices range from 28 to 55 euros.

Sample Timetable

Friday

3.00-6.00pm - Arrival & Lunch

7.00pm - Dinner

9.00-10.30pm-Yoga/Pilates by Candlelight

Saturday

8.00-10.00am -Fusion Flow class including morning meditation

10.15am-Breakfast Free Time - For Massage, walks, bike ride etc

2.00pm-Lunch Free Time-For Massage etc

4.00pm-Chai & Tiffin

5.00-7.00pm Yoga/Pilates Fusion class

7.30pm-Dinner

9.30pm -Yoga Nidra, Pranayama, Meditation

Sunday

8.00-10.00am - Fusion Flow class including morning meditation

What people said from our last trip.

"Exceptionally well organised and thought out weekend - the "themed" approach worked really well" - Mark & Sue Ashcroft

"Really enjoyed the Yoga, as very new to twin practice. Very challenging to the mind and body picked up a few new tips for my own Pilates teaching practice, Also I would integrate some of your Yoga into my classes" - Susanne Wharton

"The practice and meeting people of the same mindset" - Eileen Jackson

"Brilliant, Stretching, Confidence building and inspirational. The mix of single and partner work brings the best out of people and provides food for thought" - Shirley Deveney

"Fantastic - My body is more open and stretched I found it brilliantly valuable to be guided through the teaching theme of each session, Body and mind worked well together as a result" - Clare Sumner

"I thoroughly enjoyed the whole Yoga/Pilates aspect of the weekend the fusion of both was great the breathing was a good addition" - Tabitha Moses

"Delicious and very generous portions" - Emma & Tricia Buckle

"It was a really nice holistic weekend combining all the elements - Work, Relaxation, Teaching, Therapies and downtime. Everything was lovely" - Carl Powner

"Thought provoking, Relaxing, Not too strenuous, thoroughly enjoyed it. I was amazed at the things I could do, would never have thought some of them possible" - Julie Roscoe

"Relaxing in the group, Making new friends and achieving a higher level of fitness" - Isla Conaen

"Challenging exercise and good company" - Graham Williams

"Enjoyed the seamless mixture of both Pilates & Yoga, The varied levels of exercise, Teaching technique and good for the budget" - Olivia Greenberg