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Yoga, movement, and mindful living — thoughts on practice, postnatal and pregnancy yoga, and everyday wellbeing.
January 29, 2026
Balancing Kapha in Winter
Improve your energy, clarity, and motivation this winter Winter can feel heavy. Shorter days, colder weather, and less natural movement can leave us sluggish, foggy, and low on motivation. From an Ayurvedic perspective, this makes sense. Winter tends to increase kapha dosha, the energetic combination of earth and water that governs structure, stability, and nourishment […]
November 7, 2025
The Power of Posture
Our posture tells the story of how we move through life. It’s not just about standing tall or sitting straight, it’s about the relationship between body, breath and mind. The way we carry ourselves influences how we think, feel, and interact with the world.
September 4, 2025
Getting Back Into Your Practice After Summer
If you’re returning to your mat after a break, you’re not alone. September is a natural time of transition. The energy shifts: children go back to school, work schedules become steadier, and we start craving a little more structure. This makes it the perfect moment to reset your practice.
July 11, 2025
Tara’s top 10 Essentials for Holidays
Summer holidays often mean a break from routine, which can be both a gift and a challenge. I love the space that holidays offer, but I also know how easy it is to let go of the small daily rituals that help me feel grounded, energised, and well.
May 15, 2025
Yoga and the Wisdom of the Elements
In both yoga and Ayurveda, the elements are regarded as the fundamental building blocks of nature and the human body. Earth, water, fire, air and ether are not just poetic concepts but powerful lenses through which we can better understand ourselves.
March 6, 2025
Awakening from Winter—Yoga for the Spring Transition
As we find ourselves on the cusp of this new season, spring is a time of renewal, growth, and fresh energy. While nature begins to bloom, we too, may feel the call to shake off the heaviness of winter and step into a lighter, more vibrant state.
February 14, 2025
Self Acceptance
In the journey of life, we often find ourselves striving for external achievements, validation, and acceptance. Yet, one of the most profound and fulfilling journeys we can undertake is the inward path toward self-acceptance.
October 31, 2024
Finding Balance: A Unique Convergence of Halloween and Diwali Through an Ayurvedic Lens
This past October 31st brought a rare and beautiful fusion of Halloween and Diwali—a convergence that last happened in 1944.
October 3, 2024
Letting Go with Apana Vayu and the Autumn Equinox
In yoga, the practice of letting go aligns with Apana Vayu, one of the five vital winds (vayus) that direct energy within our bodies.
September 5, 2024
Tips for settling back into your routine this September
Start your day with intention. Incorporating just 10-15 minutes of yoga in the morning can set a positive tone for the rest of your day.
August 8, 2024
Travel Yoga Guide: Stay Balanced on the Move
Traveling can disrupt your usual yoga practice, but with a little creativity and planning, you can maintain your routine no matter where you go.
July 18, 2024
Enhance Your Yoga Practice with Props
Props in yoga help make poses more accessible, allowing practitioners to experience the full benefits of each asana without compromising on form.
June 19, 2024
The Importance of Strength and Mobility
As we age we want to ensure we focus on optimal movement for physical health. By cultivating a combination of strength and mobility, our bodies are able to thrive.
May 30, 2024
Boost Your Brain, Reduce Stress, and Reverse Aging using the power of Yoga
Michael Mosley’s recent podcast for BBC Sounds dives deep into the myriad benefits of yoga, revealing how this ancient practice can transform your health
April 17, 2024
Unraveling the Psoas and Hip Flexors
In the dynamic landscape of yoga, certain muscles quietly hold immense power and potential. Among them, the psoas and hip flexors stand out as unsung heros.
March 7, 2024
Yamas and Niyamas in the Journey of Womanhood
As we honour the women and mothers around us during this special week, let’s draw inspiration from the timeless wisdom of the Yamas and Niyamas.
December 19, 2023
Just breathe – Prenatal yoga breathing techniques
Not only will prenatal yoga breathing techniques help you relax and relieve anxiety, they are a great way of preparing for childbirth
October 27, 2023
Boost your immunity with yoga
Yoga has been practised for centuries and is well known for its remarkable health benefits. One of the unique things about this ancient practice is that it connects the body, mind, and spirit.
September 7, 2023
A Guide to Mobility and Flexibility
We often hear about the terms mobility and flexibility and although they are related they are slightly different concepts.
August 10, 2023
A Guide to Postnatal Yoga
Bringing a new life into the world is a beautiful journey, but it’s one that comes with its own set of challenges and changes, both physically and emotionally. As a new mother, taking care of yourself is as important as taking care of your baby.
June 15, 2023
Iced Matcha smoothie recipe
As the days get warmer, there’s nothing quite like a cool, refreshing drink to beat the heat, right? Well, do I have the perfect solution for you! Today, you’ll be creating the ultimate summer companion: an Iced Matcha Smoothie.
June 15, 2017
Yoga for flying high by Tara Lee [film]
There’s nothing comfortable or comforting about hurtling through the air squashed, strapped down, confined to a tiny seat, 40,000 feet high in the sky! It’s likely to be challenging…
June 7, 2017
How to: Perfect Savasana [Film]
One of the things I like best about yoga is the promise of savasana at the end of each session, of being able to lie on the floor, to completely let go and absorb the effects of the practice…
June 2, 2017
Want To Glow With Solar Radiance Even When It’s Raining? – How Yoga Can Help
Wet weather leaving you sluggish? A little flat? Show some trust in the sun and you’ll be amazed by the energy and vibrancy that’s beamed your way (bonus points…
February 26, 2017
Meet Tara Lee – No 1 Best Selling Yoga Teacher DVDS
Spa it Girl chatted exclusively with Tara Lee from Tara Lee Yoga one of UK’s Leading Yoga Teachers to find out her Health and Wellness Tips plus…
February 15, 2017
Crossing Your Legs While Coughing and Sneezing? How Yoga Can Help
After giving birth many women are shocked to discover that their pelvic floor muscles have weakened and are suddenly difficult to feel.
January 20, 2017
Feeling Gloomy? Here’s A Yoga Sequence To Cheer You Up
For many of us, winter is a time of darkness and cold, which can infiltrate our emotions and mood. If we habitually look to external factors to bring us happiness…
January 16, 2017
Feeling Blue – How Yoga Can Help
It’s Blue Monday, a name given to a day in January (typically the third Monday of the month) reported to be the most depressing day of the year and the worst month for suicides.
December 7, 2016
Capturing the Moment – How Yoga Can Help
I am standing on a beach in Burma, gazing through a lens at a tree emerging from the water. The tree seems to be defying the laws of nature.
November 11, 2016
Feeling Uncomfortable in Your Pregnancy? How Yoga Can Help
Growing a baby is such an incredible process and yet pregnancy can be a challenging time for our bodies. You may be someone who sails through effortlessly…
May 5, 2016
5 Yoga Poses For Better Digestion
Did you know that according to Ayurveda, your state of health and even longevity are inextricably linked to your agni? This Sanskrit term agni is one of the most vital…
September 8, 2013
Preparing For Birth – How Yoga Can Help
As her big day draws near Kate will be feeling both excited and nervous as she prepares for the birth of the royal baby. It has been reported that Kate has been using yoga to help her through her pregnancy.
June 15, 2013
Pregnancy in the Second Trimester – How Yoga Can Help
The second trimester of pregnancy and what a relief to be out of the dark tunnel of lethargy and nausea and finally have energy again.
April 13, 2013
Staying Warm – How Yoga Can Help
It’s February, not my favourite month, and I’m trying to find ways to generate warmth from within, to establish an inner glow. It might look dark and dismal outside…




