Power Yoga Archives - Amanda Rushforth

Yoga Every Damn Day With HOLDEReight

Posted on April 11, 2018

It’s not about being good at something, it’s about being good to yourself… and part of my philosophy on inner happiness is about whether i’ve been able to extend that conscious effort outwards. Homegrown brands like HOLDEReight are a true example of this, balancing functionality with freedom in their eco-friendly collections.

Launching some gorgeous new prints for the summer season, HOLDEReight’s new pieces draw inspiration from the land and sky, these naturally crafted yoga mats envision skyscapes at different times of the day alongside softly lit, feminine botanical designs, all hand-drawn using water painting techniques.

HOLDEReight is keeping true to its environmentally friendly origin – made from 100% natural rubber that’s sustainably sourced, it is also biodegradable. Even the HOLDEReight name represents balance, infinity and wholeness. These yoga mats are beyond comfortable too, at 4mm thick, you get extra support and cushioning than your average mat. There’s also a luxury velvet-y touch to them and with over 15 different designs, you’ll not run out of inspiration.

Don’t worry about them getting dirty too, they’re conveniently machine washable. Also stocked in a whole host of locations across Dubai like; Namshi, Adventure HQ, Urban Yoga Dubai and Hot House Yoga Abu Dhabi… pick your favourite here!

Fitness

Testing Out: Hapi Power Yoga

Posted on April 4, 2017

A cool new hotspot has opened up in Al Serkal (where else) that incorporates two of my favourite things… food and yoga. Hapi is Dubai’s newest power-hangout that houses a mixture of smaller brands, designed to keep you sticking around for longer. With Parkour and a funky new restaurant hosted by local chef, Paul Frangie, to Urban Yoga‘s zen escape upstairs, there’s something for almost every industrial creative in the area.

Not an exaggeration either… though many consider it to be “gym yoga,” Power Yoga is a fitness-based vinyasa practice. An offshoot of Ashtanga Yoga, it has many of the same qualities and benefits, including building internal heat, increased stamina, strength and flexibility, as well as stress reduction.

Whilst all the postures move at a comfortable speed, there’s always room for improvement… with a variety of yogi levels in the class, we’re given options as to our flexibility, confidence and personal practices. Pushing yourself in yoga isn’t about how deep you can lunge, or how far you can bend backwards, it’s about being able to breathe in the postures, not holding your breathe and hoping for the best.