Welcome to 2025! In this latest issue of OM Yoga & Lifestyle magazine, we’ve got everything you need to stir your inner yoga fire and power you through the cooler months of winter and into the spring. Make yourself a nice cup of chai, pull up a blank

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Be the very best version of you in 2025 with yoga. Explore wellness and vitality hacks from experts designed to elevate your body, mind and spirit all year long. New Year 2025 Page 24 Meet the winners from our recent OM Yoga Awards. All of your favou

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Was fab to see a man on your front cover again (Adam Husler, Autumn 2024). I know that you have championed guys doing yoga for a long time through the OMFM section, but it was nice to get some extra recognition on the cover as well. Men do yoga too!

NAME: Kelly-Louise Pryce AGE: 31 OCCUPATION: Yoga Teacher YOGA YEARS: 19+ Why did you start yoga? Having grown up in a holistic household (my mother is a reflexologist), I was introduced to yoga and mindfulness long ago. I attended a Kundalini class

Winter is the ideal time to turn inwards, to focus on yourself and give some thought as to what you want to change and release in your behaviour and actions, what you want to focus on, and what no longer serves you. Flower essences are the masters of

As a health conscious coffee drinker, it can sometimes feel like everywhere you turn there’s another mushroom coffee, matcha or other coffee alternative claiming to be better for you than the evil coffee. Each has its own outlandish health claims, bu

Rajas (restlessness, desire, greediness, red). Rajasic activity can be confused with Karma Yoga or godly activities. When the motive behind the activity is linked to personal desires, then selfless service for the world becomes rajasic. There are peo

In today’s fast-paced world, taking time to pause and care for yourself is more essential than ever. A wellbeing retreat offers the perfect opportunity to step away from daily pressures, prioritise your health and reconnect with yourself. When was th

Starting a yoga journey is an exciting and transformative step towards improving your physical and mental wellbeing. Whether you are a complete beginner or looking to boost your practice, having the right props can make all the difference. Yoga-Mad h

The Positive Label is more than a clothing brand; it’s a movement toward mindful living. Born out of a mother-daughter duo’s shared passion for positivity, gratitude and yoga, The Positive Label creates hand-painted, embroidered apparel that empowers

Becoming a yoga teacher is a transformative and fulfilling path, yet it requires more than just a passion for yoga. Many aspiring teachers may feel drawn to the idea of guiding others on their yoga journey, but the reality often involves deep persona

Have you ever had a moment when you’ve cleansed your space or environment, set your intentions, have complete clarity about your goal, but still feel like your manifestation isn’t progressing? A common challenge I see is that most people set an inten

SpiritualSingles.co.uk, a pioneering force in niche online dating, announces its 25th anniversary this March 2025. For a quarter of a century, the platform has been devoted to helping spiritually-minded singles unite with their soul mates, fostering

Qigong works with Chi (life energy), aligning and gathering healing energy from the earth (yin) and the universe (yang). This energy cultivates health and awakens our healer within, connecting us with nature’s beauty — sun, wind, trees, and animals —

The aim of Bioresonance is to bring balance to the mind, body and spirit. Nothing can be guaranteed, yet much can be changed energetically in the body’s energy field. Rachel Bavin from Elemental Balance has many accounts of clients noticing changes a

Yoga has long been celebrated for its mental and physical benefits, but Ellie Firth, a mental health and autism researcher, saw an even greater potential. For her, the realisation that yoga could address movement control, sensory processing and menta

Starting new habits (and sticking with them!) can be tricky as 1st January comes around each year. So why not do it in the company of millions of others? For support, guidance and a large shoulder to lean on, sign up to the ever-growing Veganuary mov

Indulge your culinary creativity with Foodie Flavours’ premium Organic Certified extracts designed for baking perfection. These carefully curated recipe staples are not only ideal for home bakers but also make for delightful gifts with their attracti

As we step into 2025, there’s no better time to align with new, soul-nourishing habits. At Full Power Cacao (fullpowercacao.com), they believe in the magic of mornings — transform the way you greet each day with a heart full of gratitude, purpose and

Welcome back to OM’s anatomy academy. This month we are looking in depth at the fourth pose of the Sun Salutation sequence – Low Lunge Pose (Anjaneyasana). 1. Start in Mountain Pose (the first pose of the Sun Salutation). 2. Inhale and lift your arms

BAM is a B Corp certified British brand that’s been breaking new ground in the world of activewear since 2006 — and OM readers can’t get enough of it. It scooped the Favourite Yoga Clothing Brand award in recognition of the clothing it produces and t

For the second year in a row, your favourite yoga platform/app was Movement For Modern Life (MFML). Its founder, Kat Warrants, said she was “immensely grateful” for the award and thanked supporters. “Our community is so loyal and strong. We’ve been g

The team at HOPE UK were ecstatic when they discovered they had won the Favourite Yoga Charity award. With just three part-time staff in the UK, the small charity works hard to raise the profile of the organisation and the work done for vulnerable st

A new category for 2024, run on our social media channels, Krisztina Juhasz scooped the prize for best yoga photo (pictured here). “I’m thrilled to have won the Best Photo award in OM. As both a yoga photographer and yoga teacher, being featured in t

This year’s Good Karma Award (chosen by awards’ host Neil Patel) went to Lauren Lane, one of the faces behind the Westway Yoga Kilektiv Dana (WYKD). It provides a free, safe space for London’s North Kensington community to practice yoga and meditatio

Your favourite yoga mat brand this year was Manduka. With mats in homes and studios all across the world, we’ve all been on a Manduka mat at some point. Akiko van Leeuwen, of Manduka’s marketing team, said winning the award was a real moment of pride

Lucy Couser was chosen by the OM team as Contributor of the Year for her skilled and prolific writing on all things yoga and her dedicated support for the magazine. Although she was unable to attend the London awards presentation at Alexandra Palace

A former military man has revealed the unlikely hobby that “saved his life” following a harrowing cancer diagnosis: nude yoga. Ricky Gigout served as a medic in the military for 16 years from early 2002, joining almost immediately after the 9/11 atta

Designed to enhance the brain’s natural Gaba, to elevate social experiences and open the door to greater human connection, this non-alcoholic drink features a meticulously crafted blend of botanicals known for their joy-invoking properties. That incl

Oliveto Estate is a beautiful eco-luxe retreat venue located along Italy’s Adriatic Coast. Offering tailored year-round exceptional luxury, five-star services and immersive experiences, if you are dreaming of hosting a retreat, the Oliveto team can h

A waken your spirit where the sea meets the soul in St. Tropez. In the heart of the stunning French Riviera, St. Tropez offers the perfect setting for a transformative experience that combines the power of Kundalini yoga with the tranquil beauty of t

Imagine waking to birdsong in a villa nestled in nature, your drishti taking in the turquoise Caribbean sea during morning yoga. You may be surprised at how easy and affordable it is to get to this piece of paradise, and how magical and transformativ

A retreat isn’t just a holiday; it’s a sacred pause — a chance to step away from the relentless noise of daily life, to slow down, and connect with your authentic self. It’s a chance to nourish your body, mind, and spirit. Here’s why you should consi

Nestled along the stunning Atlantic coast, Paradis Plage offers the perfect escape for those seeking tranquility, adventure and wellness. Immerse yourself in a world of serenity and rejuvenation, where the rhythm of the ocean meets the harmony of yog

Yoga Fix: Functional Movement For A Pain-Free Body Erin Katz DK £14.99 Is your body feeling the strains of modern life? Get rid of those tight hamstrings and that stiff neck with fully photographed step-by-step fixes to help you become more flexible,