Practice

For a while now, researchers have studied the effect yoga can have on breast cancer patients during the treatment process.

Although most yoga classes in studios and at gyms are strong and dynamic, it is equally important to include Restorative poses in your practice. The practice is especially beneficial for times when you are feeling tired, or under the weather.

In mindfulness training, the Three Minute Breathing Space is taught as a practical, effective tool to manage stress, feel more centred - and, as we come out of Automatic Pilot, be more in control of our responses. 

Camel Pose, or Ushtrasana, is the Queen of back bends - this classic pose is strong, elegant and inspiring.

The delicate knee joint is at risk in some yoga asanas. But if alignment is correct, and the poses are modified were necessary, yoga can be tremendously healing for the knees, says Sally Parkes.