Find your own best body with Strala Yoga, a revolutionary way of being, moving and, yes, healing
Yoga is as much an exercise in mindfulness as it is a physical workout. While you learn how to find your balance and transition gracefully between poses, your daily stresses gradually start to melt away. Tara Stiles is the founder and owner of Strala, a unique style of yoga, focusing on feeling-based movement, placing greater importance on moving in a way that feels good for you than mastering certain poses. In her book Strala Yoga (£14.99, Hay House UK), Tara provides an introduction to Strala Yoga and how its philosophy can help you live a more fulfilling, healthy and happy life.
How Strala Yoga began
When Tara first went to a yoga class, she was part of a troupe of contemporary dancers and was sceptical about the effect yoga could have on her. However, that one class changed her perspective and she started attending classes on a regular basis. For years, Tara was unsure what her purpose in life was, until she realised that following a path of ease could help her find the answers she was looking for.
With this realisation, the concept of Strala Yoga was born. The word ‘Strala’ was originally created by combining the words ‘strength’, ‘balance’ and ‘awareness’. However, Tara later discovered that the word ‘stråla’ already exists in Swedish, meaning ‘to radiate light’ and ‘to smile broadly’. Following a path of ease isn’t necessarily simple, but it will help you release any tension that’s been holding you back. Tara is a prime example of the positive impact practising Strala Yoga can have on your life.
The basic principles
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