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In her words: Lucy Bode of Women’s Health on yoga, Pilates + moving to Byron Bay

Posted January 6, 2020

I’ve just discovered peak bliss. It’s here, mid-way through my second chaturanga, overlooking the waves as the sun rises over Belongil Beach. I’ve been practicing yoga and Pilates on-and-off for a few years now, but it’s only recently that I feel like I’ve finally found my flow. You see, just over 12 months ago, my […]

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A yogi’s guide to Byron Bay: Byron Bay Yoga Essentials

Posted December 4, 2019

Jessica Humphries of Australian Yoga Journal shares her go-to places to practice and shop in our favourite coastal town, Byron Bay. Byron Bay has long been known as a place where people come to be healed, and Yoga in Byron Bay has become something of a cliché. An abundance of natural therapists, peaceful pockets of [...]

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Festive eats: Passionfruit macadamia and coconut slice

Posted December 4, 2019

This gluten-free slice has a macadamia and cashew crust, matched with passionfruit for a crunchy tropical dessert. Recipe by Courtenay Perks, @wholeremedy You'll need: Food processor, 15 x 30 cm (average) rectangular cake/brownie tin, grease proof paper, spatula, sharp knife. Ingredients 1 cup raw cashews 1 cup coconut milk 1/2 cup coconut oil 1/4 cup [...]

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We’re coming to Byron Bay!

Posted November 18, 2019

BodyMindLife is Hinterland bound. So as you may have heard, we have a pretty big announcement to make this month... in early 2020, BodyMindLife is opening our very first studio in Byron Bay! Sydney will always be home but Ferique, Gigi and I have felt called to this spiritual land for some time and with the sudden passing of [...]

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About our Pilates Teacher Training: interview with Stephanie Bedo

Posted November 15, 2019

We sit down with one of our newest Reformer Pilates Teacher Training graduates and news.com.au journalist Stephanie Bedo on the course, and how Pilates has changed her life.  What does an average or not-so-average working week look like for you? I usually start at 10 am and my day involves looking around for news and […]

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How yoga can change your thinking

Posted November 8, 2019

Hooked on a negative thought? Rachael Coopes chats with Wellbeing Magazine out how yoga can help break unsupportive thought patterns, reroute mental circuits and change the way you think.  Sometimes in life you can feel a little stuck. Things simply aren’t flowing: it feels like you’re not making progress with your career, your love life [...]

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Spring greens: pea, spinach and mung bean curry

Posted November 1, 2019

A super quick weeknight dinner to make the most of the season's harvest. Recipe by accredited Nutritionist, Jacqueline Alwill @brownpapernutrition Gluten free : Dairy Free : Sugar free : Vegan SERVES 4 Ingredients: 3 tablespoons coconut oil 4 cloves garlic, roughly chopped 1 small (100g) brown onion, roughly chopped 2 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 [...]

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Pilates Benefits: Five reasons why

Posted October 21, 2019

Since we introduced reformer Pilates to BodyMindLife, it’s been our go-to to advance in yoga, find balance and build long, lean muscles. There are so many reasons to make the practice part of your weekly exercise routine. Here are our top five. 1. You can practice for life  Reformer Pilates is sustainable. In your 20s, […]

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What is Cryotherapy?

Posted October 16, 2019

Everything you need to know about this ancient therapy that’s become the latest sports recovery treatment. The wellness industry is booming with new techniques. From Ayurvedic eating, intermittent fasting and cryotherapy – it’s easy to feel overwhelmed about what works and what doesn’t. Our founder Phil Goodwin is always on the hunt for the best […]

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Roasted cauliflower

Posted September 30, 2019

Roasted whole cauliflower with tahini yoghurt and chermoula A spectacular yet simple dish of roasted cauliflower that’s complimented with creamy yoghurt and a vibrant, lemony and herbaceous chermoula dressing. The addition of pickled red onion finishes the meal perfectly. Serves: 4 Benefits Energy boosting  Healthy digestion  Purely delicious  Ingredients 1 whole cauliflower extra virgin olive [...]

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