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Qualifications
MSc Biomedical Engineering
University of SouthamptonInsight into the human body, from a biomechanical and medical perspective, providing a basis for me to delve deeper into understanding the body and its systems work.PhD Rehabilitation
Imperial College LondonMy research focussed on physical injury mechanisms, including trauma and amputation, the uniqueness of individuals, understanding different needs and how there is no one size fits all for solving this either. The "e;same"e; diagnosis or condition isn't the same for everybody, showing that200 Hours Yin Yang Training
Hot Yoga EdinburghA foundational yoga course with a functional approach that qualifies me to teach yin and yang styles of yoga with mindful cues with an appreciation for different perspectives, yoga philosophy and anatomy.200 Hours Vinyasa Training
Alba Yoga Academy - (Autumn 2024)A foundational yoga course diving deep into anatomy from a scientific and research perspective, and how yoga and movement can support and sometimes reduce symptoms in the body, whilst being mindful of the origins of yoga and the evolution of the practice to suit modern lifestyles.
Hi, I'm Shruti and I live with Psoriatic Arthritis.
I was diagnosed in 2020, after over 10 years of issues with my body. I'd been doing yoga for years to help my symptoms, building strength and stability and well as a mental calm. It wasn't until after a huge flare up and a lot of muscle wastage did I really start to bring the lessons I learned from yoga off the mat and into my strength training and everyday life.
I don't believe yoga will fix everything, but I do believe yoga can help most both physically and mentally. Hence, The Chronic Yogini was born. I am the Chronic Yogini. I have a chronic disease, I'm chronically trying to reach my goals and I'm chronically fed up that the fitness industry is tailored to people who are healthy. A yogini, in modern times this is typically the term for a female yoga practitioner but going back to its origins yoginis were powerful and sacred forces, incarnates of the goddess Parvati.
I focus on the mind and body benefits of yoga for those recovering from injury, living with chronic conditions, adapting to their changing bodies and those who are injury free and want to stay that way. Literally every body.
My goal is to use my experience living a chronic illness, my knowledge from my academic background and my own yoga journey to create a safe space for you to explore and understand your own body. This then provides the basis for you to build sustainably towards your goals, whatever they may be.
Yoga doesn't have to look or feel a certain way, it is your practice, to take from what you need each and every time you step on the mat. Just like no day is the same, no body is the same. In my classes, I like to give lots of options for you to take what suits you in the moment. I actively encourage questions: learning is a collaborative process, and I welcome challenges as I don't have all the answers (no one does!) I value your curiosity and insights as we follow our own yoga journeys together.
My Approach
Explore
As a yoga teacher, my approach revolves around empowering you through self-enquiry. I firmly believe that you are the expert on your body, and help you on your journey to knowing, understanding and taking action that is best for your body. I hope to create an inclusive and dynamic learning environment.
Listen
Once we know what is happening in our body, we can start to figure out what our unique selves need. What's good for us on one day might not be good on another, likewise what's good for one side of the body might not be for the other. I aim for yoga to be a personalised experience that works for you, seeing myself as a guide and not a dictator during classes. Feel free to take breaks, hydrate, or modify asanas at any point so the practice matches what you need. I provide various options throughout class, including the use of props (whether that's formal yoga equipment or home versions!)
Build
With knowledge of our body and the insight into what that means for us, we can start to push ourselves and work further towards our own functional fitness goals. How we build towards those goals is unique to us, but not out of reach with the information we have of our own changing body.
How I Teach
Function, not Aesthetic.
I embrace a functional approach to my yoga teaching and practice, embracing diversity and uniqueness and challenging the "way it's always been". I emphasise that there is no singular way to do yoga, rejecting the notion that your yoga has to look a certain way or being "Instagram-able", but a tool to help you live your best life.
Empowering, not Dictating.
I encourage you to explore what works for your body each time you step onto the mat and to see yoga as a journey of the mind and body, not a destination. I empower you to understand what you need, which might be different each day, to keep you safe, strong and injury free on and off the mat.
Safe and Inclusive, not Competitive.
My philosophy centres around the idea of taking what serves you and leaving behind what doesn't, allowing for a personalised and adaptable practice. I strive to create a safe and open space for exploration and questioning, fostering an environment where individuals can genuinely understand and connect with their bodies and minds.
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