The Happy Yoga Podcast

Hey Tired Yogi, It’s Mental Health Awareness Week in the UK (12-19th May), and this year the theme is COMMUNITY, which is one of the speciality subjects of our friends over at the Shelf Help Club . Toni has been conducting a series of lives all week exploring this theme and yesterday I was lucky enough to be invited. This was such a fun conversation. Toni is such a lovely host and I am thrilled to...

Guess what? I’ve been quietly working on something that feels a bit tender to say out loud:I’m writing a book! It’s called Yoga for Tired People . Same name as this space—but the book is becoming its own thing. It’s not a how-to. More like a soft collection of stories and reflections from the edges of burnout,and the slow, quiet ways I’ve been finding my way through. As someone who’s dyslexic, thi...

Hi Tired Yogi, I just went live with a 5-minute affirmation meditation—something super simple you can do in bed, on the sofa, or while hiding from your to-do list. (Full disclosure: I made it because I was avoiding packing for the silent retreat I’m off to this weekend at Samye Ling. I’ve packed nothing. Not even a sock. But I have done a live meditation. So priorities.) Affirmation meditation is...

Hey you, If you’re here because of that neck stretch—hi, welcome, and yes, it really does feel like magic, doesn’t it? But I promise it’s not. I made a video to explain what’s actually happening—because as brilliant as it feels, it’s not a fix-all. And I get a bit twitchy when things go viral without the “why” attached. ✨ And if you have no idea what I’m talking about you can find it here In this...

Hey Tired Yogi, So, this one’s short, sweet, and a tiny bit spicy—it’s called Stop, Drop & Core , and it’s designed to fit into the time it takes for an advert break. We’re talking 5 minutes , no mat needed, just you and your core waking up a little while the kettle boils or your show buffers (again). It’s quick, it’s doable, and it might even make you feel a bit smug afterwards—in the best way. B...

Hey Tired Yogi, It’s so rarely sunny here in the North East of England, so when the sun actually made an appearance today, I did something a little impromptu—I went live. Just a simple 5-minute relaxation , sitting in the garden, soaking up the warmth, breathing, and settling into stillness. Hardly any movement, just a moment to pause and let everything soften. And honestly? It was so lovely, I di...

Hey Tired Yogi, I was thinking today about how easy it is to rush through things—to fill the spaces in between with noise and movement and endless to-do lists. And I just wanted to send you a little something to slip into one of those in-between moments. It’s a simple 5-minute breathwork video —nothing fancy, just a gentle pause, a way to settle back into yourself for a moment. I did it live with...

Hey Tired Yogi, You know those days when your energy’s just… meh? Not bad, not great—just kinda there ? I get it. And instead of pushing through, what if you gave yourself 10 minutes to just pause ? I put together a little relaxation session for those low-energy, need-a-reset moments. It’s super gentle, easy to do, and perfect for when you want to feel better but don’t want to try too hard. ✨ Pre...

Hey Tired Yogis, I couldn’t resist sharing a relaxation with you from my hotel room in the beautiful city of Krakow where I am currently on holiday. I hope you enjoy ☺️ Jo xx This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit happyyoga.substack.com/subscribe

Hey Tired Yogis, Ever wonder why your jaw feels tight or why tension headaches sneak up on you? In this video, I’m breaking down what’s really going on with your jaw—specifically how mandible elevation (fancy way of saying “closing your mouth”) works and the muscles behind it, like the temporalis and masseters. But here’s the interesting part—jaw tension i… This is a public episode. If you'd like...

Hey tired yogis, I was just hitting my afternoon slump and was about to do a meditation and thought how lovely it would be to share with you! It’s not my most polished of videos as I literally pressed live and went with what I needed but sometimes you just need to do things as you are. Hope you’re doing well, Jo x This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or ge...

Last night I had the a wonderful time chatting to the amazing Annie Macmanus about all things yoga. Annie writes the gorgeous substack Changes and she has a some very interesting interviews lined up, so give it a follow if you don’t already. I hope you enjoy listening to our chat as much as I enjoyed chatting it. Much Love, Jo x This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other su...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit happyyoga.substack.com Hey tired yogis, Here’s your sign to drop your shoulders, give them a little wiggle, and breathe . There’s a reason we say someone’s “carrying the world on their shoulders”—because stress and tension love to settle right there. And honestly? Nothing beats a good shoulder stretch. Whenever I ask what classes you wa...

Hey Tired Yogis, If you’re anything like me then your screen time seems to be creeping up every year. Whether it’s checking my emails on my desktop, using my phone for everything from maps to recipes or watching the new season of Severance. It’s sometimes like the whole world is on a backlit screen. And by the end of the day my eyes can feel so tired and a bit dry. (It would help if I ever remembe...

Hey Tired Yogis, I was just about to do a stretch before I leave my desk and go and make my lunch, so I thought I’d jump on live and we could do it together! I hope you enjoy it, Jo x This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit happyyoga.substack.com/subscribe

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit happyyoga.substack.com Hey Tired Yogi, I hope you’re having a lovely day. This week I have a delicious back stretch for you. It’s done from hands and knees and is just a treat for your whole spine. I’ve needed this today as I’ve spent the day driving which always give me a tight back, so I thought I’d share it with you too. I hope you e...

Yoga for Tired People - One short yoga routine a week delivered to your inbox. To do as you are, no need to get out your mat or change your clothes. Hosted by Jo Hutton a Senior Yoga Teacher living in Newcastle Upon Tyne. Hey Tired Yogis, Well that’s it. January has well and truly begun. I have finished the last of my Christmas chocolates and the house feels so empty without the decorations (how g...

Yoga for Tired People - One short yoga routine a week delivered to your inbox. To do as you are, no need to get out your mat or change your clothes. Hosted by Jo Hutton a Senior Yoga Teacher living in Newcastle Upon Tyne. Hey Tired Yogis, Have you ever felt like the world is moving too fast? Maybe your mind is racing, your energy feels scattered, or you just need a moment to reset. Let me share a...

Yoga for Tired People - One short yoga routine a week delivered to your inbox. To do as you are, no need to get out your mat or change your clothes. Hosted by Jo Hutton a Senior Yoga Teacher living in Newcastle Upon Tyne. Hey Tired Yogis, I am going on holiday next week which I am very excited for, but it does mean I have spent the day running around like a blue arsed fly trying to work out what I...

Yoga for Tired People - One short yoga routine a week delivered to your inbox. To do as you are, no need to get out your mat or change your clothes. Hosted by Jo Hutton a Senior Yoga Teacher living in Newcastle Upon Tyne. Hi Tired Yogis, I thought we could spend some time today talking about your BAPs. And no, I don’t mean your bread buns (or anything rude!) I mean your Back, Abs and Pelvic Floor....

Yoga for Tired People - One short yoga routine a week delivered to your inbox (free members get access to one a month on the first Monday of the Month). To do as you are, no need to get out your mat or change your clothes. If I said to you that I meditated for four minutes every day, you’d probably not think that was very much. Now if I told you I spent 24 hours of every year in meditation. Well t...

Yoga for Tired People - One short yoga routine a week delivered to your inbox (free members get access to one a month on the first Monday of the Month). To do as you are, no need to get out your mat or change your clothes. Stop! It’s posture reset a clock. Just swooping on in as a reminder to do a little stretch. Give me a comment if you joined in 🥰 A Friendly Reminder Before you begin any new yo...

I’ve been buzzing around like a blue arsed fly today, running from one errand to the next with my brain going 10 the dozen. And then I remembered. I can only do one thing at a time. That the hurry I’m bringing to the task is coming from inside me. And that it’s possible to be busy and have a full day without adding extra pressure on myself. This is something I’ve learnt, and remembered about 100 b...

(I’m just sending this out again as this video format is a bit easier to watch) A Friendly Reminder Before you begin any new yoga practice or exercise routine, I highly recommend consulting with your healthcare provider. It’s important to ensure that these activities are suitable for you, especially if you have any pre-existing health conditions. Engaging in yoga carries some risk of physical inju...

A yoga space for people who hated PE. Hosted by Jo Hutton a Senior Yoga Teacher living in Newcastle Upon Tyne. Expect yoga tutorials, meditations and reflections. I’m so glad you’re here. Well you should be so proud of yourself because you’ve made it all the way to class 5. It’s been so wonderful going on this journey with you, reading all the comments on the classes has been the highlight of my w...