Portrait of an energetic Yogini: Mélanie
Let me introduce you to Mélanie, our Community Manager at Tayrona. A lover of nature and animals, Mélanie appreciates natural methods, and favors a healthy diet and everything related to it. She began studying biology which then evolved into sport. Energetic, she always needs to exert herself! She practices eventing and also skiing. However, she needs to take time for herself and especially to take the time for a great moment of calm and serenity, and that is what she found with yoga.
It was only natural that I asked him a few personal questions about his yoga practice, which I am sharing with you today .
How did you get into taking care of yourself?
I started yoga a few years ago now. I have always been attracted to yoga but had never taken the time to discover it… But a few years ago, when the opportunity presented itself, I took the plunge! After my first class, I already felt that yoga was for me and that I wanted to continue. Yoga brings me a lot and allows me to feel good in my body and mind, to stay fit and flexible.
What practice for your well-being?
Above all, I try to practice according to the present moment, how I feel at the time. I then adapt the session to what I feel the need for.
What is the ritual of your practice?
I like to do a few “sun salutations” in the morning before starting my day. This allows me to wake up my body, stretch it and feel ready to face the day. I also take the time to take a moment of calm by doing a few breaths. If I practice during the day, I prefer a more dynamic practice. Then, in the evening before going to bed, I like to do postures that allow me to gently stretch and relax to prepare myself for sleep.
What do you get out of it?
It allows me to be more in tune with myself, and to be able to make a transition between the different moments of the day. When I can't practice, I feel the difference. Yoga allows me to find my balance.
What do you carry in your yoga bag?
My Manduka Prolite Yoga mat , and my water bottle!
What is your favorite object/accessory?
I don't really have one, but I love having my big scarf with me to put around me and stay warm after my Yoga sessions or during my relaxation sessions.
What would be your advice for Tayrona Yoginis?
I would like to tell them to enjoy life and do what they love!
Where/how do you practice?
I practice most of the time at home on my mat or in the studio. I also try to practice when I have to travel (vacations or other). I also like to practice Yoga outdoors.
What is your mantra/favourite phrase?
I don't really have one, but I like to think that you have to enjoy life, not wait for it to pass and be yourself.
I really like this one:
