Lydia Lacey Yoga

09/01/2026

There are ways to condition and shape your upper body without going to the gym or needing expensive equipment.

I’ve included exercises in this video that are targeted towards correcting rounded shoulders, using just a resistance band and the wall.

Exercises like push ups, shoulder/chest press, bicep curls, etc are classic upper body exercises that may define certain muscle groups but won’t correct poor posture. In fact, these exercises could worsen rounded shoulders if continuously performed without addressing the key areas that cause our neck and shoulders to slump forward.

If you like the exercises in this video and want to join a class that focuses on improving shoulder mobility & posture, you can join me for:

Upper body conditioning, Tuesday evenings 6:30-7pm via Zoom.

Yogalates Wednesday evenings 7:30-8:30pm at MyPlace, Harold Hill.

Get in touch for more information.

11/12/2025

Where have we seen every single one of these exercises before? 😅

24/10/2025

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19/10/2025

Take note 👀.

14/10/2025

Where have we seen this before? 😜

This is one of my go to stretches if my lower back is playing up, but it’s hella awkward to get into, especially if you’re stiff.

But a simple spinal twist is a good starting point, if the above stretch isn’t accessible just yet. 😁

10/09/2025

Tension and tightness across the neck and shoulders are not just a source of discomfort, but can also contribute to headaches/migraines. 🤕
Massaging is an efficient way to relieve tight muscles, whether using a massage gun or your own hands. This release in muscle tension can help improve blood flow, circulation and muscular recovery. 💪🏼

Personally, I use a massage gun to relieve my upper traps if ever I overdo upper body training in the gym. 🏋🏻‍♀️

Massaging, alongside stretching is a fantastic combination to improve overall flexibility, range of movement and to release the aches and pains that accompanies stiffness.

21/08/2025

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It’s not about six-packs—it’s about staying strong, mobile, and independent for the long haul. 💪🌍

08/08/2025

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21/07/2025

Here’s an example of how to easily modify and advance an exercise.

The picture on the left being more beginner level, the image on the right being advanced. Any balancing pose can be further modified by holding onto something as you balance on one foot.

Balance is one of the most important components of fitness and it influences everything you do, not just in regards to your exercise regime but also your daily movements.

There are various factors that affect balance, such as glute strength and ankle stability - both of which we address in class.

Join me Wednesday evenings at MyPlace centre for the best of both yoga & pilates. Alternatively, join me online: www.lydialaceyyoga.com/classes

19/06/2025

My Friday evening, practising handstands and listening to techno 😎🤸🏻‍♂️

Class at MyPlace isn’t running next Wednesday, but you can still join me online next Tuesday 6:30-7pm for upper body conditioning or Thursday 8-8:45am for yogalates.🧘🏻‍♀️

www.lydialaceyyoga.com/classes

20/05/2025

Do you wear tight pointed footwear and have noticed that your toes are starting to overlap and press inwards? 👠

If you want to avoid bunions and maintain proper toe spread, this is one of various techniques that can help. 🦶

Bunions are problematic not just because of aesthetics, but they’re painful and can impact your balance, stability and walking form 🚶🏻‍♀️
When the big toe smashes inwards, we lose a major base of support when it comes to properly spreading our weight across our feet. This can cause joint issues moving up, with the knees being the next joint in the chain that’s affected.

Your feet/toes involve a set of bones, muscles and joints that adapt to your daily lifestyle and postural habits and just like any other part of the body, you can prevent/fix postural defects through corrective exercises (the right stretches & strength work).