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Yoga vs. Gym: Which Is Better for Long-Term Health?

The debate comes up consistently regarding yoga vs. gym workouts for long-term health. Both have different advantages, and the right path is chosen with respect to your goals, way of life, and personal preference. While the gym has been associated with physical strength and fitness, yoga has a holistic approach wherein the body, mind, and

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How to Prepare Mentally and Physically for an Advanced 300-Hour Yoga Teacher Training Abroad

Are you ready to take your yoga journey to the next level? Enrolling in a 300-hour advanced yoga teacher training (YTT Level 2) abroad is a transformative step for teachers who want to deepen their practice, refine their teaching, and qualify for the prestigious Yoga Alliance RYT 500 designation. Whether you’re considering an advanced YTT

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The Cultural Fusion of Yoga and European Wellness Traditions in Portugal

Portugal has quickly become one of the popular spiritual destinations for those seeking the best yoga teacher training in Europe. Beyond the beaches, sunshine, and peaceful lifestyle, there is something deeply unique happening here: a cultural fusion between ancient yoga practices and traditional European wellness rituals. At many Portugal yoga retreats and yoga teacher trainings,

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Yoga in the Algarve: What to Expect from Teacher Training by the Sea

If you’ve ever dreamed of deepening your yoga practice while soaking in ocean views and golden sunsets, the Algarve in southern Portugal might just be your perfect match. Known for its dramatic cliffs, turquoise waters, and laid-back vibe, the Algarve offers a unique blend of serenity and inspiration—making it one of Europe’s top destinations for

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Transform Your Life Through Yoga Teacher Training, Ayurveda Massage Therapy, and Reiki Certification: Bend it like Buddha Yoga Algarve, Portugal

Spring & Fall 2025 Enrollment Now Open Yoga is not just a practice for L. Farrah Furtado E RYT 500; it’s her life’s passion. With nearly twenty years of experience in both the yogic practices and wellness industries, Furtado has dedicated herself to creating transformative experiences for aspiring yoga teachers and wellness practitioners. As a

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Unwind, Uplift, and Unfold: Your Guide to Yoga Teacher Training in Portugal

  Portugal, Europe’s sun-kissed retreat, offers not just pastel-colored villages and spicy piri-piri but also an enclave for yogic wisdom. If the idea of a yoga guide & training as a yoga teacher in this Iberian paradise stirs your soul, you’re in luck. We’ve woven together a tapestry of Portugal’s most acclaimed yoga schools, a

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Congratulations to the newly accredited global Yoga Teachers! October 12th, 2022

We are sooo excited to congratulate and welcome into the world such INCREDIBLE certified Yoga Alliance 200Hr Teachers, Reiki practitioners and Ayurveda Massage body healers from the Bend it like Buddha yoga school in Algarve. As part of their training, they shared out loud their mission and planted a potent seed into not only the

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