"I have longed for gentle exercise and contentment"
Mar 18, 2020
Which is why Jelena(@kickassyoga) has clearly set out on Instagram to cultivate Woman's Empowerment and give others her support, which she would have loved to have, she exclusively revealed to LUVIYO.
Jelena, when and how did you discover your passion for yoga?
I began practicing yoga 15 years ago, after my first birth, as a way to move and relax. Currently, I craved gentle movement and contentment.
How do you practice it in your everyday life today?
I meditate daily and generally like to move a lot. Personally, I find the Down Dog, a free yoga app, a super tool to see what progress you're making. It allows you to create a completely new yoga session every time.
On your Instagram channel, we saw that besides yoga, you also keep fit with martial arts, climbing and weightlifting. Do you do this regularly as well, or do you focus mainly on yoga?
For me yoga is like a red thread, which always accompanies me along with all my other hobbies.
What values do you want to convey to your followers on Instagram?
On Instagram, I clearly set out to cultivate Women's Empowerment and give others the support I wish I had.
Is there a life motto which accompanies you and you want to betray us?
You can do anything you want, girl!
Has yoga changed your attitude to life, your appearance or your well-being?
Absolutely! I love my life as it is and wish for nothing else.
What books have you already published and what can one expect when buying them?
The first book I published in 2017 with GU Verlag is called Kick Ass Yoga and is available in German. The second book I wrote, I published in 2018 in German and English. In the second publication "Kick Ass Asanas", it is about 108 asana exercises for beginners and advanced.
Do you get to share your passion for yoga with your two kids already, or do they pursue other interests?
When they were very small, my children simply copied the exercises. Today, my 15-year-old daughter asks me from her if I can practice yoga with her. It makes me incredibly happy that the request comes from her without it being forced by me!
Why do you think yoga is so popular right now?
The yoga fascination comes around every now and then. However, I am happy about the current hype, because even Britney Spears is currently posting exercise videos.
Where did you get your inspiration for your tattoo motifs? Did you gradually add more and more or was there a special time when you got tattooed?
Where did you get your inspiration for your tattoo motifs? Did you gradually add more and more or was there a special time when you got tattooed?It was a long process that has now been going on for 20 years. Personally, I just enjoy collecting art on my body instead of on the walls.
What do you wish for the next 10 years in the future?
World peace and a happy society.
What is your favourite design of LUVIYO yoga mats?
I love the white Marble Mat more than anything!💕
