Jelena ( @kickassyoga ) has exclusively revealed to LUVIYO why she has made it clear on Instagram to cultivate woman's empowerment and give others the support she would have liked to have received.

Jelena, when and how did you discover your passion for yoga?

I started practicing yoga 15 years ago, after the birth of my first child, to exercise and relax. Currently, I long for gentle movement and contentment.

How do you practice it in your everyday life today?

I meditate daily and generally love to move around. Personally, I find Down Dog, a free yoga app, a great tool for tracking your progress. It allows you to create a completely new yoga session every time.

We saw on your Instagram channel that you keep fit with martial arts, climbing, and weightlifting in addition to yoga. Do you practice these regularly as well, or do you mainly focus on yoga?

For me, yoga is like a common thread that accompanies me alongside all my other hobbies.

What values ​​do you want to convey to your followers on Instagram?

On Instagram, I made it very clear that I wanted to promote women's empowerment and give others the support I wish I had received.

Is there a motto you live by that you'd like to share with us?

You can do anything you want, girl!

Has yoga changed your outlook on life, your demeanor, or your well-being?

Absolutely! I love my life the way it is and wouldn't want anything else.

What books have you published so far, and what can readers expect when buying them?

The first book I published with GU Verlag in 2017 is called Kick Ass Yoga and is available in German. My second book, "Kick Ass Asanas," was published in 2018 in both German and English. It contains 108 asana exercises for beginners and advanced practitioners.

Are you already able to share your passion for yoga with your two children, or do they pursue other interests?

When they were very little, my children simply copied the exercises. Now, my 15-year-old daughter asks me if I can practice yoga with her. I'm incredibly happy that the request comes from her, without me forcing it!

Why do you think yoga is so popular right now?

The fascination with yoga comes and goes. However, I'm delighted by the current hype, especially since even Britney Spears is posting exercise videos at the moment.

Where did you get inspiration for your tattoo designs? Did they gradually accumulate over time, or was there a specific moment when you got a tattoo?

This has been a long process, lasting 20 years now. Personally, I simply enjoy collecting art on my body rather than on the walls.

What do you wish for in the future, in the next 10 years?

World peace and a happy society.

Which is your favorite design of LUVIYO yoga mats?

I absolutely love the white marble mat! 💕