Andrea Stern, Yoga and Physiotherapy

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Andrea Stern, Yoga and Physiotherapy

Andrea Stern, Yoga & Physical therapists. Obidos Lagoon, Portugal Ich, Andrea Stern, bin ausgebildete Physiotherapeutin und Yogalehrerin in Cascais, Portugal.

Zuletzt habe ich in San Francisco and Erfurt gewohnt.

03/03/2026

THIS WEEKS BLOG❗️
The 5 Koshas: Exploring the Layers of Your Being

Imagine your body had layers like an onion… and you could gently peel them back, moving from what’s visible to your deepest essence ✨

“Kosha” means sheath or layer. These layers are not separate — they constantly influence one another. Here they are:

🌿 1. Annamaya Kosha – The Physical Body
“Anna” means food.
This first layer is your physical body. It includes your muscles, bones, organs, and skin, and it is the part of yourself that you most naturally identify with.

🌬 2. Pranamaya Kosha – The Energy Body
“Prana” means life force.
Your second layer is the subtle energy that flows through your body. It includes your breath, your energetic channels, and your chakras.

🧠 3. Manomaya Kosha – The Mental Body
“Manas” means mind.
This third layer includes your thoughts, emotions, sensory perceptions, and habitual reactions. It is the layer where you interpret your experiences and where the ego operates.

🔮 4. Vijnanamaya Kosha – The Wisdom Body
“Vijnana” means higher knowledge.
This fourth layer is your inner intelligence—your intuition and your ability to observe rather than react. It allows you to perceive truth beyond emotions and conditioning

💫 5. Anandamaya Kosha – The Bliss Body
“Ananda” means bliss.
This fifth layer is your pure presence, peace, and deep inner joy. It is the most subtle layer of your being—not excitement, but a quiet and profound contentment.

Read more on my blog: https://andrea-stern.de/2026/03/01/the-koshas-your-bodys-5-layers/

Stay healthy. Stay curious about yourself. Enjoy your Yoga practice 🤍🌺
— Andrea Stern

13/01/2026

Ginger Tea ✨🫚 Medicinal Plant of the Year 2026

For centuries, plants have been at the heart of healing traditions.
In 2026, ginger takes the spotlight as the Medicinal Plant of the Year.

It has become a ritual for our yoga group in Caldas da Rainha to share a cup of ginger tea after our practice.
A simple way to feel nourished and appreciate the moment together.

TO MAKE YOUR OWN GINGER TEA!!
Read how I make it on my latest blog 👇
https://andrea-stern.de/2026/01/11/our-ginger-tea-the-medical-plant-of-2026/

🫂 See you soon on the mat,
Andrea Stern

09/12/2025

Dear Yogis,

What does dedication truly mean?

Dedication is more than just showing up it’s the commitment to yourself, your practice, and your well-being. It’s about embracing consistency, even when it’s challenging, and honoring the journey rather than just the outcome.

Let’s celebrate our dedication and allow it to inspire us in our practice and beyond.

Caldas da Rainha - Tuesday and Thursday 10:00am

Warmly,
Andrea

01/12/2025

❤️
This weeks sessions:
Tuesday and Thursday 10am
📍Caldas da Rainha

15/10/2025

NEW POWER & RELAX COURSE
✨ Starting Tuesday October 21, 2025 ✨

Join me, Andrea Stern, for a well-balanced evening class that combines the four pillars of training:💪 Strength🏃‍♀️ Endurance🧘‍♀️ Mobility
🤸‍♀️ Flexibility

Through mindful movement, we strengthen the body and calm the mind, releasing tension with thoughtful stretches. You’ll leave feeling strong, centered, and balanced.

🕕 Tuesdays | 18:30
📍 Caldas Da Rainha – Sociedade Columbófila Caldense
💶 €10 per session (first class free!)
📲 Sign up: Send me a WhatsApp at +351 914 241 143

Let’s move, breathe, and unwind — together.
🌸 I look forward to practicing with you! 🌸

08/09/2025

Hello!

What do you know about fascia and how to keep it healthy and functional?
This week, we’re diving into the connective tissue that surrounds every muscle and organ, creating a complete network throughout your body.

Nourish your fascia and your entire body through our yoga practice 🌀💪.
Come and join us! 🧘‍♀️✨
Yoga in Caldas da Rainha – Tuesdays & Thursdays at 10 AM.

Read my blog and watch the video 🎥: https://andrea-stern.de/2025/09/08/yoga-and-fascia/

Looking forward to seeing you on the mat ❤️
Andrea Stern

11/08/2025

Yoga meets Animal Movement 🧘‍♀️🐾

This week, I’m excited to bring this primal flow into our yoga sessions! Humans have been inspired by animals long before gyms or yoga studios existed—nature is the ultimate teacher 🌿.

Animal Movement is a playful, primal training style that mimics how animals crawl, leap, twist, and stretch — naturally building strength, flexibility, and coordination. Yoga shares this connection to nature, with poses like Cobra, Camel, and Butterfly that channel animal spirit and mindfulness.

Read more Blog: https://andrea-stern.de/blog/

I’m looking forward to welcoming you on the yoga mat! 🙏
Andrea

04/08/2025

BALANCE —Is It the Key to Well-Being?

Balance is everywhere — in conversations about health, mindfulness, work, and life in general.

But what does your balance look like?⚖️

It’s how you manage change, stress, and competing demands.
Yes, it takes discipline, awareness, and the ability to adapt.
✨Balance means listening, adjusting, and discovering — not just on the yoga mat, but in everyday life.
It’s about tuning in and finding what feels right for you.

🧘‍♀️ Join our Yoga Balance Sessions
Tuesdays & Thursdays | 10 AM
Caldas da Rainha

📖 Read more: https://andrea-stern.de/2025/08/04/balance-is-it-the-key-to-well-being/

I’m looking forward to seeing you on the mat!
Andrea Stern🧘‍♀️

20/07/2025

🧘‍♀️ Yoga Basics #11 – Practice Is the Key

“Practice, and all is coming.” – Sri K. Pattabhi Jois
A reminder that growth, healing, and transformation come not from perfection, but from showing up with dedication.

Week by week, we explored the foundations of yoga — from breath and movement to stillness and self-inquiry. At the heart of it all is practice.

🌀 It’s not just what you do on the mat, but how you do it — with presence, patience, and care.

Yoga is not a destination. It’s a lifelong companion.

📖 Read more: https://andrea-stern.de/blog

🗓️ Join this week’s session!
Tuesday – 10 AM | 📍 Caldas da Rainha
Thursday – 9:30 AM | 📍 Foz do Arelho (location shared in advance)
💬 If you’re interested, just send me a message!

Breathe deeply. Move with love. Keep practicing.
Looking forward to seeing you on the mat.

With gratitude,
Andrea

14/07/2025

Yoga Basics #10 The Timeless Wisdom of Yoga Philosophy

Who are you beyond your thoughts, emotions, and roles?
Who are you without ego, identity, or distraction?

These are questions we reflect on in Yoga Sūtra 1.3:
“Then the Seer rests in its true nature.”

🕉️ The Yoga Sūtras — 195 ancient aphorisms compiled by Patañjali around 200 BCE, offer timeless wisdom for the human journey inward.
They outline the 8 limbs of yoga, a path that goes far beyond physical postures. 🧘‍♀️ It’s a way of being — a practice of humanity, presence, and peace.

👉understand and read more:https://andrea-stern.de/blog/

Join this week Session!
🗓️ Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 AM
📍 Caldas da Rainha @ Sociedade Columbófila Caldense

Breathe deeply. Move freely. Connect fully.🪷
I am looking forward to welcoming you on the Yoga Mat.
Andrea Stern 💫

07/07/2025

Yoga Basics #9: The Power of Inversion Asanas🤸‍♂️

In yoga, an inversion is any pose where your heart is higher than your head. While often linked to advanced shapes like Handstand, they also include deeply restorative postures like Child’s Pose or Legs-Up-the-Wall.
The essence lies not in complexity, but in a conscious shift — in body, breath, and awareness.

Practice with care:
🪷 Warm up your shoulders, spine & core
🪷 Build strength slowly — especially arms & neck
🪷 Skip inversions if pregnant, menstruating, or managing heart/neck issues

Turn around and Join us:
📍 Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 AM
📌 Sociedade Columbófila – Caldas da Rainha

In every inversion, find calm in the unfamiliar and strength in surrender.
I am looking forward to see you on the mat!
Andrea ⭐️

30/06/2025

Yoga Basics #8: The Calming Power of Forward Bends
🧘‍♀️✨ Slow down, soften, and fold into stillness.

Forward bends are more than stretches — they invite you to release, reconnect, and reset. These gentle poses calm your nervous system, lengthen your back, massage your organs, and guide you to inner peace through your breath.

Key Tips:
🪷 Start from the hips, not the spine — the hips act as a natural pivot, protecting spinal alignment.
🪷 Move slowly and mindfully, respecting your body’s limits.
🪷 Inhale to lengthen, exhale to soften and release.

Seated or standing, forward bends bring humility, presence, and calm to your yoga practice. Use props, keep a gentle bend in your knees, and let your breath lead.

Join Us:
📍 Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 AM
📌 Sociedade Columbófila – Caldas da Rainha

Let your practice be a quiet journey inward — one breath, one fold at a time.

Warmly,
Andrea

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http://www.andrea-stern.de/

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