The Roade House Yoga Studio

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Sharing ways to move well, feel well and live well. Maxine’s teaching extends beyond physical postures.

Maxine’s teaching philosophy integrates scientific principles with practical yoga applications to address modern challenges. Drawing on her expertise in yoga as medicine, she incorporates insights from biology and the workings of the human body into her classes. Maxine specialises in the nervous system, vagus nerve, and deep brain wave relaxation, offering valuable support for those dealing with stress and sleep issues. In her educational classes, Maxine guides students through a journey of self-discovery, helping them understand their unique needs and preferences. By combining the latest research on body mechanics and wellness with traditional yoga practices, she offers a holistic approach that aligns with contemporary lifestyles. It delves into the mind-body connection, using scientifically grounded techniques to explore how yoga can support overall health and well-being. Her focus is on helping students develop a sustainable yoga practice that fosters personal growth and supports their health, even amidst the demands of daily life.

One final breath in… one final breath out.If you've practised yoga with me, you've probably heard me say this quite a lo...
02/10/2026

One final breath in… one final breath out.

If you've practised yoga with me, you've probably heard me say this quite a lot.

Usually when you're in Chair Pose, Warrior, Plank — or another pose where your muscles have started to make their presence known!

There's actually a reason I sometimes ask you to stay for those few extra seconds.

When a movement feels relatively easy, your nervous system recruits the muscle fibres it needs to do the job.
But as those muscles begin to tire, or the position becomes more challenging, your body can recruit additional motor units to help maintain the effort.
Which means those last few seconds can be rather useful.
So when I say...

"One more breath in… one more breath out."

I'm not keeping you there simply for the sake of making it harder.
We're giving your muscles a little more reason to work.

Not until you're in pain.

Not until your form disappears.

And definitely not because I think yoga needs to feel punishing.

Just enough challenge to encourage your body to adapt.
It's one of the reasons I love using yoga as part of healthy ageing.
We can use our own body weight as resistance. Chair, Warrior, Plank, Bridge — all can challenge our muscles, and we can adjust them to suit the person on the mat that day.

And as we get older, keeping those muscles working really matters.

Not because we need bigger muscles.

Because we need useful muscles.

Muscles that help us get off the floor.
Climb the stairs.
Carry the shopping.
Catch ourselves when we stumble.
Travel, garden, walk and continue doing all the things we enjoy.

So next time your thighs start talking to you and you hear me say...

"One more breath in… one full exhalation out."
You'll know there's a little method in my madness.

We're not simply holding a yoga pose.

We're reminding our muscles that we still need them.

And I'd quite like us to keep needing them for a very long time. 🧡

🌙 Monthly Friday Night Sound Bath 🌙Take an hour just for you.Once a month, we come together on a Friday evening to switc...
30/09/2026

🌙 Monthly Friday Night Sound Bath 🌙

Take an hour just for you.

Once a month, we come together on a Friday evening to switch off from the outside world and enjoy the calming sounds of gongs, crystal singing bowls, chimes and other beautiful instruments.

There is nothing to learn, nothing to achieve, and nothing you need to do. Simply lie down, get comfortable, and allow your mind and body to settle into a state of deep rest.

Many people come to ease stress, improve sleep, support recovery from busy lives or exercise, and simply enjoy an evening of peace before the weekend begins.
Whether you're completely new to sound baths or have joined us before, you'll receive a warm welcome.

✨ Monthly Friday Evening
�🕢 7.30pm – 8.30pm

📍 The Roade House
�16 High Street
�Roade
�Northamptonshire
�NN7 2NW

💻 Book online: www.theroadehouse.co.uk�
🎟️ Book your space: https://bookwhen.com/theroadehouse�

📱 WhatsApp: 01604 864206

Spaces are limited, so if you'd like to join us, we recommend booking in advance. We look forward to welcoming you for an evening of deep relaxation.

Camino Diary 🇪🇸🥾🚲 We’ve done it…8 days.
81 miles walking.
112 miles cycling.
193 miles of the Camino.And we’ve done it. ...
28/09/2026

Camino Diary 🇪🇸🥾🚲 We’ve done it…
8 days.
81 miles walking.
112 miles cycling.
193 miles of the Camino.
And we’ve done it. ❤️

I’m not quite sure how I feel yet, other than very tired, rather sore and once again completely amazed by what my body can do.
It was hard at times. Really hard. We were warned it would be.
There were long stretches when the miles seemed endless. Hills that looked enormous before we started climbing them. Aching feet, aching legs and, latterly, very sore bottoms! 😂

There were moments when spirits dipped too. But that’s where the group came in.
Someone would make you laugh. Someone would offer encouragement. Food would be shared. We’d regroup at a café. Paul would invent a song and dance routine 😂… and somehow we’d all get going again.

That sense of community has been such a huge part of these eight days. Walking together, cycling together, occasionally separating and finding each other again. New friendships, old friendships, conversations that filled miles, and plenty of laughter.

And my Spanish has improved immensely! 🇪🇸 Although necessity is apparently a very good language teacher. 😂

There’s been yoga in there too, although not always on a mat. Breathing when something felt difficult. Moving an aching body at the end of a long day. Staying with something when my mind was telling me it was too hard.

One more breath in. One more breath out.

And keep going.

It’s amazing how much can happen in just eight days.

When we first started this journey in France two years ago, the goal was simply to conquer the Pyrenees. We never really imagined how far along the Camino we would eventually get.

And now conversations have started about whether we might actually continue…and finish it.

But that decision can wait.

Right now everything hurts, we’re exhausted, and I think we need a little time to let this adventure sink in.
For now…
193 miles. Two feet. Two wheels. Eight days. And some wonderful people to share it with.
What an adventure. ❤️🇪🇸

Buen Camino.

This Week at The Roade House Yoga Studio 🧘‍♀️Come along, move your body, take some time for yourself and enjoy a welcomi...
28/09/2026

This Week at The Roade House Yoga Studio 🧘‍♀️

Come along, move your body, take some time for yourself and enjoy a welcoming class — whether you’re a complete beginner or already love yoga.

📍 The Roade House Yoga Studio
16 High Street, Roade
Northampton, Northamptonshire
NN7 2NW

🌐 Book your place:
www.theroadehouse.co.uk⁠

Or book directly through Bookwhen:
Book your class⁠ https://bookwhen.com/theroadehouse

Camino Diary 🇪🇸🚲 54 miles…Today I am, once again, completely amazed by my body and what it is capable of.54 miles on the...
27/09/2026

Camino Diary 🇪🇸🚲 54 miles…

Today I am, once again, completely amazed by my body and what it is capable of.

54 miles on the bike today.

My mind saw the hills and thought oh no…

My body just got on with climbing them. 🚲

The group split at times today, but we kept finding each other again along the way — regrouping, encouraging each other and even bumping into Natasha and Richard as they continued their Camino on foot. Natasha very kindly shared some of her food with us too — much appreciated!

There were a few bike-seat adjustments as the miles added up… and eventually I resorted to strapping my jacket onto the seat for some extra padding! 😂 Needs must!

The final five miles were tough. I really had to dig deep and just keep those legs turning.

But I did it.

26 miles yesterday + 54 miles today = 80 miles cycled in two days.

Add that to the 80 miles we walked and I’ve now travelled 160 miles of the Camino under my own steam.

Two feet and two wheels. 🥾🚲

Tonight I’m tired, sore, and incredibly grateful for what this body can do. ❤️

One Week To GoJust one week until we welcome Jules for our second MasterClass.Imagine spending a Sunday afternoon...🌿 Mo...
27/09/2026

One Week To Go

Just one week until we welcome Jules for our second MasterClass.

Imagine spending a Sunday afternoon...

🌿 Moving mindfully.
🌿 Building strength.
🌿 Slowing down.
🌿 Sharing refreshments.
🌿 Learning something new.
🌿 Leaving feeling lighter than when you arrived.

There are still a few spaces available and we'd love you to join us.

https://bookwhen.com/theroadehouse/e/ev-sobru-20261004113000

Camino Diary 🇪🇸🚲 And now we cycle…Today was the start of the next part of our Camino adventure — on two wheels!First job...
26/09/2026

Camino Diary 🇪🇸🚲 And now we cycle…

Today was the start of the next part of our Camino adventure — on two wheels!

First job was sorting out the bikes, which were all slightly different sizes, adjusting everything and working out whose was whose. Then, after breakfast, we finally set off at around 8.40am.

We were quickly out of town and onto the trails.

Rocky gravel, hills to climb, some very speedy descents and sleepy little villages where we stopped for drinks along the way. 🚲

And what a difference it makes being on a bike — those miles suddenly disappear rather quickly!

We even caught up with Natasha and Richard, who are continuing this section on foot and had set off ahead of us.

We reached our destination in really good time and, more importantly, in really good spirits. Such a fun first day of cycling and lots of laughter along the way.

26 miles cycled! 🚲

We all met up again for dinner this evening, where the main topic of conversation was inevitably…

our sore bottoms. 😂🍑

I have a feeling we may discover a whole new collection of Camino aches over the next few days!

Day one on the bikes done. ❤️

Camino Diary 🇪🇸🥾 80 miles done… and a rest day!I didn’t quite get around to writing yesterday’s diary, so here it is com...
25/09/2026

Camino Diary 🇪🇸🥾 80 miles done… and a rest day!

I didn’t quite get around to writing yesterday’s diary, so here it is combined with today’s very welcome rest day.

Another early start yesterday and we were climbing almost immediately. Paul and I set off at quite a pace, keen to get the hills behind us before the day warmed up.

Once the climbing was done, the walk became really lovely. Small villages, rivers, woodland, sunflower fields and plenty of Spanish sunshine. ☀️

We stopped for coffee and regrouped, then walked together for the rest of the way. Natasha and Richard had opted for a slightly later start and followed behind.

And eventually… Burgos!

Such a lovely walk into the city. We found our hotel — Find My Luggage is proving surprisingly useful for locating where we’re staying 😂 — and discovered another gorgeous old stone building right in the heart of this beautiful city.

A quick refresh, followed by drinks and tapas, and then it was time to take stock of the last few days.

My toes ache. My shins ache. My calves ache.

But we added up the miles and realised we’ve now walked an astonishing…

80 MILES! 🥾

So today is a proper rest day. Museums, some very gentle wandering around Burgos, a little work to catch up on and plenty of relaxing.

And there’s another reason to rest those feet…

Our bikes arrive today. 🚲

The next Camino adventure is about to begin! ❤️

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