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DAY 20 Ignite | illuminate 30-day challenge 2026

Welcome to Day 20 of the 30-day challenge. Today's practice starts with Kapalabhati pranayama to stimulate the digestive organs and bring some heat into our belly and continues with a series of seated & supine poses targeting the spine & hips.

January 19, 2026

By Paula Lay

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Renee P

5 days ago

I was surprised at the emotions that came up for me during the reflection! Grateful to have you as a teacher Paula ❤️

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Paula

4 days ago

I'm so glad this practice was connecting Renee and thank you for being here xox p

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Katherine T

11 days ago

I loved this practice. It soothed my tight hips and low back while giving me the encouragement to start writing my first book, which I’ve been putting off for 20 years. Thank you, Paula.

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Paula

10 days ago

I'm so glad to hear Katherine. And how wonderful to hear that the spark towards your book is here! xox p

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Kristina S

23 days ago

Thank you for this wonderful practise! 🌷Just what I needed after a day at work where I felt quite bad in my mind and with my body aching at the end of the day. I now feel that I've taken care of myself and my heart has softened. I also had good company on the mat so I took a picture😊

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Paula

19 days ago

Such a pleasure Kristina, thank you for caring for yourself and sharing this wonderful photo of you sweet company! xox

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Christiane

a month ago

Thank you Paula, for this centering, tender practice. Deep bows with gratitude and open heart, Chris

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Paula

25 days ago

It's such a pleasure Chris, thank you for practicing xox ❤️

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Gabby S

a month ago

I loved that practice, the breath work, the gentle movement and the reflection during shavasana. Thank you 🙏

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Paula

a month ago

Thanks Gabby, so lovely to hear xox 🩷

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Cristina I

a month ago

Really loved this practice! The breath-work is so beneficial and I am so glad that you are exploring more types of breathing in your practices!

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Paula

a month ago

Glad you enjoyed this Cristina xox p

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dianella 白立

a month ago

I had never done the breathing with my arms over my head. It felt very good. My shoulders didn’t hurt as they always do in this position. Question: when we breathe faster, is it still IN-OUT, IN-OUT each time?

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Paula

a month ago

I'm glad your shoulders are feeling a bit more ease. The focus for the kapalabhati pranayama is on the exhale breath, the inhale breath will just happen automatically. So in answer to your question, it is still in-out each time but your focus is on the exhale and the inhale should happen on its own. xx p

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tan

a month ago

The decluttering of our home, to let go of my attachment to things and my hoarding tendencies. I wish for our home to be free from the clutter and to reflect a calm and peaceful space. Thankyou Paula for motivation to action. ☮️💖

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Paula

a month ago

Thanks for sharing Tan - a great action to work with! xox p

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Nell MD

a month ago

Great motivating practice, with the added benefit of easing my tight hips! Thanks Paula, I'm going to go take that step now :)

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Paula

a month ago

I'm glad Nell! 💕

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