Climbing the urine-stained stairwell of a car park in South London one Saturday morning, it's hard to believe I'm about to attend a rooftop yoga class designed to wash away the stress of modern living.

But, ever open-minded, I try to stay optimistic. I've been to the Peckham car park before to visit Frank's Cafe (also located on the rooftop) but that was on a Friday night and after countless gin and tonics stairwell piss is somewhat less offensive.

When I reach the top, the setting - with a clear view of London's skyline - is pretty breathtaking.

It's the hottest day of the year (so far) and the desolate top storey car park in the blistering heat makes me feel like I'm in the Spice Girls' 'Say You'll Be There' video.

But while the venue - with its view and the juxtaposition of brightly-coloured yoga mats against the concrete car park floor, is incredible (how often can you use The Shard as your focal point to help you balance?) - the yoga leaves a lot to be desired.

The class follows Dru Yoga, which is set firmly in ancient yogic traditions and draws emphasis on soft, flowing movements. This teamed with the mixed ability of the class and heat, meant that the class isn't dynamic enough for my taste - I much prefer the strong Hatha-based postures in Bikram and the speed of Vinyasa flow.

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But while Dru yoga may not be for me, the benefits are said to include increasing energy levels, easing back pain and reducing stress.

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The bendy move, also down as the Upward Bow, helps to stretch out the chest and lungs, increase energy levels and strengthens the arms, legs, bum and abs.

Well, as Bar herself captioned, 'Can you think of a better way to start the day?? #SpiderWoman'

But before you attempt to do awkward crab versions at home, this move is not for beginners and should only be attempted when properly warmed up and within a sequence yoga workout. Another reason to get down to a yoga class then.

Another of Bar's workout 'healthie' Instagram snaps

The model keeps her trim frame by focusing on working out instead of obsessing about her diet. 'I work out a lot. I like to look good and feel good. I do Pilates and TRX four times a week for an hour each time,' she told Cosmopolitan.

'I'm not very careful with my diet but when you work out a lot you want to keep healthy. Eating healthily makes you want to work out more because your body is more alive. If I'm craving something I'll have it, but I don't really crave bad things,' she added.

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