Exercise
Physical exercise of any type aids in stress release.
Regular participation in exercise activities provides a
natural way to release accumulated tension in the body
and it also leads to an automatic state of relaxation
that naturally follows after a good workout. Stretching,
especially, is a natural stress reliever. Properly
stretching the muscles has numerous benefits, among them
the achievement of a relaxed and peaceful state of mind
Yoga
Although it has taken many years for this ancient art
form to be recognized world-wide, recently much
attention has been given to Yoga due to its various
health and fitness benefits. Yoga is believed to be one
of the most effective and wholesome forms of exercise,
not only for the body but also for the relaxation of
mind.
Scheduled to begin at 8:30am on Monday,
March 20th
The Pilates Method
A popular mind-body conditioning method developed by
Joseph Pilates. It combines Eastern and Western
philosophies of physical and mental development and aims
to promote neuro-muscular harmony, balance and
co-ordination, while increasing strength and
flexibility. The mostly full range of motion exercises
can be done with or without special equipment and each
movement is executed according to six basic principles:
control, concentration, centering, focus, precision and
breathing. The participant is encouraged to master the
mind in order to gain complete control over the body.
Pilates has already begun. We met every Wednesday
at 8:30am. First session is free.
Tai Chi
Though the precise origin of Tai Chi is arguable, some
facts about its history remain constant. Tai Chi
emulates the motions and ideas behind an ancient Chinese
martial art called Tai Chi Quan. Tai Chi Quan routines
required the practitioners to be tranquil and calm,
emphasizing slow and soft movements. Tai Chi is an
exercise modified to inherit nearly all the ideas behind
Tai Chi Quan, but using the method as a means to attain
healing qualities rather than combative awareness.
Unlike other forms of
exercise such as yoga, Tai Chi involves a greater degree
of movement. And unlike many types of aerobic exercise
(such as running) Tai Chi does not involve any jarring
motions that create impact on the spine. It is a slow
and deliberate, flowing movement of the body.
The practice of Tai Chi
entails three key components:
- Movement—slow
and fluid movements improve the body's alignment,
posture, strength, flexibility, coordination,
balance, and stamina. Many of these benefits of Tai
Chi are consistent with many other forms of
low-impact exercise, with the added benefit of focus
on improved posture, balance and alignment.
- Breathing—focused
and rhythmical breathing emphasizes a relaxed body
and encourages strong circulation. Oxygenated blood
flows to the muscles and brain during Tai Chi.
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Meditation/state of mind—a meditative state of
mind during Tai Chi, coupled with these movements
and breathing is said to dissipate stress and
anxiety, which helps relieve pain caused by
psychological and emotional factors.
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Scheduled to begin at 9:00am on Tuesday, March 14th
Cross-Training Boot Camp
NOTE: You must have attended at least 4 personal
training classes in order to prepare for these
cross-training sessions. They will be high
intensity hour-long classes.
What is cross-training? It is a program that centers on
two or more cardio respiratory endurance activities.
These group classes will offer a combination of
flexibility, resistance and functional bodyweight
training.
Class times will be
determined upon our clients' needs.
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