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SAMPLE
YOGA POSES
On-site Yoga Classes
We bring yoga to you. All you need to provide is a space in
which to conduct the classes.
It could be a:
- Cafeteria
- Gymnasium
- Conference
room
How
can yoga help?
All
stress, both physical and mental, is stored somewhere in the
body and true stress reduction is a matter of discovering how
to release that tension on both levels. Yoga is the art and
science of reducing mental and physical stress while increasing
strength, flexibility, energy, and awareness.
Yoga
is much more than an exercise class. It offers simple, safe,
and practical techniques that quickly reduce tension and stress
in your employees. Plus, it is easy to do, portable and, best
of all, cost effective. In our yoga programs the participant
will experience proven and practical techniques that can have
immediate and long-term effects. They will face the workday
armed with an arsenal of stress-combating exercises they can
do right in the office.
CLASS
SAMPLE:
COMMON WORK RELATED PROBLEMS AND YOGA
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Problem
- Back Pain:
An estimated $80 billion a year is spent
treating back pain. 8 of 10 people will have problems
with back pain at some point in their lives.
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Solution
- Twist:
Frees up muscles in the back and just below the shoulders,
promotes digestion, and massages internal organs.
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Problem
- Carpal
Tunnel/Repetitive Stress injuries (RSI):
RSI
causes as many as 1.8 million injuries per year across
the United States, costing industries over $20 billion
in annual revenue
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Solution
- Downward Facing Dog:
Strengthens
wrists, stretches back of legs that tighten from sitting,
and eases low back pain.
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Problem
- Obesity:
Approximately
58 million Americans, (about one-third) are considered
obese. Obesity can lead to chronic diseases such as heart
disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and stroke. It
contributes to 300,000 deaths yearly.
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Solution
- Warrior Pose:
Strengthens muscles in arms and legs, tones abdominal organs,
and balances body weight.
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Problem
- Poor Concentration:
Long hours in front of the computer derails
concentration, which has a direct impact on productivity
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Solution
- Tree Pose:
Promotes balance and proper breathing and fosters concentration
and mental quietude.
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Problem
- Head Aches:
Most headaches arise from muscle tension
in the back of the neck that is caused by the forward
head position, with rounded shoulders and curved upper
back.
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Solution
- Bridge Pose:
Reverses hunched position of the chest, opens lungs, and
brings flexibility to the spinal muscles.
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Problem
- Poor Posture:
Improper sitting and standing posture leads
to stiff necks, shoulders hunched forward or pulled tightly
back, restricted breathing, and tightness in the thighs,
legs, and ankles. Backaches, headaches, and other painful
symptoms are often the unfortunate result.
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Solution
- Mountain Pose:
Fosters awareness of correct postural alignment. Tones and
activates torso, back, abdomen and pelvis and stretches
shoulders, arms, and wrists.
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Problem
- Low Energy Level:
Continuous sitting with few breaks and
limited physical activity promotes lethargy, which can
effect morale and overall work attitude.
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Solution
- Spread Feet Pose:
Mitigates the strain of continual sitting by opening and
stretching hamstrings. Also brings blood to the brain for
clearer thinking.
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Yoga
can work for you and your employees. Contact
us today to find out more.
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