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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 SOLUTIONS |
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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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