Monthly Archives: May 2013

How To Sit in a Chair

Use a sturdy chair (preferably with NO arms) Sit at the front edge of the chair (take a tushy walk) Sit tall, straighten your back to lengthen your spine (the highway of the body) Pull in the belly button a … Continue reading

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Chair Yoga Dance – really?

Yes – really. The idea started with an adapted version of the Hokey Pokey, then mushroomed into the ‘Hora’ on Fridays (for Shabbat Yoga) and now our Chair Yoga Dance repertoire includes the Macarena, Stompa, Hands Up and Twist & … Continue reading

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Breathing – Properly

For many, many reasons we stop breathing properly – slowly, deeply, evenly and smoothly. Incorrect breathing has many, many negative consequences. Our bodies, minds and souls suffer from not enough oxygen. May we all change our shallow, rapid, irregular breathing … Continue reading

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Balance & Aging & Yoga

“It is not possible to prevent all falls…….but we can limit the number that happen”. …….results indicate that YOGA may be a promising intervention to manage fear of falling (FoF) and improve balance, thereby reducing fall risk for older adults……. … Continue reading

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Chair Yoga – two IMPORTANT items

    A good, sturdy, folding chair is obvious – but a box of keenex? Well, try doing a good round of Kapalabati (alternate nostril breathing) with a stuffed or blocked nose! Namaste  

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Chair Yoga Teacher Training with Annette Wertman

Specialized Yoga Teachers are needed. More and more opportunities are available in hospitals, day-centres, long-term care facilities, community centres, privates residences and retirement homes. Enjoy a challenging but rewarding yoga career! Date June 12th-16th, 2013 Daily Schedule Wednesday to Friday: … Continue reading

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