YOGA
The art of Yoga has been practiced in Eastern cultures for thousands of years. The West has discovered the benefits of Yoga, and it is becoming increasingly popular for many reasons:
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Yoga can be practiced in a small space.
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Yoga encourages discipline of the mind as one focuses and concentrates on postures and breathing.
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Yoga teaches one to be aware of the strength of the mind in accomplishing physical tasks and achieving strength of the body.
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The art of Yoga can be practised by people of all ages and all levels of fitness.
Recent scientific studies have proven that Yoga reduces the physical effects of stress on the body; and has been linked to a reduction in heart disease in women (a study by Dr. Kenna Stevenson, MD; anti-aging specialist, author, radio and media personality and lecturer)
Yoga involves techniques for stretching, strengthening and relaxing the body, and promotes improved physical and mental health. Yoga is a discipline which involves a series of specially-designed stretches and breathing exercises to strengthen the body as a whole. Yoga increases energy levels, muscular strength, cardio-respiratory endurance, and flexibility. Regular practice increases lubrication of the joints, ligaments, and tendons. Yoga postures can also improve posture, stamina and balance. On a mental level, yoga postures increase endorphins, creating a calm and peaceful mindset that aids clarity of thought. It helps reduce the anxiety and stress that many of us experience in our daily lives.
In addition, yoga postures increase the intake of oxygen and massages internal organs and glands, which enhances the functioning of the respiratory, digestive, nervous, endocrine, reproductive, and elimination systems. This not only cleans and detoxifies our whole body, but also prevents the onset of disease and disorder. Most importantly, yoga postures are effective in enhancing our mind and body awareness.
KUNDALINI YOGA is the Yoga of Awareness. Kundalini Yoga emphasises the mind-body connection, and emphasises the benefit of meditation.
Judy Negrey, Chronos Apollo's expert Yoga instructor is also a hypnobirthing instructor and a hypnotherapist.
This unique combination of skills and her training as a registered psychiatric nurse specialising in counselling; means that Judy understands the medical, mental and physical needs of her clients. Her deep belief in all things natural; and her focus on the complete person makes Yoga at Chronos Apollo a truly unique and all encompassing experience.
Some of the benefits of a regular Yoga practice include the following:
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Improved Stamina and Strength
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Improved Joint Mobility
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Breathing Awareness
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Releases mental and physical tensions
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Increases energy levels and blood flow
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Improves memory and awareness
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Enhances focus and concentration
''Yoga teaches us to cure what cannot be endured, and endure what cannot be cured''
B.K.S. Iyengar
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