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Tag: movement
Yoga: Practice Consistently . . .
The many benefits of yoga asana practice are not sustainable in the absence of consistent practice.
Breathe and move . . . Move and breathe.
Let’s talk about breathing and moving. Both complement each other. Breathing supplies the oxygen needed for enacting movement. Movement facilitates the proliferation of oxygen throughout the body. It is through movement that the overall tone of the body is maintained. Breathing exercises, per se, are critical for maintaining the pliability and the continued functionality of the … Continue reading Breathe and move . . . Move and breathe.
More movement, please!
Movement receives minimal consideration within present day society. The availability of modern convenience is anathematic to engaging in wholesome, healthy movement. Many people regard movement (not necessarily exercise) as the domain of the young. Yet, even in cases of less than optimal health, the design of the body is faciliatory of movement. Lack of movement … Continue reading More movement, please!
Mobility is key
Mobility is the capacity to effect efficient movement in different directions, as the need arises.
Twist . . . no need to shout!!
Twisting is a movement that is addressed less as age ensues
Lean (in)to the side(bend) . . . .
Sidebends balance the body in that they lengthen the abdominal muscles, hips and (lateral) thighs
Release the back . . . .
Forward bending is used to release tension and tightness in the back of the body.
When we move . . . . . .
Although not a full-fledged workout there are options for getting the body into moving.
A Case for Movement
It seems that in modern society, movement, exercise, is an auxiliary activity. In light of the typically mundane acts of sleeping, going to work, coming home, spending time with family, playing computer games, there is little to no time given to physical activity (movement, exercise)