By Autumn and Mackenzie Yoga By Autumn and Mackenzie
What is yoga? a Hindu spiritual and ascetic discipline, a part of which includes breath control, simple meditation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures, that is widely practiced for health and relaxation. A system of exercises for attaining bodily or mental control and well-being (Merriam Webster Dictionary)
Benefits of Yoga Increased flexibility Increased muscle strength and tone Improved respiration, energy, and vitality Weight reduction Cardio and circulatory health Improved athletic performance Effective stress management technique “Yoga can be very effective in developing coping skills and reaching a more positive outlook on life.” – Dr. Nevins, American Osteopathic Association
Target Populations All ages Young children Young adults Adults Older adults Adaptive yoga (example: wheelchair yoga)
Yoga for Stress Management Target population: College students pre-finals week
Yoga Sequence Safety discussion Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v7AYKMP6rOE
Closing How does everyone feel? What are things that you enjoyed about this activity? What are things that could be improved when administering this activity? Thank you for your participation