by DawnMcGrath | Oct 7, 2020 | WELLcommunity Spotlight
This week we will remain seated. Butterfly Pose presents options for static (still) or dynamic (moving) stretches of the groin and inner thighs. While seated, students may opt to relax or flutter their wings (legs) or use a combination of both. Adding a forward bend...
by DawnMcGrath | Sep 16, 2020 | WELLcommunity Spotlight
This week we are taking a seated position. Easy Pose (aka: simple cross-legged pose) illustrates the powerful connection between mind and body. Don’t be fooled by the name. Many people find choosing stillness to be quite difficult. The accompanying mindfulness...
by DawnMcGrath | Sep 8, 2020 | WELLcommunity Spotlight
WELLcome back! This week I’m sharing another standing balance posture: Tree Pose. In this lesson, the final position is set into the context of a longer routine. Yoga balance postures: improve balance and stability.enhance proprioception.call upon present moment...
by DawnMcGrath | Sep 2, 2020 | WELLcommunity Spotlight
Yoga is an effective exercise, connecting mind and body.Postures and movements activate the musculoskeletal system and stimulate the nervous system.Poses strengthen the body and engage concentration. Practices improve physical health and encourage persistence. CURRENT...
by DawnMcGrath | Aug 24, 2020 | WELLcommunity Spotlight
Students are entering the current school year with a heightened sense of stress and concern. In years past, the school environment has been a source of predictability for many. Today, in-person and remote learning mean returning to settings unfamiliar to all. Both...
