JCI Vizag Niranthar - Monthly Bulletin - July 2023

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YEAR 2023 ISSUE 7- JULY 2023

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World Environmental Day Programs -

5th June 2023

JCI VIZAG organized a clean up drive and Bird Feed on account of World Environment Day on 5th June 2023 at Kailasagiri, Visakhapatnam. JC Prabhakar Botta, JC Sri Kavya, JC Dr. Charishma, JC Sitarama Raju participated in the program..

Certificate of Appreciation

Programs - 6th June 2023

JCI Vizag has received a certificate of Appreciation from JCI India for organizing a clean up drive and Bird Feed on account of World Environment Day on 5th June 2023 at Kailasagiri, Visakhapatnam.

Niranthar (June Bulletin) Launch Management - 9th June 2023

Sixth edition of 2023 Niranthar the monthly bulletin of JCI Vizag was released on 9th June in various JCI WhatsApp groups. This edition gives you a brief view of the different activities done by JCI Vizag, and various announcements made by JCI India and by Zone IV in the month of May 2023. Get to know about SDG 11 and SDG 12 in Know the SDG Section.

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Mega Blood Donation Drive

Programs - 11th - 14th June 2023

JCI Vizag organized a Blood donation Camp at Life Share Blood Bank. 10 Units of Blood are donated and certificates are issued to the donors.

One Local Organization One Sustainable Project Programs

- 16th June 2023

JCI Vizag received a letter of appreciation from JCI India for Organizing a One LO One Sustainable project "Career Impactz" which comes under UNSDG #4 Quality Education. Project Chairperson for this project is JC Srikavya Nalluri.

Meeting with School Representatives

Special Olympics 2023

Programs - 18th June 2023

JCI Vizag has started its work on the Flagship Program "Special Olympics". A meeting is held with the Representatives of Schools for Specially Abled Children.

International

Yoga Day Programs - 21st June 2023

JCI Vizag has organized Yoga workshop at Kendriya Vidyalay, Waltair on 21st June 2023 on account of International Yoga Day.

JCI Vizag in RISE MIDCON

Management - 25th June 2023

JCI VIZAG Team has displayed a supportive, united front in the event. 10 members from JCI VIZAG have attended and actively participated in the midcon event of Region B. We won a whopping 16 awards and recognitions and we are proud to bag awards in all the areas, including a recognition for our efforts in UNSDG Awareness for Children Some of the awards that our team achieved:

Best LO Officer - JC HGF Chaitanya

Best Jaycee Member -JC Srikavya

Best Lady Jaycee -JC Dr. Charishma

Best New Jaycee -JC Sitarama Raju

Best Supporting Member - JFM S Ravi Kanth Reddy

Best President 2023 -JC Prabhakar B

ASPAC Participation -JC Satyendra Mishra

Some Memorable Recognitions for JCI VIZAG in The RISE Midcon: Along with recognitions for

Best Performance in Areas of Management, Training, Business, Programs and G&D

Sixth LO Governing Board Meeting

Management - 28th June 2023

JCI Vizag has organized its sixth LO Governing Board meeting Virtually on 28th June 2023 in Zoom Platform. Officers presented the reports of May 2023 Activities and Vice presidents gave the plan of actions for the upcoming month in their respective portfolios. One important new business related to our Flapship program Special Olympics was discussed.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Project Chairperson

JC Dr. Charishma Nadipilli

JCI VIZAG team has launched a special wellness series of Yoga asana & wellness tips series - a spin-off series of wellness tips that are all things - yoga. These yoga tips series start from 1st June and continue till 30th June, as our tribute International Yoga Day , observed on 21st June 2023.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga for Digestive Issues

Sukhasana/ Easy sitting pose :- Improve digestion process

Ardhachakrasana/ Half wheel Chakra :- It massages and stretches the colon and abdominal organs and thus improving digestion. Strengthens the buttock, calf, thigh and lower back muscles.

Uttanpadasana/ Raised leg pose :- It produces digestive juices, increasing bowel movement and allowing the waste excretion.

Bhujangasana/Cobra pose :- This pose encourages digestion by putting gentle pressure on stomach and stretching out the abdomen.

Shalabhasana/ Locust Pose :- Tones the abdominal organs and strengthens the abdominal muscles. It stimulates the appetite and enhances digestion, relieves gastric troubles and flatulence.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga for Throat Infection

1.Simhasana/ Lion's Pose:- This pose can help relieve tension in the face, throat, and neck.

2.Matsyasana/ Fish Pose:- This posture can help open the throat and chest, potentially relieving congestion and discomfort.

3.Gomukhasana /Cow Face Pose:- This asana helps stretch the neck and shoulders and can promote relaxation.

4.Setu Bandhasana/Bridge Pose is commonly associated with the Vishuddha (throat) chakra, which can help open and activate this energy center. This activation comes from lifting the chest and throat, which can help release tension and blockages in this area.

5.Shoulderstand l Sarvangasana:- This pose should be avoided during an acute throat infection but may be beneficial during the recovery phase. The inversion helps increase blood circulation and lymphatic flow, which can aid in recovery.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga for Constipation

Pawanmuktasana /Wind-Relieving Pose:- This asana can help release trapped gas and relieve bloating.

Malasana/Garland Pose: This pose can help stimulate the digestive system and relieve constipation.

Trikonasana /Triangle Pose: This pose helps improve digestion and can relieve constipation.

Ardha Matsyendrasana/ Half Spinal Twist: This asana can help stimulate the digestive system and promote bowel movements.

Balasana /Child's Pose: This pose promotes relaxation and can help relieve abdominal tension, which may contribute to constipation.

Dhanurasana /Bow Pose: This pose stimulates the abdominal organs, improves digestion, and helps relieve constipation.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga for PCOD/PCOD

Bhujangasana /Cobra Pose: This pose helps stimulate the ovaries and can help regulate menstrual cycles. It also strengthens the back muscles and improves flexibility.

Balasana /Child's Pose: This resting pose helps relieve stress and fatigue. It also gently massages the abdominal organs and promotes relaxation.

Baddha Konasana /Butterfly Pose: This pose helps open up the hips and stretches the inner thighs. It can improve blood circulation in the pelvic area and stimulate the ovaries.

Paschimottanasana /Seated Forward Bend: This forward bend helps relieve stress, improves digestion, and stimulates the ovaries. It also stretches the hamstrings and lower back.

Viparita Karani (Legs-up-the-Wall Pose: It helps improve blood circulation and hormonal balance. This pose also promotes relaxation and reduces stress.

Dhanurasana /Bow Pose: Bow pose stretches the entire body and stimulates the reproductive organs. It can help improve digestion and reduce abdominal fat.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga for Flat foot

Flat foot, also known as fallen arches, can cause discomfort and affect your balance and posture. While yoga cannot fundamentally change the structure of your feet, it can help strengthen the muscles, improve flexibility, and provide relief from discomfort associated with flat feet.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga For Low Back Pain

Cat-Cow Pose /Marjaryasana-Bitilasana: This gentle flowing movement helps to stretch and mobilize the spine, promoting flexibility and relieving tension in the back.

Child's Pose /Balasana: This resting pose helps to release tension in the back and promotes relaxation. It gently stretches the lower back and hips.

Cobra Pose /Bhujangasana: Cobra pose helps to strengthen the back muscles, stretch the spine, and open the chest. It can be helpful for relieving mild to moderate back pain.

Bridge Pose /Setu Bandhasana: Bridge pose helps to strengthen the back, buttocks, and thighs. It can also help relieve tension in the lower back and stretch the hip flexors.

Supine Twist /Supta Matsyendrasana: This gentle twist helps to release tension in the back and increase spinal mobility. It can be beneficial for relieving lower back pain.

Legs-Up-the-Wall Pose /Viparita Karani: This restorative pose involves lying on your back with your legs resting against a wall. It helps to relieve tension in the lower back and promote relaxation.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga For Migraine

Forward Fold (Uttanasana): This pose promotes relaxation and helps release tension in the neck and shoulders.

Downward Facing Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana): Pose helps to improve blood circulation and relieves tension in the upper body.

Cat-Cow Pose (Marjaryasana-Bitilasana): This gentle, flowing movement helps release tension in the spine and neck.

Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana): This Pose helps relieve tension in the back and shoulders.

Legs Up the Wall (Viparita Karani): It helps improve blood circulation and promotes relaxation, making it beneficial for migraine relief.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga for Insomnia

Legs-Up-the-Wall Pose /Viparita Karani - This pose helps reduce stress, relieve tension, and promote relaxation, which can aid in better sleep.

Child's Pose /Balasana -This pose helps calm the mind, release tension, and induce a sense of tranquility.

Standing Forward Bend /Uttanasana- This pose helps relieve stress, soothe the nervous system, and relax the mind.

Corpse Pose /Savasana - Stay in this pose for several minutes, practicing deep relaxation and mindfulness, which can help prepare your body and mind for sleep.

Alternate Nostril Breathing / Nadi Shodhana Pranayama - This technique helps balance the nervous system, calm the mind, and promote relaxation.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga for Sinusitis

Bhujangasana / Cobra Pose: This pose helps open up the chest and sinuses.

Ardha Matsyendrasana /Half Spinal Twist: This pose helps improve circulation and drainage in the sinuses.

Salamba Sirsasana / Supported Headstand: This inverted pose promotes blood flow to the head and sinuses, which can help relieve congestion.

It's essential to practice this pose with proper guidance and against a wall for support.

Pranayama (Breathing Exercises): Deep breathing exercises such as Kapalabhati (Skull Shining Breath) and Nadi Shodhana (Alternate Nostril Breathing) can help clear the nasal passages, calm the mind, and reduce sinus inflammation.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips Programs - 1st June

2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga to decrease Fatigue

Standing Poses like Warrior I, Warrior II, and Triangle Pose help build strength, improve posture, and increase energy levels. These poses engage multiple muscle groups and promote a sense of grounding and stability.

Backbending poses, such as Cobra Pose and Bridge Pose, can help open up the chest and increase oxygen intake, which may help combat fatigue. They also stimulate the energy centers of the body, known as chakras.

Twisting poses like seated or supine twists, can help release tension in the spine, massage the internal organs, and improve digestion. These poses can promote a sense of rejuvenation and energy flow.

Pranayama, or yogic breathing exercises, can help increase oxygen supply to the body and calm the mind. Techniques like Kapalabhati (skull-shining breath) and Bhramari (bee breath) are particularly invigorating and can help combat fatigue.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga For Sciatica

Cat-Cow Pose /Marjaryasana-Bitilasana -This gentle movement can help alleviate tension in the lower back and promote flexibility.

Child's Pose / Balasana can help stretch the lower back and release tension in the hips and buttocks.

Pigeon Pose / Eka Pada Rajakapotasana can help stretch the hips and glutes.

Supported Bridge Pose / Setu Bandhasana can help gently stretch the lower back and release tension in the hip muscles.

Standing Forward Fold / Uttanasana helps stretch the hamstrings and release tension in the back and hips.

Reclining Hand-to-Big-Toe Pose / Supta Padangusthasana helps stretch the hamstrings while keeping the lower back supported.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga poses for uterine fibroids

Child's Pose (Balasana) helps to relax the body, stretch the lower back, and relieve stress. It can also help stimulate the pelvic area.

Reclining Bound Angle Pose (Supta Baddha Konasana) opens up the hips and stretches the inner thighs. It can help relieve tension and promote relaxation.

Supported Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana) helps to stretch the chest, neck, and spine. It can also help improve circulation and reduce stress.

Legs-up-the-Wall Pose (Viparita Karani) is a restorative pose that can help relieve tension in the lower back and promote relaxation. It also encourages blood flow to the pelvic region.

Standing Forward Bend (Uttanasana) stretches the hamstrings and lower back, promotes relaxation, and can help relieve tension in the pelvic area.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga for Erectile Dysfunction

Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana) helps strengthen the pelvic floor muscles and improves blood circulation to the pelvic region.

Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana) stretches the lower back and improves blood flow to the pelvic area, promoting healthy sexual function.

Child's Pose (Balasana) helps relax the body and mind, reducing stress and tension that can contribute to erectile dysfunction.

Butterfly Pose (Baddha Konasana) helps open up the hips and groin area, stimulating blood flow to the pelvic region.

Legs-Up-the-Wall Pose (Viparita Karani) gentle inversion pose promotes blood circulation, reduces stress, and helps relax the pelvic area.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga poses for individuals with Anemia

Deep Breathing (Pranayama) Practice deep belly breathing or alternate nostril breathing (Nadi Shodhana) to enhance oxygenation.

Legs-Up-the-Wall Pose (Viparita Karani) gentle inversion pose encourages blood to flow from the lower extremities to the upper body, helping to relieve fatigue and promote circulation.

Seated Forward Bend (Paschimottanasana) stretches the back of the body, stimulates the abdominal organs, and can enhance blood flow to the pelvic area.

Supported Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana) stretches the chest, opens the heart, and stimulates the thyroid gland, which can be beneficial for anemia.

Reclining Hero Pose (Supta Virasana) can stimulate the abdominal organs and improve circulation in the legs.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga For Hunch Back

Cat-Cow Pose (Marjaryasana/Bitilasana) move with your breath, to gently warm up and mobilize your spine.

Child's Pose (Balasana) gently stretches the back and promotes relaxation.

Extended Triangle Pose (Utthita Trikonasana) stretches and strengthens the back muscles while opening the chest and hips.

Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana) strengthens the back, glutes, and legs while opening the chest and shoulders.

Supine Spinal Twist (Supta Matsyendrasana) releases tension in the back and promotes spinal mobility.

Sphinx Pose (Salamba Bhujangasana) helps strengthen the lower back muscles and improves flexibility in the spine.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga poses that support men's fertility

Legs-Up-The-Wall Pose (Viparita Karani) can help improve blood circulation in the pelvic area.

Seated Forward Bend (Paschimottanasana) stretches the hamstrings and stimulates the pelvic region.

Butterfly Pose (Baddha Konasana) can help open up the hips and groin area.

Supported Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana) can improve blood flow to the reproductive organs.

Forward Fold (Uttanasana) helps improve blood flow to the pelvic region.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga for snoring problems

Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose) - Opens up the chest and clears the lungs. Helps improve the flow of oxygen and blood circulation.

Dhanurasana (Bow Pose) Helps regulate breathing. Opens up the chest muscles to allow deeper inhalations and exhalations.

Simha Garjasana (Roaring Lion Pose) Exercises the tongue. Relaxes the neck muscles. Helps prevent a sore throat. Stimulates the platysma, i.e., the muscles in front of the throat.

Bhramari Pranayama (Bee Breath) Helps increase concentration. Relieves anger and tension. Helps reduce blood pressure.

Ujjayi Pranayama (Victory Breath Technique) Helps strengthen the muscles of the throat and face. Helps regulate sleep patterns. Calms the mind.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga for improving Eyesight

Palming: Sit comfortably with your eyes closed. Rub your palms together vigorously until they feel warm. Place your warm palms gently over your closed eyes, without applying pressure. Allow the warmth and darkness to soothe your eyes and relax your mind. Practice palming for a few minutes whenever your eyes feel tired or strained.

Eye rotations: Sit in a comfortable position and keep your head straight. Slowly rotate your eyes in a clockwise direction, making a large circular motion. After a few rotations, switch to an anticlockwise direction. Perform five to ten rotations in each direction. This exercise helps to improve blood circulation around the eyes.

Focus shifting: Hold your thumb in front of your face, approximately six inches away from your nose. Focus your gaze on the thumbnail for a few seconds, then shift your focus to an object in the distance. Alternate your focus between the thumb and the distant object several times. This exercise helps to enhance the flexibility and strength of your eye muscles.

Blinking: Sit comfortably and relax your face and eyes. Begin blinking your eyes rapidly for 10 to 15 seconds. Then, close your eyes and take a few deep breaths. Repeat this exercise three to four times. Blinking helps to lubricate the eyes and reduce dryness.

Trataka (candle gazing): Light a candle and place it at eye level, approximately three feet away. Gaze at the flame without blinking for as long as you can comfortably manage. When your eyes become watery or tired, close them and visualize the afterimage of the flame with your eyes closed. This practice helps to strengthen your eye muscles and improve concentration.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga poses for Ear Disorders

Balance poses in yoga can help improve focus, stability, and proprioception, which can indirectly benefit individuals with certain ear-related issues.

Tree Pose (Vrksasana) Hold the pose for several breaths, then switch sides. helps improve balance and focus.

Warrior III Pose (Virabhadrasana III) helps strengthen the legs and core while enhancing balance and concentration.

Eagle Pose (Garudasana) hold the pose for several breaths, then switch sides. Eagle pose improves balance, concentration, and coordination.

Half Moon Pose (Ardha Chandrasana) helps improve balance, strengthen the legs, and stretch the torso.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga poses for Oligospermia

Oligospermia refers to a low sperm count in men, which can affect fertility. While yoga alone may not directly treat oligospermia, it can contribute to overall health and well-being, which may indirectly benefit fertility and reproductive health.

These poses that focus on opening the hips can help improve circulation and energy flow to the pelvic region & can release tension and promote blood flow to the pelvic area.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga for Vasdhaiv Kutumbakam

Yoga for Vasdhaiv Kutumbakam means Yoga for everyone. Sun Salutation, also known as Surya Namaskar, is a dynamic sequence that involves flowing movements and synchronized breath.S un Salutation offers a holistic practice that combines physical exercise, breath awareness, and mindfulness, promoting well-being on multiple levels

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga for Hypertension

Balasana/ Child Pose Relieves stress and fatigue. It also normalizes blood circulation.

Paschimottanasana / Forward Bend Pose Helps to reduce fatty deposits in the abdominal region, thus enabling weight loss. It also acts as an effective stress reliever and normalizes high blood pressure.

Badhakonasana / Butterfly Pose Stimulates the heart and leads to better circulation of blood all over the body. It also relieves stress and weariness.

Setu Bandhasana / Bridge Pose Energizes the kidneys and soothes the nervous system. It helps to regulate the blood pressure in the body.

Ardha halasana / half plow pose Helps burn fat in the thighs, abdomen, and hips. It also helps control high blood pressure.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga For Hypotension (Low blood Pressure)

Warrior II Pose (Virabhadrasana II): Stand with your feet wide apart. Turn your right foot out to the side, keeping your left foot slightly turned in. Bend your right knee, aligning it over your ankle, and extend your arms out to the sides at shoulder height. Gaze over your right fingertips. Warrior II pose helps activate the leg muscles, promoting circulation and energizing the body.

Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana) helps stimulate the nervous system, which can gently raise blood pressure.

Corpse Pose (Savasana) helps reduce stress and promote deep relaxation, which can indirectly support blood pressure regulation.

Dirga Pranayama (Three-Part Breath): Sit in a comfortable position and close your eyes. Take a slow, deep breath into your abdomen, then expand your ribcage, and finally feel your collarbones rise as you fill your lungs completely. Exhale slowly, reversing the process. Repeat this three-part breath for several rounds, focusing on expanding your breath and energizing your body.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga for individuals with varicose veins

Yoga for individuals with varicose veins as it can help improve blood circulation, strengthen the muscles, and promote overall well-being.

Legs-Up-the-Wall Pose (Viparita Karani) This gentle inversion helps improve blood circulation and reduce swelling in the legs. Stay in this pose for several minutes, focusing on deep breathing and relaxation.

Supported Shoulder Stand (Salamba Sarvangasana) helps improve blood circulation and reduce swelling in the legs.

Reclining Hand-to-Big-Toe Pose (Supta Padangusthasana) helps improve circulation and relieve tension in the legs.

Mountain Pose (Tadasana) helps improve posture, strengthen the legs, and promote better blood circulation.

Seated Forward Fold (Paschimottanasana) helps stretch the back of the legs, improves circulation, and promotes relaxation.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga for HyperCholestrolemia/Hyperlipidemia

Sun Salutations help to increase blood circulation, warm up the body, and stimulate the cardiovascular system.

Twisting poses, such as Ardha Matsyendrasana (Half Lord of the Fishes Pose) and Parivrtta Trikonasana (Revolved Triangle Pose), help to stimulate digestion, massage the abdominal organs, and improve metabolism. These poses can support the healthy functioning of the liver and aid in managing cholesterol levels.

Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana) helps to activate the thyroid gland, which regulates cholesterol levels.

Plow Pose (Halasana) stimulates the thyroid gland and can help regulate metabolism and cholesterol levels.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga for knee pain

Standing Forward Fold (Uttanasana) helps stretch the hamstrings and calf muscles while relieving tension in the knee joints.

Warrior II (Virabhadrasana II) strengthens the legs, engages the core, and promotes stability in the knee joint.

Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana) helps strengthen the glutes and hamstrings, which can support the knee joint.

Supine Hand-to-Big-Toe Pose (Supta Padangusthasana) helps stretch the hamstrings and calf muscles, relieving tension in the knees.

Child's Pose (Balasana) provides a gentle stretch for the hips, thighs, and lower back, relieving pressure on the knees.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga for scoliosis

oga can be a beneficial practice for individuals with scoliosis, a condition characterized by an abnormal sideways curvature of the spine. While yoga may not correct the curvature itself, it can help improve posture, increase spinal flexibility, strengthen supportive muscles, and promote overall body awareness and alignment.

Spinal Awareness and Alignment: Developing an awareness of spine and posture is essential in managing scoliosis. Focus on maintaining proper alignment and lengthening through both sides of the body during your yoga practice. Pay attention to your breath and engage your core muscles to support the spine. Cat-Cow Pose (Marjaryasana-Bitilasana) helps improve spinal flexibility and promotes balance and symmetry.

Extended Triangle Pose (Utthita Trikonasana) stretches the sides of the body and helps promote balance and lengthening of the spine.

Half Lord of the Fishes Pose (Ardha Matsyendrasana) helps improve spinal mobility and promotes balance between both sides of the body.

Supported Fish Pose (Matsyasana) helps open the chest, lengthen the spine, and promote improved posture.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga For hyperthyroidism

Savasana (Corpse Pose) promotes relaxation and helps calm the nervous system, which can be beneficial for individuals with hyperthyroidism.

Sitali Pranayama (Cooling Breath) a has a cooling effect on the body and can help balance the excessive heat associated with hyperthyroidism.

Balasana (Child's Pose): Kneel on the floor and sit back on your heels. Lower your torso forward, allowing your forehead to rest on the mat. Extend your arms in front of you or rest them alongside your body. Breathe deeply and relax in this pose, which helps to calm the mind, reduce stress, and relieve fatigue.

Viparita Karani (Legs-Up-the-Wall Pose) which can help relieve stress, promote relaxation, and improve circulation.

Nadi Shodhana Pranayama (Alternate Nostril Breathing) helps balance energy and promotes overall well-being.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga For hypothyroidism

Sarvangasana (Shoulder Stand) pose stimulates the thyroid gland and helps improve blood circulation to the neck area.

Matsyasana (Fish Pose) stretches the neck and throat, stimulating the thyroid gland.

Setu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose) helps stimulate the thyroid gland and can also help alleviate fatigue and stress associated with hypothyroidism.

Pranayama (Breathing exercises) can help reduce stress, promote relaxation, and support healthy thyroid function. Practice abdominal breathing, also known as diaphragmatic breathing.

Yoga Asana & Wellness Tips

Programs - 1st June 2023 to 30th June 2023

Yoga For hypothyroidism

Chandra Namaskar, or the Moon Salutation, offers several benefits for the mind, body, and energy. Here are some of the potential benefits of practicing Chandra Namaskar:

Calming and Relaxing: Chandra Namaskar is often practiced in the evening or when you want to cultivate a sense of calm and tranquility. The sequence of poses, combined with mindful breathing, can help soothe the nervous system, reduce stress, and promote relaxation.

Cooling and Balancing: Chandra Namaskar is associated with the cooling and feminine energy of the moon. The gentle, flowing movements and open postures in the sequence help balance excessive heat in the body and create a sense of harmony. It can be particularly beneficial during times of high stress, anxiety, or during hot weather.

Stretching and Flexibility: The poses in Chandra Namaskar focus on stretching and opening the sides of the body, hips, and inner groins. Regular practice can improve flexibility in these areas, release tension, and increase the range of motion.

Hip and Groin Strength: Chandra Namaskar includes poses that engage the muscles of the hips and groins, such as Crescent Moon Pose and Goddess Pose. These poses help strengthen and tone the lower body, improve stability, and enhance overall posture.

Mind-Body Connection: Chandra Namaskar is a meditative and mindful practice that encourages to connect with the breath, body, and present moment. It promotes body awareness, self-reflection, and a deeper connection with inner self.

Energy Balance: Chandra Namaskar is considered to balance the energy channels in the body, including the lunar or cooling energy. By harmonizing and balancing these energies, it can help create a sense of equilibrium, both physically and energetically.

Wellness4U

Project Chairperson

JC Dr. Charishma Nadipilli

JCI VIZAG team is very thrilled to share the release of Wellness4U posters. A wellness series that strives in sharing daily health mantras that help in tweaking your routine lifestyles to make them easier and much more healthier. We truly hope that these tips would change people's lifestyles for better.

All these health awareness tips are curated by our JC Dr. Charishma Nadipilli

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JC Dr. Charishma Nadipilli

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Box of Kindness

Programs - May 1st to May 31st 2023

Care Taker

JC HGF Garuda Brahmaji

Continuing the service to the needy, free food and water is provided at Seahorse Junction, Visakhapatnam. Below are the pics of few instances when food and water is placed at the location.

Box of Kindness Programs - May 1st to May 31st 2023

Box of Kindness Programs - May 1st to May 31st 2023

JCI Vizag congratulates all the Zone Trainers

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THE RISE MIDCON - Region

June 25th 2023

A, B & D

Region A, B and D of Zone IV came together to celebrate the MDICON

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Co Host - JCI Vizag Elites, JCI Ichapuram

THE RISE MIDCON - Region A, B & D

June 25th 2023

THE RISE MIDCON - Region A, B & D

June 25th 2023

THE RISE MIDCON - Region A, B & D

June 25th 2023

THE RISE MIDCON - Region A, B & D

June 25th 2023

THE

RISE MIDCON - Region A, B & D

June 25th 2023

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Know the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

The SDG, Sustainable Development Goals which are also called as Global Goals are the objectives adopted by 193 Member States at the UN General Assembly Summit in 2015 and came into effect from 2016.

The 2030 Global Agenda is "Leave No One Behind" which includes 17 Goals and 169 targets that are interlinked and set a vision for Sustainable development, and it is a call for all the nations and people to protect the planet and protect the people by ending the poverty and inequality, ensuring good health and prosperity.

The following pages gives you a brief on Targets and Indicators of SDG 13 and SDG 14.

JC HGF Chaitanya Vasanthavada

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Goal 13: Climate Action

(Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts)

Target 13.1

Strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity to climate-related hazards andnaturaldisastersinallcountries

Indicator 13.1.1

Number of deaths, missing persons and directly affected persons attributedtodisastersper100,000population

Indicator 13.1.2

Number of countries that adopt and implement national disaster risk reduction strategiesinlinewiththeSendaiFrameworkforDisasterRiskReduction2015–2030

Indicator 13.1.3

Proportionoflocalgovernments thatadoptandimplementlocaldisasterriskreduction strategiesinlinewithnationaldisasterriskreductionstrategies

Target 13.2

Integrate climate change measures into national policies, strategies andplanning

Indicator 13.2.1

Number of countries that have communicated the establishment or operationalization of an integrated policy/strategy/plan which increases their ability to adapt to the adverse impacts of climate change, and foster climate resilience and low greenhouse gas emissions development in a manner that does not threaten food production (including a national adaptation plan, nationally determined contribution, national communication,biennialupdatereportorother)

Target 13.3

Improve education, awareness raising and human and institutional capacity on climate change mitigation, adaptation, impact reduction andearlywarning

Indicator 13.3.1

Number of countries that have integrated mitigation, adaptation, impact reductionandearlywarningintoprimary,secondaryandtertiarycurricula

Indicator 13.3.2

Number of countries that have communicated the strengthening of institutional, systemic and individual capacity-building to implement adaptation, mitigation and technologytransfer,anddevelopmentactions

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Goal 13: Climate Action

(Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts)

Target 13.A

Implementthecommitmentundertakenbydeveloped-countrypartiesto theUnitedNationsFrameworkConventiononClimateChangetoagoal of mobilizing jointly $100 billion annually by 2020 from all sources to addresstheneedsofdevelopingcountriesinthecontextofmeaningful mitigation actions and transparency on implementation and fully operationalize the Green Climate Fund through its capitalization as soonaspossible

Indicator 13.A.1

MobilizedamountofUnitedStatesdollarsperyearbetween2020and2025accountable towardsthe$100billioncommitment

Target 13.B

Promote mechanisms for raising capacity for effective climate changerelated planning and management in least developed countries and small island developing States, including focusing on women, youth andlocalandmarginalizedcommunities

Indicator 13.B.1

Number of least developed countries and small island developing States that are receiving specialized support, and amount of support, including finance, technology and capacity-building, for mechanisms for raising capacities for effective climate change-related planning and management, including focusing on women, youth and local and marginalizedcommunities

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Goal 14: Life Below Water

(Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development)

Target 14.1

By 2025, prevent and significantly reduce marine pollution of all kinds, inparticularfromland-basedactivities,includingmarinedebrisand nutrientpollution

Indicator 14.1.1

Indexofcoastaleutrophicationandfloatingplasticdebrisdensity

Target 14.2

By 2020, sustainably manage and protect marine and coastal ecosystems to avoid significant adverse impacts, including by strengthening their resilience, and take action for their restoration in ordertoachievehealthyandproductiveoceans

Indicator 14.2.1

Proportion of national exclusive economic zones managed using ecosystem-basedapproaches

Target 14.3

Minimize and address the impacts of ocean acidification, including throughenhancedscientificcooperationatalllevels

Indicator 14.3.1

Averagemarineacidity(pH) measured at agreed suite of representative samplingstations

Target 14.4

By 2020, effectively regulate harvesting and end overfishing, illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing and destructive fishing practices and implement science-based management plans, in order to restore fish stocks in the shortest time feasible, at least to levels that can produce maximum sustainable yield as determined by their biological characteristics

Indicator 14.4.1

Proportionoffishstockswithinbiologicallysustainablelevels

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Goal 14: Life Below Water

(Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development)

Target 14.5

By 2020, conserve at least 10 per cent of coastal and marine areas, consistent with national and international law and based on the best availablescientificinformation

Indicator 14.5.1

Coverageofprotectedareasinrelationtomarineareas

Target 14.6

By 2020, prohibit certain forms of fisheries subsidies which contribute to overcapacity and overfishing, eliminate subsidies that contribute to illegal,unreportedandunregulatedfishingandrefrainfromintroducing new such subsidies, recognizing that appropriate and effective special and differential treatment for developing and least developed countries should be an integral part of the World Trade Organization fisheries subsidiesnegotiation

Indicator 14.6.1

Progress by countries in the degree of implementation of international instruments aimingtocombatillegal,unreportedandunregulatedfishing

Target 14.7

By 2030, increase the economic benefits to small island developing States and least developed countries from the sustainable use of marine resources, including through sustainable management of fisheries,aquacultureandtourism

Indicator 14.7.1

SustainablefisheriesasaproportionofGDPinsmallislanddeveloping States,leastdevelopedcountriesandallcountries

Target 14.A

Increase scientific knowledge, develop research capacity and transfer marine technology, taking into account the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission Criteria and Guidelines on the Transfer of Marine Technology, in order to improve ocean health and to enhance the contribution of marine biodiversity to the development of developing countries, in particular small island developing States and leastdevelopedcountries

Indicator 14.A.1

Proportion of total research budget allocated to research in the field of marine technology

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Goal 14: Life Below Water

(Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development)

Target 14.B

Provide access for small-scale artisanal fishers to marine resources andmarkets

Indicator 14.B.1

Progress by countries in the degree of application of a legal/ regulatory/policy/institutionalframeworkwhichrecognizesandprotects accessrightsforsmallscalefisheries

Target 14.C

Enhance the conservation and sustainable use of oceans and their resources by implementing international law as reflected in the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, which provides the legal framework for the conservation and sustainable use of oceans and theirresources

Indicator 14.C.1

Number of countries making progress in ratifying, accepting and implementingthroughlegal,policyandinstitutionalframeworks,oceanrelatedinstrumentsthatimplementinternationallaw,asreflectedinthe United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, for the conservation andsustainableuseoftheoceansandtheirresources

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" Developing Leaders for a Changing World"

Membership open for ages 18 to 40

Mission: "To provide leadership development opportunities that empower young people to create positive change."

Vision: "To be the foremost Global Network of Young Leaders"