wellbeing
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wellbeing EXPERIENCE Summer is slowly becoming more than just a dream. The sun is starting to beat down on us, and in the beam of sunshine it can be easy to lose sight of what is important in life: time to relax. With the hustle and bustle of life you may find that you don’t have enough time to focus on unwinding at the end of the day.This can have serious effects on your mood, appetite and sleep.
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Yoga is an excellent daily practice to get into.Yoga is not about being good at something but about being good to yourself.The practice allows you to give yourself time to think, move and feel better. It is a practice that originated in India around 5,000 years ago and this ancient form of exercise has been noted to have plenty of health benefits. Whether you suffer from poor posture, want to improve your core strength or simply want to become more flexible, yoga is for you.
Stay Connected have researched the best yoga poses for staying cool this summer. Grab yourself a cold water, a yoga mat or a towel so that you can be comfortable whilst working on the floor. Ensure you have enough open space to move freely. Perhaps try doing your yoga practice in the garden during a hot sunny day!
Down facing dog This is a beginners move. It requires putting your feet and hands flat on your yoga mat or towel.This pose energizes and rejuvenates the body, by deeply stretching your hamstrings, shoulders, calves, hands and spine.You also build strength with your arms as you continue your yoga practice and you will see the difference over time. Regular practise of the downward facing dog move can improve digestion, back pain and help prevent osteoporosis. Be sure to check with your doctor if you are worried before doing any yoga pose. Do not practice downward facing dog if you have severe carpal
