For Women & Teens
Regular movement and exercise is essential in staying healthy, reducing stress & minimizing the negative effects of hormonal changes. This is especially important during the teen and transitional years of a young woman's life. Yoga will not only strengthen and elasticize the muscles but also massage and tone the internal organs, relax and restore the metabolic & physiological balance of the body, and calm emotions. While learning the classic breathing techniques & postures at your own pace, an emphasis can also be placed on learning those that are dynamic, restorative & beneficial to the glandular and reproductive systems. A daily simple practice of targeted postures (asanas) will ultimately lead to increased physical and mental alertness, focus, balance, endurance, renewed energy & vitality. When beginning a yoga practice, set simple goals such as: focus on maintaining and improving overall health, balancing the hormonal system and easing stress. Yoga is not a competitive activity, not even with your own self, so you can practice at your own pace, and challenge yourself to learn something new as you feel ready. Listen to your body signals as to when to stop. Discomfort is okay to a point, pain is never okay and never "normal". Pain is the body telling you something is not right. If something is painful or does not feel right to your body, listen! *Although yoga has been studied and found to be a safe, ancient time-tested science & exercise system that can benefit everyone, young or old, please check with your doctor or health professional before you begin any lifestyle change or new exercise program. |
| In addition to relaxing breaths and postures, you can also reduce cramping, headaches and other symptoms associated with PMS by trying the following:
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| Relax with an "Ageless Milk Bath" (Recipe & Article) |
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Breathing exercises are simple, portable and can help the body and mind relax. When you breathe deeply & correctly it sends a calming message to your brain. Belly Breathing is one of the ways to manage stress, and can be done anywhere at anytime as much as needed!. How to do Belly Breathing: 1.Lie down in a comfortable position. 2.Put one hand on your belly just below your ribs and the other hand on your chest. 3.Take a deep breath – in through your nose, and let your belly push your hand out. The hand on your chest should not move. 4.Breathe out, through your lips as if you’re whistling. The hand on your belly should go in and be used to push the air out. 5.Repeat this action between 3 to 10 times. Don't get frustrated if you can't do it right away. Most of us start out as infants breathing this way, and develop bad habits over time. Most teens/adults only use 1/3 of their actual lung capacity. By practicing Belly Breath, not only will it increase the amount of oxygen your body takes in to use, but it will help expel toxins better and enhance & strengthen the immune system. Once you have mastered your Belly Breathing, you can try doing your Belly Breathing when you are sitting. Then, try it at different times during the day, even when you are standing. Notice that it is very relaxing. You can use it at anytime, especially when you have symptoms of anxiety or panic. Many of the "scary sensations" of panic are related to "hyperventilation", which simply means rapid breathing. During panic, people tend to breathe from the chest instead of from the belly. Breathing rapidly from the chest increases anxiety. Breathing slowly from the belly lowers anxiety and reduces many of the sensations and symptoms of panic. *Breathing can be used effectively as an immediate intervention to a crisis, however if you suffer from chronic panic please seek the advice of a qualified doctor. |
Last Update, 12/2/11
| Dance/Cheer/Yoga!- Sports Yoga for Girls Designed for girls age 8-12 who are involved in dance, cheer leading & gymnastics to teach injury prevention, proper body movement, strength & teamwork, while cultivating an accepting and winning attitude. (Non-athletes are always welcome!) *Contact Barbara to schedule a workshop with your studio or squad: 215-257-3193 Summer Group Session TBA! Serenity Health & Fitness- Red Hill, PA Cyndi: 267-261-4037 |
| Practicing yoga helps teens develop the body-mind connection. This connection not only improves body image but also promotes better posture and even alleviates stress. Read more here... |
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| The Sun Salutations is an excellent exercise for girls (and boys) to practice every day. It warms and loosens up the spine and increases oxygen to the brain. Want to learn more? Go to the link below! |
| Would you like to try it? Download instructions here! |
| Printable Downloads for Dancers: |
| Finding ways to change the behavior and thinking behind issues that cause and perpetuate domestic violence. |
| Workshops For Teens & Women To book a workshop or private class for your group, studio or venue, contact Barbara@bodylogique.com |
 | Caring for the Caregiver: Yoga -Based Stress Management |
A 4 hour comprehensive “hands on” workshop designed specifically for parents, educators, medical staff and other adult caregivers of children with
tension, relax mental fatigue, reduce the emotional effects of stress & re-energize you: mind & body.
*Locations & Dates TBA
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| We offer Personalized Stress Management, Yoga & Nutrition coaching for teens & women, with a focus on mothers, educators, caregivers & families of special needs children. Please contact Barbara by e-mail: Barbara@bodylogique.com for your complimentary consultation. |
Adaptive Movement Education
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"Moving the Body~Engaging The Senses ~Inspiring Learning"
"Moving the Body~Engaging The Senses ~Inspiring Learning"