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Not Into “Yoga”? Think Of It As…

OK so you may not be a fan of what we call, Yoga… Too “woo woo” for you.  Not interested in grabbing your foot behind your head, (not that I can do that either) or hearing the term “Downward Dog” makes you think you should have a bowl with your name on it on the floor while you do it. For you it’s not about the “connection”. You just want to get healthy and pick up the keys you dropped on the floor without throwing your back out into the twilight zone.

So for this lesson, lets just call it… stretching.  How’s that? 🙂 “Stretching” has SO many benefits.  Just start a program of stretching, and you’ll soon notice many of them.  Some of the benefits of stretching are:

  • relief from pain
  • increased energy levels
  • increased flexibility
  • better range of motion of the joints
  • greater circulation of blood to various parts of the body
  • relaxation and stress relief
  • enhanced muscular coordination
  • improved posture
  • greater sense of well-being
  • GREAT compliment to a weight training routine!

–>>Click HERE to workout and practice w/me at my Outdoor Yoga/Stretching in San Diego!

Increased flexibility and range of motion:

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Benefits Of Body Flexibility

THE TOUGHEST part about working out and going to a class to get fit is usually “finding the time” do it.

I have the philosophy that if something in your life is very important to you, then you will magically find the time in your schedule to do it. No matter what that importance is: Your job, children, relationship, family your home, money, drama, etc. But what about your health? What percentage of your life do you dedicate to your fitness, nutrition and well-being? How much time do you spend on social media and technology vs. doing something for yourself?

I have come to understand that what we give PRIORITY to, shows up THE MOST in your life. That none of the things that I mentioned above, you will be any good for, if you are not healthy and feeling good! (But really, get rid of the drama!) One of the many aspects of fitness and wellness that I am a fan of is…

FLEXIBILITY!

Did you know that you can reduce stress and improve your health while burning calories just by doing just 10-15 minutes of stretching a few times a day? Not only does stretching improve blood flow and flexibility, it also provides a variety of other health benefits. Read on to find out just 5 of the many benefits of getting flexible:

Decreased Risk of Injury:

An effective flexibility training program (like Yoga) can improve your physical performance and help reduce your risk of injury. By improving your range of motion, your body requires less energy to make the same movements and you also will have more flexible joints thus lessening the likelihood of injuries sustained during workouts, or any other time.Beach yoga

Improved Posture:

Recent research has shown that static stretching can reduce muscle soreness after exercise. These slow, gradual movements involve a controlled elongation of the muscle through it’s full range of motion, and is then held for 15-30 seconds in the farthest position that can be held without pain. By stretching in this way, you can improve muscular balance and your resting posture.

Classes: CLICK HERE to check out Restoration/Sunset Yoga with Drew

Reduce Lower Back Pain:

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Are You Yoga Shy??

Yoga Shy I have met so many people in my community and all over the nation that have told me that they are shy or embarrassed to attend a simple little yoga class…

Yes, it’s true… Even going to one of my Outdoor Yoga Classes.  Are you one of those?

You REALLY REALLY want to try it! You REALLY REALLY know it’s super good for you! And you REALLY REALLY know the benefits of stretching, breathing and taking time for yourself.  Are you one of those?

But something about not knowing how to do a yoga pose and being utterly humiliated in a group class just does not sound appealing.  Are you one of those?

Ha ha! Ok, I’m giving you a hard time. Maybe you are or maybe not and YOU ARE NOT ALONE!! But I might have a solution for you if you think you might be little “yoga shy”. Check this out:

Starting in January 2016 I began working with individuals (on a beginner to intermediate level) of all populations to get personalized, One-on-One Yoga/Flexibility Fitness sessions! Just you and me as you learn and guide yourself through the not-so-scary process of learning how to do yoga and to get your body and mind strong… Heart Pose

Just like a Certified Personal Trainer, (which I am! *whew*) I will work with you MOSTLY to ease your fears about doing yoga, increasing your flexibility and range of motion in your body. As well as muscle strengthening, help to correct imbalances and the best part: You get ALL of my attention! All in a comfortable, nurturing, non-threatening and sometimes humorous environment.

Check out my “Personal Yoga/Flex Training” page to get more details AND BENEFITS working with your own “Yoga Coach” and experience a serene way via the San Diego outdoor Elements to learn something you have always wanted to try! Click Below:

CLICK HERE to get un-shy about Yoga!

Continue reading below if you are a current student or client of mine and would like to leave a comment and share your experience learning Yoga in the beautiful San Diego Outdoors with me! I would LOVE to hear from you!

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