SLOW DOWN: Yoga offers us the chance to stop, gain perspective and return to the present moment. It also activates our parasympathetic nervous system responsible for calming the mind and relieving stress symptoms like insomnia, indigestion, aches and pains.
BOOST HAPPY HORMONES: Yoga helps to stimulate the release of serotonin, the hormone responsible for feelings of happiness. Maintaining our practice during the Holidays helps offset seasonal depression.
FIND STABILITY: The longer our ‘To Do’ list, the more agitated our nervous system usually is, as we generally multi-task in order to maximize time. This keeps us on perpetual go, which means cortisol (stress hormone) levels are high and most of our energy is in our head. Yoga provides the opportunity to connect, stabilize and ground ourselves.
INCREASE IMMUNE FUNCTION: Due to the cold weather, the body’s inner fire or agni is often less efficient. Thus, our natural virus and bacteria fighting power has cooled down. Our breathing/pranayama in our yoga practice creates heat in our bodies and supports our immunity.
RE-ENERGIZE: Understandably, it’s hard to avoid the merry-making abundance of sugary treats, alcohol and heavy foods at this time of year. These indulgences slow down our digestive systems and metabolism, making us feel heavy and tired. Our yoga practice stimulates circulation as our twisting asanas release stagnation in the organs, leaving us feeling alert and energized
BOOST HAPPY HORMONES: Yoga helps to stimulate the release of serotonin, the hormone responsible for feelings of happiness. Maintaining our practice during the Holidays helps offset seasonal depression.
FIND STABILITY: The longer our ‘To Do’ list, the more agitated our nervous system usually is, as we generally multi-task in order to maximize time. This keeps us on perpetual go, which means cortisol (stress hormone) levels are high and most of our energy is in our head. Yoga provides the opportunity to connect, stabilize and ground ourselves.
INCREASE IMMUNE FUNCTION: Due to the cold weather, the body’s inner fire or agni is often less efficient. Thus, our natural virus and bacteria fighting power has cooled down. Our breathing/pranayama in our yoga practice creates heat in our bodies and supports our immunity.
RE-ENERGIZE: Understandably, it’s hard to avoid the merry-making abundance of sugary treats, alcohol and heavy foods at this time of year. These indulgences slow down our digestive systems and metabolism, making us feel heavy and tired. Our yoga practice stimulates circulation as our twisting asanas release stagnation in the organs, leaving us feeling alert and energized