Wellness Works The Health and Fitness Center
Yoga ...
... awakens the body, sharpens the mind, and clarifies the spirit.
... can be practiced by anyone regardless of fitness level and personal or fitness goals.
... can help you reduce stress and aids in digestion, improves circulation, and tones your organs.
... increases flexibility and joint mobility, which improves your posture.
... enhances the way you look, feel, move, breathe, and interact with the world.
... builds superior muscle strength and endurance.
... refines balance through physical and mental concentration.
... strengthens breathing.
... teaches you to listen to how you feel and to be more comfortable in your own body.
... is for everyone.
Yoga Classes
Wellness Works offers several types of yoga classes that are included in general membership. Beginning yoga classes are available and we have other classes that are recommended for all experience levels. For the veteran yoga practioner, we generally offer at least one class on a more advanced level. Check our monthly calendar to see the class types and levels currently offered.
A few more facts about Yoga:
Anyone can do Yoga; it's just a matter of starting at the appropriate level and remembering that you aren't competing with anyone. Yoga doesn't hurt; you go at your own pace, do what you enjoy, and stop before you feel pain. You can do as much or as little as you like; you may find you want to learn about meditation, chanting, and breathing techniques. However, you can always benefit from simply practicing the poses. If you are trying yoga for the first time, give it at least a month before deciding if you like it. It requires some time to become accustomed to the postures and really feel benefits. Yoga can help you relieve stress and manage your stress levels. Yoga is for both women and men; everyone can benefit from increasing their strength, body control, flexibility, and muscle tone.
