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Connected Warriors.” – Michael, SGM, U.S. Army Veteran with 20 years in service, RYT-200
A YOGA self-practice will help you learn how to handle stressful situations in a more relaxed manner by quieting and focusing your mind, which encourages positive thoughts and self-acceptance. By increasing relaxation and lowering stress, you may feel benefits in the following areas:
• Longer and deeper sleep
• Increased strength, flexibility, balance and focus
• Increased resiliency to stress
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Heightened cardiovascular conditioning, lower blood pressure and weight management
Stronger bones, improved immune functions and increased oxygen supply to the body
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• A non-pharmaceutical method to manage pain and relieve stress
Improved mental and physical health; management of PTS and TBI symptoms
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Trauma-Conscious Yoga
Improved self-confidence, self-worth, enhanced ease and equanimity in daily life
Some benefits of correct breathing are a flexible spine, improved posture, healthy nervous, immune and autonomic systems, improved circulation, increased oxygenated blood and improved metabolism.
Some symptoms of incorrect breathing are bad posture, restricted movements, nervous tension, anxiety, poor circulation, lung/breathing conditions, fatigue and depression.
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