Mindfulness
Train the brain and engender a peaceful, clearer state of mind by using techniques such as meditation, mindfulness, journaling and breathing exercises.
Mindfulness can encourage the mind to be fully present and conscious in everything that is done. Find gratitude for each moment and experience. This class is about exploring both of these things via breath-work, affirmation, meditation and more.
Geek Notes
Benefits of mindfulness-based programs include:
- Improving wellbeing and quality of life
- Improving cognition
- Improving mood.
- Reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression
- Improving sleep
- Reducing loneliness.
- Increasing awareness and self-reflection
- Increasing elf-acceptance
- Engaging in healthier habits of selfcare
- Experiencing better relationships with family and friends.
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Benefits of Yoga, a multicomponent exercise, include:
- Improving balance
- Improving strength
- Improving flexibility
- Improving mental wellbeing
- Maintaining cognition
- Improving quality of life
- Improving functional ability
- Preventing falls.
WHO recommends that people 65 years or older you should aim to do multicomponent exercise at least 3 times a week. If you are new to any exercise, start by doing small amounts and adjust how much you do based on your fitness and strength levels.
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