Clearing the Energy Centers (dan tiens) – gentle spinal twisting

Moving the spinal column in “all directions, every day” is a why to maintain flexibility and strength of the spine and its many components. Gentle twisting or rotation in the horizontal transverse plane, is also a way to directly exercise the organs by making them move and slide against each other breaking down adhesions.

Circulation is also increased as the gentle twisting provides a “tourniquet effect” of the blood flow being somewhat restricted and then released to flush through the veins and arteries.

Watch the video to see one method of stretching the spine, relieving stress, increasing oxygen intake and becoming more self-aware.

If you need help in getting yourself moving, consider attending one of my classes or some one-on-one instruction. Contact me for more information on getting started at 407-234-0119 or http://www.MindandBodyExercises.com

Gain Better Balance by Losing Your Balance

Gain Better Balance by Losing Your Balance – Methods to Improve Balance!

Often times people don’t realize how poor their vestibular balance has become. Vestibular balance is the type of balance that allows you to walk straight, stand up quickly, prevents dizziness and many other things. Why wait to trip or stumble to prepare for what inevitably happens to us as we age? By practicing exercises that make you lose your balance, you can train your mind and body to gain better balance.

Three things that can effect your balance:
1) flexibility and strength of the musculoskeletal system. (think of tight or weak toes, ankles, hips and back)

2) crystallization of the fluid in the vestibule tubes within the inner ear. (try for good daily hydration and movement of the muscles through the neck and spine and legs)

3) awareness of you and your surroundings as to where you stand, how you walk, the type of shoes you wear, where you are looking when you moving, etc.

Watch the video to see one method of improving balance, increasing range of motion and becoming more self-aware.

Twisting & Rolling the Spine – increase flexibility while releasing tension!

You try to save money and resources before an emergency, right? Why not exercise regularly before an injury or ailment, in the same manner – to have the resources when you need them.

Tai Chi and Qigong (yoga) are a few of the methods that focus on specific movements of the body’s core (housing the internal organs) as well as exercises for the hands and feet. Exercising the arms and legs can be good methods to increase general cardio fitness, but exercising the core is where the organs are located. On your car, do you just check the tires or have maintenance on the engine, drive train, muffler, etc.? Hopefully, all!

Watch the video to see one method of relieving pain, increasing range of motion and becoming more self-aware.

Stretching & Rolling the Spine – a way to relieve chronic pain

Most people understand that a healthy spine is good for overall health. If you have neck or back issues, how is your activity level effected? Probably greatly, for many suffering from chronic pain.

Swimming, running, cycling and weight training can be great exercise methods for maintaining overall fitness. But for keeping the spine healthy, flexible and strong – not so much. Instead of exercising your biceps, chest and abnomen for appearance alone, why not exercise your spine to maintain your ability to participate in whatever activities you enjoy?

Watch the video to see one method of relieving pain, increasing range of motion and becoming more self-aware.

Qigong & Dao Yin – methods to prevent illness & injuries

Qigong & Dao Yin have been around for thousands of years (origins between 5000-1500 BC) but does that matter?

Well, yes! These methods have proven the test of time. The “new” health care program is actually the “old” program that has worked for millions of people over the years.

Accountability for ones own health – take a pill or eat better. Surgery or exercise to fix an ailment. Qigong is not the answer for everyone or all issues, but why not look into it before making …decisions that will effect the rest of your health and life?

Watch the attached video for a 6-minute sample of one of my group follow-along class. For more info, contact at 407-234-0119 or
www.MindAndBodyExercises.com