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Welcome to Elizabeth Cremming
My name is Elizabeth Cremming & i would like to welcome you all to Yoga. To the spirit and practice of Awareness.
The form of Yoga we practice is Integral Yoga which is based on Hatha Yoga and other forms of Yoga, these include breathing cycle and gentle exercises called Asana, which will gently stretch and tone the muscles and joints giving you a feeling of well being. We also cover Raja yoga which includes medication and stillness of the mind.
Many people are realizing that Yoga with its slow deliberate movements performed with concentration and correct breathing, has been proven to be the most effective way to relax our body and mind. Deep breathing from the diaphragm can help to prevent the body's damaging reaction to stress.
Yoga originated some 2,000 years ago India. It has been adapted and adjusted to Western civilization to suit our modern day lifestyle, yet has the same principles and benefits that were originally intended by the wise pioneers of Yoga.
Benefits of Yoga
The gentle stretches, twists and limbering help release tension, tight muscles and joints giving an obvious increase in suppleness, freedom of movement and posture.
Many of us have forgotten how to breathe correctly using shallow breathing and not making full use of the lungs. Proper breathing will bring more oxygen to the blood and to the brain, revitalizing the body, control our emotions and create clarity of mind.
The most important rule in Yoga is to listen to your body. You can only start from the place where you are now. Yoga is an individual practice and totally non competitive bringing awareness to your body both physically and mentally. It is never too late to begin, remember this is your body, it needs careful tending and nurturing and should be a comfortable place to live in throughout your lifetime.
Some Cautions
Wear comfortable clothing that does not restrict breathing or circulation.Do not practice on a full stomach or full bladder.Do not take any medication (unless it is necessary), nicotine, alcohol or coffee just before class, as it is absorbed very quickly into the blood stream.Allow 4 hours after a heavy meal - 2 hrs after a light mealListen to your body, don't strain or force your body beyond its capacity.Stop if pain persists. Any pain felt during postures should be temporary, any persistent pain is a sign of physical problem and is the way your body communicates. So stop, listen and rest if necessary.Dizziness, discomfort, face turning red or tiredness is a warning to stop and rest till you are ready to join in again.Remember bodies react differently every day.Please let me know if you are pregnant or have any health issues so that i can guide you safely through your practice. Any major problems, please obtain a clearance from your doctor.Don't hold your breath. learn to synchronize breath with movement.
Pregnancy
Dont begin a Yoga class if you are pregnant and have never practiced before. Do not include movements that restrict the abdomen or exercise to a point that you become fatigued or breathless.
Menstruation
It is best to take it easy for the first few days, avoid strenuous exercises that pressurize the abdomen. Avoid back arches or inverted postures.
Try and use the same mat and blanket for your Yoga practice only. Keep them special.Try and arrive a little early to allow time to relax and settle.Try to practice some of the movements and breathing that you learn in class.Practice will bring suppleness to the spine and joints, relax the nervous system and give you a feeling of well being.
May the peace of Yoga be with you
QUALIFICATION DETAILS
Corporate Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Meditation, Reiki, Swedish Relaxation Massage, Vinyasa Yoga, Yoga
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