Yoga Classes Now Being Offered at DUSON

January 15, 2016

Faculty, staff and students are invited to start their new year by joining one of two yoga classes being offered at DUSON this semester starting Wednesday, Jan. 20.

Classes will take place in the CND on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. and 4:45 to 5:45 p.m.

Yoga is a form of exercise that creates strength, awareness and harmony in both the mind and the body. Yoga typically includes activities such as breathing exercises, meditation and assuming postures that stretch and flex various muscle groups.

According to the American Osteopathic Association, physical benefits of yoga include:

Increased flexibility
Increased muscle strength and tone
Improved respiration, energy and vitality
Maintaining a balanced metabolism
Weight reduction
Cardio and circulatory health
Improved athletic performance
Protection from injury

In addition to the physical benefits, one of the best benefits is how it helps a person manage stress, mental clarity and calmness, increase body awareness, centers attention, and sharpens concentration.

ALL LEVELS ARE WELCOME. For more information, contact Certified and Registered Yoga Instructor Colleen Baird by email at cmbaird88@gmail.com.