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Introducing Cherokee middle school students to yoga for holistic well-being. Enhance physical flexibility, strength, mental clarity, and emotional balance. Practice basic poses like Mountain, Warrior, and Downward-Facing Dog for overall health improvement.
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Beginning Yoga for Cherokee Middle School Physical Education
Physical benefits: • increased flexibility. • increased muscle strength and tone. • Increased longevity • improved respiration, energy and vitality. • maintaining a balanced metabolism. • weight reduction. • cardio and circulatory health. • improved athletic performance. • protection from injury. • Mental benefits: • relieves stress and anxiety • sharpens concentration • improves mood • increases mindfulness • Mindfulness is focusing on the present moment without judgment.
3 major considerations for yoga practice: • Every movement is intentional. • Moves are practiced slowly. • You never force a movement.