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health OCEAN VIEW
Pilatesexercises
programme,Yogahelpsyoutofocus ofthebodycanbeparticularlyhelpful.
on physical and mental wellbeing. Easilyillustratedanddemonstrated,
The positions held are designed to Yoga is possible to learn at home
promote a free flow of energy frombooksandvideos.Manypeople
through the body and many people find that going to a regular class not
claim to experience a feeling of only helps them to master more
relaxation akin to a meditative state difficult positions but reminds them
duringYogaclasses. to take time out of their hectic
Movements can be isolated to work schedule to practice and work on
on one particular part of the body, their Yoga. Classes also provide a
althoughtheideaistotrainholistically. great chance to meet new people
For people who have a limited range with similar interests and an
of movement (the elderly and the opportunity to experience some of
disabled, for example, as well as the other benefits ofYoga, taught by
those with a long standing injury or peoplemoreexperienced.
chronic condition which prohibits You may even have a chance to try
other forms of exercise), movements outoneoftheseformsofexerciseon
and poses that can be done sitting board – check the ship’s itinerary as
down or that only use specific parts Yoga and Pilates classes are often
available on board.What better way
to further relax and refresh yourself
duringyourcruise?
Yoga is not out of reach to anyone,
whatever their age, shape or size.
“Yoga helps to strengthen muscles without
Giveitatryandyoumightfindanew
hobby and even a new, healthier,
putting the body under too much stress.” moreactiveyou!
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