Virtual/Instructor-led training
Desk Yoga
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Introduction
This Desk Yoga class is designed for individuals looking to incorporate some physical activity into their workday. The class will guide participants through various yoga poses that can be performed right at their desk, providing a convenient and effective way to reduce tension, improve posture, and increase circulation.
Suitable for all levels, from those new to yoga to experienced practitioners, the class will provide simple yet effective poses that can be easily incorporated into one’s daily routine.
Details
- Presentation Length: 30min, 45min sessions
- Participant Numbers: 15-500+
- Virtual and In-person options available
- Sessions can be recorded for internal use
- Onsite training available globally: North & South America, EMEIA, APAC, LATAM
- Languages: English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian, Mandarin, Arabic, Japanese, and Malay.
- Introduction to yoga poses: Participants will be introduced to various yoga poses that can be performed while sitting at a desk, and the benefits of each pose.
- Warm-up exercises: Participants will be led through a series of warm-up exercises designed to loosen up the body and prepare it for the yoga session.
- Desk yoga poses: The main part of the class will be dedicated to practicing yoga poses that can be performed while sitting at a desk. These poses will focus on stretching and strengthening the neck, shoulders, back, and legs.
- Breathing techniques: Participants will learn various breathing techniques that can be used to reduce stress and improve focus during the workday.
- Cool-down exercises: The class will conclude with a series of cool-down exercises to help participants transition back to their work and relieve any residual tension.
Throughout the class, participants will be guided through each pose and technique by a qualified instructor, ensuring that they are performing the exercises correctly and safely
The Desk Yoga class offers specific benefits that can improve one’s workday, including:
- Improved posture: Poor posture can lead to physical discomfort and fatigue, and can even increase the risk of injury. Practicing yoga poses while sitting at a desk can help to improve posture, reducing physical discomfort and promoting better alignment.
- Increased flexibility: Sitting in the same position for long periods can lead to stiffness and discomfort, especially in the neck, shoulders, and back. The stretching and twisting motions performed during the class can help to increase flexibility, reducing stiffness and discomfort, and allowing for better movement throughout the workday.
- Better circulation: Sitting for long hours at a desk can lead to poor circulation. The stretching and contracting of muscles performed during the class can help to increase blood flow and improve circulation, reducing the risk of these issues and promoting overall health.
- Reduced tension and stress: The workday can be stressful and demanding, and physical discomfort can only exacerbate this. Practicing yoga can help to reduce physical and mental tension, promoting relaxation and reducing stress, allowing for better focus and productivity during the workday.
- Strengthened muscles: Certain yoga poses can help to strengthen the muscles of the neck, shoulders, back, and legs, which can alleviate physical discomfort and reduce the risk of injury. This can improve overall physical well-being and enhance the ability to perform work-related tasks with ease.
By incorporating yoga into their workday, participants can experience these benefits and take control of their physical and mental well-being while on the job. The Desk Yoga class is a convenient and effective way to enhance overall health and improve quality of life during the workday.
By the end of this session, participants will have gained a deeper understanding of the benefits of incorporating yoga into their workday. They will have practiced various yoga poses and breathing techniques that can be performed while sitting at a desk, and will have experienced the physical and mental benefits of these exercises.
Physical Health Disclaimer:
Participants should consult a physician before starting any fitness program, especially if they have any pre-existing medical conditions. Physical activity, including virtual and onsite fitness classes, carries an inherent risk of injury.
