Take a big breath, reach for the sky and clear your mind of economic worry.
Practicing yoga at work has been known to reduce job related injuries and absenteeism, increase flexibility and strength and minimize healthcare costs. Its latest claim to fame, however, is relieving anxiety caused by recessionary fears.
Precisely because of their economic problems, folks are starting to feel that a calming yoga session is a luxury they cannot afford to be without. The classes I teach at New York City health clinic Callen Lorde, where gentle movement and inner focus is emphasized, have also been packed to capacity over the last several months.
But you needn't search for a group class in order to feel the benefits of yoga. The next time you need a break, skip the coffee and try one of these simple desk yoga sequences. Each one should take only three minutes or so. Practice two or three at a time, taking your time and being as easeful as possible without rushing. Remember, this is your time. The exercises below were developed with the help of Reflections Yoga director Paula Tursi, who provides weekly on site yoga classes to businesses including the Jewish Heritage Museum, the Church Pension Group and Young & Rubicam.
By Janet Aschkenasy
THE LATEST ASANA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
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