Tag: Oncology

Explore ways to cope with the stress of a cancer diagnosis and treatment with these gentle exercise, Yoga, and Meditation classes.

Qigong Sat. 10AM ET/ 9AM CT/8AM MT/ 7AM PT

Qigong, which is sometimes spelled Chi-Kung (and pronounced chee-gung), is the study and practice of cultivating vital life-force through various techniques, including: Breathing techniques. Postures. Meditations. Guided imagery.

*This class will be 20 minutes.

This registration includes the Saturday 9AM CT Qigong classes.

You should consult your health care professional before starting this or any other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs. Do not start this fitness program if your physician or health care provider advises against it. If you experience faintness, dizziness, pain, or shortness of breath at any time while exercising, you should stop immediately.

Exercise for Active Seniors Sat. 9:00am ET/ 8:00am CT/ 7:00am MT/ 6:00am PT

This fitness class includes warm-up, aerobics, balance, strength training and stretching exercises that can be done in a seated or standing position. The class is designed to help you maintain or improve your strength, flexibility, and balance. All levels are welcome.

You should consult your health care professional before starting this or any other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs. Do not start this fitness program if your physician or health care provider advises against it. If you experience faintness, dizziness, pain or shortness of breath at any time while exercising, you should stop immediately.

Yoga for Chronic Illness FRI 9:00AM ET/8:00AM CT/7:00AM MT/6:00AM PT

There is overwhelming evidence that yoga can benefit chronic pain, fatigue, impaired mobility, and neurological dysfunction associated with chronic illness. Explore the benefits of yoga in managing pain and the psychological effects of chronic illness.

You should consult your health care professional before starting this or any other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs. Do not start this fitness program if your physician or health care provider advises against it. If you experience faintness, dizziness, pain or shortness of breath at any time while exercising, you should stop immediately.

Breath of Fire Breathing THURS. 6:00PM ET/ 5:00PM CT/ 4:00PM MT/ 3:00PM PT

This class combines traditional yoga practice with breathwork and meditation.
Breath of Fire and Alternate Nostril breathing combine as the perfect pair for those who experience concern about their lungs before, during or after infection with Covid-19.
Breath of Fire is a kriya (or lung cleansing exercise) that involves rapid/forceful expelling the breath out through the nostrils, which reduces CO2 levels in the blood and increases O2 availability – creating a “total cleansing of the lungs” – which can be a non-pharmaceutical preventative measure for viruses that affect the lungs. This practice also strengthens and tones the abdominal muscles, supports weight loss & improves digestion.

Alternate nostril breathing is a balancing exercise for the brain and nervous system. This practice balances the right & left hemispheres of the brain, the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system – and thus it improves concentration and relieves mental and physical stress.

*This class will be 45 minutes. All levels welcome.

Registration includes the Yoga class on Thursdays at 6:00PM ET/ 5:00PM CT

You should consult your health care professional before starting this or any other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs. Do not start this fitness program if your physician or health care provider advises against it. If you experience faintness, dizziness, pain or shortness of breath at any time while exercising, you should stop immediately.

Meditation THURS 3:30PM ET/2:30PM CT/1:30PM MT/12:30PM PT

The style of this class will be Prana-Meditation which focuses on controlling your breathing, body connection and mindfulness to promote calmness, stress reduction and to add clarity to your day. *This class will be 20 minutes.

This registration includes the Thursday 2:30 pm CT Meditation classes.

You should consult your health care professional before starting this or any other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs. Do not start this fitness program if your physician or health care provider advises against it. If you experience faintness, dizziness, pain, or shortness of breath at any time while exercising, you should stop immediately.

Trauma Informed Yoga THURS 3:00PM ET/2:00PM CT/1:00PM MT/12:00PM PT

Trauma informed Yoga is based on an understanding of trauma and it’s impact on the entire mind-body connection. This class emphasizes present-state awareness and offers opportunities for participants to choose what brings them balance..

Registration includes the Thursday 2:00 pm CT Trauma Informed Yoga class.

You should consult your health care professional before starting this or any other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs. Do not start this fitness program if your physician or health care provider advises against it. If you experience faintness, dizziness, pain or shortness of breath at any time while exercising, you should stop immediately.

Yoga Nidra WEDS. 8:00PM ET/7:00PM CT/6:00PM MT/5:00PM PT

This is a practice based on the ancient tradition of Yoga Nidra and adapted to suit the conditions of modern life. When practiced regularly – little and often -Yoga Nidra enables you to meet each moment of your life with unshakable peace and wellbeing, no matter how challenging or difficult your situation. The goal is to move into a deep state of conscious awareness sleep, which is a deeper state of relaxation with awareness. This state involves moving from consciousness while awake to dreaming and then to not-dreaming while remaining awake — going past the unconscious to the conscious. Yoga Nidra is simple to learn and easy to practice. It can be practiced by anyone, regardless of physical ability or experience.

Pink Ribbon Yoga Sculpt WEDS 12:00PM ET/11:00AM CT/ 10:00AM MT/9:00AM PT

Yoga for Chronic Illness Weds. 9:00AM ET/8:00AM CT/7:00AM MT/6:00AM PT

There is overwhelming evidence that yoga can benefit chronic pain, fatigue, impaired mobility, and neurological dysfunction associated with chronic illness. Explore the benefits of yoga in managing pain and the psychological effects of chronic illness.
You should consult your health care professional before starting this or any other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs. Do not start this fitness program if your physician or health care provider advises against it. If you experience faintness, dizziness, pain or shortness of breath at any time while exercising, you should stop immediately.

Meditation TUES 3:30PM ET/2:30PM CT/1:30PM MT/12:30PM PT

The style of this class will be Prana-Meditation which focuses on controlling your breathing, body connection and mindfulness to promote calmness, stress reduction and to add clarity to your day. *This class will be 20 minutes.

This registration includes the Tuesday 2:30 pm CT Meditation classes.

You should consult your health care professional before starting this or any other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs. Do not start this fitness program if your physician or health care provider advises against it. If you experience faintness, dizziness, pain, or shortness of breath at any time while exercising, you should stop immediately.