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Fall
has begun but here in Moab, Utah there's still plenty of outdoor
recreation to be had. For those of you in cooler climates, you can
still work those muscles. Consider taking some new exciting
classes at your local gym or find a local meet-up group for hiking, dance
or any number of other calorie-burning, endorphin-increasing,
get-moving activities.
In this month's articles, you can learn about Nia, a fun form of
dance that includes movements from yoga, martial arts and
aerobics.
You'll also learn how to stretch properly so that you don't injure
yourself in your exuberance to get moving.
Don't forget to keep your Sore No More! on hand for those
after-exercise aches and pains!
Have a wonderful month!
-The Sore No More! Team
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Nia
According to
the official
Nia website;"Nia
draws from disciplines of the martial arts, dance arts and healing
arts. Every class offers a unique combination of 52 moves that
correspond with the main areas of the body: the base, the core and
the upper extremities. Stiff beginners
and highly fit athletes alike can adapt Nia to meet their needs by
choosing from
three intensity levels. Consecutive trainings collectively explore
52 principles for personal enrichment and professional
development."
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Stacey
Hall teaches Nia at a yoga studio in Las Vegas, NV. On a weekly
bases she brings a group of people from an average group of
strangers to a sweaty, happy family in just an hour's time. People
of all ages, shapes and sizes join in her classes and there is
something to make everyone feel involved. Stacey was kind enough
to take the time to answer a few questions for our newsletter this
month!
1.
How did you become involved in Nia?
Stacey:
A friend brought me with them to a Nia class because they knew I
liked Tae Kwon Do and the Feldenkreis Method.
2.
How long have you been a Nia instructor?
Stacey:I
received my Nia Instructor White Belt in 2002.
3.
What do you feel are the physical benefits of Nia?
Stacey:
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Nia increases the pleasure of living in your body.
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Nia creates weight loss and maintenance.
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Nia strengthens muscles & improves muscle tone.
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Nia calms the mind & relieves stress.
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Nia improves endurance.
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Nia increases grace and flexibility.
4.
The psychological/emotional benefits?
Stacey:
"At the core of everything we do in Nia is the sensation of
pleasure."
(per
a Nia Education pamphlet on Pleasure.)
5.
What age ranges can participate in Nia?
Stacey:
From in the womb until death -- more info at www.NiaNow.com
6.
What is the primary thing you'd like people interested in Nia
to
know
about it?
Stacey:
Nia is medicine for the body, mind, and spirit.
The
Nia Technique was founded 26 years ago on the concept that there is
a dancer, martial artist, and highly aware person within all of us.
Nia sets this person free!
Are
you interested yet? Check out this
videoto
see an advanced Nia routine in action. Remember, Nia is friendly
for all levels, so go check it out. It might be the perfect way to
get moving again, or to supplement your current work out
regimen!
*Sore
No More is not associated with Nia Technique, Inc. This article is
for educational purposes only. Please consult your physician before
beginning any new exercise
routine.*
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 How To Stretch Properly
Most of us learned
in elementary school that we were supposed to stretch before
exercising, but before you hit the gym or play your weekend
basketball game, are you stretching properly?
Proper
stretching makes your muscles more flexible and less likely to be
damaged while exercising. When done regularly, it can also help
correct poor posture and relieve aches and pains. On the flip
side, when not performed correctly, stretching can cause pain or
damage to muscles that will inhibit getting the good work out that
you deserve.
Some
general rules to remember are; warm up by walking or jogging
(lightly) before you begin stretching. Stretch the muscles that
are relevant to your workout. You're not reaping the full benefits
of stretching if you're stretching your upper body, but not your
lower before running a marathon. Stretch gently, slowly and
deliberately, do not wrench your body, and do not bounce while
stretching.
To
view more tips and further guidelines on stretching, visit
this
website.
Don't
forget to use Sore No More! on your post-exercise sore
muscles.
*Sore
No More! is not affiliated with the listed website, it is for
informational purposes only. Contact your physician before
beginning any new exercise routine, Sore No More! does not provide
medical advice.* |
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