Wellness Resources
Being well is more than just not being sick. And, even if you are sick, you can always move toward a more well you. Wellness is caring for your mind as well as your body. Being well means learning how to handle stress, getting the right kind of exercise for you, eating healthfully and learning to thrive — no matter what you are facing with your health and in your life.
Being well is being the best you can be right now.
To help you find your personal wellness, we created a series of videos and articles that you may find helpful, including gentle yoga sequences, soothing qigong exercises and breath work and meditations, with more on the way. We hope you find these useful.
Gentle Qigong
Seated Qigong: Funekogi Undo (rowing/stirring exercise) uses reverse breathing to open and close the body for muscle, connective tissue and breath development.
Standing Qigong: Funekogi Undo (rowing/stirring exercise) uses reverse breathing to open and close the body for muscle, connective tissue and breath development.
Gentle Yoga
Gentle Chair Yoga: This short sequence is a gently modified yoga practice that can be done at any time of the day.
Gentle Standing Yoga: This video is a short, gentle modified yoga practice. It can be done anywhere. A chair or the kitchen counter can be used if needed for balance.
Guided Meditations
Qigong Meditation: Zhan Zhuang (standing like a post) uses reverse breathing to open and close the body for muscle, connective tissue, and breath development, as well as rooted-centeredness and mental calm and focus.
Yoga Nidra Meditation: This short Yoga Nidra is a guided meditation that promotes relaxation and stress reduction. It can be done lying down or seated.
Disclaimer: Please check with your health care provider before starting any new exercise program.