Archive for June 2022

International Day of Yoga - Mental Health Benefits

June 21st is the official International Day of Yoga. Yoga is an ancient physical, mental and spiritual practice that originated in India. The word ‘yoga’ derives from Sanskrit and means to join or to unite, symbolizing the union of body and consciousness. Yoga is an ancient form of meditation that involves engaging the body and …

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Benefits of Yoga and Pilates during exam time

Exams are upon us once more. For many students, this can be quite a stressful and wearing period to cope with. Long nights that involve sinking your head into a text book for hours on end, despite re-reading the same paragraph over and over. You’ve guzzled down four coffees and all that has been achieved …

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