INSPO Fitness Journal July 2017

mind and body working together. I see this
day in and day out with the thousands of
clients I’ve worked with over the years - and
to be honest, we see it in ourselves from
time-to-time as human beings as well…
“We know that for there to be permanent
and effective change, we need to get the
mind and body working together.”
Yoga addresses stress with postures,
breathing and relaxation techniques which
naturally restore hormonal balance, boost
your relaxation response, and help you to
“We know that
for there to be
permanent and
effective change,
we need to get the
mind and body
working together.”
detach from stressful situations.
It gives you powerful CUSTOMER: tools EBBETT to build WAIKATO resilience
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and tolerance for stressful situations.
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You might even be surprised at how the benefits
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flow on into your work day and other relaxed laying on your back or even seated
aspects of life.
upright.
OK, so breathing technique 101. I find
At its most basic form, this exercise is a
this is best done at the end of the day, when breathing exercise, to a set rhythm. Breath
the kids are in bed, lunches are ready for tomorrow
in and out through the nose at all times. Try
and you need to wind down, getting to match your full inhalation with the end of
your body into the rest and restore state that the count. And your full exhalation with the
is vital for having a good night’s sleep.
end of the count.
I like to do this routine on either my Obie Start by breathing in slowly and evenly as
roller or my Oov because laying on either you count to 5, then breathe out slowly and
of these posture devices allows me to fully evenly as you count to 5, increase to 6, 7, 8,
engage my diaphragm and not use my chest
and shoulders to inhale.
Engaging the diaphragm and releasing
poor posture at the same time helps to
disengage the vagus nerve, allowing the body
to sink deeper in a state of rest and restore.
Alternatively position yourself comfortably
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9 and 10. Repeat at 10 and go back down, 9,
8, 7, 6, 5.
In the beginning you may find it difficult
to inhale and exhale evenly for a number
higher than 5 for example, but persevere.
With practised rest and restoration at the end
of your day you will notice an improvement
in your inhalations and exhalations, and
then enjoy the benefits of restorative rest as
this simple exercise brings a much needed
balance back into your life.
JOHN APPEL Director of Advance Physio, John Appel is dedicated to helping everyone
function fully and enjoy everyday life without the restriction of pain.With a Masters in
Physiotherapy, a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology, an Athletic Training
degree, and as a Myofascial Release therapist, he works with a wide range of clients
from professional athletes to chronic fibromyalgia clients. www.advancewellness.nz
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