Unplug to Recharge - Benefits of Mindfulness & Yoga

Mindfulness is the state of being conscious or aware of the present moment.

An easy way to get started:

• Write down one thing you are thankful for in the present moment.

• Take a few minutes to experience gratefulness in the moment

• Build towards journaling at least three things you’re thankful for daily

• Add in meditation time up to 30 mins

Together Mindfulness & Yoga Improves:

• Stress Level

• Mood

• Focus

• Energy

• Self Awareness

• Fitness

• Flexibility

• Posture

Easy Yoga Stretches You Can Do Anywhere:

• First Breathe (one of the most important exercises)

• Overhead Stretch

• Overhead Side Stretch – left/right

• Cat Cow

• Neck Rolls

• Neck Stretches

• Shoulder Rolls

• Shoulder Stretches

• Wrist Stretches

• Chair Twists

• Figure Four

• Hamstring Stretch (forward fold)

Small Changes for Big Impacts:

What’s one small change you can make in the next week that will lead to a big impact in your life? Below are some examples:

• Setting reminders to stretch/walk

• Online/On-Demand workouts

• Morning guided meditation

• Daily journaling

• Adding more fruits and veggies to diet

• Drinking more water

• Tracking total daily steps

• Spending less time on social media

• Walks in the park or on the beach