Fitness and Exercise: National Back Care Awareness Week: Yoga to support back-care management
Course details
Course code
Q00018227Course date
Number of classes
1 sessionsTimetable
Tutor
Nicola BaileyFee range
How you'll learn
Venue
OnlineLevel of study
Entry Levels 1,2,3: If you have never studied this subject before and you’re not confident in your skills, Entry levels are a good starting point.
Level 1: Covers basic skills and knowledge needed for this subject
Level 2: Building on basic knowledge or experience. Similar to Grade 4/ C at GCSE or O level in England or Standards in Scotland.
Level 3: Learn about the topic in-depth and have a broad range of skills. Independent working Equivalent to an A level in England or Higher in Scotland.
Beginners: A perfect introduction if you have no experience and skills in this subject.
Improvers: The next step if you have basic skills or knowledge but want to progress them further.
Advanced: Build on the solid experience and skills you have in this subject, applying your skills and knowledge in a more complex way.
Course overview
Course description
This session will focus on providing you with simple yoga practices that can support you to prevent back ache and also to better manage it. You will learn a simple sequence that moves the spine in a balanced range of movements to support its mobility. You will learn practices that focus on relieving lower back tension, as well as neck and shoulder tension. You will practice simple postures that improve both your strength and flexibility. You will also learn to relax your back in the Constructive Rest Pose – a perfect position when experiencing back discomfort. You will learn how to use deep breathing to ease muscular tension and to help you feel calmer when experiencing pain. At the end of the session, you will experience a guided relaxation which can help to ease the stress of discomfort. Yoga is a non-competitive practice, you will be encouraged to practice in a way that meets your own needs, moving within your own comfortable and safe range of movement. You may like to progress to a longer course: Yoga to support a healthy back.
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