Yoga for Young Adults
Being a teenager these days can be very challenging, and something many adults might not be able to relate to. Stress of school, work, future planning, and peers can take a toll physically and mentally. Additionally, the diagnosis of neurodevelopment and mental health disorders such as ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, Bipolar disorder, and eating disorders are much more common these days than ever before, especially in youth. It can be very difficult to learn productive strategies to help manage these conditions, but yoga can help! I have worked with young adults age 12-18 for almost 2 years, many of whom are challenged by one of the diagnoses listed above. Teaching young adults these yogic techniques can be incredibly helpful as they transition to being independent and living their own life.
Check out the options I have below for types of practice or let me know if there is something else you are looking for!
Options for Practice
Restorative Yoga
Looking for the ultimate relaxation experience? Look no further than restorative yoga. This practice is designed to bring your body into optimal comfort using a myriad of props, such as bolsters, blankets, blocks, and straps. Using props lets your body to do as little muscular effort as possible, allowing for your mind to focus on the breath and slowing down.
Interested in restorative yoga, but don't have all the props? Don't worry because I can bring them to you! These hour and 15 minute sessions are designed for your optimal relaxation and conclude with a nice long savasana or yoga nidra meditation.
Gentle Yoga
Gentle yoga is a great way to get some movement into the body without overly exerting the body. It has an emphasis on creating sustainable foundations for the body, and is particularly great for beginners. Take the time to learn to integrate breath and movement together. Use plenty of props to help modify movement and support your body when needed.
Private classes will contain a mix of movement, breath practices, and meditation. Overtime you can learn to apply these techniques in your personal life and use these skills a coping mechanisms when experiencing anxiety.
Yoga for Better Posture
Did you know that on average Americans spend about 7 hours looking at a screen each day?* If you think you fall into this category, then yoga for better posture might be for you. Being able to sit tall with a lengthened spine is important because as we age our body starts to loose muscular support, especially in our back. Training our bodies to effectively use our back muscles for support can greatly affect our mobility as we get older.
Together we can work to develop strength and mobility in your back, shoulders and hips- all key areas that affect your posture. Better posture is one step on the way to living a healthier life, and I want to help you get there!
Research according to 2021 study from DataReportal.com
Breath Practice
In Sanskrit the traditional term for breathing practices is Pranayama. Literally translated as "life force control" or "expansion of life force," Pranayama is a very versatile practice that can be easily applied in everyday life. The beauty of breath is that we all have to do it to live, but it is often something that we don't think about. Breath has a powerful impact on our mind and is one of the most important aspects of yoga.
In our privates together we can explore a wide range of breathing practices that can help you achieve your relaxation goals. Not only will you be learning Pranayama skills, but also learning the basics of meditation.
Research and Evidence
Please feel free to look through the articles and videos below on the benefits that yoga can have for your teenager.
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