Fitness and Exercise: Mental Health Awareness week – Yoga to improve mental wellbeing

This course, offered in celebration of Mental Health Awareness Week, is ideal for anyone looking to enhance their mental wellbeing through the practice of yoga. Suitable for participants of all levels who can comfortably get up and down from the floor, it emphasizes safe, mindful practices tailored to individual needs. You will learn to connect with your breath to create a calm, focused state as you engage in movements designed to support mental clarity and emotional balance.

The course includes a variety of gentle postures, restorative poses, and mindfulness techniques known to promote mental wellbeing. Breathing exercises and guided relaxation will complement these physical practices, helping to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression while fostering a sense of inner peace. Emphasis is placed on practicing a balanced range of movements to support both mental and physical health.

Throughout the course, you will be encouraged to become more aware of how your body and mind respond to these practices, moving with care and attention. This awareness will help you identify which practices are most beneficial for you, fostering confidence in your ability to practice independently.

By the end of the course, you will be equipped to create a personalized yoga routine that supports and enhances your mental wellbeing. This foundational course can also serve as a stepping stone to more advanced yoga practices focused on holistic wellness.