Beyond common bloating, indigestion, constipation, diarrhea and gas;
many health conditions including Fibromyalgia (70% also experience
Irritable Bowel Syndrome), osteoporosis, asthma and depression, are
made worse or caused by less than healthy digestion. This one day
workshop will provide an understanding of the art of yoga therapeutics
for digestive health. Both yoga students and teachers* can employ these
tools to foster better overall health and wellness for the whole
person. This program includes yoga techniques, anatomy & physiology
and methodology. Students will develop a customized program for their own digestive health.
This
one day workshop includes:
- A look at anatomy and physiology of the gastrointestional system
- Yoga therapeutics to help restore digestive health
- Background on digestion from a yoga therapy and Ayurvedic perspective
- How yoga therapy and Ayurveda
can encourage digestive health
- Yoga warm-ups and postures to
improve a variety of
digestive issues and return to digestive health
- Breathing techniques to
address digestive issues
- Relaxation techniques, guided
imagery and other stress
management techniques
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 Joan E. Ryan, E-RYT-500,
IYT1000 began her journey as a practitioner, teacher and healer in 1972. She
empowers individuals and groups to take control of their bodies, minds and
lives while improving their overall wellness. As a Wellness Mentor Joan uses many
different practices to inspire and empower students to find inner balance and
joy. These practices offered one-on-one and to groups include Integrative Yoga
Therapeutics, Ayurvedic-Assessment and Consultations with individually prepared
wellness plans of action, stress management, meditation and guided imagery. She
offers Reiki Trainings and Treatments. Reiki Treatments are part of her Radiant
Wellness practice. Joan developed and teaches many special interest programs
and lessons to address challenges such as anxiety, chronic back pain, Multiple
Sclerosis, insomnia and irritable bowel syndrome. She finds special joy in
working with “seniors”. Joan is Program Director for a Integrative Yoga
Therapy teacher training program. She also is a mentor with Integrative Yoga
Therapy and adjunct faculty with Discovery Yoga. Joan is a contributor to
articles in nationally syndicated magazines. Joan teaches workshops and
programs including “How to Thrive in a Stressed out World” and “Happy Healthy
Back & Neck Yoga” for Radiant Wellness at businesses, schools, conferences
and not-for-profit organizations. Joan services are available for in-service
trainings, conferences and conventions. She volunteers her time for educational
workshops and lectures at hospitals, hospice, cancer and other support groups. Joan
and her husband enjoy the outdoors hiking, birding and bicycling. They
participate in annual silent meditation retreats.
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