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People who work at their desks all day tend to stay in one position for a long time. The exercises in these videos are designed to counter the effects of sitting at your desk.
We suggest that you start with Part 1 below and then move on to Parts 2 and 3. Each video is about the length of your coffee break.
What’s in This Section for You?
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| Part 1: Introducing the Exercises (9:40 minutes) |
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| Part 2: Linking the Exercises to Your Breath (12:17 minutes) |
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| Part 3a: Varying the Exercises (9:57 minutes) |
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| Part 3b: Varying the Exercises (8:40 minutes) |
Yoga Instructor
Marcia Langenberg’s yoga practice during the last 18 years and her teaching during the last 11 years have enhanced her sense of well-being. Over the years, she has studied with different teachers through the Yoga Association of Alberta workshops, but primarily she has studied with Teddy Hyndman (Edmonton, AB), Sandra Sammartino (White Rock, BC) and Rosemary Antze (Toronto, ON).
She teaches at the University of Alberta through the Campus Recreation Program, at various corporations and privately. The purpose of her teaching is to help others to improve their quality of life.
Notes:
Becoming more physically active is very safe for most people, but if you aren't sure, the PAR-Q will tell you if you should check with your doctor before you start.
Information on this site should not be used in the place of medical advice.
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