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Lots of great stuff on there, including 3 Tips to Get Rid of Tech Neck!
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Give the gift of Vitality this Holiday Season!
THIS YEAR GIVE THE GIFT THAT GIVES BACK!
SAVE 30% ON THE YOGA AT MY DESK VIDEO SERIES:
Do you or someone you love have a desk job? Then the Yoga at My Desk video series is a perfect gift!
Each 10 minute video gives you a chance to ease tension, strengthen sleepy muscles, sit taller and lower stress levels to leave you feeling refreshed and energized.
Each video has a unique focus so you can choose exactly what you need that day for your Yoga Break!
“I absolutely love Yoga at My Desk series because it allows me to take care of my body and mind right at my desk! Its super easy to use and Megan is enthusiastic and encouraging. I highly recommend this series for any office worker! ”
From Catherine V, Yoga at My Desk student
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SAVE 20% ON YOGA AT WORK PACKAGES:
Remember how much you loved recess as a kid? Yoga at Work sessions are like recess for adults!
Our bodies are designed to move regularly and thrive when we do! Yoga at Work sessions are a great chance for your team to chance to move, stretch, strengthen, breathe and laugh together.
This team building experience is also a powerful way to help them stay strong and healthy, reduce aches and pains, have more energy and feel less stressed.
Each session is customized to meet the needs and requests of your team and their demands of their specific jobs. Yoga at Work sessions are done right on site, in work clothes and by people of all levels and abilities. Choose from a package of twenty or thirty minute sessions.
Click here to read what the team at Maui County Federal Credit Union has to say about their weekly Yoga Workout Wednesday sessions!
SAVE 20% ON WORKPLACE WELLNESS WORKSHOPS:
Want to empower your team with tools to stay healthy, happy and strong at work?
My workplace wellness workshops are an interactive, fun and educational way to do that! Workshops can be 30, 45 or 60 minutes in length and can be done in work clothes.
Choose from:
- De-Stress at Your Desk: Learn key techniques and stretches to lower stress and tension levels through breathing and postural awareness to stay happy, healthy and energized. For more info click here
- Yoga at Your Desk: Learn stretches you can do right at your desk to promote good posture, lower tension and stress levels and give a boost of productivity and focus
- Breathe Deeply: Learn relaxation and breathing techniques to help you feel calm and focused, for more info click here
Yoga at Work on Maui with the Blue Zones Project
Have you heard of the Blue Zones Project? It was new to me too until a few years ago when I first learnt that Central Maui was about to become one. Doing some research I learnt that the Blue Zones Project is a global initiative with the goal to make it easier for people to make healthy choices at home and at work.
The project was developed by Dan Buettner, a National Geographic fellow, who has travelled around the world studying a variety of cultures and people. In these explorations he began to notice several common characteristics amongst the communities where people were living the longest. To Buettner, it seemed as though the elders in these Blue Zones (as he termed them) had tapped into key tools (the Power 9) that allowed them to thrive long into later life.
What he did next was the key!
If these powerful tools worked in these populations around the world, why not try to replicate them elsewhere to help others thrive too? Thus the “Blue Zones Project” and the “Power 9” were born with the mission of helping people integrate these tools into their everyday lives so they can boost their health and vitality now and for years to come.
In my humble opinion the Power 9 are incredible, not only in their simplicity but also their potency. They are well researched, validated and practical tools for boosting our vitality! And given how closely they align with my personal and professional goals I was SO EXCITED! Can’t we all benefit from: down shifting to lower stress levels, moving more, knowing our purpose, connecting to a higher power, eating more plants, bonding with others, eating til you are 80% full, having a glass of wine? YES!!
Learn more about the Power 9 HERE.
By implementing these into one’s daily life, Buettner’s research shows that we can help ourselves live longer, healthier lives!
So when I saw that this great project was coming to Maui, I immediately reached out to them to see how I could get involved. I am so glad I did, because as it turns out a significant part of the Blue Zones Project is helping Worksites implement the Power 9 for their team. This is when I really got excited because I am super passionate about helping people integrate Yoga into their workday!
It has been been amazing to partner with the Blue Zones Project and help many Worksites across Maui with my Yoga at Work sessions. Through our partnership I have been given the opportunity to share this transformative practice and all of it’s tools with so many new people, many of whom have never tried Yoga before, what a fantastic and rewarding experience. An article about our partnership was recently featured on the Blue Zones Project blog, which you can read HERE.
I am so deeply grateful to team up with this great Project and it’s amazing local team to help our Maui community make healthy choices at home and at work!
Would you like to help your team move more, down shift their stress levels, boost their energy and productivity? Try a Yoga at Work session! Contact me to book a free onsite Yoga at Work demo. Sessions can be done in work clothes and are great for all levels of fitness. Learn more about my Workplace Wellness services HERE
Get a lot of headaches at work? Try this eye exercise!
When it comes to eye health, eating carrots is key (since they are super high in Vitamin A which is a nutrient important for vision health), but that’s not all you have to do.
Our eye health and strength depends on being challenged to look all over the place, close to us and as far away as possible. However the demands of our modern workday have us mostly looking screens at close range.
This requires that our eyes converge (or come together to look at the item). What is often missing is divergence, which is when our eyes widen to take in more information often away from us at a distance.
You can easily introduce the challenge of changing your focal point by lifting your eyes and looking as far away as possible several times throughout the day. It is suggested that we do this frequently through the day to promote ocular health and function.
It’s easy to do with the 20/20/20 exercise!
Want more Yoga you can do right at your desk? Check out the Yoga at My Desk video series! This innovative series has 10 videos, each about 10 minutes long with a unique focus. Take a Yoga Break right at your desk to feel tension melt away as you get energized and focused for the rest of the day!
Each video includes a unique selection of Yoga stretches and techniques specifically chosen to go with the focus of that session. This way you learn many of the tools of Yoga and can begin to practice right away. These sessions are great for all levels and do not require any other equipment except your desk, your chair and you! Give yourself a few minutes to yourself to get centered and calm!
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Yoga at Work with Maui County Federal Credit Union
I am thrilled to see that more local Maui employers are beginning to offer onsite Yoga! By giving employees a chance to breathe, stretch and quiet their minds these employers help their team move more naturally, down shift to lower stress levels, have a fun team building experience and build healthy habits at work. With so much research to support the benefits of Yoga, these employers are making a great choice to help their team: increase strength and flexibility, enhance immune function, decrease risk of illness, boost productivity and concentration and lots more!
One of the businesses that I am working is Maui County Federal Credit Union. Having met a few months ago at a Blue Zones Project event, the team at Maui County Federal Credit Union was interested in an innovative way to help keep their team healthy by integrating more movement and stretching into their day. This goal was in line with the Blue Zones Project that is helping to make healthier choices easier at home and work for our Maui community. To learn more about this amazing project click HERE.
After meeting with their team to determine what they are looking for and what would for their schedule Workout Wednesday’s were born! Each Wednesday morning before the branch opens we do a twenty minute Yoga at Work session customized to help their team energize their bodies and minds for the day ahead, teach key tools for stress management and connect as a team.
Here is what a few of the team members have to say about Workout Wednesday:
- Workout Wednesdays have been a great success with the entire staff! They look forward to Wednesdays, a chance to exercise and wear casual wear!
- Megan has been terrific!
- Workout Wednesdays are so great. It really helps to get a good stretch for the day and improves breathing for stress control.
- I had a migraine at the beginning of Yoga, but after Yoga it was gone!!
- I really enjoy Yoga Wednesdays and look forward to them every week. Its a great relaxing start to the workday.
- Some mornings I come in to Yoga feeling tension in my body but by the end, I feel so good and relaxed
- I really enjoy the sessions with Megan. And doing it as a group makes it more enjoyable
Curious about the different Workplace Wellness options? Learn more HERE!
Thank you so much to Maui County Federal Credit Union Human Resources Manager Jamie Mims for sharing more about their team experience with the Yoga at Work sessions!
- Staff has a more positive outlook on wellness…and yoga, in general. Our staff really looks forward to our yoga sessions.
- Our “normally-shy employees” have come out of their shell and embraced yoga.
- A few employees have said that their aches and pains have gone away as a result of the yoga.
- A few employees have mentioned that their breathing has improved since doing yoga.
Would you like to host a free twenty minute onsite Yoga at Work demo for your team? Contact me for more information about how you can put the tools of Yoga to work for your business!
Learn more about all of my different Workplace Wellness options HERE!
Day 7 of the Yoga at My Desk Challenge: Neck and Chest Stretch
Aloha and welcome to Day 7 of the Yoga At My Desk Challenge! Today is the last day of the challenge! Over the last week I have been posting a Yoga pose that you can do right at your desk to release tension, boost core strength and cultivate steady energy and focus right at your desk. You can join in by posting a photo of yourself in the pose on Facebook or Instagram and tagging Vitality Wellness Maui and Yoga at My Desk.
Today’s pose is the: NECK AND CHEST STRETCH
TO DO THE POSE:
- Root into your feet and your sit as you roll your shoulders down and back and lengthen through the crown of your head.
- Stretch your right arm out to the side as you slowly release your head to the left.
- Gently turn your head looking towards your left shoulder.
- Take at least 10 slow deep breaths as you stretch out through your right hand.
- Repeat on the left side.
BENEFITS OF THE POSE:
The slouched seated position quickly causes tension to build in our chest, shoulder and neck muscles. As these muscles tighten our head can get pulled even further forward as our upper back rounds. This stretch is amazing for easing neck and shoulder tension, opening your chest so you can breathe properly, and resets the good upper body posture.
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Take advantage of this great deal today because the special only lasts until October 10th.
Day 6 of the Yoga at My Desk Challenge: Seated Twist
Aloha and welcome to Day 6 of the Yoga At My Desk Challenge! Over the next 7 days I will be posting a Yoga pose that you can do right at your desk to release tension, boost core strength and cultivate steady energy and focus. You can join in by posting a photo of yourself in the pose on Facebook or Instagram and tagging Vitality Wellness Maui and Yoga at My Desk.
Today’s pose is: SEATED TWIST
TO DO THE POSE:
- Root down into your feet and your seat to lengthen your spine and sit tall.
- Maintain your strong posture as you take a deep inhale.
- As your exhale turn your belly and chest to the right.
- Take another deep inhale and continuing turning to the right as you bring your right hand to the seat or back of your chair and left arm across your body.
- Lengthen your spine again and turn your head to look behind you.
- Stay for at least 10 slow, deep breaths lengthening your spine as you inhale and twisting as you exhale.
- Repeat on the left side.
BENEFITS OF THE POSE: Twists are extremely beneficial for keeping your spine healthy and your digestion running smoothly. Being slouched over a desk all day can cause our shoulders to round and our heads to jut forward so twists are helpful in re-aligning our spine and returning to strong posture. Poses like this one are so important for maintaining the healthy movement and function of your spine and body so that you can enjoy of the activities that you love pain free!
Want more Yoga at Your Desk? Check out the new video series by clicking HERE. Take advantage of pre-launch special and save 40% by using the code: ohana. Ohana is the Hawaiian word for family, so I chose it in thanks for your support and for being part of the Vitality Wellness family!
Take a look today so that you don’t miss out, the special only lasts until October 10th.
Day 5 of the Yoga at My Desk Challenge: Outer Hip Stretch
Aloha and welcome to Day 5 of the Yoga At My Desk Challenge! Over the next 7 days I will be posting a Yoga pose that you can do right at your desk to release tension, boost core strength and cultivate steady energy and focus. You can join in by posting a photo of yourself in the pose on Facebook or Instagram and tagging Vitality Wellness Maui and Yoga at My Desk.
Todays pose is: OUTER HIP STRETCH
TO DO THE POSE:
- Sit down in your chair, crossing your right leg over your left.
- Keep your chest up and shoulders back (or: don’t slouch) as you fold forward and rest your belly on your legs.
- Rest your hands on your thighs to help you keep your chest up.
- Look forward, holding for 10 deep breaths and then repeat on the other side.
BENEFITS OF THE POSE: This pose stretches your outer hip and lower back muscles which tend to get tight when seated. This pose will help you reduce tension in this area to reduce pain or discomfort here so you can engage in all the activities you love!
Want more Yoga at Your Desk? Check out the new video series by HERE. Take advantage of pre-launch special and save 40% by using the code: ohana. Special only lasts until October 10th.
Day 4 of the Yoga at My Desk Challenge: Hamstring Stretch
Aloha and welcome to Day 4 of the Yoga At My Desk Challenge! Over the next 7 days I will be posting a Yoga pose that you can do right at your desk to release tension, boost core strength and cultivate steady energy and focus. You can join in by posting a photo of yourself in the pose on Facebook or Instagram and tagging Vitality Wellness Maui and Yoga at My Desk.
Today’s pose is: STANDING HAMSTRING STRETCH.
TO DO THE POSE:
- Plant your feet, and stand tall by engaging your abs, rolling your shoulders back and down to lift your chest.
- Place one heel on your chair, pulling your toes back towards you.
- Maintain strong posture and take at least 10 deep, slow breaths.
- Switch sides.
BENEFITS OF THE POSE:
When seated, our hamstrings are contracted and shortened. This pose allows them to stretch and release which eases lower back pain and helps you sit and stand taller.
Want more Yoga at Your Desk? Check out the new video series HERE. Take advantage of pre-launch special and save 40% by using the code: ohana. Ohana is the Hawaiian word for family, so I chose it in thanks for your support and for being part of the Vitality Wellness family!
Act now because the special only lasts until October 10th!
Day 3 of the Yoga at My Desk Challenge: High Pank
Aloha and welcome to Day 3 of the Yoga At My Desk Challenge! Over the next 7 days I will be posting a Yoga pose that you can do right at your desk to release tension, boost core strength and cultivate steady energy and focus. You can join in by posting a photo of yourself in the pose on Facebook or Instagram and tagging Vitality Wellness Maui and Yoga at My Desk.
Todays pose is: High Plank with Leg Lifts
TO DO THE POSE: Place your hands shoulder width apart on your desk, pressing firmly into the base of your first finger and thumb. Keep your shoulders over top of your hands and walk your feet back until you are on your toes in a high plank position. Engage your abs and lengthen your chest and head forward looking slightly forward of your hands. Hold this position as you lift your right leg up and down 10X, keeping leg straight. Repeat on the other leg. Make sure to breathe with every repetition.
BENEFITS OF THE POSE: Sitting down rounded over a keyboard or steering wheel can cause the muscles on the back of our body to get sleepy and weak since they aren’t put to use often. In fact people who sit a lot can easily develop gluteal amnesia or sleeping booty…when their glutes weaken due to lack of use and having trouble firing when needed.
Plank exercises like this one are great for challenging our core on all sides. Adding the leg lift is especially great for your backside…no sleeping booty for you!
Want more Yoga at Your Desk? Check out the new video series by clicking the link in @yogaatmydesk profile. Take advantage of pre-launch special and save 40% by using the code: Ohana. Special only lasts until October 10th
