Over the decades, our bodies tighten and slowly condense under gravity, allied to this is a gradual loss of muscle that accelerates when we are over 50.

A lifetime of dealing with difficult situations and un-resolved emotions can store micro-tensions in our bodies, rendering us reactive at times, these tensions lower our sense of wellbeing and cut us off from the present moment.

So what can we do about it? The antidote is exercise; that challenges your movement range and builds strength – swimming is great for this. But it’s possible to go a step further - there are mindful ways of moving that will release your tight muscles and there are mindful ways to strengthen quickly. Your emotionally rooted tensions and busy mind can also be addressed through mindfulness and embodiment practices – the art is in slowing down…

There’s a yoga class at the club every Wednesday morning that offers these conscious ways of working. They are run by Craig, an experienced teacher in; yoga, movement therapy and meditation. Unlike other yoga classes, the practises enable slowing down and often stopping to cultivate gentle awareness and using that to connect deeply to the body – which is already present. Each session will leave you moving and feeling better – to re-enter your week refreshed and calm!

If you’re interested in going beyond exercise to; tackle your muscle tightness , combat muscle loss and find a deeper connection to the present, then this class might be for you.

Try a class or two out and see how you feel after! Email : mail@yogawithcraig.com or text Craig on 0750235412 to book a session.