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Our modern world has created a life where we’re
constantly ‘on the go’. This lifestyle can lead us to
sometimes feel overwhelmed, struggle to focus and
experience increased stress managing our daily activities.
Meditation has been proven to provide enormous benefits
with spending a short amount of time each day to calm
your mind, stop your thoughts and allow some silence. Saras encourages people to meditate daily, and coming
together once a week for the collective meditation helps to
start and maintain a regular meditation practice. ‘At classes
we also discuss how to overcome any obstacles people
might have to their meditation, how to clear the stress of the
day and come back to being in a balanced state,’ advised
Saras.
We spoke with Saras and Laura from Sahaja Yoga meditation
to find out more. Saras has been instructing the free
meditation classes as part of the CHANGE project since 2016
and Laura has been an attendee for over 12 months. ‘Coming
to meditation has been very informative, educational and
very calming when practised daily,’ said Laura. All classes are free and anyone can join the beginner’s class
at any time. There are no bookings required. ‘Everyone
including children should meditate,’ expressed Laura.
Saras advised there is a large body of research finding
people who meditate regularly gain improved concentration,
reduced levels of anxiety and an overall improved sense of
wellbeing. ‘It helps me to see life in a different way. I feel more
positive and sleep better,’ Laura said.
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For more information on the CHANGE project and the
activities available visit www.tr.qld.gov.au/change
Classes: Toowoomba City Library
Tuesdays:
Intermediate class | 9.30 - 11am
Beginner class | 11.30am - 12.30pm
Sundays: Beginner class | 10 - 11.30am
everyone including
children should
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It's tough to stay motivated on the cold and rainy days. A more appealing
option seems to be to curl up in front of the fire with Netflix. It's time to stop
the winter excuses and get on with your fitness routine. Remember, staying
active promotes good mental health, controls weight gain and encourages
healthy food choices.
There are plenty of ways to keep active and warm. Here are a few tips to
get you through the next few months.
WARM UP
Before each winter training session warm up those
muscles with a light stretch and gentle movement.
The body takes a little longer to get mobile when the weather is cooler.
DRESS RIGHT
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Layering is perfect for winter. Stay warm with a
jacket and adjust layers as your workout intensifies.
Now is the time you and your buddy need each
other most. Keep each other accountable during
your winter goals and remember, sometimes the key to winter training is
‘Tough Love’.
BUDDY UP
GET MOVING
It's simple - make the choice to get out of bed or off
the couch. 30 mins is all you need.
For those gym members attending early morning classes the biggest tip of
all is ... wear your gym clothes to BED. That way you'll have no excuses as
you won't get cold getting ready! Summer is just around the corner - be
ready for it.
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Check out the Autumn / Winter program to keep you on track at
www.tr.qld.gov.au/pools
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