Therapeutic Yoga (Middle School)
Yoga session focused on postural well-being and stress management.
How to play
- Mindful breathing while seated.
- Simplified sun salutation.
- Poses: warrior, triangle, tree, downward dog and child's pose.
- Guided final relaxation.
Rules
- Don't force anything.
- Silence and breathing.
Variations
Easier
Basic poses.
Standard
Full sequence.
Harder
Hold poses longer.
Adaptations
- Injuries: alternative poses.
- Limited mobility: chair yoga.
Learning goals
- Improve flexibility and posture.
- Learn stress-management tools.
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