Statistics… • Women generally possess greater overall mobility (65% vs 60%). • Better flexibility (71% vs 65%) than men. • Stretching is most commonly performed 1–5 times a week. Did You Know? - Research indicates that women often show significantly higher gains in joint range of motion (ROM) after long-term, consistent stretching. - During pregnancy, the body produces a hormone called relaxin, which naturally increases joint and ligament laxity. This aids in childbirth. - Sp

1. Yoga is a 5, 000 year old tradition, and is classified as a form of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM). 2. 300 million people practice yoga globally (72% are female). 3. The practice produces a physiological state (an interruption in the stress response); a sense of balance and union between the mind and body is achieved. 4. It has 4 basic principles. 5. The most form of yoga practiced is Hatha yoga. 6. Yoga shifts the balance from the sympathetic nervous system

Did you know? When managing high cortisol levels, the type of movement or exercise you choose can significantly impact your stress response.

Ecotherapy, aka nature therapy/ green therapy, is a therapeutic practice that involves spending time in nature to improve mental and emotional well-being. Benefits: 1. Reduced Stress - Nature helps lower cortisol levels. 2. Improved Mood. 3. Enhanced Focus- Can improve concentration and attention - the “restorative effect.” 4. Physical Health. 5. Encourages sustainable behaviours. 6. Social Interaction - Reduces feelings of isolation. Studies: 1. A study in Environmental Scie