We had a Goodgym Yoga special at a local Barnet House. In the ground of Avenue House Park. The house very generously gave us one of their big upstairs rooms to do yoga for the benefit of GoodGym and local people who support Stephens House and Gardens . The session was also broadcast on Zoom for those that could not attend the session. We all went for a coffee in the café after.

GoodGym members came together online to do yoga

yoga talk Improved Flexibility: Fascial stretching gradually elongates the collagen and elastin fibers within the fascia. This can lead to increased range of motion around joints and a reduction in muscle tension. Yoga’s emphasis on mindful stretching and movement supports this process3.

A few GoodGym members came together to do online yoga.

Yoga talk Yoga is great for runners because it improves flexibility, strength, and balance, helping to prevent injuries. The focused breathing and mindfulness in yoga also aid in recovery and reduce stress, supporting better endurance and performance. Plus, it helps strengthen key muscle groups that support running, like the core, glutes, and legs, enhancing overall stability and efficiency.

A few GoodGym members came online to do yoga.

Yoga talk

Yoga benefits blood pressure and circulation by activating the parasympathetic nervous system, which reduces stress-induced hypertension. The practice involves deep breathing and specific postures that enhance vascular function, improve endothelial health, and promote efficient blood flow and oxygen delivery throughout the body.