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<div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="euh1p-0-0"><span data-offset-key="euh1p-0-0">A strong and stable core is much more than “six pack abs”. The core is the center of gravity and where all movement begins and it is the vital force that holds you steady in yoga and in life. </span></div>
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<div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="b1u1r-0-0"><span data-offset-key="b1u1r-0-0">The physical core system consists of our abdominals, lower back and our pelvis. There as many as 35 different muscle groups connecting into the pelvis from the spine and hips. All of these muscles work together symbiotically to create strength and flexibility throughout the center of your body. Yoga builds strong, balanced abdominal muscles in a healthy, wholistic way.</span></div>
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<div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="2746l-0-0"><span data-offset-key="2746l-0-0">Why do we need a strong and stable core?</span></div>
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<div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="2nqef-0-0"><span data-offset-key="2nqef-0-0">• Improves posture and balance</span></div>
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<div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="8t6fl-0-0"><span data-offset-key="8t6fl-0-0">• Reduces risk of injury </span></div>
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<div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="89d3j-0-0"><span data-offset-key="89d3j-0-0">• Improves performance in sports and exercise </span></div>
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<div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="doi3o-0-0"><span data-offset-key="doi3o-0-0">• Stabilize the body and protects the spine </span></div>
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<div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="ete97-0-0"><span data-offset-key="ete97-0-0">• Allows greater ease with movement </span></div>
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<div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="3v87p-0-0"><span data-offset-key="3v87p-0-0">• Helps daily activities to become easier</span></div>
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<div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="1corn-0-0"><span data-offset-key="1corn-0-0">• Supports the skeleton and protects the bones</span></div>
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<div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="1q2o-0-0"><span data-offset-key="1q2o-0-0">Core work in yoga is smart body mechanics. When we maintain body awareness in our yoga poses, we are training ourselves to be more intuitive about how to tap into our core power: to cultivate more strength, ease, and joy on and off the mat.</span></div>
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<div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="53ni9-0-0"><span data-offset-key="53ni9-0-0">In this 4-week series we will look at all aspects of the core. You will learn how to work intelligently with the whole center of your body, finding the perfect balance between strength and mobility, for postural integrity, a healthy spine and relaxed mind. You'll learn about the muscles that make up the “core”, practice yoga postures with a focus on stability, learn how to stack the torso over the pelvis safely and effectively, understand the way the core supports strength throughout the entire body, and discover connections between the core and emotional/spiritual well-being.</span></div>
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<div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="a9b7-0-0"><span data-offset-key="a9b7-0-0">Taught by E-RYT (experienced registered yoga teacher) Ellen Dragonette.</span></div>
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