Here's Something We Can Do- Yoga!

People that practice Yoga are generally thin, in shape, attractive, self assured and calm. Why?

In reading what makes Yoga- Yoga, I've found some interesting references to the practice involving a series of postures, stretches, and contortions, along with the "power of still" to create a healing practice that improves circulation, relieves back pain and stretches out muscle groups.

The practice is for men, women, and youths, anaerobic, meaning without jumping up and down or duration of jogging that makes aerobics or a good run not a viable practice for many.

A Yoga instructor, in fact, might certainly be a Certified Yoga Teacher trained to work with students who suffer from chronic pain in the knees, shoulder, or spine.

So, if you're in the mood, Yoga might suit your needs and your limitations. There are several Yoga studios in Montpelier. Generally new students receive an introductory discount.

The First in Fitness

If you're between the ages of 7 and 70, you can enjoy a range of activities at First in Fitness Racket & Swim Club, including tennis, swimming, and their traditional workout center.

A Winter Swim

The fitness center makes available its 25 yard long, six lane swimming pool and hot tub.
Swimming workouts and classes are scheduled throughout the winter, including, the Master's Swim workout and training program designed to get into shape for the triathalon season.

For kids too! For the winter months, sign up to "Learn to Swim", a program for children ages 6 and up taught by American Red Cross Certified Water Safety instructors. The series will bring children to the level of avid swimmer.

For children 6 months to 5 years a special aquatics course is available and designed to acquaint the very young with water.

Physical Therapy Available

The First in Fitness Racket & Swim Club is also home to Choice Physical Therapy that performs outpatient rehabilitative services for those recovering from injury and illness, rehabilitative after surgery, and in need of relief from chronic conditions. (Photos courtesy of First in Fitness Racket & Swim Club, Berlin, VT)

Montpelier is also home to a myriad of health and wellness classes for young and old. Visit Experience Montpelier's Things to Do for a posting of classes for mind, body, and spirit.