Touch is a language of human connection! Compassionate touch is so biologically important to us that we cannot survive without it. Yet, how much education do we have for this language of touch? Studying Thai massage opens the door to expanding your touch vocabulary in a supportive learning environment. Training in Thai massage builds a platform of communication, gives you a way to help others with the skill of manual therapy, and profoundly influences the relationships you have with others.

Beginning April 5. 12:00 pm Join us for Pilates classes every Thursday! All skill levels welcome. Physio 4 U, 459 23rd Street, Brandon, 204-725-4066, www.physio4u.net

These exercises are usually done in a specific order at various levels of difficulty. The moves may look simple, but take a lot of precision and control. You can do Pilates on a mat in class, at home, or individually with an instructor. Pilates targets core areas and legs, with a focus on stabilizing and strengthening your abdominals and back. It generates flexibility and strength using your own body weight, but it is not a cardio workout.

The gluteus maximus muscle is located in the buttocks and is regarded as one of the strongest muscles in the human body. It is an important muscle because it is a prime mover of the leg bone into extension (moving the leg backwards) or propelling the body forward as when walking and running. By strengthening your gluteus muscles, your spine will have more support and your pelvis will automatically begin to stabilize. Both of which are essential to improved posture. Having strong gluteus muscles can prevent injuries to your knees, lower back and hamstrings, all of which are essential to simple daily activities. Strengthening your gluteus muscles can help improve low back pain, as well as make sitting down, standing, picking up heavy objects and climbing stairs easier. The gluteus maximus is one of the primary muscle groups that help us rise from a chair. See your physiotherapist for a specific gluteus strengthening program.

Chronic stress takes a high toll on mental and physical health. Some may not even recognize the symptoms, which can range from insomnia, irritability, mental fog, headaches, and fatigue, to more serious physical health problems including weight gain, osteoporosis, digestive problems, hormone imbalances, cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. Access BARS are a relaxing way to deal with stress, and all of the thoughts that do not serve you. Lightly touching 32 points on your head, this healing modality has been known to reduce stress, and improve sleep, focus, and physical and mental health.

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March 16-18; Mar 23-25; Apr 13-15 Navina® Principal Certification Thai Massage Training. Classes run Friday – Sunday, over three weekends. (204) 729-8596. Robinchant.com

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