Known in Japan as ‘shinrin yoku’, forest-bathing is a simple outdoors relaxation method to help boost health and wellbeing. Join us to discover more including exercises to try when you’re out in nature.
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Join Catherine Annis for 30-minutes to learn some simple breathing and movement techniques to help you unwind, release stress and unnecessary tension. Catherine briefly introduces the Vagus nerve and show how we can access it to reduce anxiety, lower blood pressure and heart rate and improve sleep. This is a soothing session, suitable for everyone, regardless of movement experience and ability.
RWL '23 preview - Nina Finlay and Mark Peters
Nina Finlay, a certified Wim Hof Method instructor and Mark Peters, Tai Chi and Qigong master talk though the benefits of cold therapy and importance of breath and moving your body.
Don’t worry, an ice bath is not essential for you to take part in the session!