Discover how mindful yoga can help with sore joints, muscle and fatigue.
And how any BODY can do yoga at home or the office.
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This 12-Minute seated sequence is gentle and effective at getting the body moving, in the right way. It will help activate the synovial fluid in large and small joints, stimulate lymphatic flow and create greater range of motion and flexibility.
Give it a try. When you realize that any BODY can do yoga, a whole new world will open up for you.
This guided flow is for you, if:
Meet Vanessa Bond
BA, CNP, NNCP
Hi, I’m founder of The Integrative Autoimmune Network, a nutritionist with 10+ years experience.
I believe in an integrative approach for autoimmune. While food is the foundation for health, building resilience requires more than bone broth and vitamin D.
I know this because I’m also the mom of an autoimmune with a rare rheumatic condition and I have an IBD.
Studies show that a consistent yoga practice helps both physical and mental health while living with autoimmune. You can also experience less pain in joints because yoga helps stimulate the movement of synovial fluid in the joints, allowing for greater range of motion due to smoother movement.
This is why mindful yoga and intentional breathwork are uniquely positioned to support autoimmune health goals beyond building strength:
- Yoga helps lower stress hormones which activate our immune response.
- It helps improve cardiovascular and respiratory health, without intensive runs or bike rides.
- It also supports the lymphatic system by squeezing out toxins and bringing oxygen to cells.
Yoga combined with breathwork and nutrition are a powerful combination for increased energy, reduced pain and physical/emotional resilience.
I invite you to try this at home (or the office) and give mindful yoga a try.
XO Vanessa
If you're curious about my story ...
My teen is living well with a rare rheumatic condition called CRMO, which is similar to JIA or RA. I too have had elevated Rheumatoid Factor since my 20s, and used to struggle with a long list of digestive issues (IBS & Candida), which is why I became a holistic & integrative nutritionist 10 years ago.
Integrative nutrition and supporting digestive function - making it practical and easy for our family - was a key part of our success because food is the foundation for health.
During my career, I have worked at two naturopathic health clinics where I supported clients with various inflammatory conditions and now support clients online across Canada and the US.
I'm a professional advisor at the student clinic with the Institute For Holistic Nutrition, I write for publications and participate in summits and podcasts.
I hope you enjoy the handout ... it's what I practice at home and teach my clients.
Helping you bond with good health,
Vanessa