How to keep moving - body and mind: exercise, dance and yoga from home!
Due to the current outbreak of covid-19 corona virus, many people are avoiding gathering in large groups, choosing to isolate at home which makes going to the gym/dance/yoga studios and other fitness spaces a thing of the past. We believe that stressful times like these are precisely when people need wellness practices the most. We’ve been actively seeking out new ways to keep our bodies and minds stimulated and healthy.
This is a short-list of what we are enjoying at Love Learning Tutors HQ.
Dance!
Aj O’Neill
West end performer and choreographer to the stars from world famous Pineapple Dance Studios in London is teaching daily fun easy dance fitness classes for FREE with an optional donation on his Instagram and sometimes Youtube accounts, to keep people active and happy whilst in lockdown. Expect care-free fun!
Live 6.30pm weekdays, sometimes 11am weekends. Keep an eye on AJ’s instagram!
Whether you’re a beginner who’s just starting out or an advanced dancer looking for in-depth training, consider your dance goals now within reach.
Take classes from world dance professionals. And best of all…all from the comfort of your home!
They do a free trial for 7 days! Free online dance classes? Yes please!
Zen out!
Being human is hard. Breethe meditation app is your all-day (and night!) inner wellness partner for anxiety, stress, sleep, and more. You can find guided meditations for real life situations, music for every mood, personalized recommendations, and a learn to meditate program to get you started.
Deal with life’s challenges with guided meditations series, inspirational talks and masterclasses from mindfulness coach Lynne Goldberg & New York Times bestselling personal growth experts.
They say for best results, use everyday.
Free 15 day trial then £11.99/month
Headspace is here to support you through this time of crisis, they are offering some meditations you can listen to anytime.
These are part of a larger collection in the Headspace app — free for everyone — called Weathering the storm. It includes meditations, sleep, and movement exercises to help you out, however you’re feeling. It’s their small way of helping you find some space and kindness for yourself and those around you.
Free meditations
Youtube HIIT workouts
Get sweaty, get stronger!
Short and sweet! 10, 15 and 20 minute HIIT workouts. Easy to do at home, all you need is a mat. Get ready to sweat!
No music which is nice as you can choose your own. 15 minute burst of movement. We like the progress bar, it lets you know how much more is to come.
Let’s flow
Is a wonderful app we’ve been using on and off for a long time. You can choose the music, length and type of practice. There is something for everyone, you don’t need to be able to twist into a pretzel!
If that wasn’t enough, Downward Dog are doing a special offer to keep you on the move, feeling zen during these strange times...
They are making all of their apps - Down Dog, Yoga for Beginners, HIIT, Barre, and 7 Minute Workout - completely free until May 1st.
Dynamic body is a body weight conditioning and movement method taking influence from Contemporary and Baller dance practices, Yoga and Pilates.
The LIVE classes are suitable for 16+ years old, however, private lessons are available to families with younger kids.
This is a 'Pay what you feel' class, suggested £4-10.
If you have come across any other great classes please feel free to share them below. We’re in this together!
Check out our post on how to make the most of online learning.
We’ve also created a study group on Facebook to learn together, answer questions as well as to conduct live sessions with various innovative and creative individuals from all walks of life, get a sneak peek into their lives and what drives them!
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