Benefits: strengthens and stretches the legs; brings flexibility into the hips; improves balance and confidence; calms the mind and improves concentration
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Strengthens back and leg muscles; opens the abdomen and chest; increases flexibility in shoulders and upper back; counteracts the effects of long periods of sitting; stimulates the thyroid; helps ease depression and high blood pressure; balances the nervous system.