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Stretch, Breathe, Succeed

"To enjoy the glow of good health, you must exercise."

- Gene Tunney

Easterseals Sayreville Day Program provided another
fabulous workshop from New Jersey Self-Advocacy
Project hosted by the very talented Michael Pearson.
This is the second time participants took part in this
workshop because they so enjoyed it the first time
around. This session focused on adaptive yoga.
Participants performed routines of breathing exercises,
a bicep pose (stretching their “guns” lol), and stretching
out their backs to help with better circulation. I observed
the laughs and interaction of the program participants
with their fellow peers and they supported one other
throughout the session. I witnessed people that don’t
normally participate in such an energetic activity, stand
up and make a commitment to focus on these healthy
exercises. Staff also supported participants that needed
hand over hand assistance with the yoga exercises,
ensuring all could participate. It was a lovely reminder
that people with special needs should have the same
opportunities as anyone else to develop a healthy body
and spirit. We can’t wait to do this again next year.

- Mary Bori, Senior Direct Support Professional | Sayerville

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