We started by bending our knees slightly, tucking in our tail bone and relaxing the shoulders then bouncing from the waste, shaking our arms gently. The routine got started with tapping to a count like a drum the lower abdomen which stimulates the digestive system. We faced each other in a circle. The circle grows as people enter in the group taking their turn at counting the repetitions as we tap. In a strange way this helps your mind to relax and enjoy the sound of the cadence as each person calls out numbers from 1 to 10, one person after another, taking their turn, 1 through 10, or 20, 30, 40, keeping up with the total taps. Before you knew it you have done 100 or more repetitions. Afterwards you rub you stomach in a clockwise motion. The next routine focused on the same lower digestion system, by contracting and releasing the lower abdomen in and out. You must do this while maintaining the posture and taking your turn at keeping the count. The best thing about group exercises is the feeling that you are a part of the team, like a dance.
I also soon realized that I would become aware of where my internal organs were and how to energize them to clean out the toxins. This is a very open and honest approach to exercising. I can say I did feel energized.
The next part of the routine involves stretching to relieve stress and tension. But right now, it’s the end of the day, and that sounds good to me. So I’ll finish the report tomorrow. The best part is yet to come.
I found out that the creator of Dahn Yoga was a stroke survivor and used these exercises for his healing and recovery.
Again please visit the MSLSC Store Books and DVD’s on our website to find the Dahn Yoda and MS DVD. You can get started with the lessons, they are similar to what I experienced.
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