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24.01.2022 "Nia defines body as the laboratory for exploring health and well-being through its language: sensation. Nia White Belt teaches the Art of Sensation, which is the culmination of the study of the science and craft of movement. This means living and functioning in your body while guided by sensation. By moving, you and your body receive messages from internal (heart rate, lung function, muscle contractions) and external sources (skin, temperature, texture). These messages are... translated into sensations you use to get fit and stay healthy. Learning to stay present to your body sensations is an awareness skill. Everything you do should deepen the experience of being connected to sensation." ~ Debbie Rosas, Nia White Belt Learn Book, 2017 #niaaustralia #niatechnique #nia #mindfulness #bodyconnection #bodylove #theartofsensation #niawhitebelt #sensation #sensationscientist #somaticmovement #yourbodysway #thebodysway #language #languageofthebody
23.01.2022 "While you may be aware that a loss of vision, hearing and memory is a sign of ageing, something that is perhaps not so noticeable is a reduction in height. This apparent shrinking is due to several factors relating to changes in bone, muscles, joints and other tissues in your body. As early as your thirties, age-related muscle loss, known scientifically as sarcopenia, can mean you lose muscle mass at a rate of 3-5% each decade. Of particular concern are those muscles in yo...ur torso, which are primarily responsible for keeping you in an upright position. A reduction in their ability to maintain your posture can make you look stooped and hence shorter. Another reason for height loss as you age is your bone health. Bone is an extremely complex connective tissue that can adapt its size and shape in response to mechanical loads. This enables your bone to remodel itself throughout your life. Around the age of 35-40, you begin to lose more bone than is generated. Regular exercise, especially activities that incorporate some form of weight-bearing, are good for generating bone...This kind of exercise inherently benefits muscle growth too, and so has the potential to protect against both osteoporosis and sarcopenia." #niaaustralia #nia #niadance #exercise #saturdayshare #bodyhealth #ageing #height #nia #thebodysway #health #throughmovementwefindhealth
22.01.2022 Go ahead Start that new hobby you have been thinking about. Start writing that book.... Start taking more time for yourself. Start going to that (Nia) class. Start where you are, break it down into manageable chunks and take the first step. #niaaustralia #nia #youcandoit #getstarted #justdoit #feelthefearanddoitanyway #dancingthroughlife #begin #startsomewhere #selfcare #stressless #motivationmonday
18.01.2022 Upcoming Online Specialty Trainings at Australian-friendly times. You can find all upcoming trainings on the Find a Training page on the Nia Now website (link in comments). #niaaustralia #onlinetraining #niatrainings #movingtoheal #5stages #nia #niatechnique #niadance #training #specialtytrainings
18.01.2022 What is the Nia Moving to Heal Training? "Designed with the unifying theme of healing, Moving to Heal (MTH) training provides you with the knowledge and skills to deliver therapeutic benefits to participants through the Nia class experience. Founded on the art of movement and the philosophy of The Body's Way, you will learn techniques to adapt Nia therapeutically and how to successfully engage people using Nia movement and Dancing Through Life principles to feel better.... Topics covered include philosophy of healing and The Body's Way, sensation science, somatic anatomy, Nia movement, and how to work with music to enhance a therapeutic movement experience. The training places specific emphasis on the ethics of healing and compassionate leadership while considering the needs of diverse students, e.g., cancer patients, Parkinson's Disease, trauma recovery, depression, anxiety, compassion fatigue, or healing post-injury. The course includes topics on expanding and promoting the Nia Moving to Heal Practice." Find a Nia training near you or online via the Trainings page on the Nia Now website (link in comments) #niaaustralia #nia #movingtoheal #selfhealing #somaticmovement #thebodysway #joy #dancingthroughlife #healing #throughmoveentwefindhealth #mth #niatraining #onlinetraining #trainingtuesday
18.01.2022 They’re here! Officially available now in the Nia Australia online shop! New designs and colours, all 100% cotton. New, limited edition summer 2021 pattern now available.... Exclusive discounts available for Nia Australia Teacher and Community Members. #niaaustralia #singlets #apparel #onlineshopping #lookgoodfeelgood #newdesign
18.01.2022 Keep on dancing your cha-cha-cha #niaaustralia #dancingthroughlife #dance #lifeisadance #chacha #Nia #motivationmonday #lifeasart
18.01.2022 Study: Young People are Developing ‘Hornlike Spikes’ at Back of Their Skull Due to Poor Posture "In 2016, University of the Sunshine Coast researchers David Shahar and Mark Sayers analyzed X-rays of 218 young Australians (18-30-year-old) and found that 41% had a bone growth (10-30 mm) at the back of the skull called an enlarged external occipital protuberance (EEOP). The large bony growths were once exclusive to older patients, as they resulted from long-term load on the ske...leton, so was surprised to find many of the growths in younger people, Dr. Shahar said. It is important to understand that, in most cases, bone spurs measure a few single millimeters and yet we found projections of 10 to 30 mm in the studied young population. The findings offered a warning about the early and silent development of bone and joint damage due to poor posture and highlighted the need for prevention intervention through posture modification when using hand-held technologies, Dr. Shahar said. We hypothesize that the sustained increase load at that muscle attachment is due to the weight of the head shifting forward with the use of modern technologies for long periods of time. Shifting the head forwards results in the transfer of the head’s weight from the bones of the spine to the muscles at the back of the neck and head." "The increased load prompts remodeling on both the tendon and the bony ends of the attachment. The tendon’s footprint on the bone becomes wider to distribute the load on a larger surface area of the bone. #niaaustralia #posture #thealexandertechnique #alignment #spinalalignment #technology #adolescenthealth #anatomy #science
17.01.2022 "Nourishing the soul is the process of drinking at the life stream, coming back to one's true self, embracing the whole of one's experience - the good, bad or ugly; painful or exalted; dull or boring." - Jon Kabat-Zinn #nianourishsunday #niaaustralia #quotes #selfcare #nourishinghtesoul #lifeforceenergy
15.01.2022 Wishing everybody a safe and Joyous Christmas and holiday season. Hoping today is very special and brings a little extra love, light and happiness to you and your loved ones this year. #christmas #niaaustralia #nia #merrychristmas #happyholidays #christmasday
12.01.2022 Be the beauty you want to see in the world #nianourishsunday #nia #niaaustralia #bekind #nature
10.01.2022 The body has an incredible ability to heal itself! "Did you know the skin is the largest organ in the body? It has three layers that protect us from germs and help our body keep the right temperature...Our skin also has a lot of sensors so we can touch and feel hot and cold. Once we get a wound, the first thing the body tries to do is stop the bleeding.... Within minutes or even seconds, tiny things in your blood called blood cells start to group together, protecting and plugging up the wound to stop any more bleeding. A scab will start to form. The body tries to plug up the wound as quick as it can. It wants to stop germs getting in through broken skin and making you really sick. But even as this happens, the wound may let out a bit of clear fluid that helps to clean the wound. [Y]our body will send a lot of white blood cells to the wound to get to work. They eat any germs that may have come in when your skin was broken and they also guide the healing process. The blood cells in the body then work to start building new skin, layer by layer. One thing they do is tell the body to start producing more of a chemical called collagen which helps the skin form new layers. You should eat healthy food to help fuel your body while it fixes itself. Your body needs protein (like meat, milk and cheese), carbohydrates (like bread and pasta) and vitamins (like oranges, carrots and spinach)." These foods supply energy for healing your wound, and help your immune system fight germs. #niaaustralia #nia #body #thehumanbody #selfhealing #thebodyknows #amazing #skin
08.01.2022 Here's a song from the Nia Routine "Beautiful". Have you danced it? We want to know:... What would you do today if you were brave? #niaaustralia #motivationmonday #niaroutine #beautiful #ifiwerebrave #whatdouldyoudo #niatechnique #nia #nianow #music #movement #magic
08.01.2022 Human Skull Dimensions Follow Golden Ratio "The Golden Ratio, described by Leonardo da Vinci and Luca Pacioli as the Divine Proportion, is an infinite number often found in nature, art and mathematics. It’s a pattern in pinecones, seashells, galaxies and hurricanes. In a new study investigating whether skull shape follows the Golden Ratio (1.618 ), Johns Hopkins researchers...found that the human skull dimensions followed the Golden Ratio. ... The researchers published their findings in the September issue of The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery." #niaaustralia #nia #humananatomy #goldennumber #goldenratio #bodyfacts #trivia https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org//golden-ratio-observed-in-.
07.01.2022 A Nia rainbow New singlets available now in the shop on the Nia Australia website (direct link in comments) Exclusive discounts for Nia Australia Teacher and Community Members. ... Limited sizes available, get your singlet now #niaaustralia #nia #singlets #apparel #colours #rainbow
05.01.2022 Nia’s philosophy, The Body’s Way, is the study of the body’s inherent wisdom, which explores the design and function of the body and is defined by 5 principles. Over the next 5 weeks, we will explore each of these principles, starting with... Principle 1: The body thrives on dynamic ease... "Dynamic ease is the ability to perform a movement with maximum efficiency and minimal effort. When you achieve dynamic ease, you’ll know it, because it creates a distinct physical sensation, a feeling of effortless power, elegance and grace. To get a feel for dynamic ease, think back to when you learned a challenging physical task it could be when you learned to ride a bike or ski or even type. At first, you felt weak, clumsy, intimidated and frustrated. But you persevered until one day, suddenly: Bingo! Dynamic Ease!" (FocusPocusNow) When is a time in your life that you felt you achieved dynamic ease? #niaaustralia #dynamicease #thebodyswaythursday #niatechnique #nia #niadance #yourbodysway #somaticmovement #healing
05.01.2022 Here's to the Joy of giving and a happy holiday season Remember to give to yourself and fill up your own joy cup #niaaustralia #nia #sharing #christmastime #christmasspirit #givingopensthewaytoreceiving #fillupyourcup #opentoreceive
04.01.2022 New Moon in Capricorn 13 Janurary What you can expect:... Help to solidify your intentions, goals and plans A chance to lock in our goals and get clear about our strategies to achieve them. Capricorn energy is all about hard work, determination, resilience and upward mobility. Pluto also has an effect this New Moon and Pluto is the ruler of regeneration, transformation and personal power. A great time to set goals related to financial stability and work To feel more motivated What you can do: Pay close attention to any new opportunities, situations or circumstances that come your way Set intentions Create a plan to support you in achieving your goals and aspirations #niaaustralia #lunarcycle #newmoon #capricorn References Style Caster Bustle Photo: ADOBE. DESIGN: CIERRA MILLER/STYLECASTER.
03.01.2022 Online Nia classes with Australian teachers are now available. Dance your way through January and beyond! Visit the Online Classes page on the Nia Australia website to find one that works for you! (Link in comments.)... #niaaustralia #niaonline #nia #onlineclasses #dancingthroughlife #choosejoy #dancethroughjanuary #thebodysway
03.01.2022 At this busy time of year, it's easy to let self-care slide. To not only survive, but to thrive through the holidays, give yourself a Wellness Wednesday check-in... What's one thing you can do today to feel better?... #niaaustralia #wellnesswednesday #today #selflove #selfcare #christmastime #dancingthroughlife #niadance #nia #niatechnique #feelgood #feelbetter #selfhealing
02.01.2022 #nianourishsunday #niaaustralia #nia #acceptwhatis #letgo #newyear
02.01.2022 Yoga with Santa Yoga is one of the Healing Arts of Nia, so I guess you could say Santa does Nia! #niaaustralia #yoga #christmas #niatechnique #nia ... Image credit: VectorStock image
01.01.2022 Full Moon in Leo 29 January What you can expect:... This full moon energy to supercharge your creative potential, help you step into your light and even have a bit of fun Astrologically, a full moon represents a time for culmination, completion, illumination, release and resolution. To find a deeper understanding of yourself or a circumstance that’s been weighing on you A call to examine how well you balance the individual ego with the collective A desire to seek pleasure and romance (Leo full moon) contrasted with a calling to remain objective while focusing on the greater good (Aquarius Sun). The goal is to experience both in balance Jupiter will be closely aligned with this full moon, magnifying the need to be objective Mars will be sending testy vibes to this full moon, potentially causing egos to flair A desire to take immediate action in expressing your needs and desires, which may not be well received by others A sense of envy of others (or others envying you) Power struggles, triangular situations, and jealousies may come to a head Transformation around romantic and financial matters is possible, if we are ready to evolve Those who’ve felt subservient to others will take action in having their voices heard What you can do: Turn inward, reflect and allow the universe to share feedback on your current path Remain objective Consider the greater good Keep your ego in check Let any spicy vibes roll off your back over the next few days Think before you speak or send a text Meditate on what and how you want to express emotions Get all the information before acting or making a decision Avoid making emotional decisions in the moment #niaaustralia #astrology #fullmoon #fullmooninleao #firstfullmoon2021 #energy #healing #completion #reflection #illumination References: Style Caster The Hood Witch
01.01.2022 Principle 3 of The Body's Way: The Body is balanced in Yin and Yang "We can tell that the body is comprised of both yin and yang energies simply by observing the body itself. Yin soft, female, inward-directed energy is constantly being manifested by the body’s smooth, melodic movements. Yang hard, male, outward-directed energy is reflected by more explosive, rhythmic movements. ... Inhaling is yin, while exhaling is yang. Intense activity is yang, while rest is yin. Warming up is yang while cooling down is yin. All of these aspects of living and moving are indispensable and equally important. For example, how could you possibly inhale without exhaling?" ~ FocusPocusNow Nia provides a balance of Yin and Yang movement forms from Tae Kwon Do, to Tai Chi and Aikido, to dance, yoga and more. This is one unique aspect makes Nia is a wonderful cross-training complement to other physical practices. #nia #niaaustralia #niatechnique #yinandyang #yinyang #martialarts #dancearts #healingarts #thebodysway #thebodyswaythursday
