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Asahi: The Nordic Health Practice

by Asahi Nordic Institute

A Finnish movement practice for health and self-care

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A Finnish movement practice for health and self-care

Asahi is presented as a Finnish exercise practice built around easy-to-learn movements coordinated with breathing. The book describes sessions at a slow, peaceful pace and covers using the method for self-care and rehabilitation. Its scope also includes the practice’s proposed role in supporting activity, independence and social contact, particularly in later life. The description places Asahi within health and physical activity, while this volume’s practical emphasis is on the movement method and its possible uses in everyday care.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Adults interested in learning about a Finnish movement practice
  • Readers exploring exercise approaches that include breathing and self-care
  • Those seeking information on movement and rehabilitation for older adults

Themes

Movement and exerciseBreathingSelf-care and rehabilitationAging and independenceSocial connection

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Book overview

Let Asahi Move you! Asahi is a health exercise developed in Finland, which can be done by people of all ages and states of health. The movements are easy to learn are done at slow, peaceful pace in time with the breathing. Asahi helps people stay in the workforce longer. It also has a positive effect on their mental health and provides a way to maintain social contact. By practicing Asahi regularly, the elderly stay more active and are able to live independently in their own home longer. This book, Asahi - The Nordic Health Practice, also includes ways to use the method as a means of self-care and rehabilitation. Asahi meets the physical activity recommendations set up by the WHO and the ODPHP. Because it is both safe and effective, many specialized health organizations recommend and teach Asahi to their members.
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