Regional exercise services Stick workout Kaarela

Stick workout includes exercises that improve mobility and muscle strength, using a stick. All the exercises done during the lesson are performed standing up. Stick workout is a versatile form of exercise, which particularly improves upper body mobility and posture. The main focus of the stick workout class is on stimulating blood circulation in the neck and shoulder area and improving posture, not forgetting balance exercises. The exercises help to loosen the tightness in the shoulder area and improve the mobility of the shoulder joint, as well as open up the thoracic spine and strengthen the core. Even breathing becomes easier with a better posture. Participating in the stick workout organised by the regional exercise services is an excellent way of ensuring your health and wellbeing. In this class, everyone exercises according to their own ability, not forgetting the joy of exercise. Regional exercise services are suitable for everyone, and the class provides an excellent opportunity to get to know other people in the area and to feel a sense of belonging. It is never too late to start moving! The class is conducted in Finnish and is led by a regional sports coordinator. The sticks used in the class are available on site. The City of Helsinki has not taken out insurance for participants in the exercise group. You can join the activities organised by regional exercise services at any time with no advance registration. The first introductory class is free of charge. To participate, you will need the regional exercise passport, which can be borrowed for two weeks at the Malminkartano and Kannelmäki libraries or bought at the City’s indoor sports facilities or the regional sports coordinator. The regional exercise passport entitles you to participate in all regional exercise groups. Further information on where to buy the pass, schedules and prices can be found on the regional exercise services website at liikunta.hel.fi/en/pages/guided-exercise/regional-exercise-services. Photo: Helsingin kaupunki

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