Mara teaches at Personally Fit in Rancho Santa Fe and is associated with the famous Golden Door Spa, in CA, as well as others. Glad to be here again. Yes, but intimidation is short-lived once they get started. Forward bends, deep diaphragmatic breathing, inversions are all good. Sit on the floor with legs stretched in front of you and bend forward over them.
Forward bends promote relaxation, calm the nervous system, and promote introspection.
From one to five minutes. Yes, if they practice a well-balanced routine. People who are so wound up that it takes a great deal of time and concentration to achieve relaxation. Mary, go ahead. Make sure that you talk to the instructor first.