Hello everyone! Today we open a space for deep connection with Teacher Laila Troitiño, an expert guide in yoga with a special sensitivity towards those who walk the path of cancer. Together with Dr. Roberto García, we explore how yoga can be much more than a physical practice, becoming a powerful ally for the integral well-being of body, mind and spirit.
An Inspiring Discovery: Yoga as a Supplement in Oncology
Dr. Garcia’s interest in yoga for cancer patients stemmed from his experience at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York, a pioneering center in integrating complementary therapies. She discovered a world of possibilities where yoga was offered as a valuable support to improve the quality of life of patients.
Meeting Our Guide: Laila Troitiño, a Heart Dedicated to Wellness
Laila, with a strong background in yoga for children and adults, and a specialization in breathing, relaxation, and meditation techniques, shares her vast experience, including her certification as a yoga instructor for MSKCC patients. Her studio, Laila Yoga, is a beacon of holistic wellness through yoga, meditation, and energy therapies.
Beyond Posture: The Holistic Benefits of Yoga
Yoga is much more than a series of movements. Laila explains how this ancient practice connects our body, our mind, and our spiritual essence. For cancer patients, this translates into a powerful tool to:
- Reduce stress: By decreasing cortisol levels, the hormone that skyrockets in times of tension.
- Improve quality of life: Through techniques that address physical and emotional well-being.
- Strengthen the immune system: Enhancing the body’s natural ability to heal.
- Connect with the body: Recognizing and accepting changes that may arise during treatment.
- Calming the mind: Learning to manage anxiety and negative thoughts.
A Personalized Yoga for Every Warrior
Laila emphasizes that yoga classes for cancer patients are usually private, adapting to the specific needs and conditions of each person. A class for someone with full mobility is not the same as for someone recovering from surgery or undergoing chemotherapy treatment.
Caregiving Extends to Caregivers: Yoga for Family Members
The impact of cancer is felt throughout the family circle. Laila also offers her guidance to loved ones, acknowledging the stress and anxiety they may experience, giving them tools to find calm and balance.
Breathing: The Key to Life and Calm
Mindful breathing techniques are a fundamental pillar of yoga. Laila teaches us how we can use breathing to change our emotions, prepare for difficult treatments, and find moments of peace in the midst of uncertainty.
Voices of Hope: The Pink Warriors Experience
The brave women of Pink Warriors share how yoga has helped them manage joint pain and take charge of their lives after breast cancer. Their testimonies are a powerful example of the positive impact of this practice.
A Transformative Lifestyle: Beyond Exercise
Yoga is a paradigm shift, an invitation to live with greater awareness. Through food, relaxation, breathing, and connecting with the present, we cultivate well-being that transcends the physical.
The Energy That Flows: Unlocking Inner Wellness
Laila explains how yoga, through movement and conscious breathing, helps to unblock the body’s energy channels, releasing tension and promoting a sense of deep well-being.
Conscience and Self-Love: The Body as a Temple
The practice of yoga invites us to become more aware of our bodies, to recognize it as our source of energy, and to make healthier choices in all aspects of our lives.
Science Supports Ancient Wisdom
Scientific studies have shown how meditation and yoga activate areas of the brain related to well-being, decrease cortisol levels and release endorphins, generating a feeling of calm and strength.
Breaking the Mold: Yoga is for Everyone
Although yoga was historically a male practice, today it is open to everyone, regardless of gender, age, or physical condition. Laila reminds us that there is a style of yoga for everyone.
Yoga Comes to You: Online Classes in Times of Change
Adapting to the current circumstances, Laila offers online sessions through virtual platforms, bringing the benefits of yoga directly to your home.
Joining Forces at Panama Cancer Clinic
Laila is part of the multidisciplinary team at Panama Cancer Clinic, where yoga is integrated as a fundamental tool for the integral well-being of patients.
A Message of Hope and Well-Being
Yoga is a beacon of hope and a powerful tool to walk the path of cancer with greater strength and well-being. Do not hesitate to explore its benefits and allow Laila’s guidance to accompany you on this journey towards integral healing.
