Laughing Yoga guru and creator of this movement is Dr. Madan Kataria.
Here he is with Patch Adams the creator of laughter in hospitals.

Laff-a-rama the NYC Laughter Workout

Class Facilitated by Laughter Leader & “FUNtrepreneur”
Marilyn Galfin


Also known as LAUGHING YOGA. We act out the movements as we laugh. There are no jokes or outside stimuli to try to make you laugh. Also called laughter for no reason- or simulated laughter.Based on laughter clubs that started in India by Dr. Madan Kataria, the laughing yoga guru.

You actually get the effects of an aerobic workout such as increased heart rate, intake of more oxygen and increased energy. It is an incredible stress reducer. Guaranteed to lift your spirits. You will experience immediate results. You can read laughter articles for more information.

http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles

/A_Laugh_A_Day_May_Keep_the_Doctor_Away.html

Laff-a-Rama Class also includes

*  Centering, Relaxation, & Breathing exercises

*  Stretching & Movement influenced by Yoga, Mime and Dance.

* Simple Hysterical Games including Childhood Games

Knowledge about the benefits of  laughter is dispersed throughout the class

Hear from satisfied Laughers

At the workshop I had a wonderful time and learned that laughter is not only healthy and freeing but also easy to do on the spot without needing a joke or other outside sources. I now add a snicker or hearty laughter to my day whenever I realize I need a boost or just feel I am too serious. I didn’t believe it could work ,but it does. Thank you so much Marilyn. Cordula Cofressee-gardener

“I highly recommend Laff-a-Rama (the NYC Laughter Workout) to anyone who cares about feeling good and wants to experience more joy. I’ve always known that laughter was the best medicine.But I had no idea how much fun Marilyn Galfin’s class would be. Play and laughter are absolute necessities, not frivolous, and we all need to make more time for them in life. Marilyn is an energetic, inspiring and entertaining teacher. I felt my muscles relax and stress leave my body. I was re-energized and left feeling absolutely wonderful. The feeling stayed with me for days. For anyone always on the run, Laff-a-Rama is a great one-hour workout for the body, mind and spirit.”A must for any stressed New Yorker.” B Smith, Discovery Channel’s B.Smith Show

Members of the Red Hat Society Say:

“I had a good time relaxing and laughing heartily out loud.I seldom laugh really out loud”.

“This is just wonderful. It was “freeing”. I enjoyed getting my body working. I had a friend who said,
when I was depressed”smile and fool your body” It really does work!! “

“I had a great time- laughter is the best medicine. I think you have a lot to offer and I will tell everyone about
the night the Red Hats had.”

Why Laughter
Take a look at this laughter list to see what a few doses of laughter a day can do for you and if this will light a fire under your buns to get you laughing more often to keep more positive things happening in your life.Laughter- A Mini Cardio Workout.

According to Dr. Fry a few minutes of strong hearty laughter is equal to a few minutes on a rowing machine. I bet it you row and laugh at the same time you get a double dose of health building.High Blood Pressure?Boost Your Immune System.Endorphin happy feelings Heart Chakra Openings

This is a good start but want to know what extra goodies laughter can bring you?
Laughing is great for your sex life. It is like a natural  pheromone. Think pheromones of fun. It helps you to create a more relaxed and friendly vibe.

Also laughter can be inviting and contagious. People love to gravitate toward laughter and people with a sense of humor. Laughter can help loosen you up and start seeing the world from a lighter perspective.

If none of this doesn’t inspire you to laugh more and seek more laughter and be more of a conscious active laugher, you may have become other statistic and fallen prey to the “laughter is only for kids” syndrome.

Hopefully we didn’t lose you. If you laugh more watch for the positive benefits that will help transform your mind, body and spirit for the better.

Ho Ho, Ha Ha. May the Laughter be with you. Enjoy this blog and may it inspire some laughter and joy as well as educate you and create a life with more joy, satisfaction, contentment.
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