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- How to Choose a Yoga Retreat - 8 Things to Consider - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2011 from Jasmine KaloudisAre considering a yoga retreat? You have allocated the time and money and are committed to a meaningful experience. How do you know what to expect from your upcoming retreat? A little forethought, research and proper planning can make your retreat a profound life experience a la Eat, Pray, ...
Views: 1944 - Is the Island of Ibiza Really a Place to Relax and Learn Yoga? - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2011 from John McKiernanWhat a contrast! A tranquil, spiritual activity such as Yoga practiced, even instructed on a loud, buzzing and energetic party island that is Ibiza. Well, firstly, it’s completely true and secondly it is not as crazy as it may seem. If you have ever heard of Koh Pha Ngan in the Gulf of Thailand, ...
Views: 673 - The right answer to the question how to losing weight? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Carlos EduardoWary of the diseases that are associated with obesity, people are hurriedly looking for how to losing weight effectively and efficiently. The market is full of medicines that claim to burn the fat in weeks. Also there are dieticians that boast to make fatty people slim in no time. Fat is ...
Views: 760 - Pain Relief and Yoga Meditation - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Dion DalyDo you suffer from frequent pain? Do you hate relying on medication every time you suffer from pain? If you do, then you will be pleased to hear that yoga meditation is another pain relief option open to you that doesn't involve having weird side effects. A lot of people suffering from frequent ...
Views: 1144 - Relieve Your Stress With Mind Body Exercises - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from sarah labdarAlthough most people feel they don’t have time to exercise, or don’t think they need to exercise, what they don’t realize is that exercise is an essential part of a healthy life style. Exercise is key to controlling weight management, protecting against various diseases and stress management. ...
Views: 1829(2 votes) - How yoga affects the rights? - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2011 from Richard LogueIn a previous article, "Goals of Yoga" I've said that classical yoga allows you to perform several important tasks. One of them - is to achieve a state of complete rest and inactivity mind and body, which is achieved by performing asanas. Staying in the immobilized state, the person has a sense ...
Views: 720 - Goal of yoga - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2011 from Richard LogueMost people think that yoga classes are needed for recovery and purification of the body. Moreover, this view can be heard anywhere from anyone. Obtained such a stereotype - yoga as a sport, it is necessary for the recovery of the body. And forget that to achieve high results in yoga, at least ...
Views: 768 - An Amazing Yoga Exercise: 12-Step Salute to the Sun - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Aurelio RamosOne of the overall yoga workouts is the 12-step salute to the sun. Practice it once or two times when you get up in the morning to assist minimize stiffness and revitalize our bodies. Multiple repetitions at night will enable you to to chill; insomniacs usually acquire that six to 12 rounds ...
Views: 1295(1 vote) - Yoga for Grief: Why Practice Is Important - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Heather StangThe practice of yoga for grief may seem daunting at first glance. Contemporary media and fitness magazines depict model-thin women in the prime of their lives twisting into the most advanced expression of pretzel-like postures. They are strong; they are at peace; they radiate ...
Views: 1178(1 vote) - The Truth About Yoga for Weight Loss - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Michael LocklearYoga is a combination of breathing exercises, physical postures, and meditation that has been practiced for more than 5,000 years. What sets it apart from similar exercises like stretching or calisthenics is the deep and distinct connection with your breathing. Scientists at the Fred ...
Views: 1389 - How Gentle Yoga Will Boost Your Mood: The Science Behind Yoga for Depression - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Michael LocklearScientists at the New York Medical Center, the University of California, and the Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons found that yoga could be a beneficial, low-risk, low-cost treatment for: anxiety PTSD hypertension depression stress-related medical illnesses substance ...
Views: 1053 - Yoga Clothes - Pick a qualified - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Didik SupriantoWith seeking the ideal yoga clothes, needless to say they must be comfortable and created to provide a restful consequence. The most beneficial yoga clothes are the types which allow you to readily go preventing cases of diversion from unwanted feelings in addition to hindrance if you are ...
Views: 704 - Yoga Poses – Directions. Benefits and Dangers of Certain Poses - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Jasmine KaloudisYoga Poses – Directions. Benefits and Dangers of Certain Poses. Forward Bends. Directions: Stand both feet firmly on the ground. Bend both arms forward and then clasp behind and up in the air. Benefits: Forward bends are calming, they also provide a nice stretch for the hamstrings as ...
Views: 2137 - Can Yoga Help Smokers Quit? Some Say Yes - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Dahn YogaThis New Year, millions of Americans will resolve to quit smoking, a noble goal that typically lasts a couple of hours. But there is hope for those stuck making the same resolution each January: yoga is emerging as an unexpected source of strength for those trying to shake the habit for ...
Views: 1339 - Yoga As An Alternative Approach to Cancer Therapy - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from David ProcyshynYoga and Cancer Therapy Yoga is one of the most widely used complementary and alternative medicine therapies to manage illness. The amount of research that is going into studying the beneficial effects for those living with cancer is simply overwhelming. From reducing nausea due to ...
Views: 1379(2 votes) - Practical Spirituality On Reclaiming Real Science April 6, 2011 - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from John GilmoreThere seems to be a gap between what leaders want and what the people want that is supported by false religion and pseudoscience (another form of religion that uses scientific jargon). This gap has existed for a long time, but has been growing since the Age of Enlightenment. During that time, ...
Views: 1250(1 vote) - Who can be called a yogi? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2011 from Richard LoguePerhaps a person who can perform the most difficult asana? But then what about the circus, acrobats, gymnasts, who have often flexibility, is not worse than those of the Yogi? Or take for example the average person, regular exercise and reached a high level of plasticity. Does it have a right to ...
Views: 700 - Pregnancy Yoga Secrets: What are the best ways to get fit during pregnancy? (Pregnancy Advice for You) - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Anna WehrPregnancy yoga is an excellent way to give even the busiest and most stressed mom a quiet and natural delivery. It can quiet the mind and soul and forge a deep connection between the mom and her baby. It can help the mother relax, enjoy the experience and have a smooth natural birth, but ...
Views: 910 - Home Remedies and Yoga Can Be a Source of Natural Health Tips - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Smith james leeYoga originated in India is a Sanskrit word which means union. It was a meditation practice used in Hinduism, Jainism and Buddhism. Yoga is the use several posture and berating techniques to improve strength and bring relaxation. Over the years, medical studies have declared it as on of the best ...
Views: 734 - Developing a Gorgeous Body with Yoga - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2011 from Perlas GiumarroBy way of modernity of our age, the gap amongst the east along with the west has begun to shrink. Western concepts, invention and philosophy have already been integrated for the lives of the men and women of the east. The as soon as bizarre practices of the east are now getting put into practice ...
Views: 752(2 votes) - Top Five Benefits of yoga - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2011 from Anthony YoungThe effects of regular practice of yoga is long lasting and astonishing while the results can be noticed quickly. If you practice Hatha Yoga (the form of Yoga that deals specifically with the body), you may first notice an improvement in your flexibility, muscle tone, and overall fitness. ...
Views: 818 - Developing a Gorgeous Body with Yoga - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2011 from Perlas GiumarroBy way of modernity of our age, the gap amongst the east along with the west has begun to shrink. Western concepts, invention and philosophy have already been integrated for the lives of the men and women of the east. The as soon as bizarre practices of the east are now getting put into practice ...
Views: 741(1 vote) - Have some Hatha Yoga - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2011 from Didik SupriantoHatha Yoga is termed your 6000 year old method that is accustomed to improve the balanced body, thoughts in addition to nature. People who carry out Hatha Yoga combine this stretching exercises regarding asanas within their practice. It provides the actual emotional focus along with deep ...
Views: 854(1 vote) - Power Yoga, Running up - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2011 from Didik SupriantoWe might 't be accustomed to power style yoga because it is not really fully shown us. Power Yoga is called the american type involving Ashtanga Yoga exercise which in turn brought by your Indians. Beryl Bender Birch ended up being the one who gave the definition of Power Style Yoga. This ...
Views: 1276(1 vote) - What benefits can produce yoga for pregnant woman - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2011 from Anthony YoungMost of the women begin to "listen to" their body during pregnancy. When this awareness grows, most women will give importance to nutritional food and avoid stimulants. Quite often in these situation, women love to take up some type of exercise that is appropriate during pregnancy. Yoga is ...
Views: 655 - Essence of Sadhana - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from apoorve saxenaGet up at 4 a.m. daily. This is Brahmamuhurta which is extremely favourable for meditation on God. Asana: Sit on Padma, Siddha or Sukha Asana for Japa and meditation for half an hour, facing the east or the north. Increase the period gradually to three hours. Do Sirshasana and Sarvangasana ...
Views: 716 - What Is Brahmacharya? - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2011 from apoorve saxenaIt is only within recent years, practically the last forty, that the scientific attention has been brought to bear upon the subject of the nature and evolution of the sexual impulse in man. Psychologists and clinical students have made careful investigations into the phenomena of normal and ...
Views: 1894 - YOGA OF RIGHT CONDUCT - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2011 from apoorve saxenaThe man of right conduct always cares for the welfare of all beings. He lives in harmony with the neighbours and all people. He never hurts the feelings of others, never speaks lies. He practices Brahmacharya. He checks the evil tendencies of the mind and prepares himself through the practice of ...
Views: 620 - Yoga for Health - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2011 from apoorve saxenaMost of the diseases take their origin in over-eating, sexual excess and outbursts of anger and hatred. If the mind is kept cool and calm at all times, you will have wonderful health, strength and vitality. Energy is depleted by fits of anger. The cells and tissues are filled with morbid, ...
Views: 686 - Hit up with all your Yoga poses - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2011 from Didik SupriantoThere are many regarding Yoga Poses and you may possibly question if a few will still be practiced along with used. The answer is indeed. Yoga poses functionality and perform in a different way. Just about every offer is made to acquire one’s overall flexibility and also durability. Here are a ...
Views: 742 - Keeping up with good Yoga postures - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2011 from Didik SupriantoYoga helps crank out very good displaying simply by growing, elongating, in addition to keeping the actual place of your respective vertebrae and also the muscular tissues approximately the idea. Pilates likewise beefs up the body including your ab muscles, which protects an individual returning ...
Views: 761 - Yoga mat Matters - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2011 from Didik SupriantoIf you appreciate Tai-chi a good deal, you would then very likely need a Yoga Mat . Folks who are inside Meditation involve themselves to enjoy a Yoga mat. You should purchase a new Yoga mat available in the market since it has long been largely well-known mainly as of late. A new Yoga mat can ...
Views: 798 - 3 Easy and Simple Stretching Exercises to Help with Sciatica. - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2011 from Andrew HunterOne of the best ways to relieve the pain of Sciatica is with stretching exercises. Since most cases of Sciatica are caused by muscular imbalances or poor posture (which often results in muscle imbalances over time), stretching can help you to strengthen weak muscles and release the tension to ...
Views: 2392 - How To Become A Yoga Teacher - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Sergio DiazGranadosAre you interested in becoming a Yoga teacher? The Yoga industry is thriving right right now not only because it can be a lucrative career financially, but more so because of how rewarding it is. If you have practiced Yoga, you know how fulfilling this experience can be. But being a teacher ...
Views: 1043(1 vote) - How To Relieve Anxiety Without Medication - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Russell MichenfelderThere are various techniques by which you can treat the problem of anxiety, stress or panic attacks without using medication. These are widely identified as relaxation techniques. Not only does it not need medication; you won't require much of your hard earned money in order to treat the ...
Views: 963 - Holosync meditation: Experience the magic called meditation with no extra effort - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from Michael AdekanmbiMeditation relieves from stress, provides a relaxing feeling and also helps us cope with complex problems. This stress has its origins in today’s hectic lifestyle. Simply put, it is outcome of high ambitions. Meditation provides a convenient and inexpensive way to de-stress the mind and body. It ...
Views: 827 - Learn to meditate with free meditation MP3’s - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from Michael AdekanmbiFree meditation MP3's are a boon for those who want to practice meditation but don’t get enough time because of their hectic lifestyle. These are available on Internet and downloadable. Interested people can download them without any hassle and enjoy the fruits of meditation. Today everyone is ...
Views: 1261 - Poses and Exercises in Yoga for Weight Loss - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2011 from Dr Andrew NapierYoga has originated from India many years ago. The word 'Yoga' is derived from Sanskrit which means union. It is the union of the mind and body to achieve a well balanced life. Practicing yoga not only helps in toning your body, improving the physical and mental well being, but also helps in fat ...
Views: 690 - Life is an Adventure, "Live It" - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2011 from Paul ClaytonCosta Rica is Central America's jewel. It's an oasis and an Ecotourism heaven, making it one of the best places to experience the tropics with minimal impact. It's also mostly coastline, which means great surfing, activities and beaches galore with a climate built for laziness. Costa Rica ...
Views: 1257(8 votes) - Yoga Positions to Counter Migraines - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Peter CollinsMigraines are caused by stress, dieting, insufficient sleep, allergic reactions amongst other causes. The symptoms include headaches, nausea, pain and sensitivity to sound and light and they can make the victim’s life unbearable. Apart from medication, there are other natural ways to handle this ...
Views: 594(1 vote) - Yoga Pilates: Probably the Finest Way to Tone That Body (The Best Results for Littlest Effort) - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Anna WehrLife is not always easy. Maintaining a lifestyle, work, social obligations and family issues can create pressure in the day to day routine of living. Stress reduction is a common desire of many people. Yoga and pilates are two very popular ways of coping with stress. Learning effective ways of ...
Views: 2212(2 votes) - 6 Beginner Yoga Poses: The Secret To Accelerating Your Fitness Goals (These are Good!) - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Anna WehrFor those who often feel stressed out because of having to juggle so many things in their fast-paced lives, one of the best ways to seek peace and relaxation is to take at least one hour a day to practice yoga. In the recent years more and more people have turned to yoga as a way to find ...
Views: 1131(2 votes) - Breathing Techniques: Do Breathing Techniques Really Work? (Probably the Most for People Like You) - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Anna WehrOur society today is designed for speed, success, and the speed of success with countless TV commercials constantly urging us to do more and be more. Many products on the market now purport time saving benefits, like a tile and shower cleaner that works while we are finishing dinner for our ...
Views: 1100(2 votes) - Improve Your Health and Your Relationship with Yoga - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Allura JoyYoga is an excellent way to increase strength, agility and blood flow to all parts of the body. You can be any age, shape or size to enjoy the benefits of yoga. There are hundreds of styles and various levels to explore from gentle stretching and breathing exercises for the physically ...
Views: 1947(6 votes) - Tips On Taking Your Yoga Teacher Training and Yoga Certification - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Sergio DiazGranadosAre you interested in becoming a yoga teacher? In the last fifteen years yoga has become very popular in mainstream America and is growing very rapidly. Many yoga students wonder what it takes to teach yoga and if they are ready to take their yoga teacher training . Like most professions, you ...
Views: 1225(2 votes) - The True Benefits of Pilates - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from sarah labdarPilates is a form of physical fitness that has had a resurgence over the past decade. Joseph Pilates of Germany originally developed Pilates in the early 20th century. Described as ‘contrology’, Pilates is similar to corrective exercise or medical gymnastics where the mind controls muscle ...
Views: 1607(1 vote) - ***Folks – We have a Children’s Health Crisis Going On Here! - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Janet WilliamsHow Things Used to Be – Only a Few Short Decades Ago (Only 4 Short Decades Ago!) When I was young, my father used to joke around with us children and say “When your mother was pregnant, she must have been startled by a kangaroo because you children never stop bouncing around!” All the ...
Views: 4905(3 votes) - Yoga in Practice And Dynamic Meditation - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2011 from David BlaineWe learn to meditate so the mind will stop multi-tasking, but once you leave the Yoga studio, or ashram, you have to face the world again. The irony is that, most of the time, this type of manager is aware of time management because he, or she, wastes plenty of time. This usually goes on until ...
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