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Both popular exercise regimes, yoga and pilates often are confused in the Western world. While both practices focus on flexibility and include many physical and mental benefits, yoga and pilates are widely different with one rooted in spirituality and the other a modern form of rehabilitation. In this article, we’ll uncover the large similarities and …
Have you always dreamed of becoming a yoga teacher? Now, more than ever, the idea of an online yoga teacher training program may seem like the perfect fit. Keep in mind that there are so many options online for yoga teacher training, and it’s important that you do your research before getting certified. When it …
Cancer is defined as the unnecessary growth or division of cells, which results in tumors that damage the immune system and impair other body organs. It is the second leading cause of death after ischemic heart disease and stroke in the world. The American Cancer Society‘s predicts an estimated 606,520 cancer-related deaths in the U.S. …
Mental tiredness and stress are common during the holiday season. You may feel stress while decorating your house for a party, cooking a holiday meal, or purchasing gifts for friends and family. Mental stress is an unwelcome guest during holidays and can manifest as pain, poor sleep, and severe depression. Research shows that people will …
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Don’t dismiss the “winter blues” as hearsay, the condition – more scientifically known as seasonal affective disorder or SAD – affects more than an estimated 10 million Americans each year, with women almost four times more likely to be diagnosed over men. What is SAD? The National Institutes for Health defines SAD as depression that is …
Are you having a headache and/or your nasal passage is blocked? Are you looking for a way out of the discomfort without taking pills? Well, you’ve come to the right place. Today, we bring you yoga for sinusitis for soothing relief. Sinus infection (also sinusitis) is a common condition. According to the American College for …
The holidays are just around the corner, and with 2020 racking up more than a few disappointments this year, we may find ourselves searching extra hard for things to be grateful for. With a pandemic, politics and quarantine in effect, we should turn to the most simple things in life, like family, our health, our …
Feeling stressed, anxious, helpless? All of these emotions are typical for the uncertain time surrounding the elections. During the 2016 presidential elections, nearly 52 percent of Americans suffered from mental stress. According to the American Psychological Association, the presidential election is one of the primary sources of stress, depression and anxiety for more than 70 percent of …
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The next presidential election day is looming, and nerves, stress and anxiety are at an all time high as we prepare to hit the polls. While many Americans may have already cast their vote early or by mail, November 3rd, or Election Day, will culminate many emotions and uncertainty as news channels, social media and …
Confirming a diagnosis can be a hard pill to swallow. It feels like the world is ending. An ailment you have to manage forever might seem like an impossible task. But it doesn’t have to be. Practicing yoga for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) can help you find peace while managing your condition. A 2020 …
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Babies may be small, but they cause big changes in parents’ lives and schedules. There are sleepless nights, countless diaper changes and the need to feed baby every two to three hours. Working out can feel like a luxury — but it shouldn’t be. Early parenthood is fraught with new emotions and changes, and yoga …
More than 275,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year in the United States. It’s the second-most prevalent cancer among women behind skin cancer. Every October, a universally recognized campaign supports women’s health with Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Multiple organizations team together to raise awareness of breast cancer, and to teach about prevention …
Are you practicing yoga and meditating regularly, but not achieving that heightened level of focus? Sometimes the simplest act of sitting still can require the most restraint and concentration. A mantra can help you set your focus and have a steady stream of thought to constantly return to whenever your brain starts to wander. We’ve …
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Crawling sensations, throbbing pain and uncontrollable itching are just some of the symptoms that come with Restless Leg Syndrome. Restless Leg Syndrome or RLS is a condition that causes an “uncontrollable urge to move your legs.” The uncomfortable sensations that come with RLS usually start in the evening and nighttime hours or in situations where …
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We’ve known for a while that exercises that boost heart rate are good for managing and preventing heart disease. But did you know that yoga, as soothing as it is, can improve heart health too? In this post, you’re going to find out how yoga can help prevent heart disease and promote a healthy heart. Heart …
What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a condition of the hand and wrist that can cause numbness, tingling and weakness. The carpal tunnel itself is a thin passageway that is “surrounded by bones and ligaments” on the palm side of your hand. The median nerve, the nerve that controls the “movement and …
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In more than 5,000 clubs spread across 53 countries, enthusiastic yogis gather together and laugh their hearts out while performing various asanas. There is nothing intrinsically hilarious about the yoga poses, so what is it that is making these people laugh out loud? Mumbai-based family physician Madan Kataria, the author of Laugh For No Reason, …
When people say babies change everything, they’re not kidding. Research has shown that a woman’s brain actually changes when she gives birth. She may also experience depression and anxiety, even if she’s never struggled with either before. And, after nine months of pregnancy and childbirth, she will be physically different. In the next few pages, …
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While many of us associate stress with the mind, it can play a large role in the aches, pains and stiffness we feel in the body. Stress is actually a response of the body to a threatening situation. Whether this threat is real or perceived, a chemical reaction occurs in the body in order to …
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The Black Lives Matter movement caused many business owners and marketing teams to scramble for a band aid or quick fix to a much larger problem. Michelle Young, of My Vinyasa Practice, however was quick to jump to the front line, addressing racism in her own industry with a gesture that will diversify and add black …
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Yoga for kids can increase focus, strength and balance, as well as soothe the symptoms of hyperactivity and ADHD. Here’s a guide for incorporating yoga with your kids at home.
COVID-19 has made the world uneasy and stressed with few outlets due to
quarantine and shelter in place. Learn how to practice yoga at home during COVID-19 to reduce
stress and find peace.
With the pandemic shutting us in our homes, our daily schedules have been disrupted. Some of us have lost our jobs (temporarily or permanently) while some of us have been forced to stay indoors when we were used to spending all day outside. Most of our daily activities have come to a standstill and we have …
Yoga is one of the most beneficial practices to begin at any stage in your life. Beginner’s yoga doesn’t need to be intimidating or scary, anyone can practice. Here’s our guide to beginner’s yoga.
Over the past few years Ayurveda has become more widely accepted and sought after in the western world. More and more people have been curious on how to incorporate this ancient practice into their everyday lives. While highly effective and promising, most people are unaware and confused on how exactly to follow Ayurvedic practices. The …
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While scientists and researchers all over the world are working on finding a cure for the coronavirus, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has helped the country adopt a “multidimensional solution” to tackle COVID challenges. Recently, on International Yoga Day, Modi took the ceremony online for the first time, to give a 15-minute address highlighting the …
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There’s no limit in discovering the benefits of yoga. Besides the well-known advantages of a regular practice such as improved strength, flexibility, stress relief and mindfulness, more recently yoga has been proven particularly helpful in the treatment of insomnia. In this article, we’ll explore some poses and routines that can really help you improve not …
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Yoga is an ancient practice that can be used to alleviate many symptoms. Regular practice carries many benefits for both your physical and mental wellbeing. Today, we bring you yoga poses to relieve sciatica. Sciatica has a long history of troubling humans. In the 5th century BCE, doctors were treating it with leeches and hot coals. …
Having a yoga mat is a huge step to creating your own at home yoga space. But it’s also nice to have a few other items on hand to experiment with. Luckily many yoga tools aren’t expensive at all, so you can put together your own mini, private yoga studio with everything you need! This …
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Campaigns, polling booths, long lines, arguments with family members and watching the news to see which states turn blue or red. All these things come to mind when we think of the upcoming Presidential election. The mere thought of election season can be exhilarating and equally anxiety provoking. There are collective emotions of excitement, anger, …
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