Archive for the 'yoga' Category

Saturday, January 16th, 2010

Yoga And The Breath

Your yoga practice and the way you breathe are intertwined. You won’t fully experience the benefits of yoga without first learning how to breathe properly. Different types of yoga practice call for different types of breathing, so it is important to note from the beginning that there is no one right way to breathe in [...]

Thursday, January 14th, 2010

The History of Yoga

The history of yoga is long and steeped in tradition. Contrary to what some people may believe, yoga was not developed as the newest way to slim down so they could fit into a smaller pants size. The history of yoga goes back 5,000 years. It originated in India, and the first time the word [...]

Monday, December 14th, 2009

Yoga Meditation For Pain Relief

Meditation: The Most Popular Alternative Pain Relief Therapy. According to a study in the Journal of the American Medical Association, mind-body medicine is the most popular alternative approach for people in pain.  And at the heart of mind-body medicine lies the age-old practice of meditation;  a quiet, simple technique that belies an extraordinary power that [...]

Monday, December 7th, 2009

Different Types Of Yoga Apparel

Yoga is all in rage lately. Everyday, a number of people decide to engage in Yoga for the conveniences it brings, from the physical aspect down to the spiritual and mental health. Various forms of Yoga correspond to different people of different walks of like, ages and lifestyles. Yoga is open to all who can [...]

Thursday, October 1st, 2009

Benefits of Chair Yoga – Part 1

In comparison to many forms of exercise, the benefits of Chair Yoga far outweigh the risks. The therapeutic exercises work the body, from head to toes, to the best of any client’s ability. Therefore, the method used, addresses the whole body in a single routine. This is an amazing feat, for a low-impact exercise program, [...]