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Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Thursday, 19th June 2008 @ 5:20 AM

Are you able to spend thousands of dollars on a Yoga certification? You may have noticed the price of everything from gasoline, to lettuce, is going up - at a time when the economy is not in an ideal place. There is a silver lining for some buyers: The price of homes has come down substantially. Yet, you have your own reasons why you would like to become a Yoga teacher. For some people, the reason is to take Yoga training to the next level is to help others, earn a part-time income... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Thursday, 19th June 2008 @ 5:08 AM

Yoga will change the outlook of the entire world. If there is anything the world could use more of, it is positive energy. All you have to do is listen to the news, or read today's newspaper, to have your enthusiasm drained from you. How often do you see a heart warming story on the front cover of the daily newspaper? Let's look at Yogic methods for cultivation of positive energy. There are many forms of Yoga, but the world, outside of India, is most familiar with the phy... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Thursday, 19th June 2008 @ 4:50 AM

Starting your day off with a short Yoga session, can change your outlook for the entire day. Yet, there are some people who manage an eternally optimistic view of life and have never consciously practiced Yoga. If, or when, they visit a class, they will find themselves surrounded by like-minded positive energy. How many people do you know who really enjoy life? Take the time to observe their common qualities. You will notice how they look forward to each day. They wake up each morning, an... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Kevin Sinclair @ Wednesday, 18th June 2008 @ 1:28 AM

Yoga was a big thing during the 60s. However, it soon began to drop in popularity. People undertaking yoga as an exercise soon lost patience with the activity, due to its slow but steady results, and turned their interest to a faster pace of exercise such as aerobics. However, yoga has turned once again in the popularity ratings and become a very attractive form of exercise for people who are interested in working out rather than working towards a spiritual goal. You will find that yog... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Koz Huseyin @ Tuesday, 17th June 2008 @ 5:28 PM

It is like life is going at a fast pace today. Technology, faster cars, airplanes, and all forms of transport, and life in general are going faster. It seems hard to keep up, and Yoga, and Yoga meditation with its techniques as old as 4000 years claims to bring peace and harmony today. So, why does yoga and meditation work? Technology got such a big investment, because it was and is believed that it will allow us to live more easily. The dishwasher stops woman and men everywhere from havi... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Jordan McPelt @ Tuesday, 17th June 2008 @ 4:41 AM

New York is a great city to be able to get fit. Not only are there many gyms, fitness clubs and pilates studios available to the public, but there are also some great ways around the city to get fit without leaving the comfort of your home, or even spending a dime. First, if you are a health nut and really want to get into shape, you will want to join one of New York's many gyms and pilates clubs. If you want to get in shape but are shy about exercising in front of other people, the... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Koz Huseyin @ Monday, 16th June 2008 @ 5:52 AM

Are you interested in meditation, however, never really tried to meditate? Is meditation something new to you, and don't know how to begin? In this article, we will take a look at some beginner's meditation techniques. In this article, you will learn: * The Point Of Meditation * Meditation Is Medication * The Question Of Time * Basic Meditation Technique For Stress * Basic Meditation Technique For Mornings And Before Going Bed * The Point Of Meditation W... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Friday, 13th June 2008 @ 4:12 PM

Patients, with Multiple Sclerosis, can expect to feel benefits from regular yoga practice. Fatigue, pain, numbness, weakness, and lack of coordination, plague sufferers of Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Yoga can alleviate these symptoms with regular practice, and help students find their bodies again. Yoga has been practiced for centuries - to holistically balance four elements of our existence. Our mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health are addressed in the practice of Yoga. Histori... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Friday, 13th June 2008 @ 3:52 PM

Yoga instructors, who have students with MS, can use a wall, counter top, walker, or parallel bars, to assist with balance, and to give their students a physical reference point. Depending on the level of physical ability, a hands-on assist may be required. Often, the nervous system does not successfully relay all the necessary information to the body. A physical assist helps with coordination and balance. As students progress with yoga postures, nerves are further stimulated, stress is r... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Friday, 13th June 2008 @ 4:04 AM

Yoga addresses a multitude of disorders, illnesses, and ailments. Much like any other disorder, insomnia is often the result of an imbalance within the mind and body. Yoga has been proven, over centuries, to help center the mind and body, while providing enough relaxation to help you sleep. Anyone who has ever experienced insomnia knows how awful it can be. Whether the episodes are occasional, or regular, insomnia can disrupt your daily life. Insomnia sufferers often are depressed, anxiou... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Friday, 13th June 2008 @ 2:40 AM

Have you ever met a Yoga teacher who was disgruntled about his or her position? Is it being around Yoga all the time or is it an ideal occupation? What would it be like to be inspired, motivated, and respected at work? If you attend Yoga classes, you may sometimes wonder if there is any stress in teaching at all. As it would be, all jobs are capable of having some stress, but stress is more manageable, if you enjoy your line of work. Fear of losing your job, conflicts, unrealistic ... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Friday, 13th June 2008 @ 2:06 AM

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by students, with a variety of ailments, in the same class? Are you looking for student solutions to your class scheduling? Do you have time constraints? Let's look at a question and answer session. Q: Each student is unique, but what do you do with students of different physical abilities, within the same class? How do you handle one or more students with a pre-existing injury? Sometimes, I feel overwhelmed by the variety of needs within a Yoga ... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Koz Huseyin @ Thursday, 12th June 2008 @ 5:28 AM

Many people in the west will have heard about Yoga and Yoga meditation now, some will hold it in taboo, while others believe Yoga is simply about stretching. There is a lot more to Yoga. To get the full benefits of Yoga, you will need to get the balance. There are 5 keys to Yoga, these are: * Key #1 - Proper Breathing * Key #2 - Relaxation * Key #3 - Diet * Key #4 - Exercise * Key #5 - Positive Thinking And Meditation * Key #1 - Proper Breathing Proper breathing d... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Koz Huseyin @ Wednesday, 11th June 2008 @ 6:06 AM

Are you new to yoga, and are interested in doing yoga and yoga meditation? You may have seen the huge benefits of doing yoga, and now want to get started. So, what are the best ways to start doing yoga meditation, and doing the yoga exercises? In this article, you will find: * Aiming To Get The Best Out Of Yoga * Getting Started With Yoga Classes * Yoga Books, Yoga CD's, Yoga DVD's * Aiming To Get The Best Out Of Yoga Getting the best out of yoga requires some... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Monday, 9th June 2008 @ 11:29 AM

Parkinson's disease affects motor and speech skills and is characterized by muscle rigidity and tremors. This degenerative disease is also chronic, meaning life long and progressively crippling. People with Parkinson's disease often appear stooped and move slowly as the disease progresses. Age is a factor, as is evidenced by a great deal of the older population showing symptoms. Their walk is often a shuffling gait with very short steps. The person has trouble lifting their feet... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Sunday, 8th June 2008 @ 6:56 PM

Anyone with weight loss goals has to consider that there are many variables. Diet, genetics, activity levels, stress levels, and personal mindset, all play a role in weight control. Yoga can help you lose weight by improving all, or several, of these factors. If you consider the physical aspect of yoga only, it is true that many forms of Hatha yoga are low impact in nature. Low impact exercise, alone, does not burn as many calories per hour as high impact aerobic activity. Yet, wei... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Koz Huseyin @ Saturday, 7th June 2008 @ 9:27 AM

Stress is something that is grasping more people today than it has ever done in mans history. It seems like as we move forward, and technology moves forward, that we have to work and move faster which ultimately causes stress. Can an ancient practice called yoga and yoga meditation be the cure and reliever that so many people need today? It is quite strange how the two can mix. How can today's people do yoga, most people would say, however, more and more people don't hold such a... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Thursday, 5th June 2008 @ 3:05 PM

No overruling organization for yoga instructors determines official, professional behavior standards, or even certification. Yoga professionals still debate over where certain lines should be drawn. Yet, certain ethics are inherent in the yogic path, and yoga instructors will do well to adhere to them. The most important thing to remember, as a yoga teacher, is that you are helping to shape the well-being of your students, through your instruction. Respect the place that you occupy as a t... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Thursday, 5th June 2008 @ 1:58 PM

Yoga cannot replace the medical treatment that cancer survivors must experience. However, gentle, restorative yoga speeds the recovery process and provides therapeutic healing to a ravaged body. Cancer does not discriminate, and strikes young and old with impunity. The good thing about yoga is that it offers an appropriate therapy, exercise program, and even life path, for anyone young, old, or in between. The benefits go far beyond improved flexibility and relaxation. Yoga sets cancer su... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Thursday, 5th June 2008 @ 1:53 PM

Among Yoga teachers, there is a common thread, which we may refer to as a "calling" toward teaching classes. A passion stirs inside each one of us to become a yoga teacher because we see how much the Yogic path has helped us personally. We see what a difference Yoga can make in any person's life. Let's consider what factors motivate people to go to work. We might be able to boil these prime motivations down into three groups. The desire for money, status, and passion, ar... more...