Regardless of class, amenities, leg room or movie selection, flights – especially the long-haul variety – have the potential to be brutal on our bodies. Being forced to sit for any length of time is tough, but being cramped in a pressurized box hurling through the atmosphere for hours on end can feel downright. Lack of patience […]
In less than nine months after announcing its franchise opportunity in January 2019, YogaSix, a modern boutique yoga concept, has signed over 250 franchise agreements, continuing to outpace its original objective of opening 300 locations in the next few years. With 35 studios already open, the franchise expects to keep entrepreneurs’ interest “flowing” and its national footprint […]
Visit the Himalaya’s to learn Yogo on a budget Rishikesh, along with Mysore in Karnataka, is one of the most popular destinations for yoga in India. There are numerous ashrams, and numerous styles of yoga and meditation, to choose from. Hence, it’s important to investigate which best meets your needs. Find out about some of the […]
In today’s world is hard to escape stress of modern living. Beyond affecting mood, it can damage one’s health, from lost sleep and stress-eating to weight gain and heart disease. Fortunately, there are easy steps to take to counter all of the negatives. A simple solution is a 20-min daily break to practice relaxation in […]
NOTE : Over 65 anni, do gentle and restorative yoga, avoid injury A recent study published in the Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine, noted that yoga injuries are on the rise, especially among older adults. The study, titled “Yoga-Related Injuries in the United States From 2001 to 2014,” found that there were 29,950 yoga-related injuries […]
Yoga is now hip and modern fitness routine, but it really is an ancient mind and body practice that was developed in India more than 5,000 years ago. Its positive effects encompass our physical, mental and emotional health. So, if you are looking to shed a few pounds or just want to alleviate stress, this […]
It’s becoming more and more difficult to exist within society today without dealing with some form of stress on a daily basis. Between family drama, money issues, and demanding businesses and jobs, it makes sense that you may wish that there was truly a body wash that could take it all away and make you […]
FLASH: Train Don’t Strain Most people who exercise regularly spend 5 or 10 mins warming up to loosen tight muscles and vitalize the whole body with more O2-rich blood. But it it equally important to allow time to wind back down after pumping yourself up. At the end of a hearty workout the body benefits […]
Most of us are familiar with the 12-Step program to addiction treatment, as it is the cornerstone to the treatment and recovery methodologies used by Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, and many other organizations. While these programs are generally effective and accepted by the professional psychological and recovery community, the 12-Step program is not the only […]
Handling Holiday Stress Manage Holiday Stress with these Healthy Habits 1.Exercise — A quick high-intensity workout may be the thing to boost your mood and relieve stress. Anandamide is a neurotransmitter and endocannabinoid produced in your brain that temporarily blocks feelings of pain and depression. It’s a derivative of the Sanskrit word “bliss,” and a deficiency is […]
Mindfulness is Becoming Mainstream in the US Breathing exercises, mindfulness meditation and yoga are making their way into schools where they are sometimes offered as an alternative to detentions and punishments. Yoga and meditation are becoming increasingly mainstream according to a new report issued by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As […]
Feel Like ‘Chilling Out’ and Escaping the Stress of Urban Life? The world’s notable cities conjure images of gridlocked traffic, poor air quality and skylines dominated by skyscrapers. The sprawling metropolises are always on the move, and that means that escaping the stress of urban living can prove to be challenging. If you are an […]
Islands of Thailand Relaxing by blue/green water, white sand, in a hammock swaying between palm trees while sea laps at the shore line Each island in Thailand distinct from the next, with its own characteristics, there a many to choose from. Below is a list that you can selects 1 for every occasion, whether you want […]
When we’re stressed out, our sympathetic nervous system responds as if we’re in danger — aka the fight-or-flight response. And while not all stress is bad, chronic stress can lead to a myriad of health issues such as: reduced immunity heart disease anxiety depression To help combat stress, yoga can be a particularly effective tool. […]
Control Your Breathing, Calm Your Brain The way we breathe, fast, slow, shallow or deep is intricately tied to our body as a whole, sending messages that affect y mood, stress and the immune system. Breathing is easily ignored, and revered at the same time. It is instinctual to advise someone to “take a deep breath” […]
This is the Practice of Yoga Of the activities available in the pursuit of fitness, the beginning and the end are relaxing the muscles. Stretching is the usual way to prepare for strenuous exercise, and the best way to cool down afterward. Ad for sure, extending and flexing all parts of your body will keep […]
Yoga and Pilates Suitable for People of All Ages Low impact Yoga and Pilates are suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels, medical experts say. Such low-impact workouts don’t require special equipment and, after initial training, can be done at home to improve physical and mental health. “Both use your own body weight […]
Meditation Benefits Physical and Mental Health A new study looking at the long-term effects of meditation has found that those who follow the practice can benefit from improvements in their attention for up to 7 years. Led by researchers at the University of California, Davis, Center for Mind and Brain, the study is based on […]
The 3 Phases of Deep Breathing to Relieve Stress, Anxiety, Worries and Concerns Our body breathes automatically, it is both an involuntary and a voluntary process. We can alter the speed and the depth of our breathing, as well as choose to breathe through the mouth or nose. These choices lead to physical changes in […]
Bikram Yoga Without Steam Heat Bikram yoga, a series of 26 poses typically done in a sweat-inducingly hot room, may not need to be practiced at steam-bath temperatures to help improve blood vessel health, a small experiment suggests. Millions of people worldwide practice Bikram yoga, typically in 90-minute sessions that involve breathing exercises and holding […]
Grounding, Place Your Bare Feet on the Ground… The energy from the Earth can help all of us live a healthier life The concept is known as grounding, and it is simply walking barefoot. It is super simple yet overlooked way to protect and improve human health. As cardiologist Dr. Stephen Sinatra, author of “Earthing: […]
Meditation: The Mind-Body Connector I believe meditation practice can be an important part of health and well-being. Because, not only is a powerful means of relaxing, but also useful for relieving stress, anxiety, managing pain, and preventing disease. There is growing scientific evidence that demonstrates the human mind and body are intricately connected, and wide […]
Using Meditation to Prevent Heart Disease Meditation may help reduce some risk factors for heart disease, according to a new statement from the American Heart Association. The statement, released Thursday, noted that a healthy lifestyle and medicines to control high blood pressure, high cholesterol and other heart threats are the most effective ways to prevent […]
Yoga, Meditation Boost Brain and Energy Levels If you can spare just 25 mins a day to practice yoga or meditation, you can boost your brain’s function and also your energy levels, says a new study from the University of Waterloo, which examined the benefits of Hatha yoga and mindfulness meditation. “Hatha yoga and mindfulness […]
Wall Street’s Top Analysts Upgrades, Downgrades & Initiations $ORCL, $X, $DIS, $YOGA Daily HeffX-LTN reviews Wall Street analysts research reports to find new investing and trading ideas for our readers. Some reports cover stocks to buy, and others cover stocks to sell or avoid. Below is a list of Wall Streets Top analysts upgrades, downgrades and initiations for Wednesday, as follows: Oracle Corp. (NYSE:ORCL) started […]
Too Many Americans Rely on Rx Medications The Big Q: Is your doctor all too quick with the Prescription pad? Too many Americans are relying on Rx (prescription) drugs, say the experts, as some patients demand drugs as a 1st response, others are persuaded by their physicians. So, when should you try an intervening method […]
As a model you need to explore your options, you don’t have much time to mess around, and you certainly don’t have a year to get in shape, let alone 6 months. You need hands on training from the best instructors around plus your own dedication towards getting fit outside of the gym. If you […]
Yoga In America The newly released 2016 Yoga in America Study Conducted by Yoga Journal and Yoga Alliance shows that the number of US yoga practitioners has increased to more than 36 million, up from 20.4 million in 2012, while annual practitioner spending on yoga classes, clothing, equipment, and accessories rose to $16 billion, up […]
Breathing Is a Key Good Health, Learn How… Fact: 1 in 3 American adults have high blood pressure, and another large segment of the US adult population has prehypertension, meaning your pressure is higher than normal but not high enough to qualify as hypertension. Fact: 1 in 4 American adults reports feeling extremely stressed, and […]
Yoga Has a History of Improving Mental & Physical Health Practicing yoga improves both your physical and mental health. Studies, past and present have demonstrated yoga improves back pain, flexibility and core strength, without side effects or drug interactions. Yoga has also had some limited success in management of cancer related symptoms. Aside from core […]
New Treatment Guidelines Stress Non-Drug Interventions for Back Pain In a recent NW-T’s article, doctors are increasingly starting to prescribe activity in combination with a wait-and-watch approach for back pain patients. On 14 February, the American College of Physicians also issued updated treatment guidelines for acute, subacute and chronic low back pain, now sidestepping medication […]
George Soros’ Connection Women’s Marching in America The link between perhaps Hillary Clinton’s largest donor and the Women’s March is significant In the pre-dawn darkness of Friday’s Presidential Inauguration Day, I faced a choice, as a lifelong liberal feminist who voted for Donald Trump for President: lace up my pink Nike sneakers to step forward and take […]
High Blood Pressure Increases Risk of Stroke & Heart Attack Yoga may help reduce blood pressure in people who are at risk for developing hypertension, a new study finds. “Patients with pre-hypertension [slightly elevated blood pressure] are likely to develop hypertension [high blood pressure] unless they improve their lifestyle,” said study author Dr. Ashutosh Angrish […]
Pain Relief Naturally Without Rx Drugs If you are in severe pain or struggling with chronic pain, it can quickly sideline your life. A new US government report shows that more than 54% of US adults had some type of musculoskeletal pain disorder such as back, joint or neck pain in Y 2012, the latest […]
Get Smart and Stay Smart Below are activities to consider doing daily, as follows: 1. Exercise Regularly Exercising regularly helps you stay healthy- but it can also make you smarter. Running, weightlifting, cardio, yoga, and even just walking all have long-term brain benefits and help you be a better entrepreneur. Even just walking improves creativity. […]
A Daily Yoga Routine Is Life Changing Yoga postures may not be something you’ve thought about for the purposes of improving your overall health and wellness. But research shows that even a daily, 2-minute routine can strengthen core muscles throughout your body. Simple yoga moves can also improve your balance, increase your flexibility and even […]
Cold & Flu Season Looms, Supercharge Your Immune System With cold and flu season looming, it is a good time to boost your immune system to fight off viral and bacterial infections, and other annoying bugs. Researchers say that we spread infections more easily in Winter months simply because we spend more time together inside. […]
Emotional Factors Can Sabotage the Best Diets They Key to addressing emotional eating disorders is awareness People who struggle with their weight know that it is not only at mealtime that they get into trouble; emotional factors can sabotage the best of diets. “Negative emotions often cause people to eat when they are bored, angry […]
Yoga is a Gentle Solution to Good Health, Breathe More Americans are practicing Yoga than ever before, experts say the reason is that it has practical health benefits. More than 36-M people in the US regularly engage in the practice, according to the Yoga in America Study 2016, conducted by Yoga Journal and the Yoga […]
Yoga, Moving Meditation Keeps the Mind Sharp The practice of Yoga has many benefits, it provides the physical benefits of low impact exercise, and may also help stave off cognitive decline. That according to a recent study of older adults with early warning signs of waning memory. It has mental, emotional and spiritual benefits that […]
Put Exercise at Top of “To Do List” Do you w ant to protect your cognitive health as you age, improve your memory and brain function, then put exercise at the top of your “to do list”. There is compelling evidence that shows exercise improves memory and cognition, and helps stave off dementia. A Y […]
