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MOVING THROUGH LIFE
Daily Motion Adds Up to Fitness
Exercise is often associated with the gym or yoga studio, but structured workouts aren’t the only way to keep physically and mentally fit. Whether regulating blood pressure, avoiding obesity or promoting brain health, regular...
Pound-Shedding Workouts
Best Exercises from Yoga to Cardio
There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to weight loss, but most trainers agree that consistent exercise is vital. According to studies by the National Weight Control Registry, 90 percent of individuals that...
Ease Repetitive Strain Injuries
Targeted Exercises Lower Risk of Injury
Weekend athletes, office workers and hobbyists greatly benefit from a balanced array of regular exercises as a preventive measure against...
REBOOTING LIBIDO
Exercise Rekindles Desire
Because exercise delivers so many benefits, it’s not surprising that one of them is increased libido. A low sex drive can affect either gender at any age, and contributing factors include hormonal changes, daily stressors and...
WHY OUR BODY LOVES YOGA
Gentle Poses Foster Flexibility
Although media coverage of yoga often highlights advanced yoga poses, the practice is not reserved solely for super-flexible folks. Benefits are...
Top Yoga Trends
Fusion Styles Offer Fresh Choices
While interest in traditional yoga remains strong, a groundswell of new styles looks to accommodate our changing times. With approaches ranging from...
Natural Awakenings Yoga Glossary
Yoga, a holistic art and practice that originated some 5,000 years ago in India, aims to integrate mind, body and spirit. The word yoga comes from...
DIVE INTO SWIMMING
10 Tips to Optimize Workouts
Swimming may be the perfect lifelong sport; it’s a low-impact, joint-friendly, sustainable way for anyone to stay fit at any age. In taking the plunge—including after...
EXERCISE TO SLEEP BY
Quell Insomnia and Nighttime Anxiety
Insomnia plagues millions of Americans, and finding a solution can be difficult when the condition is chronic. Prolonged lack of quality sleep compromises health and sets the stage for...
RUNNING WITH THE KIDS
Strengthens Body, Mind and Family Spirit
Combining regular exercise with quality family time can be an enjoyable and fun way to realize a healthier lifestyle. Running together in fresh air, preferably in natural settings, allows children as...