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The Different Branches of Yoga
A brief explanation as to each of the branches of yoga and how they can be applied in your day to day life.
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A brief explanation as to each of the branches of yoga and how they can be applied in your day to day life.
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Yoga Class Blunders and Gaffes
Socializing, wardrobe malfunctions, passing gas and getting the giggles - the lighter side of Yoga. How to avoid common Yoga studio mishaps!
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Socializing, wardrobe malfunctions, passing gas and getting the giggles - the lighter side of Yoga. How to avoid common Yoga studio mishaps!
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Yoga: More African Americans are Doing It
This is article that talks about yoga. The different types and what are involved.
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This is article that talks about yoga. The different types and what are involved.
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Yoga for Kids
Incorporate yoga activities into your in-home daycare, family daycare, or preschool.
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Incorporate yoga activities into your in-home daycare, family daycare, or preschool.
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A Brief History of Yoga
A brief history of yoga before it came to North America for beginner yoga students.
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A brief history of yoga before it came to North America for beginner yoga students.
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Common Yoga Injuries
Though it seems contradictory for a yoga student to be injured during practice, the most common yoga injuries are the result of improper techniques and over-stretching
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Though it seems contradictory for a yoga student to be injured during practice, the most common yoga injuries are the result of improper techniques and over-stretching
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Bikram Yoga, Pros and Cons
New to yoga? Not sure where to start? For some, Bikram yoga is the ideal practice, but others claim it's the "anti-yoga" yoga.
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New to yoga? Not sure where to start? For some, Bikram yoga is the ideal practice, but others claim it's the "anti-yoga" yoga.
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Yoga at Home
So it seems like you've been going to yoga classes for ages, yet you still aren't comfortable on your mat at home. Where to start? Get going with these simple tips.
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So it seems like you've been going to yoga classes for ages, yet you still aren't comfortable on your mat at home. Where to start? Get going with these simple tips.
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Yoga Blankets, Bolsters and Chairs
You have your mat, strap and blocks and are ready to complete your yoga tool kit. A guide to more of the accessories every yogi should know how to use.
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You have your mat, strap and blocks and are ready to complete your yoga tool kit. A guide to more of the accessories every yogi should know how to use.
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Piracy & Other Yoga Controversies
As North American interest in yoga crests a wave of popularity the movement negotiates a fine line between commercialization, politicization and spiritualism.
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As North American interest in yoga crests a wave of popularity the movement negotiates a fine line between commercialization, politicization and spiritualism.
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Yoga as Exercise Defined
Part one in a series, yoga as exercise defined discusses what yoga is, and what it offers the beginning student or introductory practitioner.
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Part one in a series, yoga as exercise defined discusses what yoga is, and what it offers the beginning student or introductory practitioner.
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Yoga is not Expensive
If you're looking to start yoga, you can easily spend a lot - but it's even easier not to spend money.
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If you're looking to start yoga, you can easily spend a lot - but it's even easier not to spend money.
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Need to Know: Yoga Mats, Clothes
Yoga's popularity floods the market with clothes, equipment, and tools - but are they all necessary? An overview of gear for the yogi or yogini who's just starting out.
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Yoga's popularity floods the market with clothes, equipment, and tools - but are they all necessary? An overview of gear for the yogi or yogini who's just starting out.
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Yoga for Abs
A toned tummy isn't just sexy, it's also a vital asset for good posture, healthy organ function, and a balanced body. Do more for your core than just sit-ups.
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A toned tummy isn't just sexy, it's also a vital asset for good posture, healthy organ function, and a balanced body. Do more for your core than just sit-ups.
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Yoga Strap? Yoga Block?
You've got your own mat and are dressed to stretch; now what? A beginner's guide to yoga gear, the lowdown on accessorizing your yoga practice at low cost.
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You've got your own mat and are dressed to stretch; now what? A beginner's guide to yoga gear, the lowdown on accessorizing your yoga practice at low cost.
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Beginning Yoga, Understanding Yoga
Many new students of yoga are confused not only by the variety of styles of yoga, but by vague responses to their basic question, what is yoga?
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Many new students of yoga are confused not only by the variety of styles of yoga, but by vague responses to their basic question, what is yoga?
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Why Does Yoga Work?
Skeptics wonder how a bit of stretching can make a difference. It's what actually happens in body and mind during yoga postures that yields the benefits.
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Skeptics wonder how a bit of stretching can make a difference. It's what actually happens in body and mind during yoga postures that yields the benefits.
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Yoga for "the Boys"
Yoga classes may provide the competitive edge in traditionally "male" sports such as American football, rugby, martial arts and boxing.
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Yoga classes may provide the competitive edge in traditionally "male" sports such as American football, rugby, martial arts and boxing.
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Gift Ideas for Yogis
Do your friends have all the props, DVDs, straps, meditation CDs, and accessories a yogi could ask for? No one appreciates a homemade gift like a yogi.
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Do your friends have all the props, DVDs, straps, meditation CDs, and accessories a yogi could ask for? No one appreciates a homemade gift like a yogi.
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A Brief Overview of Different Yoga Styles - Part One: Kripalu
An overview of Kripalu yoga, one form of hatha yoga practice.
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An overview of Kripalu yoga, one form of hatha yoga practice.
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Yoga Instead of Weight Training
Can I replace weights with yoga? When will yoga work instead of weightlifting, nautilus or free-weights? The answer is... well that depends.
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Can I replace weights with yoga? When will yoga work instead of weightlifting, nautilus or free-weights? The answer is... well that depends.
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Yoga's Yamas and Niyamas
Road Map to Enlightenment: unraveling the Sanskrit behind the first two branches of Patanjali's Eightfold path from the Yoga Sutras.
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Road Map to Enlightenment: unraveling the Sanskrit behind the first two branches of Patanjali's Eightfold path from the Yoga Sutras.
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Yin Yoga, Breathing Through Pain
What is your body trying to tell you when it says "ouch?" A softer yoga practice will teach you how to go with (and breathe with) the flow.
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What is your body trying to tell you when it says "ouch?" A softer yoga practice will teach you how to go with (and breathe with) the flow.
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How To Find Yoga Classes Near You
Moving to a new area? Interested in trying Yoga for the first time? Hints and tricks for finding a yoga class near you.
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Moving to a new area? Interested in trying Yoga for the first time? Hints and tricks for finding a yoga class near you.
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Leslie Kaminoff's Yoga Anatomy
Valuable information from an entirely new angle. Yoga instructor reviews the Human Kinetics book "Yoga Anatomy" written by the Breathing Project's lead instructor.
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Valuable information from an entirely new angle. Yoga instructor reviews the Human Kinetics book "Yoga Anatomy" written by the Breathing Project's lead instructor.
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Mountain Pose (Tadasana)
The stillness and solidity of the mountain pose can have profound benefits. Understand and practice the process of achieving this deceptively challenging posture.
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The stillness and solidity of the mountain pose can have profound benefits. Understand and practice the process of achieving this deceptively challenging posture.
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Gardener's Yoga
Gardener's Yoga written by Veronica D'Orazio and illustrated by Tim Foss, can help put yoga and its benefits into any gardener's routine. Gardeners learn to relax and stretch muscles.
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Gardener's Yoga written by Veronica D'Orazio and illustrated by Tim Foss, can help put yoga and its benefits into any gardener's routine. Gardeners learn to relax and stretch muscles.
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The Full Yoga Breath
What do we mean by Complete Yogic Breathing? Before you practice, understand how the breath functions in the body and why it is at the core of meditation and hatha yoga.
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What do we mean by Complete Yogic Breathing? Before you practice, understand how the breath functions in the body and why it is at the core of meditation and hatha yoga.
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A Brief Overview of Yoga Styles - Part Two: Ashtanga Yoga
An overview of Ashtanga yoga, the form Madonna swears by!
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An overview of Ashtanga yoga, the form Madonna swears by!
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A Brief Overview of Yoga Styles Part Three: Kundalini Yoga
A brief overview of Kundalini yoga, yet another form of hatha yoga practice.
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A brief overview of Kundalini yoga, yet another form of hatha yoga practice.
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TO YOGA OR NOT TO YOGA IN MS
This article is one of thousands that tout yoga as one of the most well-rounded exercise for practically anyone.
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This article is one of thousands that tout yoga as one of the most well-rounded exercise for practically anyone.
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Author & Yoga Expert Stephen Cope
In his readable memoir of experiences at the Kripalu center, psychologist Stephen Cope offers a useful roadmap for Western seekers on any internal personal journey.
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In his readable memoir of experiences at the Kripalu center, psychologist Stephen Cope offers a useful roadmap for Western seekers on any internal personal journey.
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Choosing a Yoga School - 5 easy tips
5 things to look for when choosing a yoga school to make sure you get the most for your money.
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5 things to look for when choosing a yoga school to make sure you get the most for your money.
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Differentiating Yoga From Pilates
Mind-body fitness routines gain popularity and momentum. What is Yoga? What is Pilates? How do you know which one is right for you?
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Mind-body fitness routines gain popularity and momentum. What is Yoga? What is Pilates? How do you know which one is right for you?
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Fitness Trend - Yoga Booty Ballet
Fun and lighthearted "YBB" is a great way to get cardio - NOT the best way to learn Yoga (or Ballet...)
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Fun and lighthearted "YBB" is a great way to get cardio - NOT the best way to learn Yoga (or Ballet...)
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Itsy Bitsy Yoga for Toddlers
Second book from the author of "Itsy Bitsy Yoga: Poses to Help Your Baby Sleep Longer, Digest Better, and Grow Stronger" focusing on tots instead of infants.
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Second book from the author of "Itsy Bitsy Yoga: Poses to Help Your Baby Sleep Longer, Digest Better, and Grow Stronger" focusing on tots instead of infants.
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Knitting as the New Yoga
Why is knitting considered the "new yoga"? Find out why the field has recently seen such a huge growth rate.
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Why is knitting considered the "new yoga"? Find out why the field has recently seen such a huge growth rate.
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Knitting as the New Yoga
Why is knitting considered the "new yoga"? Find out why the field has recently seen such a huge growth rate.
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Why is knitting considered the "new yoga"? Find out why the field has recently seen such a huge growth rate.
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Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras
Yoga is more than a workout. Rich Eastern philosophical traditions made accessible to Westerners through classical yoga's step-by-step guide to enlightenment.
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Yoga is more than a workout. Rich Eastern philosophical traditions made accessible to Westerners through classical yoga's step-by-step guide to enlightenment.
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Yoga and Depression - Part Two
Part two of a two part article on using yoga to alleviate mild depression.
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Part two of a two part article on using yoga to alleviate mild depression.
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Yoga for Kids
Yoga is not just for adults. Kids are picking up the exercise and liking it just as much. Get the basics on Yoga and the benefits for kids.
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Yoga is not just for adults. Kids are picking up the exercise and liking it just as much. Get the basics on Yoga and the benefits for kids.
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yoga-an alternative medicine
this article examines the history,branches and principles of yoga and as an alternative medicine for congenital and acquired diseases like asthma,arthiritis etc.
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this article examines the history,branches and principles of yoga and as an alternative medicine for congenital and acquired diseases like asthma,arthiritis etc.
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Lululemon & Ayurvedic Cookbooks
Amrita Sondhi co-created Lululemon athletica with Chip Wilson (Lululemon is famous for yoga wear). She wrote the bestselling Modern Ayurvedic Cookbook & started Movement.
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Amrita Sondhi co-created Lululemon athletica with Chip Wilson (Lululemon is famous for yoga wear). She wrote the bestselling Modern Ayurvedic Cookbook & started Movement.
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Yoga Nidra: True Relaxation
Sometimes, no matter how much sleep, rest, and "me" time you give yourself, you still feel run down. By relaxing your entire being, you can energize your life.
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Sometimes, no matter how much sleep, rest, and "me" time you give yourself, you still feel run down. By relaxing your entire being, you can energize your life.
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Current Trends in Yoga
How societal shifts in North American increased the success of yoga's inclusion into the exercise craze of the 70s and 80s.
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How societal shifts in North American increased the success of yoga's inclusion into the exercise craze of the 70s and 80s.
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Five Safety Tips for Yoga Class
Five simple guidelines to help you get the most out of your yoga practice and avoid hurting yourself. How to dress, what to do and what not to do before class, and why.
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Five simple guidelines to help you get the most out of your yoga practice and avoid hurting yourself. How to dress, what to do and what not to do before class, and why.
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Flexible New Year's Resolutions
A brief guide using Yamas and Niyamas to create gentler, more flexible New Year's Resolutions this year, and give yourself room to grow and explore.
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A brief guide using Yamas and Niyamas to create gentler, more flexible New Year's Resolutions this year, and give yourself room to grow and explore.
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Over Stimulated and Stressed Out
Academic rigors reduce recess, phys. ed, music and art time for kids who still need to let it all sink in. Taking a yoga break makes it easier for students and teachers!
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Academic rigors reduce recess, phys. ed, music and art time for kids who still need to let it all sink in. Taking a yoga break makes it easier for students and teachers!
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Plus Size Yoga
Practicing yoga isn't just for physically fit people anymore. Plus size yoga allows everyone, no matter what their size is, to enjoy the benefits yoga provides.
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Practicing yoga isn't just for physically fit people anymore. Plus size yoga allows everyone, no matter what their size is, to enjoy the benefits yoga provides.
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Yoga Anatomy: Diaphragm
The diaphragm is the muscle used most in Pranayama and yogic breathing but is the most overlooked. A yogic perspective on what you can learn from your anatomy.
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The diaphragm is the muscle used most in Pranayama and yogic breathing but is the most overlooked. A yogic perspective on what you can learn from your anatomy.
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