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Sunday, June 28, 2015
Monday, June 8, 2015
How Yoga Improves Balance
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Balance does your body good :) |
How Yoga Improves Balance
Yoga is great for your body's health and vitality. Yoga is a series of poses called Asanas which includes monitored breathing practices and regulations.
There are many of poses you can work on and gradually add in new poses. It is important that you focus on the quality of your poses rather than how many poses you can do, etc.
The science of yoga has been proven to have enormous health benefits, including:
- Flexibility
- Strength
- Muscle and bone health
- Cardiovascular and prevention of heart disease
- Increasing the longevity of life
- Developing balance skills that help avoid falls as we age.
- Meditation to soothe the soul and give one focus and clarity of mind.
- Pain relief
- Weight loss
- Alertness, concentration and focus
- Posture
- And many more
So How Does Yoga Improve Your Balance?
First off, it helps target your core strength of your muscles and requires much concentration on your part.
Depending on your health and strength, it could take time to build up your strength to do it well for the best benefits. I for one have terrible balance due to tinnitus, so it requires extra efforts on my part :) But when I do have a great session with balance poses, it feels really great!
There are plenty of poses which aid in improving the balance. They are usually poses to be attempted standing up, although if you're like me, you can be challenged on the ground as well.
The easiest of them is the chair pose where the knees are bent and the body is bent slightly forward. One has to hold the pose for some time and revert back to the normal position. This must be repeated a few times in each sitting. Just think of how you might look as you start to sit down in a chair. The picture to the left is a slightly more advanced version with her on her toes and in a deeper bend.
A more difficult version emanating from this pose is the eagle pose or the Garudasana. In this, one leg wraps around the other one in the bent position. After balance is attained, the arms too wrap around each till the palms face each other and touch. Hold that position till you finishing slow breathing five times. This pose is one of the most difficult, but, can reap enormous rewards in the long run. It exercises many body parts, increases concentration and improves balance.
Additional Poses For Balance
A common balance position is the tree pose which many are familiar with. It includes bringing one
leg up the inner thigh of the other, preferably without the use of hands and joining the palms together in front of your body. A possible variant of this has the hands stretched upward and the palms touching there.
Whichever version you try, you should to hold the position for 10 seconds or five breaths, whichever is more. This not only improves balance but also gives you flexibility and agility. The thigh muscles are also exercised and core strength is built.
No balance exercise is complete without attempting any of the three poses mentioned below.
One is the king dancer pose or the Natarajasana where one stretches both hands and legs on an outward position and retains the balance, while targeting the core muscles or arms, hips, belly, and thighs.
Another version of this is the warrior III pose which though requiring less balance, eats up more on the core muscles building part.
The last is the standing split wherein the body and hands are bent forward trying to touch the ground and then the foot followed with the knee, but having one leg up in the air.
Needless to say, all the poses required above require practice and patience and the proper guidance from a qualified yoga teacher. And there are several more Balancing poses that you can do.
Doing yoga on a regular basis is the only way to nurture and perfect balance skills that will go on to serve you in everyday life.
Take a moment to research images of advanced yoga poses and you will be amazed at what some of the experts can do!
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You never know when you might feel inspired to work on your yoga :) |
How To Get Started With Working On Your Balance
One can look up all the poses online as there are plenty of videos available for beginners and enthusiasts.
There are also many yoga DVD workout programs for sale that you can use in the comfort of your own home.
Also, there are yoga studios all over the country where classes offer the opportunity to do yoga in a setting with a live teacher and other participants.
While attempting the various poses (asanas), remember to go slow and to breathe in slow and deep. it will help you during your yoga session. These poses definitely will improve your balance and lead you on your personal journey of discovery and balance.
While attempting the various poses (asanas), remember to go slow and to breathe in slow and deep. it will help you during your yoga session. These poses definitely will improve your balance and lead you on your personal journey of discovery and balance.
Happy balancing!
Renee'
Sunday, May 3, 2015
BLUE PRO Yoga and Pilates Mat Review
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It's perfect for experts and beginners, be quick and buy today while stocks last. If your yoga mats get really dirty, soak them in warm water and a bit of gentle detergent. Offering unparalleled traction on both sides and is free of chemicals, allergens and any harmful substances. This is the first and last yoga mat you will ever need. Our guide covers the key factors to think about while shopping, so you can find the best yoga mat for you at a price you like.
Product Pros:
It's perfect for experts and beginners, be quick and buy today while stocks last. If your yoga mats get really dirty, soak them in warm water and a bit of gentle detergent. Offering unparalleled traction on both sides and is free of chemicals, allergens and any harmful substances. This is the first and last yoga mat you will ever need. Our guide covers the key factors to think about while shopping, so you can find the best yoga mat for you at a price you like.
Product Pros:
- Yoga mats in fact provide important cushioning and grip that allows you to practice yoga safely and healthfully.
- Because Pilates works on developing overall core strength and spinal alignment, through the use of kinetic chain exercises, there are no tennis specific exercises.
- It has printed hand and foot placements right on the mat to guide you and help you remember each pose.
- Losing weight can be difficult, and many people find that their problem eating is associated with stress.
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GREEN PRO Yoga and Pilates Mat Review
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Other factors to consider are portability, durability, color and design, and of course price. She does, however, note that it can become slippery and a nonslip towel may be needed. As passionate yogis we focus on the essentials, and this has become our mission in the yoga shop. It is available in orange and green and with an optional carry bag. It is very absorbent and catches all the sweat, from me or from my water bottle.
Product Advantages:
Other factors to consider are portability, durability, color and design, and of course price. She does, however, note that it can become slippery and a nonslip towel may be needed. As passionate yogis we focus on the essentials, and this has become our mission in the yoga shop. It is available in orange and green and with an optional carry bag. It is very absorbent and catches all the sweat, from me or from my water bottle.
Product Advantages:
- In order to enjoy and benefit from yoga in the fullest way possible, you need a proper yoga mat , breathable yoga clothing and the ability to deeply inhale and exhale.
- This course offers a highly effective plan for enabling young people to increase their health and fitness through well-researched, safe, effective and enjoyable programs of physical conditioning, sport-specific training and nutrition.
- Finding this new awareness in mind and body will help your posture, reduce pain and literally tune you up.
- Heat can damage your mat and excessive moisture can cause mold to grow.
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Real Review of Peaceful Yoga Club Premium Yoga Mat
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Basically, yoga requires highest possible comfort while exercising the aasanas and pranayaam. Enter quietly and remove your shoes before entering the yoga studio. And a great way to remind yourself of all the things you have to be grateful for is by keeping a gratitude journal. Depending on the group we may also incorporate chanting and meditation. Our aim is to teach that which makes whole the individual and thus greater unifies humanity.
Product Pros:
Basically, yoga requires highest possible comfort while exercising the aasanas and pranayaam. Enter quietly and remove your shoes before entering the yoga studio. And a great way to remind yourself of all the things you have to be grateful for is by keeping a gratitude journal. Depending on the group we may also incorporate chanting and meditation. Our aim is to teach that which makes whole the individual and thus greater unifies humanity.
Product Pros:
- All of the helpful aspect of yoga for personal growth and balance are equally as important when applied outside the studio and do stand up well in the more unpredictable light of the social and work world.
- This class is suited for all levels of yoga practitioners as the class dynamic determines the pace and includes a variety of modifications and adjustments to create your own level of enjoyment.
- We relaxed in the lovely back garden area sipping tea when it was done.
- Some yoga asanas can be very difficult, and potentially injurious, for beginners, so teachers should always be consulted as preparation for advanced yoga positions.
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Tuesday, March 31, 2015
Benefits of Yoga for Breast Cancer Survivors
Received this article on the benefits of yoga for breast cancer survivors as part of a package of articles and feel it could be of benefit for some of my readers.
More and more people are diagnosed with cancer each year. Fortunately i is evident that more and more women are surviving breast cancer thanks to better detection, education and treatment.
Unfortunately the after effects of cancer treatment can be difficult to get through.
Typical Conditions Post Remission
Surviving breast cancer is not like pushing a reset button. No woman survives breast cancer surgery and chemotherapy to emerge feeling healthy right away. It takes time to recover, get re-energized and feeling whole again.
Cancer survivorship has a lot of health consequences that are being discovered only now as more and more people are surviving cancer.
As any breast cancer survivor will tell you, even after the surgery and the chemotherapy and the doctor telling you that you are in remission, you will probably feel worse than when you first learned that you had cancer. Survivors can deal with:
- Pain. It is not just post-operative pain but it is often a generalized pain.
- Fatigue. They feel extremely run down and they cannot seem to find energy to do the usual things they used to do.
- Worrying. They worry that the cancer has returned. They worry that every bump they feel is cancer coming back to haunt them.
How Yoga Helps
A US study of breast cancer survivors found that yoga, particularly the deep breathing, meditation and the slow stretching movements actually help reduce inflammation and pain. 200 women participated in the study and they were randomly assigned to two groups.
Half of the women agreed to do yoga for three months.
The other half were asked not do yoga until after three months.
Conclusions Of The Study
When the study was over after three months, the group of women who took yoga classes reported that the pain they felt was reduced after doing yoga for three months.
The other group of women who did not do yoga did not report any reduction in pain. In case you were thinking that the study was just based on self-reports, the women gave blood samples at the beginning of the study, at the half point of the study at six weeks and again at the end of the study three months later. The blood samples they gave were used to measure the level of blood proteins that signal inflammation.
After the twelve weeks were concluded, the women in the study were encouraged to continue doing yoga. They were even asked to keep a journal about their experiences doing yoga, including the number of minutes they spent doing it.
On the sixth month, the researchers followed-up on the women. They gave blood samples again to confirm that the proteins in their blood were lower than the women in the study who did not do yoga. And their blood proteins were lower.
The researchers concluded that it was the deep breathing and the meditation that allowed the women to relax and calm down.
Being more relaxed, the women were able to sleep and eat better.
The increased quality of sleep gave the women an increased feeling of vitality and they feel that they are able to do more of the things they used to do and the things they used to enjoy.
Bottom Line
The study makes no claim that yoga can heal cancer. It does not claim that yoga can keep the cancer from coming back or from spreading.
It does provide one effective alternative to medication to decrease the pain, inflammation and anxiety that breast cancer survivors experience. Yoga increases a breast cancer survivor’s quality of life.
And quality of life is probably the most important aspect of living. Wouldn't you say?
I believe the benefits of yoga would also be applicable to those with arthritis, other pain management issues and so much more.
The key is to learn how to focus on correct breathing and proper yoga poses that are in line with your skills and abilities. Never overdo it by stretching (or doing) more than your body can handle.
You should notice a benefit of doing yoga in either your body or mind. Achieving inner peace are just as beneficial as the physical health benefits.
Namaste,
Renee'
Wednesday, March 25, 2015
7 Tips For Relieving Stress With Yoga
Relieving Stress With Yoga
Stress has been shown to be a contributing factor to several diseases. And yoga has been proven to help relieve stress levels by using exercises that unify the mind, body, and spirit. If you are new to yoga, these seven tips may be of benefit in helping you on the road to a more centered, less stressed life.
1. Talk to your doctor and explain what type of yoga poses you intend to practice. Show your doctor pictures of the poses for illustration. Your doctor may rule out specific poses if you have high blood pressure, glaucoma, a history of retinal detachment, or heart disease. Make sure you follow your doctor's recommendations.

3. Listen to your body and be aware of your physical abilities. You don't want to hurt yourself. Make sure the instructor understands your level of experience and any limitations you may have. Don't allow anyone to push you ahead too quickly. Remember, this is supposed to be fun and relaxing.
4. If you can't find a class that meets your needs, you can always practice yoga at home. There are many books, programs, and videos available to help you with your practice. Search for the best products on the Internet and read reviews. Talk to friends or others in case they might know of some suitable options.
5. If you are able, you can pay for some private lessons. You can book some one-on-one sessions with a teacher in your area. Most yoga instructors offer private classes or can help you design your own program. This is a good way to get started. You can always take group lessons or practice at home after you've had private lessons and learned the basics.
6. Find a yoga buddy. It can be nice to practice with someone who is nicely compatible with your skills, temperament and/or to just make it more enjoyable. It is also a great way to keep up your enthusiasm and interest.
7. Eat lightly before practice. Many people suggest that you wait at least two hours after meals before yoga class or practice. The reason is because you will be doing a lot of bending over, twisting, etc and that could upset your stomach. An empty stomach might be best, but don't let yourself get too hungry to enjoy your yoga session. You won't be able to focus on the poses or enjoy yourself during the relaxation or meditation exercises.
Now that you have some nice tips to keep in mind when starting up, it's time to grab your yoga mat, maybe a towel and most importantly your spirit and desire to relax with some introductory yoga moves and move forward from there!
Peace and Love
Namaste,
Renee'
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