Archive for January, 2009
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Friday, January 30th, 2009I have taken several types of flow or vinyasa yoga styles but have yet to try Jivamukti Yoga. One of nine internationally recognized styles of Hatha Yoga, it incorporates mind and body in a very interesting way.
Literally translated, Jivamukti means “liberation while living.” What a concept! To be free while bound in our lives and [...]
Bikram (Hot) Yoga
Thursday, January 29th, 2009Bikram yoga differs from other yoga formats mainly due to the environment in which it is practiced. The room is maintained at a heat between eighty and a hundred ten degrees Fahrenheit! This intense heat brings with it the benefit of detoxification of the glandular system through excretions. The heart rate is increased because of [...]
Ashtanga Yoga
Wednesday, January 28th, 2009Ashtanga yoga actually means “eight-limbed yoga” and so it is in Ashtanga that we see the practice of these eight concepts which are much more than simply a yoga class, they are a way of life.
In the Sutras, Patanjali describes the path of internal purification to get to know oneself consists of these eight limbs:
1. [...]
Anusara Yoga
Tuesday, January 27th, 2009Anusara yoga was started by John Friend in 1997. That surprised me simply because 1997 seems so recent and yoga is often thought of as an ancient eastern practice. Anusara has a Tantric philosophy which means it is to expressed and felt through the senses and is an expression of the Divine. Attainable happiness, peace [...]
Which Flow Yoga to Choose? Vinyasa Yoga and it’s Many Styles
Monday, January 26th, 2009The next series of blogs will review the differenet Vinyasa style yoga class formats. In Vinyasa, there is no particular sequence that must be followed, with the exception of the Bikram series. There is overall a lot of flexibility for the instructor to interject his or her own style and postures. Personalities and quirks shine in Vinyasa [...]
Bursts of Speed - Interval Cycle
Sunday, January 25th, 2009Warm up, three quick interval light climbs, sprint, three quick interval climbs, standing run fast, three quick interval climbs and then a moderate fun energetic finish! Go fo it.
On the Run (CJ Stone Vocal Mix) 6:30 ASHLEY JADE
I Want to Save You 4:22 Something Corporate
Love By the Dashboard Light 8:31
The Alchemist 4:41 Enigma
Can’t Sleep 6:24 Lisa Lashes
This Is What You Wanted 4:12 Mesh (UK)
If Today Was [...]
Does Obesity Affect Men Differently Than Women?
Saturday, January 24th, 2009A recent study found that when confronted with their favorite dishes, men are better able to resist hunger and cravings than women are. This may help explain why women have a higher obesity rate than men. The study came as a result of research trying to understand why some people eat more than others and why some people gain weight while [...]
Halving?
Friday, January 23rd, 2009I was training a “newbie” this week and we were talking about her eating habits along with her former workouts. She mentioned she cannot manage to stick to diets because she feels like she is missing out on something if she omits it, so she reduces the portion but still eats what she wants. She [...]
Nutritional Needs of Child Athletes
Thursday, January 22nd, 2009If your child is an athlete or participates in an extraordinary amount of physical activities, you need to be sure he or she is getting the additional nutrients needed. A well nourished child will be able to play better, longer and maintain mental focus. If your child is not receivng the energy needed he or she will feel [...]
Should I Swim for Fitness?
Wednesday, January 21st, 2009My first answer to that question would be, “Do you like to swim?” If you find swimming akin to a good dental cleaning than the answer is “no.” Do not do what you hate because you will probably not repeat it. However, if you love to be in the water and just have not started [...]
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