Category: Health & Fitness
Nov 19, 2016 Yoga
Ashtanga Yoga 101
Ashtanga yoga gets its name from asha and tanga, eight limbs. It is based on ancient yoga text thousands of years old that stated there were eight limbs, or supports, that serve as the foundation of a yoga practice. Yoga…
Nov 19, 2016 Yoga
Which Type Of Yoga Is Right For You?
There are quite a number of types of yogas these days that try to differentiate themselves from one another and emphasize certain aspects of the entire practice of yoga. Traditionally, yoga works on the body, mind and spirit, though most…
Nov 19, 2016 Yoga
Vinyasa Yoga 101
Yoga means union, the union of mind, body and spirit. There are a number of yogas to choose from. The best yogas will combine all three. However, many modern yogas focus mainly on the poses, or asanas, and tend to…
Nov 19, 2016 Yoga
What To Expect When Starting A Yoga Routine
Yoga. We’ve all heard the word and seen the mats everyone seems to carry around with them these days. But can yoga really help improve your health and fitness levels? The answer is yes, definitely - provided that you start…
Nov 19, 2016 Yoga
Yoga And The Elderly
Yoga is ideal for people of all ages, but particularly for seniors for a number of reasons. Low Impact The first is that in most cases, yoga is low impact. Hatha, Kundalini and Vinyasa yoga are all good examples of…
Nov 19, 2016 Yoga
How To Do Yoga At Home Safely
It is easy to start a yoga practice at home with just a few basics. The first is a yoga routine you wish to try, such as a beginner’s DVD or yoga video you can stream on your computer. Your…
Nov 19, 2016 Yoga
Hatha Yoga 101
There are a number of different kinds of yoga - some ancient, and some modern inventions which emphasize different aspect of yoga. What Is Hatha Yoga? Yoga means union; the union of mind, body and spirit. Hatha is the most…
Nov 19, 2016 Yoga
Bikram Yoga 101
Bikram yoga was founded in the 1970s by the yoga teacher Bikram Choudhury. It is also commonly referred to as hot yoga, though there are other types of yogas also being done in hot studios these days. Bikram is also…
Nov 19, 2016 Yoga
Kundalini Yoga 101
Yoga is not just a form of exercise. It is known to revitalize your body, mind and spirit as well. The word yoga means union, and the best forms of yoga are those which allow you to improve all three.…
Nov 19, 2016 Yoga
Iyengar Yoga 101
There are many different forms of yoga, some ancient, some modern, and often a combination of the two. The Principles of Iyengar Iyengar yoga is a form of Hatha yoga. This school of yoga was founded by B. K. S.…
Nov 19, 2016 Yoga
Iyengar Yoga 101
There are many different forms of yoga, some ancient, some modern, and often a combination of the two. The Principles of Iyengar Iyengar yoga is a form of Hatha yoga. This school of yoga was founded by B. K. S.…
Mar 31, 2013 Diabets
How to Prevent Diabetes
In many instances, diabetes is an inherited disorder. People who have first degree relatives with this disease are more prone to developing this disease than people with no genetic disposition. People who have a first degree relative with diabetes can…
Mar 31, 2013 Diabets
Medications that Treat Diabetes
Currently, there are many different medications that treat diabetes. Most people who are diagnosed with Type II diabetes are given medication instead of insulin. In most cases, a combination of drugs are used. These drugs work with the body to…
Mar 31, 2013 Diabets
You Can Control Diabetes
Perhaps you, like many other Americans, have recently been diagnosed with diabetes. Diabetes can be a life threatening condition and can cause many different complications in individuals with this illness. If you or a loved one has recently been diagnosed…