Search Results for 'Yoga'

Yoga May Reduce the Risk of Irregular Heartbeat

Individuals who practice yoga may be able to reduce their risk of developing atrial fibrillation, also known as irregular heartbeat, which has been shown to cause strokes, according to a recent article published by Reuters. The news [...]

Posted On : Apr, 07 2011 | Comments : 0

Men’s yen for yoga is on the rise

If you were to take a snapshot of people working out in a gym on any given evening, it wouldn’t be a surprise to find the weight room dominated by men and the studio classes full of women. “The first classes were cre [...]

Posted On : Apr, 06 2011 | Comments : 0

Yoga and your heart

We think of yoga as a way to get fit and flexible, but now some researchers believe it may help control abnormal heart rhythms. The abnormal heart rhythm is called atrial fibrillation, or a fib for short. It often feels like palpitations [...]

Posted On : Apr, 05 2011 | Comments : 0

AntiGravity Yoga a fun approach to fitness

An AntiGravity Yoga class looks more like circus play than an ancient practice, as people dangle head-first like bats or flip weightlessly through the air. But if the anti-gravity component stands yoga on its head, as an exhilarating gro [...]

Posted On : Apr, 02 2011 | Comments : 0

Svaroopa(R) Yoga - Level 2

Svaroopa(R) Yoga offers a dramatically different approach to yoga. Students relax into easy poses with the support of blankets. Poses are designed to release the deepest tensions along the spine, deeply relaxing the body, quieting the mi [...]

Posted On : Mar, 31 2011 | Comments : 0

AntiGravity Yoga a fun approach to fitness

But if the anti-gravity component stands yoga on its head, as an exhilarating group fitness experience, it has legs. "AntiGravity Yoga involves a mix of yoga, Pilates, calisthenics, aerial arts, dance," said Illaria Cutol [...]

Posted On : Mar, 29 2011 | Comments : 0

Yoga and the iPad: What You Should Know

The title of this post would lead you to believe that I'm going to be addressing the myriad of yoga applications available for the iPad, right? Not exactly.You see, I'm one of those annoying people who like to take lessons from d [...]

Posted On : Mar, 28 2011 | Comments : 0

Connecticut and Tax Squeeze on Yoga

Yoga has many taxing positions, but in Connecticut, where Democratic Gov. Dannel Malloy is proposing $1.5 billion in new taxes, that's being taken literally. Malloy says the new taxes, which will affect businesses from yoga stud [...]

Posted On : Mar, 25 2011 | Comments : 1

Connecticut Tries to Put the Squeeze on Yoga

Yoga has many taxing positions, but in Connecticut that's being taken literally. From yoga studios and pet-grooming services to boats and even coupons, Connecticut Gov. Dannel Malloy is proposing $1.5 billion in new taxes to help plu [...]

Posted On : Mar, 24 2011 | Comments : 0

Three-minute fix . . . yoga hand exercise

If you're reading this online, stop. Lift your hand and let it relax with the palm upwards in front of you. Look at it. If you spend hours each day typing you'll certainly notice the palm of your hand is concave, with the fingers [...]

Posted On : Mar, 22 2011 | Comments : 0

How to get hissy fit with snake yoga

We must connect with your fear, the yoga teacher advises: ‘What are you afraid of?’ Personally, at this precise moment, I’m afraid I’ll be left holding this uncomfortable position forever. I’m crouched over [...]

Posted On : Mar, 21 2011 | Comments : 0

Valley yoga instructors fight state efforts to regulate thei...

A group of yoga professionals from the Rio Grande Valley is pressing state lawmakers to keep government regulation out of their business. Flexibility, strength and posture are some of the many benefits that yoga enthusiasts said th [...]

Posted On : Mar, 19 2011 | Comments : 0

Kesha Does Yoga in High-Waisted Bikini

Taking a break while on tour in Australia, Ke$ha rocked a high-waisted two-piece at a beach in Adelaide.The pop star, 24, known for her eccentric style, walked along the shore and did a series of yoga moves while soaking up the sun. Anot [...]

Posted On : Mar, 17 2011 | Comments : 0

Some yoga professionals resist possible regulation

A group of yoga professionals is pressing state lawmakers to keep government regulation out of their business. In the past few years, the Texas Workforce Commission has begun sending letters to programs that train yoga instructors, advis [...]