Mind/Body Fitness

Every pose has an often neglected movement or adjustment which eases it into alignment and relaxation or else takes it deeper into practice. It is the "ahh"moment.

Dec 1, 2009 - Amy Andersen

Mesotherapy, a fat dissolving process of a series of injections for fat or cellulite into love handles, knees, hips, or belly, doesn't always work and carries risks.

Nov 23, 2009 - Amy Andersen

Looking for a personal thoughtful gift? Gifts combining mind, body, and fitness are perfect for holidays and birthdays, creating renewed energy and spirit.

Nov 16, 2009 - Amy Andersen

Every clothing and department store seems to carry a line of sports clothing. First time yoga students may wonder which pants, tops,sleeves,colors, and fabrics are best.

Nov 13, 2009 - Amy Andersen

Doga, doggy yoga, helps pets and people. Whether it's an evolution of yoga or a corruption of an ancient practice is irrelevant. It's happening and participants love it.

Nov 6, 2009 - Amy Andersen

Studies of yogic breathing have shown improvement in actual lung function and symptom reduction for asthma or COPD. Breathing can be a relearned and modified behavior

Nov 1, 2009 - Amy Andersen

Don't stay home alone at Christmas or Thanksgiving. Improve body and outlook with yoga cruises, workshops, or retreats. Open to all levels, they are a win-win plan.

Oct 29, 2009 - Amy Andersen

Flu aches, fever, or sore throat dictate slowing down to rest. Allowing the body to recover before returning to practice also deters spreading the sickness to others.

Oct 23, 2009 - Amy Andersen

Reiki is a form of energy based on hand positions, physical touch and each person's energy field. The therapy can affect dieting by creating balance and healing.

Oct 15, 2009 - Amy Andersen

Savasana ("corpse pose") is considered one of the most complex poses to achieve correctly. It is a state of complete restorative relaxation of the mental and physical.

Oct 13, 2009 - Amy Andersen

There is no reason someone with a big butt or belly cannot do yoga poses. Overweight people can learn how to use their physicality without self-consciousness.

Oct 12, 2009 - Amy Andersen

The Feldenkrais method re-educates the brain pathways to change muscle behavior. The series lengthens muscles, releases tension, improves posture and reduces pain.

Oct 8, 2009 - Amy Andersen

A cramp or spasm can occur in standing or seated poses. Stopping the immediate pain is important. Understanding the cause of foot cramps helps prevent recurrences.

Oct 2, 2009 - Amy Andersen

Workshops are a good way to try power yoga and a new teacher. These attractive athletic Yogis have created DVDs, written best sellers, and each offers a unique workout.

Sep 30, 2009 - Amy Andersen

This posture for back pain or strain can be done at home on a regular basis. Increased spine flexibility is a step toward decreasing the need for pain medication.

Sep 28, 2009 - Amy Andersen

An Ashtanga personal trainer can offer a strenuous fitness program to tone not only the body but the mind and the soul as well. Weight loss or redistribution is possible.

Sep 22, 2009 - Amy Andersen

Human Growth Hormone (HGH), considered by some to be a Fountain of Youth in a syringe, is a lucrative part of an arsenal of anti-aging products in med spas. Is it safe?

Sep 21, 2009 - Amy Andersen

Yoga has many inking their skin to commemorate their practice or their toned body, thus combining the mental and physical aspects of their practice and beliefs.

Sep 16, 2009 - Amy Andersen

Yoga poses are modified when there is a physical problem or pain from an injury. Protecting the joint enables the yogi to continue the practice and strengthen the area.

Sep 15, 2009 - Amy Andersen

Bikram Yoga is practiced in a room that is heated to over 100 degrees F. Warming the body externally to prevent injury may at times be the cause of injury or illness.

Sep 14, 2009 - Amy Andersen

A form of deep breathing inherent to this yoga practice that physically diffuses negative emotion, may be more beneficial than counseling or medicating anger and rage

Sep 12, 2009 - Amy Andersen