Welcome to my Yoga Guide!
Is stress
wearing you down? Are your muscles tense and your posture less than
perfect? Bringing yoga, a touch of Eastern culture, into your Western
lifestyle may be the perfect answer to help you unwind both your body
and mind.
If you have a friend, wife, lover, husband, kid, or colleague on your Christmas gift list who loves yoga, these gift recommendations are not only cool, but they're also designed to enhance their yoga practice. You will not find these gifts at any big box store, and you don't even need to leave home or wait in line; you can browse in the comfort of your PJs and order the best yoga gifts online right now. So grab a nice warm beverage, relax, and do some stress-free shopping (and don't forget it's always fun to treat yourself to one or two holiday yoga gifts too!).
If you have a friend, wife, lover, husband, kid, or colleague on your Christmas gift list who loves yoga, these gift recommendations are not only cool, but they're also designed to enhance their yoga practice. You will not find these gifts at any big box store, and you don't even need to leave home or wait in line; you can browse in the comfort of your PJs and order the best yoga gifts online right now. So grab a nice warm beverage, relax, and do some stress-free shopping (and don't forget it's always fun to treat yourself to one or two holiday yoga gifts too!).
Yoga for a healthier lifestyle
Gift yourself or gift others
3 Health Benefits of Yoga:
1. Yoga may be effective in reducing body weight, blood pressure, and cholesterol and glucose levels, according to a 2007 scientific review conducted by the University of Pittsburgh.
2. A recent study in Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine found that yoga decreased depression, anger and anxiety. All of the study participants were on antidepressants, but showed significant reductions in symptoms after only 20 yoga classes.
3. Yoga can also help reduce the frequency of migraine headaches, according to research published in the journal Headache in 2007.
Yoga for weight loss
Is it really helpful?
How would a yogi use yoga for weight loss? He would do it with a healthy lifestyle of course and by listening to his body. This includes a number of things.
1. Yoga Conditioning for Weight Loss
2. Yoga
and low carb diets
3. What supplement can speed up your weight loss
4. Internal body cleansing, why this is important and how it helps
5. Do I need to be a vegetarian?
6. My weight loss diet
7. My weight loss program
Another thing would be of course weight loss through Ayurveda: The Science of Self Healing
- Stay thin with a slender waist. Ayurveda is a perfect ancient science
of life; the word AYUR literally means life and VEDA the science or
knowledge. Ayurveda briefly explains the knowledge of the do's and
don'ts one has to follow, which favours the well being
of each individual to lead a healthy, happy, comfortable and
advantageous life physically, mentally & socially. Ayurveda also
emphasizes "prevention is better than cure".
Remember a healthy lifestyle is made up of your Diet (what food you eat and also what supplements you use), regular exercise (yoga, weights, tai chi, karate, whatever you love, a friend even has a site about the benefits of swimming) and stress reducing activities (meditation, hobby you love, time with your family, playing video games whatever activity makes you happy) on a daily basis. This will give you not only the body you want (with tools from this section of my site) but also a happier and better standard of living.
1. Yoga Conditioning for Weight Loss
2. Yoga
and low carb diets3. What supplement can speed up your weight loss
4. Internal body cleansing, why this is important and how it helps
5. Do I need to be a vegetarian?
6. My weight loss diet
7. My weight loss program
Another thing would be of course weight loss through Ayurveda: The Science of Self Healing
- Stay thin with a slender waist. Ayurveda is a perfect ancient science
of life; the word AYUR literally means life and VEDA the science or
knowledge. Ayurveda briefly explains the knowledge of the do's and
don'ts one has to follow, which favours the well being
of each individual to lead a healthy, happy, comfortable and
advantageous life physically, mentally & socially. Ayurveda also
emphasizes "prevention is better than cure".Remember a healthy lifestyle is made up of your Diet (what food you eat and also what supplements you use), regular exercise (yoga, weights, tai chi, karate, whatever you love, a friend even has a site about the benefits of swimming) and stress reducing activities (meditation, hobby you love, time with your family, playing video games whatever activity makes you happy) on a daily basis. This will give you not only the body you want (with tools from this section of my site) but also a happier and better standard of living.
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Zen garden goddess
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artfully
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through a series of nude poses in a serene verdant Zen Garden. Nude Yoga
is easy to follow along, or simply relax and meditate on beautiful
natural forms performed in a tranquil Zen Garden setting. 
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De-stress and Lower Your Health Risks
Studies show that yoga, like many forms of physical activity, can actually help relieve stress. Emotional stress from daily life often contributes to physical stresses like muscle tension and constricted breathing. Because of its impact on the circulatory system, stress is also linked to cardiovascular disease. By alleviating physical and emotional stress, you may reduce your risk of heart disease and other illnesses.
Yoga reduces stress by encouraging deep, rhythmic breathing. It also promotes relaxation by increasing the flow of blood and oxygen to each part of the body. Some forms of yoga include meditation or the repetition of a soothing sound or phrase.
Studies show that yoga, like many forms of physical activity, can actually help relieve stress. Emotional stress from daily life often contributes to physical stresses like muscle tension and constricted breathing. Because of its impact on the circulatory system, stress is also linked to cardiovascular disease. By alleviating physical and emotional stress, you may reduce your risk of heart disease and other illnesses.
Yoga reduces stress by encouraging deep, rhythmic breathing. It also promotes relaxation by increasing the flow of blood and oxygen to each part of the body. Some forms of yoga include meditation or the repetition of a soothing sound or phrase.
No More Slip Sliding Away - NamaSTAY Yoga Towels
Have
you or your friends been having trouble with sweaty palms and feet on
your yoga mat? Do you worry in those hot classes that you might lose
your grip and hurt yourself by slipping and nose diving into the floor?
With the yoga towels it is not the case, you get all the help you need
to keep you securely planted in the downward dog position ( and not
only).NamaSTAY Yoga Towel (Padparadscha Orange)
Orange color yoga towel with Dark Grey "Om" symbol embroidery & trim
* This innovative non slip yoga towel has "sleeves" to hug your mat.
* Soft, absorbent, slip-proof fabric provides extra comfort. Always stays in place during your yoga practice, while protecting your mat.
* Provides a firm grip for hands and feet.
NamaSTAY Yoga Towel with sleeves to attach to yoga mats. Made of light weight, recyclable 80% Polyester / 20% Nylon microfiber towel fabric. Machine washable. Fits all standard-size yoga mats - 72" length X 26" width or smaller.
Socks for a more relaxing posture
ToeSox Half Toe Yoga/Pilates Toe Socks With Grips
ToeSox are made with a five-toe design to promote toe separation resulting in greater flexibility and strength. The Patented Non-Slip Sole provides slip free security during your practice. Worry no more about dirty mats and sweaty residue, ToeSox are the best hygienic altenative to bare feet. Made with cool and comfortable organic cotton. The new 1/2 Toe design increases tactile sensitivity & awareness. Cooler style for warmer weather and great for Hot Yoga.
Yoga Blocks- keeps you closer to the ground
Yoga Block 2 pack 4 Larger Size High Quality
This studio quality Yoga Blocks will aid your practice by bringing the floor closer to you to improve your asana and avoid overstretching and injury. Our Bean Yoga 3 inch and 4 inch Yoga Blocks allow you to modify and deepen poses, improve alignment and accommodate your level of flexibility which can be important for beginners and inflexible people. Firm, light-weight EVA foam with beveled edges are easy to travel with, store and are very stable and durable. Two blocks are suggested for more positioning options and great price. Choose 3x6x9 inch for travel or 4x6x9 inch for home and studio use. Available in Blue, Purple and Black.
Yoga Mat Cleaners
-keep your mat clean
Aurorae Organic Yoga Mat Wash-Cleans, Restores, Refreshes and Disinfects your Yoga Mat, Biodegradable
Yoga Mat Wash by Aurorae - Cleans, Restores, Refreshes and Disinfects your Yoga mat, 100% Organic,Biodegradable
Aurorae's certified Organic cleaning solution is formulated with essential oils to keep your yoga mat clean, disinfected and smelling fresh.
It is phosphate-free, biodegradable and hypoallergenic and does not contain alcohol or any other drying ingredients that will degrade your yoga mat.
It will remove sweat, dirt and other impurities to allow you to get the most out of your practice as well as keep you safe from any bacteria.
To keep your mat clean and fresh spray your Aurorae Yoga Mat Cleaner directly onto the mat and let soak for a few minutes then wipe or air dry. Do as needed after use. This will disinfect, restore and keep your mat fresh and clean. Your mat must be dry before use.
Ingredients: Saponified organic oils of coconut, olive and jojoba, natural essential oil blend, organic aloe vera and rosemary extract.
Don't be fooled by other inexpensive cleaners. Aurorae Stands for Quality and Service. Our #1 concern is to develop the best possible products to make your Yoga experience as pleasant as possible.
Remember "It's Your Yoga"
Yoga poses for Runners
Butterfly/Cobbler Stretch (Baddha Konasana)
Sitting tall on your mat, bring the soles of your feet together. Interlace your fingers and place them around the toes. Sit tall, rolling the shoulders back, and gaze past the end of the nose. Lean forward for a deeper stretch, stopping when you start to "feel" the stretch. With every inhale, feel your spine growing longer (imagine the crown of your head reaching out in front of you to the wall); with every exhale, allow the body to sink lower (the chest is getting closer to the floor).
TIP: Use blocks under your knees if your hips are particularly tight.
Seated Wide Angle Forward Fold (Upavistha Konasana)
This pose stretches the hamstrings and calves; the forward fold straightens and lengthens the spine.
From butterfly pose, extend your legs out to either side of you at a 90 degree angle. If you can straighten the legs, flex the feet and engage the quadriceps (by lifting your kneecap) to keep your knees from locking. Lean forward slightly and place your hands on the mat. With every inhale, feel your spine growing longer (imagine the crown of your head reaching out in front of you to the wall); with every exhale, allow the body to sink lower (chest closer to the floor).
TIP: Bend your knees as much as you need to, and bring the legs closer together if needed.
Standing Wide-Legged Forward Fold (Prasarita Padottanasana)
Turn to the right and step your feet about a leg's length apart. Turn your heels slightly out and your toes slightly in. (Imagine you're slightly pigeon-toed.) Inhale and stand tall and stretch your arms out to a T (not pictured). Exhale and fold forward, taking your hands to the floor or a yoga block. Allow your head to hang down, straightening your spine. Gaze past the end of your nose. After five breaths, inhale as you roll up slowly, engaging your abs and pressing in to your feet to help you rise. Exhale and step your feet together. TIP: Keep your knees slightly bent if your hamstrings are tight. If you straighten your legs, take care not to lock your knees. For a deeper stretch, engage the quadriceps by lifting up on your kneecap.
Sitting tall on your mat, bring the soles of your feet together. Interlace your fingers and place them around the toes. Sit tall, rolling the shoulders back, and gaze past the end of the nose. Lean forward for a deeper stretch, stopping when you start to "feel" the stretch. With every inhale, feel your spine growing longer (imagine the crown of your head reaching out in front of you to the wall); with every exhale, allow the body to sink lower (the chest is getting closer to the floor).
TIP: Use blocks under your knees if your hips are particularly tight.
Seated Wide Angle Forward Fold (Upavistha Konasana)
This pose stretches the hamstrings and calves; the forward fold straightens and lengthens the spine.
From butterfly pose, extend your legs out to either side of you at a 90 degree angle. If you can straighten the legs, flex the feet and engage the quadriceps (by lifting your kneecap) to keep your knees from locking. Lean forward slightly and place your hands on the mat. With every inhale, feel your spine growing longer (imagine the crown of your head reaching out in front of you to the wall); with every exhale, allow the body to sink lower (chest closer to the floor).
TIP: Bend your knees as much as you need to, and bring the legs closer together if needed.
Standing Wide-Legged Forward Fold (Prasarita Padottanasana)
Turn to the right and step your feet about a leg's length apart. Turn your heels slightly out and your toes slightly in. (Imagine you're slightly pigeon-toed.) Inhale and stand tall and stretch your arms out to a T (not pictured). Exhale and fold forward, taking your hands to the floor or a yoga block. Allow your head to hang down, straightening your spine. Gaze past the end of your nose. After five breaths, inhale as you roll up slowly, engaging your abs and pressing in to your feet to help you rise. Exhale and step your feet together. TIP: Keep your knees slightly bent if your hamstrings are tight. If you straighten your legs, take care not to lock your knees. For a deeper stretch, engage the quadriceps by lifting up on your kneecap.
Before you begin, remember these precautions:
Do not start a yoga routine or any other workout without clearance from your doctor.
These poses are not suitable for pregnant women.
Each pose should be done in a slow and controlled manner, without bouncing or forcing, which can cause your muscles to tighten, increasing your risk of injury. Stretch in a slow, steady motion to the point of "mild discomfort." If you are stretching to the point of pain, you have stretched too far. Learn to respect your edge-never go beyond it.
This routine can be integrated into a post-run stretching routine. You can also do it any time of day. If you're not doing the stretches immediately following a workout, I recommend a 10-minute cardio warm-up before starting this routine. Warm muscles are easier to stretch.
These poses and the accompanying photos are modified for people with tight hips and hamstrings, which is common among runners.
A breath is one full inhalation and one full exhalation through the nose. Hold each pose for five breaths, or longer if you'd like.
Yoga body Bliss
Fitness News Flash
A
new study published by the University of California at Berkeley shows
that women who practice yoga have better body images and less disordered
eating patterns than women who take part in traditional aerobic
exercises. Study participants filled out surveys about the type of
exercise they performed, how often, and their feelings about their
bodies.Action Sparked
This particular study didn't put women into different exercise groups, so researchers can't be sure whether women who already felt good about their bodies tended to steer towards yoga, or if the yoga itself helped improve body image. However, yoga, a mind-body exercise, allows practitioners to tune into their bodies, emphasizing their strengths and abilities, not their size or appearance.
This focused practice is also a great stress-reliever. Yoga could help many individuals (not exclusively women) focus on the positives of their bodies, thus improving how you feel about your body, while helping improve flexibility, strength, and mental focus in the process.
Go deeper into Yoga with this wonderful book
Slim Calm Sexy Yoga: 210 Proven Yoga Moves for Mind/Body Bliss
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Inside this book is the secret to a new you.A slimmer, calmer, sexier you.
The secret? A revolutionary approach to the traditional practice of yoga.
Study after study has shown that yoga offers a multitude of benefits for today's stressed out, busy woman, including a trimmer body, stronger immunity, lower blood pressure, improved mood, better sex, and more!
In this comprehensive manual, you'll find more than 200 body-shaping and life changing yoga poses, meditations, breathing exercises, and unique 15-minute routines crafted by yoga superstar Tara Stiles.
In Slim Calm Sexy Yoga you'll discover how just 15 minutes of yoga a day can help you:
This easy-to-follow illustrated guide to the transformative powers of yoga guarantees a total lifestyle makeover. Let Slim Calm Sexy Yoga be your blueprint for a brand-new you!
The secret? A revolutionary approach to the traditional practice of yoga.
Study after study has shown that yoga offers a multitude of benefits for today's stressed out, busy woman, including a trimmer body, stronger immunity, lower blood pressure, improved mood, better sex, and more!
In this comprehensive manual, you'll find more than 200 body-shaping and life changing yoga poses, meditations, breathing exercises, and unique 15-minute routines crafted by yoga superstar Tara Stiles.
In Slim Calm Sexy Yoga you'll discover how just 15 minutes of yoga a day can help you:
This easy-to-follow illustrated guide to the transformative powers of yoga guarantees a total lifestyle makeover. Let Slim Calm Sexy Yoga be your blueprint for a brand-new you!
Check out these Yoga videos to help get you started
- 14-Minute Basic Yoga Workout
- Put down that coffee! Re-energize your mind and body with this focused, feel-good yoga routine.
- 20-Minute Yogilates Routine
- Join Kathy Smith for a feel-good routine that stretches and energizes your body from head to toe.
- 10-Minute Yoga Fusion Workout
- A dynamic twist on strength training, this 10-minute segment from the "Core Fusion Power Sculpt" DVD will give you a shapely, defined physique by combining yoga, Pilates, strength training, and Core Fusion's trademark deep-muscle movements.
- Intro to Using a Yoga Block
- Find out how a simple block can improve your yoga practice.
- Intro to Using a Yoga Strap
- How exactly does a yoga strap help your practice or flexibility routine? Find out!
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