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If you’re looking to shed pounds than you’ll definitely want to increase your physical activity levels alongside a healthy eating plan.  By increasing your aerobic activity you will burn calories and thereby lose weight more quickly.  However, when it comes to exercise, just how much is enough?

As the weather cools down we all start to spend more time indoors.  When this happens, setting up a regular exercise program is crucial.  As the season of eating and indoor activities starts to pick up, so too do our collective waistlines tend to grow.

Hatha yoga is a type of yoga that was introduced by Yogi Swatmarama.  Swatmarama was a Hindu sage that lived in India during the fifteenth century. 

As of late, yoga therapy has become a new kind of wellness practice designed to help people heal from a variety of ailments.  Yoga therapy, like yoga itself, is a gentle practice that helps end many forms of suffering, including physical, emotional and psychological. 

Yoga retreats have become a fashionable destination getaway in recent years.  These intensive yoga sessions range from weekend retreats to longer training programs.  Yoga retreats give both novice and experienced practitioners a chance to let go of their worldly problems and focus intensely on their practice.  Such a retreat can also be a great way to really challenge your body a

The hips are some of the most underrated and undervalued joints in the human body.  The hips are essential to almost all our human movements, and yet most of the time this body part is ignored.  Moreover, sedentary lifestyles lead to hip problems down the road and all too many of us are spending a good chunk of our days sitting in front of computers at the office and lounging on the c

Bikram Yoga is all the rage these days, but what exactly is it and what can it do for your body and mind?  While all your friends might now be hot yoga enthusiasts, just what is it about this heated yoga that can help you get fit and shed the pounds?

Ok so perhaps you don’t want to spend a small fortune on signing up at a gym that you may or may not attend regularly.  Or, perhaps you simply have very little time to yourself what with family, work and other obligations.  If these scenarios sound familiar, you may want to try working out to a DVD from home.  Workout DVDs can be a great way to stay focused and get fit without sh

When beginning any new fitness activity there may be some essentials that you will need to purchase before beginning.  If you are new to yoga you will want to consider some of the following points before choosing the kind of equipment and attire you will need.  Below are some of the considerations those new to yoga should look at before purchasing any yoga supplies.

Meditation is about learning to become present in the moment. Being present in your life and having a calm mind are essential to optimal health. A quiet mind however is not something all of us can make happen automatically. If you’ve never taken the time to meditate or perhaps you are struggling with meditation here are some ways to improve upon this in your life.

For many people yoga can be a solitary activity.  This intense and relaxing ‘me time’ can be a great way to unwind from a hard day.  Letting off some steam, literally if you’re off to hot yoga, or just calming down and centering yourself, are some of the hallmarks of yoga pra

Many active people are solo gym goers.  They hit the gym or the boardwalk for a long run and put on their iTunes forgetting about their worries and the world around them.  And if you’re one of those gym enthusiasts or individuals that can’t function without having their morning swim/jog or whatever, than this might be fine.  However, there are those among us who could use a littl

Stress can be terrible for your health.  It can lead to a variety of illnesses and disorders and can slow healing time.  Stress has been shown to impair immune function and to generally have a negative impact on your health.  Given how much we now know about the effects of stress and assuming that we c

The yoga trend is here to stay and Hyp-Yoga is the newest yoga in town. Started by three women, Hyp-Yoga incorporates hypnosis with yoga into a revolutionary and “Hyp” weight loss tool.

Hyp-Yoga combines physical, instructional and mental prowess to help you find your centre, tone your body and expand your mind.

It seems the question about sleeping for most people, isn&undefined;t whether they had a good sleep or not, it&undefined;s what is keeping you awake.  More and more people today have sleep disorders or have a hard time getting to sleep.  What&undefined;s the cause?  Is it stress and anxiety?  Is it what we are eating?

Being a worry-wart can cause all kinds of problems physically and mentally. Many people are “natural” worriers and tend to get stressed out easily. Others have anxiety which leads them to get stressed out about everything. Although you may think a little bit of worrying can’t do much harm it can.

A new spin-off on regular yoga is becoming increasingly popular- laughing yoga. Sound ridiculous? Don&undefined;t be so sure. Studies are showing that laughing does more good for us than we even know. Ever wonder why you feel great after watching a funny movie or having a good laugh with a friend?

The word cancer is a scary word, no doubt about it. Even though cancer is a disease most people would rather not think about, taking preventative measures can do a world of good in avoiding it, especially if cancer runs in your family. Genes can predict a lot-those with a family history of cancer are at a much higher risk of getting it themselves.

If you are one of the millions of people that do not have the luxury of a normal sleeping pattern do not despair. Before you run to a doctor for a prescription medication, there are many effective natural remedies that you should try first. Prescription sleeping aids can be damaging to your body and are highly addictive. Here are three natural options to try first.

Chances are you have done yoga before. These days most people have at least dabbled in it, if they arent already addicted. But how educated are you on the different types of yoga. For people who are new to the practice or who are curious about what it is all about it is good to at least know the basics about the different kinds.

Suggesting to a men that they go to a yoga class together ten years ago may have produced a variety of different reactions-laughing, eye rolling, or even shock that this question would be even asked. Until recently yoga has not exactly been something that most men were willing to participate in as it may ruin their macho persona.

Many people yearn after a flat stomach or a six pack because they want to look good. But have you ever really thought of what a strong core does for you? Not only do you look great in that swimsuit, but abdominal muscles are really the core of all of your body movements.

Detoxifying your body at least once a year can be extremely beneficial to most people. Although cleanses are recommended, there are way to detoxify your body gently without buying a boxed cleanse or using extreme measures. Here are six ideas on how to detoxify naturally.

There is no question, life is hectic. Although most of us try to leave work at work and relax a bit, it’s not always so easy to relax. Children, financial issues, and work matters always arise and this can cause tension and stress.

Are you the kind of person who worries about looking good? What about feeling good? Two of the most effective ways for looking and feeling good, get overlooked daily and by most people around the world. You won’t believe the effects good posture and proper breathing have for looking good and feeling good.

If you find it hard to fit time in to go to the gym or don’t want to pay the membership fee, but still want to build strength, here are some easy home based exercises to try:

Pushups – This is the standard chest exercise that can be practiced anywhere. Pushups not only work your chest, but help tone the rest of your body,

Besides looking slimmer, core exercises play an important role you your overall health and fitness. You can think of your core or stomach as the center piece to your entire body. It connects and holds all other areas together.