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Oct 29, 2021 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato
Spirit-infused forms of dancing like African, Middle Eastern, ecstatic and yoga-inspired kundalini help us to stay in shape while also fortifying the body’s intrinsic life force.
Sep 30, 2021 09:30AM ● By Laura Paisley Beck
Walking briskly daily has many proven health benefits. Here are tips for getting started including proper shoes, ways to incorporate a dog, and how to stay motivated and committed.
Aug 31, 2021 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato
Trauma-informed yoga (also called trauma-sensitive yoga) is a promising therapeutic branch of the yogic system designed to quell the body’s programmed “fight-or-flight” responses.
Jul 30, 2021 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato
Waterskiing, stand up paddle boarding (SUP), river rafting, kayaking, SUP yoga and other summer water sports that improve bone density, elevate mood and engage major muscle groups.
Jun 30, 2021 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato
Pressing our feet upon the Earth can be much more than a form of health-promoting exercise, as running can be introspective, and over time, a spiritual practice.
May 28, 2021 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato
Gardening can foster fitness, burn calories and support heart health by offering an opportunity for moderate intensity exercise and providing a challenging workout with aerobic benefits.
Apr 30, 2021 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato
Therapeutic massage and other bodywork modalities before or after exercise can combat post-workout soreness and stiffness, maximizing our fitness investments in and out of the gym.
Mar 31, 2021 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato
Professional and recreational athletes alike are increasingly working out with the planet in mind. Here are some sustainable ways to put eco-fitness into action.
Feb 26, 2021 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato
Foam rolling targets trigger points or painful knots in muscles and is a valuable tool for reducing chronic pain and enhancing workout recovery.
Jan 29, 2021 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato
Fortifying healthy lifestyle changes with aerobic exercise, yoga and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can help prevent and manage high blood pressure readings.
Dec 30, 2020 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato
For 2021, fitness will be about better health and inner peace through smaller workout classes, outdoor exercise sessions, remote coaching and cost-effective wellness apps.
Nov 27, 2020 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato
Have fewer exercise injuries, improve immunity, reduce stress and develop a commitment to fitness by applying mindfulness approaches to your workouts.
Oct 30, 2020 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato
Ways to cultivate an appreciation for our bodies to help us stay motivated at maintaining a workout routine and reap the many health benefits of exercise and gratitude.
Sep 30, 2020 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato
The many health benefits of tai chi, the modified martial art of gentle meditative movement, and qigong, the mind-body wellness system that uses breath, simple movement and stillness.
Aug 31, 2020 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato
Adaptive yoga can help people challenged by injury, chronic pain, autoimmune disease or debilitating conditions like multiple sclerosis achieve health and wellness in mind, body and spirit.
Jul 31, 2020 09:30AM ● By Marlaina Donato
Walking or hiking with a meditative focus that fosters focus on each step, known as mindful walking, can combat depression, anxiety and unhealthy food cravings by boosting neurotransmitters.
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