tag:www.awakeningcharlotte.com,2005:/categories/fit-body?page=3Fit Body Fit Body | Natural Awakenings Charlotte Page 3Healthy Living Healthy Planet2021-06-02T00:21:40-04:00urn:uuid:7c28bcba-48ce-4a1c-8b64-5734f07488c52021-04-21T17:53:11-04:002021-06-02T00:21:40-04:00Stay Fit with Bodywork Therapy: Enhance Workout Performance and Recovery with Massage2021-04-30 09:30:00 -0400Marlaina DonatoTherapeutic 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.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.awakeningcharlotte.com">Natural Awakenings Charlotte</a></small></p>urn:uuid:b3a0f97b-c7d5-41f0-94dd-4e9d403f74bd2021-03-15T14:16:25-04:002021-06-02T00:22:44-04:00Eco-Athletes: Working Out with the Planet in Mind2021-03-31 09:30:00 -0400Marlaina DonatoProfessional and recreational athletes alike are increasingly working out with the planet in mind. Here are some sustainable ways to put eco-fitness into action.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.awakeningcharlotte.com">Natural Awakenings Charlotte</a></small></p>urn:uuid:ae19bab0-0fae-4733-8a18-610201dbaa6d2021-02-19T11:30:40-05:002021-05-28T11:33:26-04:00On a Roll: Foam Rollers Ease Pain and Workout Recovery2021-02-26 09:30:00 -0500Marlaina DonatoFoam rolling targets trigger points or painful knots in muscles and is a valuable tool for reducing chronic pain and enhancing workout recovery.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.awakeningcharlotte.com">Natural Awakenings Charlotte</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d221491f-6b3a-4185-b516-a6439852963c2021-01-19T12:57:16-05:002023-02-28T17:45:39-05:00Halting Hypertension: Exercises to Lower High Blood Pressure2021-01-29 09:30:00 -0500Marlaina DonatoFortifying healthy lifestyle changes with aerobic exercise, yoga and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can help prevent and manage high blood pressure readings.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.awakeningcharlotte.com">Natural Awakenings Charlotte</a></small></p>urn:uuid:ef227cc4-f3c7-4d7f-b75d-3fd82bb0dbb82020-12-16T13:35:51-05:002021-06-30T10:19:16-04:00Staying Fit in 2021: Workout Trends Bend to the Times2020-12-30 09:30:00 -0500Marlaina DonatoFor 2021, fitness will be about better health and inner peace through smaller workout classes, outdoor exercise sessions, remote coaching and cost-effective wellness apps.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.awakeningcharlotte.com">Natural Awakenings Charlotte</a></small></p>urn:uuid:c3882762-f658-4d9b-b0e5-2bf1202041f82020-11-16T12:28:17-05:002021-12-31T00:13:36-05:00Mind-Body Fitness: How Mindfulness Benefits Workouts2020-11-27 09:30:00 -0500Marlaina DonatoHave fewer exercise injuries, improve immunity, reduce stress and develop a commitment to fitness by applying mindfulness approaches to your workouts.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.awakeningcharlotte.com">Natural Awakenings Charlotte</a></small></p>urn:uuid:28b63bbc-8210-4ce0-9419-3edf5cc2729f2020-10-21T12:31:17-04:002021-12-31T00:15:09-05:00Body Gratitude: Being Thankful Empowers Our Workouts2020-10-30 09:30:00 -0400Marlaina DonatoWays 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.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.awakeningcharlotte.com">Natural Awakenings Charlotte</a></small></p>urn:uuid:3482538e-6723-4d6d-be85-51cc87c70be92020-09-17T14:45:32-04:002023-02-28T17:53:08-05:00Tai Chi and Qigong: Life Force in Motion2020-09-30 09:30:00 -0400Marlaina DonatoThe 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.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.awakeningcharlotte.com">Natural Awakenings Charlotte</a></small></p>urn:uuid:e151bd4d-f752-4c28-a920-d62780f682872020-08-25T16:08:31-04:002023-02-28T17:55:45-05:00Yoga for Every Body: Adaptive Ways Ease Pain and Immobility2020-08-31 09:30:00 -0400Marlaina DonatoAdaptive 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.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.awakeningcharlotte.com">Natural Awakenings Charlotte</a></small></p>urn:uuid:dee2b588-f667-4ce8-9754-3b577f6afe8a2020-07-16T18:52:51-04:002023-02-28T17:56:43-05:00Mindful Walking: Meditative Steps for Well-Being2020-07-31 09:30:00 -0400Marlaina DonatoWalking 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.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.awakeningcharlotte.com">Natural Awakenings Charlotte</a></small></p>urn:uuid:b24b95b1-137a-40a8-b742-3cca8b8a50f22020-06-10T15:09:33-04:002020-12-02T14:55:58-05:00Balancing Act: Exercises for Strength and Stability2020-06-30 09:30:00 -0400Marlaina DonatoProtect yourself from falls and injury with core-strengthening balance training, yoga and tai chi exercises and poses designed to increase agility.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.awakeningcharlotte.com">Natural Awakenings Charlotte</a></small></p>urn:uuid:1bdd3f3b-f7af-48bf-9946-bfc9e9a05cec2020-05-22T14:37:20-04:002023-02-28T18:10:22-05:00Homebody Workouts: Getting Fit Without a Gym2020-05-29 09:30:00 -0400Marlaina DonatoGet and stay fit with these fun, effective at-home exercise workout plans.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.awakeningcharlotte.com">Natural Awakenings Charlotte</a></small></p>urn:uuid:9b9dc1fe-3377-47bd-9582-bc5884f737502020-04-27T15:55:04-04:002021-05-19T14:36:00-04:00Dancing To Your Own Drummer: The Healing Power of Movement2020-04-30 09:30:00 -0400Marlaina DonatoHow the healing power of dance can help with many health issues, from depression, eating disorders and addiction to Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, cancer and more.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.awakeningcharlotte.com">Natural Awakenings Charlotte</a></small></p>urn:uuid:28f67702-70f3-49d7-8b9c-3f0b578835072020-03-27T13:01:29-04:002023-02-28T18:11:24-05:00Moving Through Chronic Pain: How Exercise Can Heal What Hurts2020-03-31 09:30:00 -0400Julie PetersonHow gentle, gradual exercise routines can help to lower symptoms, enable better physical functioning and boost morale in chronic pain patients with virtually no adverse side effects.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.awakeningcharlotte.com">Natural Awakenings Charlotte</a></small></p>urn:uuid:4be4bd9a-5545-4d33-9df6-8ea599288aa22020-02-18T17:58:48-05:002023-12-30T11:12:09-05:00Vegan Fitness: A Healthy Choice for Body and Planet2020-02-28 09:30:00 -0500Rachael OppyA balanced vegan diet can provide everything an active body needs for muscle mass, stamina and recovery while lowering the risk of heart disease.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.awakeningcharlotte.com">Natural Awakenings Charlotte</a></small></p>urn:uuid:44ad3e78-f165-4a61-ac30-982c7c62aa3e2020-01-23T15:50:37-05:002022-03-31T11:06:06-04:00Vital Steps: The Path to Vascular Fitness2020-01-31 09:30:00 -0500Rachael OppyRunning, swimming, cycling, and playing tennis are all great boosters of vascular health, but
even a simple brisk walk can do wonders for keeping blood vessels clear and flexible.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.awakeningcharlotte.com">Natural Awakenings Charlotte</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d06a6217-21b4-443b-9d1e-c1a8a00476a82019-12-13T14:46:05-05:002022-03-31T11:07:31-04:00When Workouts Don’t Work: Why Less Is Sometimes More2019-12-30 09:30:00 -0500Rachael OppyExercise is a proven component in losing weight and preventing cardiovascular disease and diabetes, but working out can serve as a physical stressor. Here's how to find an optimal balance.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.awakeningcharlotte.com">Natural Awakenings Charlotte</a></small></p>