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Benefits of Yoga for Women

September 21, 2018 taylorevance@gmail.com Comments 0 Comment

Print this entryExercise is an important part of living a healthy life on a daily basis for all creatures. Although men and women are very similar biologically, there are minor differences that create dissimilar reasons why women should be focused on maintaining proper health through exercise. When you exercise over time, you can see the benefits of this healthy habit, as it transforms your body, but do you know what specific benefits that it can do? This article will be…

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Yoga Stretches for Newbies

September 9, 2018 taylorevance@gmail.com Comments 0 Comment

Print this entryWhether you are brand new to yoga, or you are struggling with some of the harder moves, it is good to go back to the basics. This is when you do the more gentle yoga moves that will stretch your body while also lengthening and strengthening it at the same time. Take a look at these beginner-friendly yoga stretches for newbies that will be gentle on your body. Yoga Mountain Pose This is a very simple yoga pose…

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Yoga Inversions

August 26, 2018 taylorevance@gmail.com Comments 0 Comment

Print this entryYoga inversions are yoga posts that put you into an inverted position, where your heart is at a higher level than your head. There are some for intermediate and advanced yogis that you can work toward doing. Camel Pose A popular yoga inversion and one that is at the intermediate level is the camel pose. There are quite a few benefits to adding this inversion to your yoga practice, including strengthening your back, helping improve your balance and…

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How to Use Yoga Blocks

August 10, 2018 taylorevance@gmail.com Comments 0 Comment

Print this entryThere are quite a few different accessories that can be used to improve your yoga practice, and yoga blocks are a great way to start. There are so many benefits to using yoga blocks, including helping with more advanced moves you are new to, having a way to stabilize your body, and using them for different types of moves. What are Yoga Blocks? Yoga blocks are one of many accessories – also called props – that can help…

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Yoga Newbie Mistakes

August 4, 2018 taylorevance@gmail.com Comments 0 Comment

Print this entryAre you brand new to yoga? If so, you might be making some common mistakes, from when and how to practice yoga, to the moves themselves. By avoiding these mistakes, you will be more inclined to continue practicing yoga, and can also avoid unnecessary injuries. Common Mistakes Made by Yoga Newbies Doing Advanced Yoga Moves Too Quickly This is probably one of the biggest mistakes people often make when they are just starting out with yoga. If you…

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Starting Your Day with Yoga

July 25, 2018 taylorevance@gmail.com Comments 0 Comment

Print this entryIf you have been trying yoga, but seem to have a hard time motivating yourself to do it on a regular basis, try starting your day with yoga in your morning routine. When you to start your day off right with a healthy body and mind. Here are some tips for creating a morning routine with yoga. Turn Off Distractions Dedicate yourself to your morning routine by not having any outside distractions. If you can, try to avoid…

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Deep Meditation Practices

June 29, 2018 taylorevance@gmail.com Comments 0 Comment

Print this entryAs you advance further into meditation practices and become familiar with basic meditation, there may come a time when you want to go to the next step. This often begins with longer sessions, then may include deeper meditation. Here are some ways to practice deep meditation when you get to intermediate or advanced levels. Meditate After Doing Yoga To start with deep meditation, there are some basics you should know. To start with, timing does make a big…

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Spring Into Yoga

May 4, 2018 taylorevance@gmail.com Comments 0 Comment

Print this entryAs you begin looking for good exercises to participate in during the springtime, why not try yoga? There are many benefits to yoga year-round, but here are some specifically for this time of year. Benefits of Yoga in the Spring You Can do Yoga Anywhere One of the best things about yoga is that it is something you can do anywhere. If you want to enjoy more of the spring sunshine, you can take your yoga practice outside…

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Yoga Poses for Stress Relief

March 21, 2018 taylorevance@gmail.com Comments 0 Comment

Print this entryStress can build up over the course of a long day. For many people, it can be difficult to find a healthy way to release stress effectively. Yoga has been practiced for more than 5,000 years, and many yoga poses can reduce high levels of stress as well as anxiety. However, some poses promote a peaceful mind more significantly than others, and these are some great poses to do when you only have a few minutes of time…

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Yoga for Chronic Pain Relief

April 16, 2017 taylorevance@gmail.com Comments 0 Comment

Print this entryNot only is exercise in general good for chronic pain, but specific types, especially yoga. Yoga helps to decrease certain types of pain, like shoulder or neck pain, while the relaxation you get can also teach you to enjoy yoga for chronic pain relief. Try Restorative Yoga When you want to use yoga for your chronic pain, you should first consider the type of yoga you do. While all forms of yoga can be beneficial, certain types are…

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