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Does Yoga Conflict with Being a Christian?

by Clarissa Adkins

The ancient mind and body exercise of yoga has become more and more popular each year as local gyms and studios fulfill the public's desire to try it. Despite yoga's seepage into mainstream fitness, many are hesitant to experience it for a variety of reasons.

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Yoga & Yoga Fitness Balls

by Heather Long

More and more, people are making yoga a part of their exercise routine and you should too. The secrets to yoga are being discovered as more people practice what is considered one of the more ancient forms of exercise.

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Yoga: How Do You Know Which One to Do

by Heather Long

There are a great many forms of yoga available on the fitness market whether you are purchasing Yoga DVDs, fitness videotapes or signing up for a class at a fitness club, yoga health club or other.

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The Do's and Don'ts of Stretching

by Heather Long

Stretching is an important part of overall fitness. It can improve range of motion and flexibility. Be sure to use correct form when you are stretching and in the meanwhile, here are some do's and don'ts to keep yourself on track.

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The High 5 on Stretching

by Heather Long

Stretching is not the highest rated activity for most people. In fact, I am not overly fond of stretching though I know better than to do any exercise or intense physical activity without a good stretch. Stretching is important though.

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Four More Reasons to Yoga Today

by Heather Long

Were you looking for a few more reasons why you should give Yoga try? If so, you're in luck. I have four great reasons for why incorporating yoga into your workouts is a great plan.

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Pointing at our Posture

by Heather Long

We've talked about posture here before. We've talked about listening to our mothers and our grandmothers who told us to sit up straight were doing more than nagging us, they were trying to drill into us a healthy form of behavior that pays off throughout our lifetime.

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Ease Your Arthritis With Exercise

by Heather Long

When it comes to easing arthritis, the relief is what most people want. There are a lot of studies out there targeting how to help your arthritis and target it for relief through exercise.

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Yogic Walking

by Heather Long

When it comes to finding time to work out or attend a yoga class, many moms (especially those with young children or babies) roll their eyes and grin. They don't have time to have a quiet cup of coffee much less time for a class.

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Pilates for Men

by Gillian Markson

Even though men are aware of the benefits and difficulties of ballet, celebrities praise the virtues of Yoga to their toned bodies. We see more amazing female athletes with long legs and a lengthy neck as there bodies are portrayed as a ballerina.

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