Print A Copy Download and print “Yoga Study” Exercise enthusiasts are flocking to yoga studios in hopes of reaping the benefits of improved mind-body connection, improved muscle tone and strength, better balance and increased flexibility. But just how beneficial is the 5,000 year old practice of Hatha yoga? Â
From counting steps to logging personal records, physical activity-tracking apps are among the most popular ways for people to track their progress as they work toward their fitness goals. But not all apps are created equal. In a sea of downloads, it’s hard to tell which app will have the right features for a particular…
Most fitness professionals today agree that incorporating yoga into a training program can yield many benefits. The controversy, however, comes when we start to discuss certain poses, or asanas, and their direct effects on the human body. There are times when clients, due to past injuries or flexibility issues, may not be able to reach…
Although technically not a scientific term, we often associate the word “superfood” with foods that are rich in nutrients that can positively impact our health. Gear up for the fall season with easy soup ideas using three very popular superfoods. Superfood #1: Black Beans Black beans are nutrient powerhouses filled with fiber to help lower…
When Saori Kawano arrived in New York City in 1978 from Yokohama, most Americans’ ideas of Japanese food ended at instant ramen and onion volcanoes. Since then, if you’ve enjoyed hand-cut soba noodles or an omakase dinner, or admired the graceful curves of a rice bowl or the flash of a Japanese knife blade, you…
Every year, the IDEA World Convention brings together thousands of exercise professionals and health coaches who share a passion and enthusiasm for getting people moving. Of course, it’s educational, with sessions led the most knowledgeable and experienced industry leaders. But, in many ways, the convention is also a celebration – a place for exercise professionals…
What happens to your engine at the end of a long car trip? It doesn’t require a degree in automotive engineering to know that once you’ve reached your destination, your car’s engine stays warm as it gradually cools to a resting temperature. Here’s a cool fact: The same thing happens to your body after exercise….
Do you have clients that cringe at the thought of stretching at the end of a session or students that constantly cut out of class before the cool-down? For some, it’s a question of perceived lack of time. For others, the thought of spending time stretching doesn’t sound exciting or sexy, despite the fact that…
It’s not a topic you probably want to talk about, but if you are constipated, making healthy changes to your diet and lifestyle can help get things moving again. Identifying the Source of the Problem Constipation is generally defined as having fewer than three bowel movements per week. While it can be caused by something…