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Fitness regimes, advice, and trends in the Longevity health and wellness sphere.
Hatha Yoga Poses for Beginners
Since 1893 when Swami Vivekananda first spoke of the teachings of yoga at the World Parliament of Religions in Chicago, the Western world began to develop and evolve these ancient practices into an exciting modern culture. Nowadays the options are endless, should I go with Vinyasa flow? That sweaty Bikram class? Or the... what’s Ashtanga? We've all been there. When you upload the schedule of your local yoga studio, you are presented with a plethora of practices which can be overwhelming for the beginning yogi. Do not fret, for this article will give you a foundation of basic Hatha yoga poses for beginners that can be done in the comforts of your own home and for free! Breath deep and stretch as you embark on your journey through the limbs of yoga, leaving your body feeling refresh and renewed every day.
By Mackenzie Lu9 years ago in Longevity
Vinyasa Yoga for Weight Loss
Sometimes referred to as dynamic yoga or flowing yoga, Vinyasa yoga is a popular type of yoga in which you move from pose to pose without breaking the flow. While yoga is generally thought of as a relaxing activity, it can be quite exhausting and can burn approximately 450 calories when performed without rest for one hour, therefore making vinyasa yoga for weight loss very effective.
By Mackenzie Lu9 years ago in Longevity
How Youth Sports Create Successful Adults
Bruises, life-long friends, ripped shirts, and more trophies than my mom knows what to do with—the world of youth sports has given me a lot. Some sports impressed more emotion and value upon me than others. Youth sports have given me one of the greatest feelings I’ve ever experienced: walking off the field during my senior season of varsity soccer while holding a Sectional Championship trophy. Sports have also given me some of my hardest times, as I worked to find balance with my social life, daily practices, and studying for the SATs, all while trying to keep my grades up.
By Matt Schkolnick9 years ago in Longevity
Summer Workout Risks
Most of us revel in exercise outdoors during the summer, but the blissful hot weather also heralds some seasonal summer workout risks. High smog levels, sunscreens that slide off during sweaty exercise, dehydration, and the aggravation of allergies are enough to make the most ardent fresh-air lover retreat to an air-conditioned health club. However, gloomy indoor gyms are not the only option to get fit and beat the heat. Here is a collection of new developments to help stay cool and healthy during your summer workouts, as well as the basic precautions to keep in mind as you slip on your joggers and hit the open road.
By Alicia Springer9 years ago in Longevity
Best Running Shoes for Women
Whether you're taking advantage of the warm weather or looking to stay active, you've decided to take up a new hobby—running! Running is one of the best full-body cardio exercises that really gets your body into tip-top, healthy shape. You’ve never run before? No worries! It’s easy to start with great programs like Couch to 5k, finding your own personal trainer, or checking out Runner Click. Starting a running group with some of your friends is a great motivator for your new favorite hobby.
By Alicia Springer10 years ago in Longevity
