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Mar 13

Head outside to increase the benefits of yoga

Head outside to increase the benefits of yoga

Head outside to increase the benefits of yoga

The benefits of yoga are numerous, and you can enhance their appeal and effectiveness by simply heading outside to exercise. With warm breezes, sunshine and plenty of natural elements, Mother Nature can be a great companion when you're working out. Here are three examples of outdoor benefits of yoga poses.

The comfort of a favorite spot
When you're looking to get into the yoga zone so you can unify your body, mind and spirit, it's helpful to be in a comfortable location. If you have a favorite spot on a nearby beach, public park or even in your backyard garden, exercising here can help you focus your energy.

That breath of fresh air
Deep, controlled breathing techniques are a big part of an effective yoga routine. Because of this, it makes sense to head someplace where you won't be subjected to still, stuffy air. Practicing yoga outside will allow your lungs to enjoy breaths of fresh air.

A place to focus
There are numerous distractions that can get in the way of a successful yoga workout when you're stretching inside. Whether it's your cell phone, family or noise neighbors, practicing yoga in a quiet corner of a public park can help you stay focused on your fitness goals.

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Feb 13

How to pick the right class for benefits of yoga

How to pick the right class for benefits of yoga

How to pick the right class for benefits of yoga

Have you been feeling a little out of sorts lately? Thinking about making a few changes in your fitness goals and eating habits? You might want to consider the benefits of yoga. But before you commit to a class, consider the following beginner’s yoga tips.

Inquire about work benefits
Some employers actually offer financial health incentives for staff members who want to join a local gym or yoga studio. See if your workplace has any programs in place to provide you with a few extra dollars to work toward your health goals.

Speak with friends
If you have any friends or family members who frequently practice yoga, make sure you speak with them before joining a class. These people can offer you helpful information and tips on various forms of yoga, which can allow you to narrow down your options and make an informed decision.

Consider your commute
Want to get the maximum benefits of yoga poses? You’ll need to attend classes at least three times a week to strengthen your muscles and lose weight. To make sure you stick with this plan without schedule conflicts, pick a yoga studio close to your workplace or home.

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05
Dec 12

Amazing benefits of yoga during the holiday season

Amazing benefits of yoga during the holiday season

Amazing benefits of yoga during the holiday season

Are you starting to feel the pressures of the holiday season building? Not sure where you'll find the energy to decorate, cook, shop and travel this year? There's no doubt that the holidays can be difficult, but practicing yoga can help you weather the trials of the season. Here are some of the holiday benefits of yoga to keep in mind.

Cold weather exercise
Cardio exercises like running and cycling can be particularly unappealing when it's cold outside, but yoga can provide you with a beneficial and enjoyable indoor workout from December through February. That will come in handy when you're trying to work off those extra pounds gained from holiday meals.

Added energy
Keeping up with the assortment of holiday parties and festivities can really begin to wear you out. Luckily, the benefits of yoga breathing and stretching include providing you with additional stores of energy to make it through the season's pressures.

Peace and relaxation
Can't find a moment to yourself during the holidays? Taking a few minutes to meditate once or twice a day can help your feelings of stress and anxiety melt away thanks to deep breathing exercises and repeating a personal mantra. That will make cooking for 10 people and buying an assortment of presents seem more manageable.

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Aug 12

A brief overview of the history of yoga

A brief overview of the history of yoga

A brief overview of the history of yoga

While it's just started to catch on in popularity in America over the past few decades, yoga is actually an early art form dating back thousands of years. If you're considering signing up for a class at your local health center, you might want to check out these fun facts about the history of yoga before you get started.

Ancient beginnings
According to ABC-Of-Yoga.com, yoga is often credited as dating back to the dawn of civilized culture. The earliest recorded information about yoga comes from stone seals that are believed to be from India around 3,000 B.C. However, some believe that the history of yoga exercise and meditation may have originated with Stone Age Shamanism.

Three structures
Though you might think that yoga is primarily about twisting your body into strange poses, there's actually much more to this art form than that. AmericanYogaAssociation.org reports that in addition to exercise, yoga also values breathing and meditation as core structures.

Contemporary history
While yoga existed for many thousands of years in Asia, it wasn't until the late 1800s that it came to the West. ABC-Of-Yoga.com reports that after being considered soley a form of Eastern Philosophy, practicioners discovered its poential for sparking interest in vegetarianism and physical wellness. This early intrigue was then amplified by Indian teachers coming to the West in the 1960s.

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14
Aug 12

The Dahn Yoga community encourages students to get routine vaccines

The Dahn Yoga community encourages students to get routine vaccines.

The Dahn Yoga community encourages students to get routine vaccines.

Parents who know all about the benefits of yoga for kids may be eager to sign their children up for such classes. However, just like any other class that brings youngsters together in the same room, yoga may provide an opportunity for germs to move around. If the kids get sick, not only will they be unable to enjoy their yoga exercises, but they may also bring their bacteria and viruses back home to mom and dad!

That's why the Dahn Yoga community is encouraging all people, young and old, to stay current on their vaccination schedule. After all, August is National Immunization Awareness Month.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, children aged 7 to 18 years should be inoculated against tetanus, diphtheria, whooping cough, meningococcal illness, polio, measles, mumps, rubella, chicken pox, the flu and several types of hepatitis.

Furthermore, some children may benefit from vaccines for HPV and pneumococcal disease.

However, it is not just kids who need to be inoculated. Adult yoga enthusiasts would do themselves a world of good by getting their annual flu shot.

Vaccines help keep people healthy all year long, making sure that illness won't get in the way enjoying yoga.

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Jul 12

Washington yoga classes may help juvenile arthritis patients

Washington yoga classes may help juvenile arthritis patients.

Washington yoga classes may help juvenile arthritis patients.

Considering that July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month, we at Dahn Yoga can't think of a better time to learn about the benefits of yoga for kids who have this condition.

More than 290,000 Americans under age 18 live with juvenile arthritis, according to the latest data from the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS). This is usually the result of an overactive immune system that attacks healthy joint tissue, leading to pain in the knees, hands, feet and other areas.

While there are medications that can alleviate the most severe symptoms of juvenile arthritis, the NIAMS reminds people that exercise is essential to any care regimen.

"Although pain sometimes limits physical activity, exercise is important for reducing the symptoms of juvenile arthritis and maintaining function and range of motion of the joints. Most children with [juvenile arthritis] can take part fully in physical activities and selected sports when their symptoms are under control," the agency website states.

Parents may want to consider enrolling their children in Washington yoga classes, which can provide low-impact exercises that are gentle on the joints while maintaining optimal flexibility. A doctor can help parents decide if this activity is appropriate.

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Jun 12

Lifestyle columnist discovers benefits of yoga for men

Lifestyle columnist discovers benefits of yoga for men.

Lifestyle columnist discovers benefits of yoga for men.

It may no longer be Men's Health Week, but that doesn't mean that the gentlemen, bros and dudes out there can fall back on their old habits and let themselves go. In fact, they may want to take up a new fitness activity. Finding a Dahn Yoga community may be a good idea.

Just ask Eli Epstein, the lifestyle columnist for Business Insider. A while back, he tried to take a yoga class, but was introduced to a form that included a hot, sweltering (and smelly) room.

Although he was initially put off by it, he decided to give yoga one more shot by taking a gentler beginners' class. Epstein's decision was partly based on his need to recovery from knee surgery.

And how did it go this time? Well, it may have been relaxing, but it was still work.

"Maybe that's the point though. I feel pretty loose this morning," Epstein wrote in his column.

There are several potential benefits of yoga for men, according to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, a division of the National Institutes of Health. Among them are improvements in blood pressure, heart rate, joint health and mood.

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May 12

Stronger bones are among the benefits of yoga poses

Stronger bones are among the benefits of yoga poses.

Stronger bones are among the benefits of yoga poses.

As National Osteoporosis Month, May is a time when people, particularly senior citizens, can educate themselves about how to maintain bone health. Weight-bearing exercises are among the most effective approaches to strengthening the skeleton. Fortunately, the benefits of yoga poses may help lead to denser bones that are resistant to fracture.

More than 40 million Americans either have osteoporosis or are at risk for the bone-weakening disease. The condition increases the likelihood that patients will experience life-threatening fractures, particularly those that are the result of falling accidents.

Yoga may help prevent these problems by strengthening the bones. The holistic-healing technique is adaptable and can easily accommodate different limitations that students may have.

"It can be practiced in a very low-impact way," yoga instructor Alison Rubin told The Spokesman-Review. "It's doable for an older person. There are many, many, many poses, and they can be modified in many different ways."

Furthermore, yoga exercises may help practitioners improve their sense of balance, which in turn may prevent accidental falls and fractures.

So if you want to learn more about what this activity can do for your bones, check out your local Washington yoga classes.

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30
Apr 12

Instructor provides tips for new Seattle yoga class students

Instructor provides tips for new Seattle yoga class students.

Instructor provides tips for new Seattle yoga class students.

Now that we're well into spring and looking forward to summer, people may be more mindful about their fitness regimens in the warm weather. A Seattle yoga class may sound appealing, particularly because of this physical activity's reputation as a great source of stress relief.

Instructor Isabelle Casey shared some etiquette tips with The Seattle Times that newbies may find useful.

- In order to be considerate of hygiene, bring your own water and towel so you don't have to rent studio equipment.

- "You could try yoga socks that help prevent slipping, but practicing barefoot is highly encouraged," Casey told the newspaper.

- For maximum comfort while posing, wear clothes that do not have zippers, buttons or pockets on the back or abdomen. Clothing material should be able to breathe comfortably.

- Out of consideration for your fellow students, go easy on the perfume or cologne.

- Be respectful of other students' meditation by not talking too much.

- Listen carefully to your instructor.

- As a matter of safety and respect, arrive on time for warm-ups.

Follow these tips, and you will maximize the Dahn Yoga benefits!

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Apr 12

Want to maximize the benefits of yoga during pregnancy? Avoid these conditions!

Want to maximize the benefits of yoga during pregnancy? Avoid these conditions!

Want to maximize the benefits of yoga during pregnancy? Avoid these conditions!

Women who are pregnant go through an awful lot – tired joints, achy back, swelling, mood swings and so on. Medical experts often suggest that physical activities can help alleviate some of these symptoms. Expectant mothers who want a more well-rounded regimen can take holistic healing courses that specialize in teaching the benefits of yoga during pregnancy.

But what happens when you can't find a class that is designed for pregnant women? A regular yoga class will suffice, but health blog FitSugar offers some advice about what to avoid.

- Because forward bends may compress the blood vessels that feed the uterus, try keeping a wide space between your legs. Deep twists can have the same effect, so do not pivot deeply across the knee, but rather maintain an open position.

- Try not to do any poses that require you to lie on your back during the second or third trimester. This can interfere with circulation and compound back pain, hypertension and heartburn.

- Save the poses that work on your abs and obliques for after the baby is born.

- Whatever you do, don't overexert yourself. So those extreme classes that require you to work out in a hot room and contort yourself through inversions and extreme backbends? Forget about it!

Try finding a Dahn Yoga community to join. Not only are the exercises relaxing and gentle, but the knowledgeable teachers will be happy to show you how to make adjustments in pregnancy.

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