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14
Mar 13

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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8
Feb 13

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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29
May 12

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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22
Mar 12

Low-impact exercise is one of the benefits of yoga poses

Most baby boomers are more active than previous generations of seniors, due in part to increased awareness of the importance of physical fitness. However, one unintended consequence is that people may hurt themselves doing certain exercises. Fortunately, one of the benefits of yoga poses is their low impact!

"I find that the routines I go through at 50 aren't the same as at 20 because it isn't always joint-friendly," fitness enthusiast Read Harris told KXLY. "I decided I needed to change my exercise habits to age well. I hooked up with a personal trainer, told her I wanted to be lean, strong and develop an exercise routine I can grow old with."

So when Harris' orthopedic surgeon told him he needed to switch from running to an exercise that would not wear down his joints, where did he turn? To yoga, of course!

Fitness trainer Rick Rick III explained to the news source that one other thing that baby boomers should keep in mind is that the key to exercise is progression. In order to avoid overdoing it, it is important to take things slow and change up one's regimen with new activities every four to six weeks.

So if you're interested in what yoga can do for you, check out your local Dahn Yoga community. Our low-impact exercises may be easy on your joints, but they'll also improve your flexibility and stress management!

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6
Mar 12

Arthritis patients may enjoy benefits of yoga poses

The joints of the skeleton are the connecting points between bones. Like any other moving machinery, joints are vulnerable to wear and tear, which can lead to arthritis. One way to alleviate the pain from this condition is to keep the muscles around the joints active and strong so they can help provide bone support. As one patient attested, arthritis relief is one of the potential benefits of yoga poses.

"I had no mobility in my arm at all," said holistic enthusiast Cielo English, as quoted by Metro Vancouver. She was diagnosed with arthritis in her shoulder 18 years ago.

"I was told the only way [my mobility] was going to improve was to have shoulder-replacement surgery."

However, she turned to the holistic healing techniques of yoga and was able to remain pain free without surgery for the last 16 years. She is now a yoga instructor herself, sharing the regimen that changed her life with other people.

Recently, English participated in the Power of Movement, a yoga-based charity event that raised more than $9,000 for the Arthritis Research Foundation.

People who are seeking relief from joint pain will be happy to know that these techniques are also available through Washington yoga classes. Besides exercise, weight maintenance will also help keep the pressure of arthritic joints, according to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases.

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29
Feb 12

Running enthusiast writes about benefits of yoga poses

Endurance activities such as running or bicycling can be beneficial for the cardiovascular system. However, holding the body in any one position for too long can create problems for the joints and muscles. Thankfully, one running enthusiast realized the benefits of yoga poses for these athletes and decided to share them.

Runners and cyclists may exhibit signs of tightness in the hip external rotators as well as weakness in the hip adductors and deep abdominals, Kym Klass wrote in the Montgomery Advertiser. People may also develop issues with the sacroiliac joints, hamstrings and knees.

"I think the accountability of coming to a yoga class and having a teacher guide you through [stretches] takes time. It takes 30 seconds to get your muscle fibers to relax," yoga instructor Heather Hagan told Klass. "In my classes, we'll hold a stretch for almost two minutes. And most people don't have the patience on their own to hold the stretches, and so they are not benefiting being on their own."

Thankfully, these problems are both reversible and preventable with the help of yoga!

Running and bicycling enthusiasts may want to look into Washington yoga classes to supplement their regimens. They would be in good company, after all – a study published in the Yoga Journal stated that 15.8 million Americans were practicing the mind-body regimen as of 2008!

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10
Jan 12

Safety ensures benefits of yoga poses

Most practitioners of yoga are well aware of the benefits of yoga poses. However, a recent article in the New York Times may have given novices pause. The story covered the rare occasions in which beginners of the mind-body regimen have injured themselves.

But if you approach yoga keeping certain things in mind, the risks will be minimal, according to the medical blog of ABC News.

The first thing to keep in mind is knowing your limits. In part, this means leaving your competitive spirit at the classroom door!

"One of the basic tenets of yoga is non-injury and self-honesty," said Seattle-based researcher Karen Sherman, as quoted by the news source. "When you practice with the idea that non-violence to your body is part of the practice, you’re more likely to avoid those injuries."

Secondly, if you're injured, be sure to avoid certain poses and ask your teacher for help. The relationship between instructor and student depends on honesty about your physical needs, which makes it important to pick the right teacher to work with, according to the news source. You can sit in on a class to observe and make sure the instructor is certified.

You may even be interested in checking out a local Dahn Yoga community. It shouldn't be difficult to find a quality teacher. According to U.S. News and World Report, there were more than 70,000 certified yoga instructors nationwide as of 2005!

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Dec 11

High school lacrosse players learn the benefits of yoga poses

Lacrosse can be a mean, high-intensity sport. When thinking of lacrosse players, one may picture swift and burly men who know how to take a hit. Very few people, including the lacrosse players themselves, may picture them meditating and learning the benefits of yoga poses.

But at Apex High School, that's exactly what's happening.

"When I thought of yoga, I didn't take it as serious as it really is. It's a lot harder than it looks," said senior Tyler Rogers, as quoted by The Apex Herald. "But it's turned out to be a lot of fun. I'm hoping for some injury prevention, and it's good for balance and for working on muscle groups I really didn't know I had. I really enjoy it and it's been great for team bonding."

Team coach John Hayden wanted to start an off-season class for years, but just managed to do so recently when he discovered the mother of a player was an instructor, according to the news source. Yoga teacher Tara Farrell designed the class around exercises meant to increase speed, agility and balance.

Young athletes who are interested in Washington yoga classes are not alone. According to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, more than 1.5 million children practiced this mind-body regimen as of 2007.

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28
Nov 11

Men, women and children may all reap the benefits of yoga poses

Contrary to what common media images may have people believe, yoga is not just about women stretching their bodies. In fact, men, women and children of all ages can reap different benefits of yoga poses, according to Yahoo! Sports.

"Regardless of your age, you can get strong, flexible and calm by performing yoga," wrote Rebecca Bardelli. "Husbands and wives, families and friends can perform yoga together. Choose a workout partner, or choose to workout on your own."

Men who practice yoga can improve their muscle strength and flexibility. Meanwhile, women get the added benefit of bolstering their abs and alleviating some of the pain caused by menstrual cramps, according to the news source.

Children may also benefit from Washington yoga classes. This activity can relieve stress and boost both flexibility and coordination, Bardelli wrote. Yoga can also improve body awareness and self-control, which may be especially pertinent to young people who may have attention deficit disorder or similar conditions.

As of 2007, more than 13 million American adults reported practicing yoga within the previous year, according to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, a division of the National Institutes of Health. The agency supports research investigating the link between yoga, immune function, pain and other aspects of health.

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22
Nov 11

Athletes can experience internal benefits of yoga poses

People may think of yoga as an exercise that mostly helps flexibility and muscular strength. However, the benefits of yoga poses can also extend to the internal organs, according to Yahoo! Sports.

"Yoga exercises are great for an athlete to add into his or her exercise routine, and there are a lot of benefits to yoga," according to writer Jeanne Rose.

Washington yoga classes can increase lung capacity and decrease respiratory rate. This can help athletes by regulating body temperature and conditioning their lungs to perform under stress, according to the news source. Furthermore, the heart will not have to work as hard to nourish the body.

Yoga also improves circulation, which is beneficial to the internal organs and joints, due in part to more efficient delivery of oxygen and nutrients, Rose said. In addition to better circulation, yoga also "massages" the organs and increases mind-body awareness, which can prevent disease and help an athlete pinpoint physical ailments faster.

As of 2007, 13 million American adults reported practicing yoga within the previous year, according to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, a division of the National Institutes of Health. The agency is supporting studies on the effects of yoga on arthritis, chronic low back pain and other conditions.

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