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Chakra Balancing Yoga with Sharon Gannon

May 21st, 2009 at 3:00 pm » Comments Off

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Can toxic chemicals trigger vitiligo?

May 20th, 2009 at 9:58 pm » Comments Off

Today I was reading an aritcle about the effects of oxidative stress on vitiligo and a thought came to mind. I’ve read from many sources that stress may induce vitiligo. I always took that to mean that stressful situations, or a stress filled life, could cause vitiligo, but, what if could also mean stress put on my body by toxic chemicals that I’ve been exposed to, knowingly and unknowingly? Afterall, each time I have the carpets cleaned, there is a metallic taste in my mouth and twice a year …



Need New Workout Ideas? Check Out These Workouts

May 20th, 2009 at 4:05 am » Comments Off

With warm weather finally here, it’s time for my winter workouts to go. This week, I’ve mixed and matched new workouts, both for myself and my clients. …



Exercises of the Week: Pushup Progressions

May 19th, 2009 at 4:13 am » Comments Off

I’ve said this before, but it bears repeating: Pushups are one of the best exercises you can do. They build strength in the core and upper body and…



Pose of the Month: Bakasana

May 18th, 2009 at 3:00 pm » Comments Off

Bakasana (http://www.yogabasics.com/core-strengthening-poses/crane.html) as the crane or the crow, its effect is one of transcendence. Rising above our perceived limitations and…



Vote on This Week’s Poll: Where do you get most of your exercise information?

May 18th, 2009 at 4:18 am » Comments Off

Whenever I start researching for a new article or workout, I’m always surprised by the sheer amount of information out there. I often spend more time trying…



Errors on Login

May 17th, 2009 at 11:07 pm » Comments Off

We are unfortunately experiencing errors after logging into the site, and are working to pinpoint the issue and correct it….



Sri K Pattabhi Jois Passes Away

May 17th, 2009 at 3:00 pm » Comments Off

With great sadness we have learned that Sri K Pattabhi Jois has left his body today. At the age of…



Bigger Body Yoga

May 15th, 2009 at 3:00 pm » Comments Off

As much as we would like to deny it, it is not uncommon to walk into a yoga class filled…



Fit Fact: Overeating is the main cause of obesity

May 15th, 2009 at 3:59 am » Comments Off

When you think about America’s weight problem, do you think it’s more about eating too much or sitting too much? I’ve always believed it was a combination of the…