Coming into Balance: How Stress and Relaxation Work Together

by Baxter and NinaMirror Image by Melina MezaSo, you�re lying on a beautiful beach somewhere, feeling the warmth of the sun on your skin and listening to the sound of waves lapping at the shore, and you�re feeling totally comfortable and very relaxed. So what is happening to...

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Circadian Rhythms, Jet Lag, and Yoga

by RamPollard Willows and Setting Sun by Vincent van GoghThe Ayurvedic scholars and yoga gurus certainly knew about circadian rhythms. Termed as dinacharya (day routines), ratricharya (nightly routines) and ritucharya (seasonal routines), traditional observances were encouraged...

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Stress Management for When You're Stressed!

by NinaWhen you�re not feeling particularly stressed out, a well-rounded practice that includes active asanas and short-sessions of the stress management techniques of your choice will help keep your stress levels in check. And if you chose meditate every day, or do breath practices,...

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Video of the Week: Dynamic Reclined Twist

This dynamic version of Reclined Twist is great for building core strength�who doesn't want more of that?�and for releasing tension in your outer hips and the sides of your torso.Subscribe to Yoga for Healthy Aging by Email � Follow Yoga for Healthy Aging on Facebook � Join this site with Google Friend Conn...

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Your Nervous System Needs TLC

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Understanding Pain

by NinaThe Black Finger Bandage by Berthe MorisotIf you stub your toe, cut your finger while chopping vegetables, burn your hand while taking something out of the oven, or twist your ankle while walking down the street, you experience a physically and emotionally unpleasant...

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Why You Should Care About Your Digestive System

by Baxter and NinaChocolate Kouign Amann by Rosie GibsonAt a very primary level, your digestive system is essential for maintaining your health. After those first gasps of air and the initial cry of a newborn, the first action of a new life is to feed! And a digestive system...

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Getting Juicy! Advice from Maria Mendola

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