Any attempt we make to trace the history of any cultural or spiritual phenomena as it makes its way across nations and overseas can never be an easy task. This applies to the intangible cultural heritage that has spread throughout the world in general and the United States of America in particular. When, exactly, did…
The fitness world has evolved a great deal over the years. We now have many fitness routines and classes, all promising great benefits. Yoga is one of the most popular, and barre has also grown in popularity in recent times, but while these two types of exercise have some similarities, they are also fundamentally different.…
Poor posture is often neglected in regards to personal health, considered an aesthetic issue more so than something capable of serious harm. Bad posture is often the culprit behind various medical conditions and can cause more long-term damage than just hunched shoulders. But are there better ways to improve posture aside from the archaic method…
Whenever we talk of exercising, dieting, and all the other health and wellness pursuits out there, children rarely come up. Even though today’s parents take more interest in their children’s welfare than previous generations seemed to, few really know for sure what works best for kids. Can meditation and yoga, for example, offer any positive…
As yoga becomes more and more popular over time, people become aware of its many health benefits. Since yoga is associated with gentle movements and mindfulness, many people assume it cannot help anyone reach their fitness goals. Is it possible to practice yoga to lead to weight loss? Yoga does help with weight loss, but…
Investing in health and wellness is an investment that will always pay off. Yoga is one of the best ways to better your overall well-being, as it offers both physical and mental health benefits. With prices reaching over $20 a class, however, why is yoga getting so expensive? Yoga is so expensive because of many…
Yoga and bodybuilding don’t seem like they belong in the same camp, but guess what? Maybe they do. The truth is, many bodybuilders lack flexibility while others suffer from general body tightness, and if you have excellent body strength but find it difficult to bend down, you’ve got a problem. You could also be setting…
In the first six weeks after a hip replacement, regular and gentle exercise is advised to help with muscle building and restoring movement. You will typically be expected to perform 30 minutes per day, two to three times per day. Is it possible to also do yoga? Yoga is possible after a hip replacement provided…
The Lotus Pose, or padmasana, creates a challenge for many yogis. Even after spending a considerable amount of time deepening one’s practice and opening up the body to greater flexibility, many yogis still find it a challenge to sit in a full Lotus position. While hip flexibility is a contributing factor to the ability to…
Exercising in order to maintain a healthy lifestyle is just as important after knee-replacement surgery as it was pre-op. But which exercises are safe to do, and which will make your knee feel worse? Is doing yoga — with its emphasis on stretching — a good idea or wholly misguided? It is possible to do…
