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Yoga for Chronic Pain

In addition to the damaging effects stress has on the physical body, researchers have found a complex relationship between stressful situations and mental health, including clinical depression. Chronic stress is the response to emotional pressure suffered for a prolonged period over which an individual perceives he or she has no control. Some people may become […]

Published August 22, 2017

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Yoga as Means to Combat Stress

In a society dominated by stress and illness, the principles and practices of yoga can be a guide to health, wellness and stress reduction. Animals and humans are designed for short bursts of fight or flight followed by a period of rest. The four stages of stress activation include: Alarm – Fight/Flight Response. Resistance – […]

Published August 22, 2017

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Yoga for Runners and Cyclists: How Running and Yoga Really Work Together

Folks had told me for years to do yoga and I was guilty of thinking it looked silly and wasn’t a real workout. After all, time is precious and I needed to use every available minute to burn calories and build muscle. With six full marathons, 49 half marathons, 10 duathlons and a variety of other distance races under […]

Published August 17, 2017

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