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Yoga’s primary emphasis is upon general well-being. Although yoga has been shown to be beneficial in a variety of conditions, it is not considered a therapy for specific illnesses. Rather, yoga employs a broad holistic approach that focuses on teaching people a new lifestyle, way of thinking, and way of being in the world. In the process, however, it is also found to bring a myriad of healing effects. By attending to practices for improving, regaining or retaining general good health, a person is likely to find that some of his more specific difficulties tend to disappear. Many of the healing effects of yoga is clinically verified. We will look at the healing effects of yoga. However, one of the most important benefit of yoga is its application in relieving stress, fatigue, invigoration and vitality and its anti-aging properties and its application for relaxation therapy.

According to Swami Sivananda, the benefits of pranayama (yogic breathing practices) include: “The body becomes strong and healthy. Too much fat is reduced. There is luster in the face. Eyes sparkle like diamonds. The practitioner becomes very handsome. Voice becomes sweet and melodious”

Indra Devi, author of many books on yoga suggests that with yoga: “You will be able to enjoy better sleep, a happier disposition, a clearer and calmer mind. You will learn how to build up your health and protect yourself against colds, fevers, constipation, headaches, fatigue, and other troubles. You will know what to do in order to remain youthful, vital and alert, regardless of your calendar-age; how to lose or gain weight; how to get rid of premature wrinkles, and keep a smooth skin and clear complexion.”
Doing yoga regularly offers many benefits, including making you feel better about your body as you become stronger and more flexible, toning your muscles, reducing stress and improving your mental and physical well-being. Will it help you lose weight, though?

Answer: Practicing any type of yoga will build strength, but some types may not raise your heart rate enough to make them the only form of exercise you need to include in your weight loss regime. It depends on the type of yoga you select and how frequently you practice it.
In order to lose weight, you must eat healthily and burn calories by doing exercise that raises your heart rate on a regular basis. Some types of yoga, such as Iyengar, in which yoga poses are held for several minutes with a resting period between each pose, will build muscles and improve your posture, but will not give you the cardiovascular workout you need to lose weight.

If you plan to make yoga your primary form of exercise, you must do a vigorous 90-minute yoga class at least three times a week. Many people also choose to combine yoga with running, walking or other aerobic exercise in order to reach their weight loss goals.
Ashtanga:
Ashtanga Yoga is a very vigorous style of practice with a few distinct advantages for those who want to lose weight. Ashtanga practitioners are among the most dedicated of yogis, and beginners are often encouraged to sign up for a series of classes, which will help with motivation. Another advantage is that once you learn the poses, Ashtanga Yoga is ideal for home practitioners.

Power Yoga:
Power Yoga is extremely popular, because it provides a very vigorous cardiovascular workout.

Hot Yoga:
Vinyasa yoga done in a hot room ups the ante by guaranteeing 

Yoga’s primary emphasis is upon general well-being. Although yoga has been shown to be beneficial in a variety of conditions, it is not considered a therapy for specific illnesses. Rather, yoga employs a broad holistic approach that focuses on teaching people a new lifestyle, way of thinking, and way of being in the world. In the process, however, it is also found to bring a myriad of healing effects. By attending to practices for improving, regaining or retaining general good health, a person is likely to find that some of his more specific difficulties tend to disappear. Many of the healing effects of yoga is clinically verified. We will look at the healing effects of yoga. However, one of the most important benefit of yoga is its application in relieving stress, fatigue, invigoration and vitality and its anti-aging properties and its application for relaxation therapy.

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According to Swami Sivananda, the benefits of pranayama (yogic breathing practices) include: “The body becomes strong and healthy. Too much fat is reduced. There is luster in the face. Eyes sparkle like diamonds. The practitioner becomes very handsome. Voice becomes sweet and melodious”

Indra Devi, author of many books on yoga suggests that with yoga: “You will be able to enjoy better sleep, a happier disposition, a clearer and calmer mind. You will learn how to build up your health and protect yourself against colds, fevers, constipation, headaches, fatigue, and other troubles. You will know what to do in order to remain youthful, vital and alert, regardless of your calendar-age; how to lose or gain weight; how to get rid of premature wrinkles, and keep a smooth skin and clear complexion.”
Doing yoga regularly offers many benefits, including making you feel better about your body as you become stronger and more flexible, toning your muscles, reducing stress and improving your mental and physical well-being. Will it help you lose weight, though?

Answer: Practicing any type of yoga will build strength, but some types may not raise your heart rate enough to make them the only form of exercise you need to include in your weight loss regime. It depends on the type of yoga you select and how frequently you practice it.
In order to lose weight, you must eat healthily and burn calories by doing exercise that raises your heart rate on a regular basis. Some types of yoga, such as Iyengar, in which yoga poses are held for several minutes with a resting period between each pose, will build muscles and improve your posture, but will not give you the cardiovascular workout you need to lose weight.

If you plan to make yoga your primary form of exercise, you must do a vigorous 90-minute yoga class at least three times a week. Many people also choose to combine yoga with running, walking or other aerobic exercise in order to reach their weight loss goals.
Ashtanga:
Ashtanga Yoga is a very vigorous style of practice with a few distinct advantages for those who want to lose weight. Ashtanga practitioners are among the most dedicated of yogis, and beginners are often encouraged to sign up for a series of classes, which will help with motivation. Another advantage is that once you learn the poses, Ashtanga Yoga is ideal for home practitioners.

Power Yoga:
Power Yoga is extremely popular, because it provides a very vigorous cardiovascular workout.

Hot Yoga:
Vinyasa yoga done in a hot room ups the ante by guaranteeing 

Yoga’s primary emphasis is upon general well-being. Although yoga has been shown to be beneficial in a variety of conditions, it is not considered a therapy for specific illnesses. Rather, yoga employs a broad holistic approach that focuses on teaching people a new lifestyle, way of thinking, and way of being in the world. In the process, however, it is also found to bring a myriad of healing effects. By attending to practices for improving, regaining or retaining general good health, a person is likely to find that some of his more specific difficulties tend to disappear. Many of the healing effects of yoga is clinically verified. We will look at the healing effects of yoga. However, one of the most important benefit of yoga is its application in relieving stress, fatigue, invigoration and vitality and its anti-aging properties and its application for relaxation therapy.

According to Swami Sivananda, the benefits of pranayama (yogic breathing practices) include: “The body becomes strong and healthy. Too much fat is reduced. There is luster in the face. Eyes sparkle like diamonds. The practitioner becomes very handsome. Voice becomes sweet and melodious”

Indra Devi, author of many books on yoga suggests that with yoga: “You will be able to enjoy better sleep, a happier disposition, a clearer and calmer mind. You will learn how to build up your health and protect yourself against colds, fevers, constipation, headaches, fatigue, and other troubles. You will know what to do in order to remain youthful, vital and alert, regardless of your calendar-age; how to lose or gain weight; how to get rid of premature wrinkles, and keep a smooth skin and clear complexion.”
Doing yoga regularly offers many benefits, including making you feel better about your body as you become stronger and more flexible, toning your muscles, reducing stress and improving your mental and physical well-being. Will it help you lose weight, though?

Answer: Practicing any type of yoga will build strength, but some types may not raise your heart rate enough to make them the only form of exercise you need to include in your weight loss regime. It depends on the type of yoga you select and how frequently you practice it.
In order to lose weight, you must eat healthily and burn calories by doing exercise that raises your heart rate on a regular basis. Some types of yoga, such as Iyengar, in which yoga poses are held for several minutes with a resting period between each pose, will build muscles and improve your posture, but will not give you the cardiovascular workout you need to lose weight.

If you plan to make yoga your primary form of exercise, you must do a vigorous 90-minute yoga class at least three times a week. Many people also choose to combine yoga with running, walking or other aerobic exercise in order to reach their weight loss goals.
Ashtanga:
Ashtanga Yoga is a very vigorous style of practice with a few distinct advantages for those who want to lose weight. Ashtanga practitioners are among the most dedicated of yogis, and beginners are often encouraged to sign up for a series of classes, which will help with motivation. Another advantage is that once you learn the poses, Ashtanga Yoga is ideal for home practitioners.

Power Yoga:
Power Yoga is extremely popular, because it provides a very vigorous cardiovascular workout.

Hot Yoga:
Vinyasa yoga done in a hot room ups the ante by guaranteeing you’ll sweat buckets.

Keep in mind that if you are just starting to do yoga or are quite out of shape, always choose a beginner-level class.

Yoga Workouts at Home
Keep yourself exercising by doing yoga at home on the days you can’t make a class. Follow along with a video or audio recording, if you are new to yoga. When you are ready to plan your own workouts, use these yoga sequencing ideas to help you come up with yoga sessions of varying lengths that suit your needs.

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Whitehall, PA (PRWEB) January 29, 2012

Protica Researchs protein shot, Profect?, was designed to help people follow a healthier diet, and in turn help to prevent health problems such as heart disease. There are many risk factors that can lead to heart disease including smoking, diet, weight, activity level, gender, and family history. Profect was designed to help consumers avoid and correct some of these risk factors.

A persons diet can affect their risk for heart disease. In order to decrease this risk, doctors recommend eating a healthy diet that includes a proper balance of protein, carbohydrates and fat. Protica believes that Profect can be used to help consumers obtain this healthy balance of nutrients. Many people consume a diet that is high in carbohydrates and fat, but lacking in protein. Profect contains 25 grams of protein, zero fat and zero carbohydrates in each three-ounce serving. The nutritional composition in Profect can be used to complement a diet high in carbohydrates and fat with extra protein.

A consumer’s weight can be another risk factor for heart disease, especially if they are overweight. Profect can help with weight loss efforts. The high protein content in Profect can help to speed a persons metabolism and in turn help the body burn calories more efficiently. Taking Profect before a meal can help a consumer to eat less and feel full longer.

A persons activity level can also be a risk factor if they are not active on a regular basis. Profect can be helpful to a consumer who is beginning an exercise regimen. Protein provides the body with natural energy. Taking a Profect before a workout can provide an energy boost to help consumers find motivation to make it through a tough training session.

Although Profect cannot help a person avoid inherent risk factors for heart disease like gender and family history, Protica is confident consumers will benefit from using Profect to eat a healthier diet, lose weight and exercise more frequently.

About Protica

Founded in 2001, Protica, Inc. is a research-based nutraceutical firm headquartered in Whitehall, Pennsylvania. In its privately owned 250,000 square foot facility, Protica manufactures capsulized foods, such as Profect? ready-to-drink liquid protein beverage, Isometric? ready-to-drink meal replacement shot, Fruitasia? ready-to-drink fruit and vegetable shot, Protein Gem? ready-to-eat healthy gelatin, Protein Twist? ready-to-eat protein candy, Pediagro? ready-to-drink children’s meal replacement, Proasis? all natural ready-to-drink liquid protein shot, and many other brands in ready-to-drink and ready-to-eat form. To learn more about Protica please visit http://www.protica.com

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The American Medical News, a weekly newspaper for physicians published by the American Medical Association, just published an excellent article on the importance of Exercise – Physical and Mental:

A few quotes from the article titled “Steps to a nimble mind: Physical and mental exercise help keep the brain fit”:

“Until recently, conventional wisdom held that our brains were intractable, hard-wired computers. What we were born with was all we got. Age wore down memory and the ability to understand, and few interventions could reverse this process. But increasingly, evidence suggests that physical and mental exercise can alter specific brain regions, making radical improvements in cognitive function.”

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“With nearly 72 million Americans turning 65 over the next two decades, physicians need the tools to handle growing patient concerns about how to best maintain brain health. Armed with this new brand of science, frontline physicians will be better equipped to address the needs of aging baby boomers, already in the throes of the brain fitness revolution.

One of the physicians quoted in the article is Gary J. Kennedy, MD, Director of the Division of Geriatric Psychiatry at Montefiore Medical Center in NYC and a professor in the Dept. of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Albert Einstein College of Medicine.

To put the AMA article in better perspective, we asked Dr. Kennedy a few follow-up questions. Below you have his questions.

Alvaro Fernandez (AF): Can you summarize how cognitive functions tend to evolve as we age?

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Gary Kennedy (GK): As we age cognitive functions that rely on processing speed or reaction time decline, slow down. Problem solving speed declines. This is in part the result of frayed neuronal insulation as the myelin sheath surrounding the axons wears thin with advanced age or illness. However it is possible to specialize and optimize some cognitive processes through experience, practice and planning. For example vocabulary can increase to age 90 provided there is ongoing stimulation and motivation to learn. And the growth and development of new brain cells can be augmented with the stimulating effects of physical exercise.

AF: Now, there are very significant cognitive differences among individuals of the same age, so age itself is not the main predictor. Can you explain what may be?

GK: Age also has the effect of amplifying differences between individuals. This is the result of variability in aging itself, freedom from or accumulation of illnesses and injury, and life style. The influence of genetics is largely exhausted by the 6 and 7th decades of life which means that habitual activities and social relationships have a larger and larger impact resulting in greater and greater variability between individuals.

AF: Can you please explain the relationship between cognitive and emotional health (what we typically call “brain fitness”)

GK: Cognitive health requires motivation to sustain it and motivation depends on emotion and social reinforcement. Emotional self-regulation is not simply self control. Rather it is the capacity to respond to an emotional stress without prolonged loss of equilibrium. And it is the capacity to modify emotional reactions to resonate with others in the environment. Thought and feeling when linked together can be a powerful stimulus for learning, both for better and for worse. A positive outlook with an active response style is more protective than a tendency toward negativism and withdrawal.

AF: What advice would you give to people who want to maintain their brain in top shape?

GK: Simply finding a partner for regular physical activity is one of the best prescriptions for improving brain function. Staying emotionally, intellectually and socially engaged is also good advice. And the more the better. The brain is a muscle – use it or lose it.

AF: And what advice would you give to doctors and health professionals on how to help their patients?

GK: Doctors and all health professionals need to know how to motivate their patients to make the changes in life style that will promote healthy aging. Small, meaningful changes are relatively easy to achieve if the professional simply asks. Two straightforward examples: “how often do you enjoy an alcoholic beverage?” and “how often do you get a half hour of physical activity, walking or exercising?” can help the older person to minimize alcohol and maximize exercise. Brief interventions work surprisingly well.

AF: Thank you very mmuch for your time and advice.

GK: You are welcome.

Orange, California (PRWEB) January 10, 2012

Why wait for a New Years Resolution to help yourself to feel better? asked Max Muscle President and co-founder Sean Greene from the companys Orange, California headquarters. Now, more than ever before in the history of our country, people have realized that when they control their health, they control everything in their lives. Weve taken our annual $ 25,000 MaxFormation Life Challenge contest to an entirely new level this year, giving America all the ammo they need personally to turn their lives aroundbeginning with their health.

The ammo Greene talks about is the support system that makes the $ 25,000 MaxFormation Life Challenge an event, more than 20,000 people took part in the last year alone. In the first week of 2012, more than 100 people a day across the country have signed up.

Every Max Muscle Sports Nutrition stores throughout the country is equipped with a Certified Fitness Nutrition Coach (CFNC) who works with you individually to help you reach your specific goals…loosing weight, gaining lean muscle mass, or helping to assist nutritional and health needs individually. All contestants in the contest are supported by thousands of people in Max Muscles online community, http://www.myMaxMuscle.com, who motivate, assist, encourage, and support your weight loss journey each day. And, as UFC Heavyweight Shane Carwin will attest, Max Muscle has the best products, and best tasting products, anywhere.

The $ 25,000 Grand Prize is a Rewarda big carrot that surpasses a simple atta boy. said Greene. More than 50% of our nation is considered overweight. Nearly everybody has the desire to be in better shape. This national contest articulates the experience of walking into any of our 150 stores across the country. Youre greeted by a CFNC who can design a personal nutrition plan specifically for you while supporting that plan with the most scientifically advanced nutritional and supplemental products available anywhere.

Since 1999, the all-encompassing contest has literally changed the lives of the people who enter. Theyre educated about what to eat, when to eat, things to avoid, things to add to your diet, how to exercise, and more.

Don Dona, a High School Teacher from Dallas, Texas won last years MaxFormation and surmised his six month journey where he lost more than 100 pounds quite simply, Max Muscle changed my life. Max Muscle literally saved my life.

The $ 25,000 MaxFormation Life Challenge contest gives each contestant their own personal website, free of charge, where goals are entered, photographs of befores and afters are uploaded, journals are kept, and support is offered in an online private community.

Its like Facebook for folks who want to be fit! said Lyle Evansiano, a 2011 contestant who lost 32 pounds, two pant sizes, and is according to him in better shape at 45 than when I was 25!

Contestants can interact with each other online, providing motivation and support while striving to meet their goals, add friends to their profile, and ask questions to each other and Max Muscle Certified Fitness Nutrition Experts who interact directly from the online community.

When we first conceived Max Muscle Sports Nutrition in 1999, we imagined a place where you could walk in off the street, be greeted by an expert who could guide you to your goals, not just sell you product. said former NFL Player and co-Founder Joe Wells. Our stores are managed by Certified Fitness Nutrition Experts who back your personalized goals and plan with our scientifically developed and extensively tested proteins, diet and weight loss support, total body supplementation and nutrition. When you walk into a Max Muscle, the experience is catered to your needs specifically. Theres nothing like it, and the nation loves it!

Max Muscle Sports Nutrition has risen to its current height of more than 150 stores nationwide by leading the industry in nutritional and supplemental advancement in fitness and weight loss education, innovation, product support, and consumer appreciation.

Were the Eat Right in Eat Right and Exercise. said Greene. You truly are what you eat, and since were all unique people with specific needs, you need a place where you can go where the people know you, your goals, and can support those goals with professional advice, supplements and nutritional products that assure your body is being fed precisely what it needs to get to where you want to go.

Thats why were rewarding somebody $ 25,000 this year. said Wells. Weve helped tens of thousands of people achieve their fitness and weight loss goals since we started without fads. The MaxFormation Life Challenge gives even more people the opportunity to achieve goals they never thought possible, do it in the comfort of other people going through the same process, constant motivation and education available 24/7, and now an additional carrot of $ 25,000 to help you keep your eye on success. I bet you didnt know there was a business like this available to people. Thats Max Muscle.

Both Wells and Greene routinely log onto MaxFormation themselves at http://www.myMaxMuscle.com and welcome new MaxFormation contestants to the online community offering support and encouragement via Comments on their personal pages.

We know that if youre educated, one on one, by a Certified Fitness Nutrition Expert whose focus is only on your needs and desires, and at the same time are supported by a vast knowledge base of articles, recipes, workout plans, and a community of individuals that are all working on their similar yet personal goals, youll succeed. said Greene. Over the years, the scores of testimonials from people that have not just lost weight, but achieved true life happiness by enjoying their new active and healthy lifestyles is our success. We intend to bring more people to this level of enjoyment through the MaxFormation Life Challenge and its record $ 25,000 Grand Prize this year.

Click Now to Enter and Win $ 25,000

For twenty years Max Muscle Sports Nutrition has been the leader in the sports nutrition industry, and is committed to improving the health of people from all walks of life. Team members Certified Fitness Nutrition Coaches – are extremely knowledgeable and take the time with each client to pinpoint their health and fitness goals in order to find the best program, products and supplements for them to achieve those goals. Whether the goal is to lose weight, gain weight or dedicating oneself to a healthier lifestyle- Max Muscle Sports Nutrition is one business that is growing by helping others reduce online at http://www.MaxMuscle.com. Franchise opportunities available at http://www.MaxMuscleFranchise.com The myMaxMuscle online community is at http://www.myMaxMuscle.com.

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hCGBlog.com: The Do’s and Dont’s of the hCG Diet

hCGBlog.com was founded to help provide answers and support for both those on the hCG diet and others who are simply interested in learning about weight loss with hCG.

(PRWEB) December 20, 2011

With so much confusion surrounding the hCG protocol, it is important that dieters fully understand the guidelines prior to embarking upon their weight loss journey. HCGBlog.com has formulated a list of hCG diet do’s and don’ts based on the most common diet blunders made by visitors to their site.

“Thank you very much for these tips. I believe each of these to be true. I have cycled the protocol about 6 times now and found that these are best practices. WATER is my best friend. I drink about 1.5 to 2 gallons a day.”

– Jo

hCG Diet Do’s

Maintain a food journal. Keeping track of the foods, drinks, supplements, vitamins and cosmetics used each day can help you determine any hCG dieting mistake you might be making.
Weigh yourself first thing each morning and keep a record of your weight loss. Monitoring your daily weight loss not only provides great motivation, but alerts you to any foods that accelerate or decelerate your results.
While exercising is discouraged while on the hCG weight loss diet, light stretching and walking is highly recommended.
Diet with a friend. Finding a weight loss partner can motivate you to stick with the diet and overcome any hurdles.
Add a non-oil based multivitamin to the hCG weight loss diet. A multivitamin can help to supply the body with the nutrition it needs to operate at maximum capacity.
Drink as much water as possible.
Cut excess fat off of meat and weigh meat before cooking.

hCG Diet Don’ts

Do not eat any foods that are not a part of Dr. Simeons’ original hCG protocol.
Do not consume alcohol or beverages other than water, tea (from a teabag) and black coffee.
Do not skip phase I (the loading phase). Phase I is important to ensure the hCG is properly absorbed into the body and is needed to provide the body with easily accessible fat.
Do not use oil or sugar when cooking or seasoning.
Do not cheat! Maintaining a food and weight loss journal, dieting with a friend and joining an hCG forum are great ways to prevent cheating and stay motivated.

Carefully abide by these guidelines to lose 1-2 pounds a day with hCG drops.

Editor’s Notes: hCGBlog.com was founded to help provide answers and support for both those on the hCG diet and others who are simply interested in learning about weight loss with hCG.

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Sitting May Increase Body Fat by 50% Regardless of Diet and Exercise

The TrekDesk Treadmill Desk

Scottsdale, AZ (PRWEB) December 15, 2011

While many Americans vow New Year’s resolutions designed to regain their health joining gyms and ordering dietary regimens such as Jenny Craig, most weight loss resolutions are doomed to failure. Recent research, reported this week on ABC News, is showing that the failures are not always due to a lack of motivation or will power. According to researchers one of the main reasons Americans fail to lose weight greets them at the office every morning: the office chair. TrekDesk treadmill desks hope to change that dynamic, offering an opportunity for employees to walk while they work and reap the benefits of their new found resolve.

“No matter how little you eat or how much you exercise, too much sitting by itself may broaden your bottom” reported Lindsay Davis, on behalf of ABC News this week. “The researchers found that when we sit down the amount of force we put on our body tissue causes the very cells that are the precursors to fat cells to produce even more fat. Up to 50% more fat.”

Numerous studies are showing that the body has a unique ability to adapt quickly to its environment triggering cell production best suited to the demands of its external stimuli. Sitting is interpreted quickly as a trigger to slow metabolism and store energy. The body reacts producing more fat cells and less muscle cells. It is simple body economics; supply based on demand. The good news is that these same triggers can operate in reverse. Move more and a new generation of cells will be concentrated less on developing fat stores.

“The road block for most good intentioned New Year’s resolvers is one of education,” stated Steve Bordley, CEO of TrekDesk Treadmill Desks. “You cannot undue the damage of sitting in an office for eight hours a day with just a daily visit to the gym and dietary adherence. The body just does not work that way. Movement throughout the day is critical to improving health, productivity and reaching personal fitness goals.”

Designed to fit any existing treadmill, TrekDesk treadmill desk is an affordable, full sized, height adjustable workstation that allows individuals the opportunity to gain the necessary amount of exercise daily to maintain health, prevent disease, strengthen muscles, boost mood and productivity, without requiring additional time during the day or extra motivation. Workout at work with TrekDesk. No sweat!

TrekDesk is currently available for sale online at TrekDesk.com for $ 479.00 including free shipping.

Join the TrekDesk “Movement Revolution” to learn more on TrekDesk’s Facebook page.

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