Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been tagged as “Yoga Benefits”
Practicing yoga began as a path to inner peace, but its mission morphed: Now American women expect it to also sculpt a sexy physique. Does yoga really burn fat? We found out. By Vicki Glembocki March 9, 2009 It was supposed to be the most killer yoga class of my life. That was why I traveled halfway around the planet, …
Here’s how routine stretching and breathing can enhance your life, from better sex to injury prevention. by Joshua Berman Yes, the obvious is true: most yoga classes are attended by a majority of fit, flexible females in tight clothes. But, contrary to what you might think, it’s not just a sport for sexy ladies. And we have tons of reasons …
Via Katrina Love Senn on Jul 5, 2012 As a yoga teacher, I frequently get asked if yoga can help someone to lose weight. What many of my yoga students don’t realize is that this is a topic that’s particularly close to my heart—especially as I used to be about 60 pounds overweight. When I share this with them, …
By Nicole Beland March 31, 2009 Learn how you can lose weight fast with yoga A month ago I was exercising rarely and had packed 5 extra pounds on my thighs and backside to prove it. My favorite blue jeans were banished to the back of a drawer, and I was fidgeting in bed every night. I was exhausted …
By Colette Bouchez, Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD on July 21, 2006 It can help you find your bliss, and some say yoga may also help you shed those extra pounds. Jennifer Aniston does it. Reports are that Liv Tyler, Halle Berry, Madonna, David Duchovny and supermodel Christy Turlington do it, too. Many professional athletes are said to be doing …
By Lauren Cox, Live Science Contributor | November 8, 2011 11:40am ET Each week, MyHealthNewsDaily asks the experts to answer questions about your health. This week, we asked exercise researchers and nutrition specialists: Does yoga help with weight loss? Beth A. Lewis, Associate Professor at the University of Minnesota School of Kinesiology in Minneapolis “Regular yoga practice can influence weight …
By Timothy McCall, M.D. | Aug 28, 2007 If you’re a passionate yoga practitioner, you’ve probably noticed some yoga benefits—maybe you’re sleeping better or getting fewer colds or just feeling more relaxed and at ease. But if you’ve ever tried telling a newbie about the benefits of yoga, you might find that explanations like “It increases the flow of prana” …
The Benefits of Yoga By Ashley Dodson The benefits of yoga provide both instant gratification and lasting transformation. In the fitness world, both are extremely important. Too much time with too few results can be incredibly discouraging, and monotonous routines week after week can lead to stagnation. Yoga can change your physical and mental capacity quickly, while preparing the mind …
