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5 Common Fears for Yoga Virgins and the Not-So-Scary Truth

According to a worldwide survey released in January, yoga is now among the top ten fitness trends in the world. Social media news feeds are exploding with images of perfectly styled yogis bending themselves into jaw-dropping poses. And while these experienced practitioners may be inspiring to look at, all this fancy yoga hubbub can scare […]

5 Ways Instructors Can Help Newbies Get Into Yoga

  Yoga has continued to increase in popularity over the last few years in the fitness community, and it shows no signs of dying down as a fitness trend anytime soon. If you’re a yoga instructor or working to become one, there’s a good chance you’ll teach some type of beginner yoga class at some point in […]

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Eat More or Eat Less? 5 Interesting Facts about Calories

Most of us are familiar with the old adage that weight loss is as simple as calories in verses calories out. In other words, when we consume more calories than we burn, we gain weight. On the other hand, weight loss can be achieved by creating a calorie deficit. While this covers the basics, there […]

Yoga During Pregnancy: An Expert’s Guide

These days it is common practice  for thousands of women to find comfort and relief from common pregnancy troubles through yoga. That being said, not all yoga is appropriate for your growing baby. Luckily, over the years yogis have developed a separate branch of yoga for to-be mothers. Called prenatal yoga, this form of yoga […]

10 Outdoor Fitness Ideas You Can Enjoy This Weekend

Between late-night BBQ’s, afternoon summer cocktails and lounging on the beach, it’s easy to lose sight of the importance of year-round fitness – but the fix is really simple. With all of the great workouts you can enjoy this weekend, there is still time to find the perfect balance between staying healthy and treating yourself. Check […]

14 Heart-Healthy Foods (Plus 4 Quick and Easy Plant-Based Recipes)

Your heart works tirelessly, every moment of every day. It’s responsible for providing oxygen and blood flow to your brain and other vital organs. Because you rely on your heart for nearly every bodily function and process, it’s crucial to keep your heart healthy and happy. When it comes to reducing the risk of stroke […]