...quires a lower impact approach to exercise. But to say they are related in any great way is incorrect. Yoga is Yoga. Pilates is Pilates.

There are many reasons why both have experienced an upswing of popularity over the last ten years. Baby Boomers are aging and are looking for something other than high impact aerobics to keep them healthy. Gone are the days of Jane Fonda and feeling the burn. And you can't ignore the fact that as soon as Hollywood gets its hands on something, it becomes an instant trend.

One thing for sure, Pilates and Yoga are here to stay and are not a fad. They've both been around long enough to stand the test of time.

* Yoga dates back centuries. Pilates to the late 1800's

* Yoga strives to unite mind, body and spirit. The postures are physical in nature, but Yoga is about a peaceful lifestyle and focused mind...more

The Yoga diet - Explaining Rajasic and Sattvic

...ncluding in your diet, are sattvic foods. These are the purest foods that promote health and provide an even energy. Honey, fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds, lentils, yogurt and other dairy, make up much of these foods.

Rice and grains are also in this category, providing fiber and assisting digestion. Little, to no preparation, is done to the foods before consumption. In this way, nutrition goes undisturbed with foods which are served raw or lightly cooked. These foods provide the highest degree of benef...more

Yoga in Practice: From Worrier to Warrior I

...pt, which is also called mindfulness, is taught by Yoga teachers, but it is a universal principle. Mindfulness might also be taught by a Buddhist monk, but what exactly is mindfulness?

Mindfulness is awareness, awakening, and appreciation of the present moment. Why wait until you have more money to enjoy your life? Why look at the next big problem as the end of all problems?

Life is a journey and you might as well enjoy the ride. When you are in a Yoga class, focus on the lesson at hand. Do your personal best, and use your breath as a tool for the connection between mind and body.

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Yoga Teacher Training online correspondence Courses - The Inside Story

...canning equipment.

Sending a video taped practicum is a viable option, if travel for an on site Yoga certification practical exam is a hardship. The cost of travel, time out of work, family obligations, and commitments to a higher college education, can make it impossible to complete an on site practicum.

Interns of Yoga correspondence courses must be self-starters. It is best to have smaller specific goals in mind for successful c...more

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