Inhaling the Joy of Life
Conscious Breathwork by Marlaina Donato Our first breath is instinctual and belly-deep, but as we grow into life, everyday stress and trauma can bring us into the shallows. Mindful breathing can help guide our breath …
Category: Fit Body
Click and Sweat
Virtual Workouts Change the Game by Julie Peterson Welcome to the digital age, where budding gym rats, former couch potatoes and schedule-challenged fitness freaks are finding new ways to get in shape. These days, virtually …
Sustainable Skiing
Eco-Practices Grow on Winter Slopes From mountain peaks to base lodges, many alpine ski resorts are working to reduce the environmental impact of their operations. Skiers will discover that sustainability is the watchword at a …
Seniors Improve Health and Daily Living Through Dance
Dancing is now known to be a way seniors can keep themselves well-tuned on multiple levels. This simple, universal activity is easily accessed and has a social element in that people of all ages and cultures enjoy dancing.
Animal Asanas
Goats on the Yoga Mat by Yvette Hammett When 50 to 60 strangers gather in a barn for their first goat yoga experience, it’s a bit awkward and there’s not much interaction— until the goats …
The Power of Yoga
Tapping Into the Life Force by Marlaina Donato Longevity is something most of us strive for, and increasingly, research shows that implementing a consistent yoga practice can be a fruitful investment toward that goal. Yoga …
Take a Cerebral Spin
Cycling for a Healthier Brain by Marlaina Donato Hopping on a bicycle on a beautiful day or taking a spin class at the gym offers proven cardiovascular benefits like lowering cholesterol and blood pressure. Now, …
Forest Bathing
Mother Nature’s Rx for Body and Mind by Marlaina Donato In 1982, the Japanese government coined the term Shinrin-yoku (“taking in the forest atmosphere” or “forest bathing”) to inspire people to visit and appreciate national …
Just Add Water
Aquatic Workouts for Him by Marlaina Donato When it comes to chiseling muscles, recovering from injury or reducing stress, men are finding that hitting the pool might even surpass hitting the gym. “Water aerobics is …
When Emotions Are Physical
Bodywork for Trauma and Grief by Marlaina Donato Massage is often associated with spa-like pampering, yet it is also an effective therapy for reducing physical and emotional pain. Bodywork can lower blood pressure and reduce …