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Starred Review. Western-trained internist and Yoga Journal medical editor McCall has practiced Iyengar yoga for a decade. In 2002, he traveled to India, where most scientific research on yoga’s medical benefits has been conducted. The results of that visit and McCall’s subsequent study of yoga therapy and ayurveda (India’s ancient medical system) are presented here, translated into Western medical terms. For example, McCall demystifies such concepts as samskaras (unconscious patterns that negatively affect behavior and health); scientists, McCall says, explain these patterns as repeated firings of neurons that change the brain’s wiring. Although McCall’s focus is on yoga therapy, he includes material that will be helpful to most students. For readers challenged by illness, he provides an overview of popular yoga styles and their suitability for various degrees of fitness; steps to finding a yoga therapist; and what to expect from a session. Twent (more…)

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ToeSox are an innovative alternative to traditional athletic socks, which form to the contours of your foot while allowing each of your toes to separate. This separation gives your toes the toe wiggling freedom they deserve, as they separate naturally to increase flexibility and strengthen the muscles in the foot. Designed with a patent pending non-slip sole, form-fitting ToeSox for Yoga and Pilates provide a fantastic grip on any surface for maximum control and balance. This second skin provides a complete hygienic barrier between you and the mat or apparatus. Foot alignment is essential in all disciplines, and ToeSox feature a horizontal stripe at the metatarsal head–a visual cue to proper foot alignment during reformer, cadillac, and mat workouts. Toe separation also both strengthens and stretches the muscles in your feet resulting in greater blood circulation and reducing the chances of injury. You can enhance your equilibrium in standing poses by sp (more…)

Anti-Aging Method With Carol Argo As we age our bodies change, therefore we need an inspiring workout that adapts gracefully to these changes so that we can continue to feel and look our best. This total body workout is a unique fusion of Yoga, Tai Chi, Dance and Pilates. Loosen up and experience the joy of movement as you strengthen, stretch and mobilize your entire body while also improving posture and balance. Become more relaxed and comfortable with yourself. Suitable for all fitness levels and all you need is a yoga-type mat. For the bonus section, you will need a chair. The DVD offers three different workout options, designed to meet any schedule and your mood: you can choose the Total Workout or just the sections you want to do that day.

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This Pilates workout’s subtitle, “Pick Your Spot,” sums up its flexibility; the three 10-minute segments each tone the abdomen, rear, and thighs using Pilates-based exercises. Crammed into each segment are up to 10 exercises. “Belly” features the 100, criss-cross, twist, and mermaid; “Butt” includes swimming, double leg kicks, and leg circles; and “Thighs” offers the frog, front kicks, and leg lifts. While each segment is too brief to challenge veteran exercisers, viewers are free to hit the pause button and add reps. Plus, a 10-minute bonus total-body Pilates workout proves more demanding than the individual segments. L.A. Crunch instructor Ellen Barrett does an excellent job of initiating newbies to the regulated breathing and core muscle control needed for the exactness of this exercise system. However, visual clarity is somewhat hampered by a crowded set of eight exercisers when Barrett and one other person demonstrating the modifications would have been (more…)

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Stills from Shiva Rea: Daily Energy – Vinyasa Flow Yoga (Click for larger image)

“Inspiring to all” –Yoga Journal Restore energy, strength, and balance every day with world-renowned yoga teacher Shiva Rea. Offering seven 20-minute practices, this program will help you fit yoga into your busy life every day without having to repeat a workout. Practicing yoga daily, even for a short time, can be more beneficial than a long, intense practice once in a while. By tuning your workout to your needs each day, you’ll acquire balance, composure, and tranquility in your life. On a stressful day, try one of the lunar programs for relaxation; when you need to be at your best, opt for an energizing solar practice, or put the two together to build stamina and sculpt long, lean muscles. With the customizable Yoga Matrix, you can choose from more than two hours of yoga to create endless possibilities for longer practices. Open your heart (more…)

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“Back Rx has been medically proven to have significant positive effect on low back pain caused by disc pathology.” — Don Aspergen, Sports Medicine Division, the PGA Tour and Senior PGA Tour”After three months, the results have been striking: 80%… reported that their pain was reduced by at least half” — The Wall Street Journal”[Dr. Vad’s] holistic approach can work for anyone willing to put in just a little time and positive thought.” — Ellen Barkin

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“After three months, the results have been striking: 80%… reported that their pain was reduced by at least half” (The Wall Street Journal) “[Dr. Vad’s] holistic approach can work for anyone willing to put in just a little time and positive thought.” (Ellen Barkin) “[His] innovative research on the professional tennis and golf tours and the practicality of Back Rx make it suitable for professional athletes and weekend warriors, as well as couch potatoes.” (Bill Norris, athleti (more…)

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“Remember what Joseph Pilates said,” instructor Ana Caban says. “‘You will feel better in 10 sessions, look better in 20 sessions, and have a completely new body in 30 sessions.’” Pilates has become very popular and for good reason. By working the core muscles (the abdominal and back muscles in the center of your body) you improve strength and posture and develop a lean, long line. Certified Pilates instructor Ana Caban is a splendid teacher. First she demonstrates alignment and technique for 10 minutes, explaining the cue words you will hear and how to do the basics, emphasizing how to use the core muscles to strengthen the abdominals and back throughout the workout. Then she introduces a challenging 20-minute series of Pilates moves, instructing clearly, demonstrating beautifully, and continuing to advise you about technique, breathing, and form. Even though this is a beginning Pilates workout, Pilates is never easy, so these moves will feel extremely d (more…)

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“Hatha Yoga Illustrated is a complete and practical introduction to the physical practice of yoga that serves as a fantastic starting point on the road to both physical and emotional wellness.”Baron BaptistePioneering instructor of Power Vinyasa YogaAuthor of Journey Into Power “Hatha Yoga Illustrated makes the theory and practice of hatha and Anusara yoga accessible so that everyone can experience the healing, creative and empowering journey of self-practice. The section on various vinyasa sequences is a hard-to-find gem.”Shiva ReaYoga instructor and writer for Yoga Journal

Experience the physical benefits and body awareness from hatha yoga—the most popular form of yoga today. Hatha Yoga Illustrated presents nearly 650 full-color photos to visually demonstrate 77 standard poses from hatha yoga that apply to all major hatha styles including Iyengar, Astanga, Anusara, and Bikram. Individual poses are presented from start to fin (more…)

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