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Exercise vs. Allergies: All the Right Moves

Feb 28, 2019 11:48AM ● By Marlaina Donato

The last thing we may feel like doing in hay fever season is exercising, but yoga, Pilates, walking, weight training and other approaches can actually bring relief.

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Warming Up For Winter Sports: Sure-Fire Ways to Get Fit

Jan 31, 2019 01:06PM ● By Marlaina Donato

Before plunging into winter sports, we can prepare the body ahead of time by toning up major muscle groups.

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Moving Through Life: Daily Motion Adds Up to Fitness

Dec 27, 2018 01:41PM ● By Marlaina Donato

Simply making small changes in routine tasks—from house cleaning to grocery shopping—can add up to better health than the daily hour at the gym we tend to avoid.

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Pound-Shedding Workouts: Best Exercises from Yoga to Cardio

Nov 30, 2018 12:10PM ● By Marlaina Donato

The consistent exercise so vital to weight loss becomes easier when we choose a stress-reducing routine, set realistic goals and practice patience.

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Ease Repetitive Strain Injuries: Targeted Exercises Lower Risk of Injury

Oct 31, 2018 12:27PM ● By Marlaina Donato

Any movement we do repeatedly, such as typing at a screen or keyboard, can cause muscle strain and injury, but the right kind of exercises can lower our risk and repair damage.

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Rebooting Libido: Exercise Rekindles Desire

Sep 28, 2018 11:57AM ● By Maya Whitman

Among its many other benefits exercise increases testosterone, endorphins and adrenal hormones, all of which are essential to a satisfying sex life.

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Natural Awakenings Yoga Glossary

Aug 31, 2018 12:14PM

From Ashtanga to Kundalini, we break down the differences between the various schools or styles of yoga.

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Why Our Body Loves Yoga: Gentle Poses Foster Flexibility

Aug 31, 2018 11:51AM ● By Marlaina Donato

You don't have to be super-flexible or practice intense poses to enjoy the many health and wellness benefits of yoga, available to any age group or physical type.

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Top Yoga Trends: Fusion Styles Offer Fresh Choices

Aug 31, 2018 11:51AM ● By Marlaina Donato

From curvy yoga to paddleboard yoga, there’s an evolving style for everyone no matter what their age or level of fitness.

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Dive Into Swimming: 10 Tips to Optimize Workouts

Jul 31, 2018 12:29PM ● By Jim Thornton

Swimming offers a low-impact and highly satisfying exercise routine. Strategies from world-class experts can make pool time even more productive and enjoyable.

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