Successful Pilates and Yoga Programs


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Yogilates(R)


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Yogilates is the future of fitness. It is the unifying essence of yoga and the powerful, therapeutic value of Pilates fused together into one system. Yogilates gives a more balanced and complete workout than when either discipline is done separately. With regular practice readers will progress safely and quickly to a stronger, more flexible body and a more relaxed state of being. Drawing from his background in sports and dance, Jonathan Urla, a certified Yoga and Pilates instructor, has created original exercises that stimulate and enrich the mind, body, and spirit and is appropriate for people of all ages. Representing a new paradigm in holisitic fitness, Yogilates is perfect for anyone looking to improve their health and well-being.




Yoga & Pilates


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Yoga is an ancient practice developed over thousands of years through spiritual teachings. Pilates is much newer, having been invented in the early 1900s. Both practices are popular with those who want to incorporate strength, flexibility, and mindfulness into their daily lives. This title examines the history of both exercise forms and offers how-to guides on poses, stretches, and exercises that can help people feel their best. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.




Yoga and Pilates Poses - Yoga Guide for Beginners


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Feeling tired all the time? Wonder what could make you feel healthier both physically and mentally? It's time to rejuvenate your body, mind, and spirit with yoga! Discover what yoga can bring to your life and wellbeing. This yoga guide for beginners will provide you with all you need to know to get into yoga. Yoga is way more than you think! Yoga will not only allow you to have a healthy body ready for the task at hand but will also greatly strengthen your mind. Broadly speaking, yoga refers to a collection of practices for body, mind, and soul which originated in ancient India. Yoga is a means of discovering the dysfunctions in our perception and cognition. Through yoga, we overcome these to liberate ourselves from suffering, bringing forth inner peace and wellbeing. Yoga is an age-old practice, and its usefulness could never be denied. Yoga offers several benefits to perseverant yogis. Constant physical exercise, coupled with strong meditation and focus, leads to better health and well-being. This extends to the mind and the body. Best of all, yoga can be practice anywhere with very little equipment! Practicing yoga will grant your body the following physical benefits: Increased flexibility and agility Stronger and better-toned muscles More energy and vitality Improved respiration and metabolism Reduced weight (closer to your ideal weight) Better cardiovascular and circulatory health Higher athletic performance As well as the following mental benefits: Increased focus Reduced stress levels Diminished anxiety and fidgetiness More motivation and willpower More happiness Heightened empathy Increased emotional resilience Inside you will find yoga poses from beginner to a more advanced level. The. You can mix and match different yoga poses to design your own sequences. The poses have been ordered from easiest to the hardest. The poses have also been divided into different categories according to their focus. These include: Yoga poses for warming-up, Yoga poses for the neck, Yoga poses for the arms, wrists & shoulders, Yoga poses for the chest, Yoga poses for the hips, Yoga poses for the back, Yoga poses for the legs, and Yoga poses for the whole body. Each pose includes The focus of the pose, The physical indications and contraindications, The time to hold the pose, The Sanskrit name, and The level aimed (beginner, intermediate, or advanced). Following the poses, you will find sequences you can use for different situations and that is ideal for the beginner yogi. Ready to start your yoga practice? Scroll back up and click the BUY NOW button at the top right side of this page to order your copy now! "We all deal with stress and anxiety in our daily lives. Whether it comes from business or personal relationships, learning how to effectively cope with anxiety and manage stress levels is an important role in living a happy and successful life. Yoga is also a powerful tool at helping to channel negative energy from your body so that you can reset your mind and spirit so that you're focused on remaining calm and relaxed. In addition, these poses will help you to experience an increase in energy and focus while decreasing tension. Whether you're looking to transform your mood, improve flexibility, strength, and posture, or you're simply interested in increasing energy and slimming down, yoga offers all of these advantages and many more. The best thing about yoga is that it doesn't take a lot of time out of your day. In fact, if you can spare just 15 minutes, you can reap the benefits and rewards that come with integrating this mind & body practice into your daily routine. So are you ready to learn the top yoga poses that will help you improve your health, lose weight, and live a better, more positive life? There's no better or easier way to set yourself on a path towards ongoing happiness, mental clarity, and health than by incorporating yoga into your everyday life.




Pilates for Breast Cancer Survivors


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No matter where you are in treatment, what side effects you may be experiencing, or your general fitness level, Pilates is a safe and effective way to help you regain flexibility, power, and endurance while relieving treatment side effects such as lymphedema, fatigue, depression, peripheral neuropathy, osteoporosis, and upper extremity impairment. Naomi Aaronson and Ann Marie Turo, occupational therapists and certified Pilates instructors, show you how to use exercises to: Strengthen arms and shoulders and regain your range of motion. Reduce pain and swelling and stretch tight areas affected by scars. Build core strength and back stability, especially important after TRAM or DIEP flap breast reconstruction surgery. Improve balance and coordination. Make it easier to perform basic daily living tasks. Release stress and boost energy. Including programs that can be done lying down, seated, or standing, Pilates for Breast Cancer Survivors will help you achieve maximum wellness, now and throughout your journey living life after cancer.




Find Balance with Yoga and Pilates


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Starting a fitness regimen can be difficult, but, oftentimes, it can be even more challenging to maintain. This guidebook teaches students how to turn their healthy habits into a healthy lifestyle. Readers learn the importance of establishing a mind-body connection and receive meditation and yoga exercises as ways of helping create that relationship. In listening to their bodies, students also explore safety's role in exercise.




Complete Guide to Yoga, Pilates, Meditation & Stress Relief


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Exercise and relaxation techniques are the natural way to combat life's stresses, enhance your sense of well-being, and allow you to enjoy to the full. This book is the ideal introduction to four of the most popular therapies used today: Yoga, Pilaties, Meditation and Stress relief. Together, they provide a comprehensive, practical guide to maintaining health, regaining vitality and achieving peace of mind.




Weightlessness


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As a child, author Ray Rizzo suffered a head injury that left him with severe headaches and occasional visionary states. At seventeen, he began to study yoga and to practice fasting, meditation, and shamanism, which alleviated his chronic symptoms. In his own recovery, he discovered an ability to assist others in their healing processes-a quest that would culminate in a traditional shamanic apprenticeship deep in the Amazon jungle. There, after nearly a month of isolation and using more than ten years of experience in the healing arts, he developed his unique synthesis. The style is no style. The goal is to practice what is most efficient and effective. Weightlessness includes guidance on a number of techniques and topics, including the Sun Salute; the Swimming Dragon; hatha yoga; essential Pilates; secret chi kung forms; therapeutic exercises; optimal nutrition; breathing; metaphysics. Whether you are an athlete, yoga practitioner, dancer, or martial artist-or even if you are new to movement-this guide can help you, in as little as fifteen minutes a day, to transform your body-mind, deepen your practice, increase energy, overcome injuries, and discover the feeling of Weightlessness.




Power Yoga for Athletes


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Perfect for those who want a total body and mind workout.




Yoga Journal


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For more than 30 years, Yoga Journal has been helping readers achieve the balance and well-being they seek in their everyday lives. With every issue,Yoga Journal strives to inform and empower readers to make lifestyle choices that are healthy for their bodies and minds. We are dedicated to providing in-depth, thoughtful editorial on topics such as yoga, food, nutrition, fitness, wellness, travel, and fashion and beauty.