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Outdoor Yoga: Go On A Field Trip
By: Jamie Schaab | August 9, 2010
It might be difficult to fathom, but at one time yoga was done sans mat. It was even done in varying temperatures. I know – your mind is blown, right? Yoga has definitely evolved over time, and new forms such as Bikram’s, Anusara and Yin are reshaping the way we practice. And while purists might... Read More » -
Finding Your Edge in Yoga
By: Jamie Schaab | July 26, 2010
Disappointment is just unrealized expectations. We only experience disappointment with an outcome if our expectation is greater than the reality which manifests. Thus, satisfaction is not realized by accomplishing a goal because of the goal itself; but, rather, satisfaction is relative to an outcome... Read More » -
Laughter Meets the Practice of Yoga
By: Jamie Schaab | June 21, 2010
If happiness is what you seek, put the proverbial cart before the horse during laughter yoga sessions and form will follow function. World-renowned author Dr. Deepak Chopra recently presented his latest findings at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in Vancouver concerning overall well-being. With ample... Read More » -
The Great Canadian Yoga Stretch: Raising Funds for Canadians with Vision Loss
By: Suzanne Zilkowsky | May 9, 2010
Imagine living without vision, not being able to see your loved ones, or the vibrant colors that surround us on a daily basis. Today, there are 836,000 people in Canada living with significant vision loss. Over the next two decades that number is expected to double. The Canadian Institute for the Bl... Read More » -
Earth Day Yoga
By: Danielle Mika Nagel | April 26, 2010
“Do you need that plastic lid for your coffee cup?” With support from YYoga and Lululemon Athletica and for the purpose of celebrating Earth Day, dedicated Vancouver yogis practiced yoga on a cold early morning in front of the Vancouver Art Gallery. It was beautiful to see all these yogis ready ... Read More » -
Yoga: Practice How You Feel
By: Jamie Schaab | April 12, 2010
Compare your most prevalent underlying state of being with the yoga routines you find most comfortable, and chances are there will be some parallels. Passive personalities tend to feel at home with gentle flows, while those who tackle life's issues head on gravitate towards power yoga. And the simil... Read More » -
The Cooler Side of Yoga: Yin Yoga
By: Jamie Schaab | March 29, 2010
“Yin” yoga classes are popping up all over the place, but the style is often misunderstood by those who have yet to experience a session. The misunderstanding is, well, understandable since while passing by a class one witnesses serene looking people-pods doing seemingly nothing but tugging the ... Read More » -
Take a Deep Breath: Expand Your Health & Vitality
By: Dr. Avtar Jassal | January 3, 2010
Breathing is one of the most important functions of the body, and it is the only automatic bodily function necessary for survival over which you have complete control. Your body will breathe without you knowing (in case you forget!), but you can also speed up, slow down or stop breathing at will. It... Read More » -
Lose Weight by Practicing Yoga?
By: Suzanne Zilkowsky | December 13, 2009
While some forms of exercise have an excellent reputation for producing positive results, when it comes to weight loss the most obvious physical benefits of yoga include loosening of muscles that have been tightened by inactivity, tension, and stress. Although some forms of yoga may not raise your h... Read More » -
5 Ways Yoga Can Relieve Chronic Back Pain
By: Suzanne Zilkowsky | September 14, 2009
Chronic low back pain is one of the most common causes of pain in the United States and Canada. This condition otherwise referred to as (LBP) can be the result of injuries, arthritis, pregnancy, herniated discs, stress that causes tension and poor posture. While the number of people suffering fr... Read More »
