15Jan 2014 by Barbara No Comments

HOW TO CHOSE THE RIGHT YOGA MAT

Fitness, Pilates, Yoga
There are hundreds of yoga and Pilates mats out there and, when starting out with either yoga or Pilates, it's hard to know what to look for. You want to make sure your mat fulfils the following criteria: 1. Has the right level of cushioning (standard yoga 4mm, yoga plus 6mm, Pilates between 8-10mm) 2. Is non-slip 3. Is the right length for you Many people turn up in a yoga or Pilates class with a karimat, or in a better case scenario, a regular gym mat. I cringe when I see this and rush to take it away from them before they even roll them out! They might look similar, but these types of mats are COMPLETELY UNSUITABLE for the work you're about to do. They are a recipe…
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25Oct 2013 by Barbara No Comments

WILL DOING JUST YOGA MAKE ME FIT

Brave Bodies, Fitness, Yoga
Yoga – that is the physical, exercise-related aspect of yoga – is often hailed as the panacea for lack of fitness. Do nothing else but practice yoga, every day, and you will be in in the best shape of your life. Right? Well, I probably shouldn't tell you this, but not quite. Don't get me wrong. If you were to do nothing else but yoga, you would still benefit greatly. Yoga is fantastic for a million reasons. But, like any other activity, it should form only a part of your wellness and fitness regime, not the only part. Remember; we are animals that have evolved to survive in our environment. Our modern comforts are just a blip on the unfathomably long line of evolution. Although most of us are hopelessly…
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