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I have been teaching yoga for 17 years, and one of the most frequent complaints I hear from students and yogaphobes alike is that they don’t have enough time for practice, so they avoid it altogether. Avoiding a regular practice of stretching will never get you the healing benefits that come with the work. Even if you only do one pose a day, you will make a huge difference in your body, brain and well-being. So I am here to entice you to try ONE pose — just this one. You don’t need to memorize a sequence. http://blog.gaiam.com/blog/short-on-time-try-this-all-in-one-yoga-pose/

Short on Time? Try This All-in-One Yoga Pose!

4 Yoga moves for a slimmer middle on Shine

http://shine.yahoo.com/bikini/4-yoga-moves-for-a-slimmer-middle-2046312.html Belly fat gets a bad rap, but there are all sorts of problem spots that can take up residence on your torso. From bra bulge to just-above-your-bikini-line pooch and everything in between, these 4 poses target your tummy while firming up your chest, shoulder and back muscles, too. And with no equipment required, they're easy enough to do at home-or, hey, even at the beach or by the pool!

10 Yoga Poses to Fight Depression and Anxiety

The mind, body and spirit are all connected and when a person suffers from mild depression or anxiety, the body is out of balance. Yoga is a series of stretches that helps bring balance to the body; not just focusing on the body’s health, but also on the mind and spirit. Always consult a physician or counsellor if you are having ongoing feelings of depression or anxiety and before trying any new exercise program. 1. Begin with the Lotus position , sitting crossed legged with hands resting on the knees, palms up. The most important thing is to remember to breathe. http://halogentv.com/articles/10-yoga-poses-to-fight-depression-and-anxiety/
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Pranayama - YogaSite.com

Introduction to Pranayama and Yogic Breathing Breathing is so simple and so obvious we often take it for granted, ignoring the power it has to affect body, mind and spirit. With each inhale we bring oxygen into the body and spark the transformation of nutrients into fuel. Each exhale purges the body of carbon dioxide, a toxic waste. Breathing also affects our state of mind. It can make us excited or calm, tense or relaxed.