Newsletter May, 2011
Weekend class cancelled
There will be no classes on Saturday, May 7 and Sunday, May 8 as I will be away for the Spring Yoga Retreat (see below for more information)
In this issue:
Strengthen your back with Camel Pose
Camel Pose (Ushtrasana - उष्ट्रासन) is one of the commonly practiced backward-bending poses. It is an intermediate level back bending pose and stretches both the front and back sides of the body. The Sanskrit word 'ushtra' means a camel.
Since the pose provides an intense back stretch, it is advisable to practice it after some of the preparatory poses like cobra, locust, shoulder stand etc.
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Spring Yoga retreat with Subhash
When: Thursday, May 5 (evening) - Sunday, May 8, 2011(noon time)
Where: Lakulish Yoga and Health Retreat, 8136 NC Highway 119 South, Mebane, NC 27302
Picture gallery: Visit here for a picture gallery of the retreat facilities
Meals: Three nutritious and healthy vegetarian meals a day
Contact: Subhash Mittal; Phone: 919-926-9717
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New Level1 Classes Added
(Starting May 16, 2011)
- When: Every Monday and Wednesday at 10:00 - 11:30 AM
- Where: JL Taekwondo Academy, 4031 Davis Drive, Morrisville, NC 27560
- Fee: $96 for 8 lessons (Walk-in fee $15)
Yoga in the news
In Pain? Try Meditation
You don't have to be a Buddhist monk to experience the health benefits of meditation. According to a new study, even a brief crash course in meditative techniques can sharply reduce a person's sensitivity to pain.
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Periodic Fasting May Cut Risk of Heart Disease, Diabetes
Occasional water-only fasts may lower your risk of heart diseaseand diabetes, according to new research presented at the annual scientific sessions of the American College of Cardiology in New Orleans.
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Just Breathe: Body Has A Built-In Stress Reliever
There are plenty of ways to relieve stress — exercise, a long soak in a hot bath, or even a massage. But believe it or not, something you're doing right now, probably without even thinking about it, is a proven stress reliever: breathing.
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Have a question/suggestion?
If you have a yoga-related question, please write to me and I would do my best to provide an answer in a timely manner. I would love to hear your suggestions for future newsletter articles.
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