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Thursday, 26 February 2009As winter winds down, it's time to get the tootsies out of hibernation and ready for the new spring and summer sandal styles. Neglecting regular foot care routines during the colder months by keeping feet bundled up in boots and closed-toe shoes can lead to agony of the feet. Take time to pamper the little piggies with patented foot therapy, Yoga Sandals® footwear by Beech, and give feet the ulti mate pedi-cure.
Imagine multi-purpose sandals that provide comfort and exercise to the 26 bones, 33 joints and hundreds of muscles, tendons and nerves that make up the foot. What if this unique footwear helped repair the damage done to our entire bodies resulting from our fetish for fashionable feet? Healthy feet mean a happy body and healthy footwear doesn't have to lack style to be beneficial.
Yoga Sandals®, christened A Better Flip-Flop by Prevention Magazine, feature four toe separators that help provide a natural alignment of the foot bones giving feet the freedom to exercise with every step. Firm heel support reduces strain on lower leg muscles as the toe separators allow foot bones to spread and distribute the body's weight more evenly when walking, aiding common foot problems such as bunions and hammertoes while promoting proper posture.
Yoga Sandals® will soothe fatigued feet in style with fashionable, new designer lines available this season. In addition to the popular Yoga Sandals® Originals collection, Beech offers new styles such as the Fusions slide sandal with a slimmer sole, the Evolution sandal with rhinestone accents and Comfys, an indoor slipper sandal.
Yoga Sandals® work to stretch, flex, align and rejuvenate neglected feet by bringing alive dormant muscles and tendons and stiff bones. Based on the yogic principle of spreading the toes for grounding and balance Yoga Sandals® help train the feet to work in harmony with the rest of the body. As mobility returns, balance, body alignment and posture improve.
With sandal season just around the corner, focus on the feet by getting them ready to display the season's latest in footwear fashions. Go ahead and buy those stylish stilettos, but be sure to own a pair of Yoga Sandals® to counteract the damage those heels will cast upon the feet. With a 3-inch heel, the pressure on the forefoot is seven times greater than with a flatter shoe.
Yoga Sandals® are not just good for the feet, they are perfect for pedicures as well. Wear them straight from the salon without needing to wait for nails to dry or make them a part of a DIY routine at home. A healthy and economical fashion accessory, Yoga Sandals® are value priced from $25-43.00, adding a splash of color to any outfit.
Encounter big returns from investing a little extra attention to two of the foremost supporters in your life, the feet. There are sole mates for every body available at www.yogasandals.com
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Wednesday, 25 February 2009Yoga instructor and social scientist Tom Pilarzyk argues in his recently-released book Yoga Beyond Fitness (Quest Books, Chicago) that yoga today is an unusual blend of ancient spiritual path from India and American commercialism, begging the question, "Is yoga merely fitness masquerading as spirituality?" Its evolution reflects the very nature of American culture and its incestuous relationship with business enterprise.
An estimated 16 million Americans practice Yoga and spend roughly 6 billion dollars annually on classes, workshops, products, and services. On the one hand, yoga's widespread popularity means that more people are being exposed to the benefits it offers. And yet, yoga has expanded over the decades to become a full-fledged industry of the contemporary marketplace, with producers, sellers, and consumers outnumbering the spiritual teachers, healers, and devoted adepts.
Its double-edged development as a popular fitness workout and a path of spiritual liberation poses a unique dilemma for those sensitive to yoga's ancient roots. "As it morphs into physicality, fun and foolishness attracting more secular and fitness-driven consumers," says Pilarzyk, "industry leaders argue that more people now have a chance to explore its spirituality. But what is the inclusive spirituality inherent in the path and can yoga students 'get it' if more and more teachers only teach hatha yoga poses?" He wants to provide a resource for those just discovering Yoga and those who have practiced for a while and feel that there is a deeper meaning readily accessible but not directly evident.
Pilarzyk argues for restoration of yoga's transformative heart by showing how to bring greater attention to its more serious practice, both on and off the mat. His recent Quest publication, he says, "is both a sober wakeup call about how Yoga is being transformed and a hopeful, heartfelt tribute to its highest aspirations." Or as a December 2008 review of his work in Yoga Chicago Magazine concludes, "Ultimately, Pilarzyk's book is both a love letter to yoga and a plea to yoga's leaders."
He received his doctorate in the social sciences from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, has written on Eastern religions and yoga as well as on educational management, and has practiced daily yoga and meditation for over 20 years. Currently a college administrator, he has been a staff director for a national medical society as well as a market researcher which together shape his unique views on American yoga. With personal stories and testimonials from students, teachers, and other professionals, Pilarzyk delivers a guide for staying true to the essence of Yoga.
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Tuesday, 24 February 2009SwellWomen, the original surf and yoga retreat exclusively for women located in Maui, Hawaii proudly announces their five year anniversary. Designed for women who follow their bliss, SwellWomen is an all-inclusive seven-day wellness adventure retreat incorporating surfing, yoga and most recently added Stand Up Paddling. SwellWomen’s unique vacation experience encourages guests of all ages to face their dreams, let go of limiting fears and enjoy each day with a newfound confidence.
In the five years since it was founded by former professional athlete, Me-Shell Mijangos, SwellWomen (www.swellwomen.com) has inspired a dazzling array of women to pursue their dreams, from students in their 20’s to professionals in their 60’s who hail from Asia, Europe, Canada and all over the United States. “I am a woman who follows my bliss and want to show other women how to do the same by creating an unforgettable vacation for them,” states Me-Shell Mijangos.
From earliest sight of sun until late at night, SwellWomen can enjoy their adventure vacation at a pace comfortable to them. All activities are offered to each participant, with options for relaxation and additional spa treatments available. This custom made retreat offers women a chance to escape the demands of daily life and spend one week on themselves. Take a chance and become a SwellWomen adventuress.
SwellWomen Vacations for 2009 are scheduled for; April, August and September. Prices range from $2,795.00-$3,395.00 for an all-inclusive package. Additional information can be found at www.swellwomen.com.
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Monday, 23 February 2009YogaDirect.com, the largest direct importer and manufacturer of quality yoga equipment in the United States, may be additional proof of the yoga industry’s recession resilience. “Demand has grown substantially within the first quarter alone,” reveals a pleased Sean O’Brien, YogaDirect’s national sales manager. “We knew 2009 would be a tipping point for YogaDirect, but our sales are wildly surpass ing our forecasts.” The thriving business’ success is due in part to its innovative products and services, including custom printing, scented, and eco-friendly yoga mats.
In terms of their custom printed yoga mats, YogaDirect is bringing more options and greater flexibility to an expanding market that was traditionally only available to businesses willing to pay a hefty set up fee and buy in mass quantities. YogaDirect is making custom printing affordable for individuals, studios, and businesses by eliminating set up fees, removing minimum quantities, and offering creative services from their own in-house graphic design team. With 16 mat colors to choose from, the ability to print in up to 2 ink colors, and space for images as large as 10 inches by 11 Inches, the possibilities are limitless.
“It’s an especially exciting time for our custom printing, because of yoga’s increasing popularity coupled with the need for unique marketing and branding opportunities,” says O’Brien. “We have new accounts for resorts, gyms, universities, large corporations, and even individual yoga instructors.” Recent brands using YogaDirect’s custom printing service include Playtex, BodiRocker, and countless studios across the country. Large businesses are taking notice of the immense marketing opportunity available in the yoga industry and smaller companies are using this branding tool to differentiate themselves from local competition. Some small studios are using their custom printed mats as a promotion to attract new students and increase general awareness in their community while large corporations are using this alternative marketing channel to tap into a relatively new market. Adds O’Brien, “We not only beat the competition on price, quality, and customer service, but we can ship the finished product only 5-7 business days after receiving the art work.”
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Thursday, 19 February 2009Saturday, Feb 28th, 2009 is a Free Yoga Day in Canada. Participating yoga teachers and studios across Canada are offering Free Yoga Classes. Yoga Day Canada is an initiative to promote health benefits of Yoga across Canada. This event is first of its kind in Canada. This is a great opportunity for you if you have not tried yoga before. You can try yoga for free now. Yoga Teachers and Yoga Studios can become part of a national yoga revolution by participating and offering free yoga class in their own studio. Visit http://www.yogadaycanada.ca to locate nearby participating center.
Yoga Day Canada aims to:
- Promote Yoga and Healthy Lifestyle in Canada
-Make Yoga more accessible to more people
- Bring greater understanding of the benefits of yoga for people of all ages and abilities.
- Reach to those who have not tried Yoga yet
- Provide opportunity to try different styles of Yoga
Yoga Day Canada is also bringing Yoga Community together. Yoga Community across Canada is celebrating Yoga Day together. Yoga Day Canada hopes that thousands will experience Free Yoga across Canada in its first year of celebration. It is an opportunity for existing Yoga practitioners to try different styles of Yoga for Free. All classes are mostly suitable for all levels. It is believed that Yoga can be practice in any age.
Today, medical professionals have proven through a number of different studies that yoga exercises help to improve health. Some of the Yoga benefits include: source: FPR
- Boosts the immune system
- Releases stress
- Reduces blood pressure
- Increases flexibility
- Lowers blood sugar
- Leads to slower and deep breathing and relaxes the nervous system.
Yoga in general is safe to practice but you should consult with your doctor before starting yoga or any fitness regime.
For more details on this news, please visit www.free-press-release.com.
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