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Wednesday, 30 June 2010Ever wonder what the old Puerto Vallarta of Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton was like? Destination: PEACE is teaming-up with Puerto Vallarta’s Villa Leonarda, former gathering place of Old-Hollywood, for its Volunteer Vacations. Travelers can experience the old-Mexico charm of days gone by in an unforgettable vacation experience.
The intimate setting of Villa Leonarda in Puerto Vall arta’s historic center will be the starting point of a Destination: PEACE vacation focused on the betterment of the community. Travelers will enjoy a luxurious vacation, enjoy cultural enrichment, the rejuvenation of yoga and engage with the local community- helping with local beach cleanups or spay and neuter clinics for local animals. At the same time, guests will have ample free time to explore the narrow flowered-lined lanes just outside the door of Villa Leonarda or venture further to explore the rich history and hospitality of the Banderas Bay region.
"We are thrilled to offer this beautiful and historical Villa to our volun-tourists who come to experience the culture and history of Mexico while joining real hands-on projects with local kids, animals and the environment,"says Katherine Fisher, founder of Destination: PEACE.
Destination:PEACE has the inside track, as seen in Vanity Fair, in keeping with current publicity. Still a fascination after all these years, one of the top publications in the world is featuring a story this month on one of the most famous romances in history, Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. Destination:PEACE is promoting a volunteer vacation at the villa they used to visit in Puerto Vallarta, Villa Leonarda.
Recently renovated with a sophisticated yet traditional hacienda style, Villa Leonarda has all the comforts one could ask for including gourmet cook and maid service daily, refreshing heated pool, tranquil open courtyard, lush gardens and chic decor in a relaxed atmosphere. The Villa is located in the quiet neighborhood known as Gringo Gulch, tucked into the hillside of one of Vallarta’s most famous residential areas, situated on the peaceful River Cuale. The original owner was a famous clothing designer and close friends with Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton which quickly turned the Villa into a celebrity hangout during the 1960s and the mystique lives on; it is still a gathering place for artists, writers, movie stars and intellectuals.
“The best thing about traveling is getting to know places like Villa Leonarda: full of light, happiness and friendliness. With the doors always open and the heart in plain view; with generosity blooming in each leaf and every flower of the garden…” said Laura Esquivel, author Like Water for Chocolate.
“Villa Leonarda is Mexico…the Villa itself brought so much joy: the laughter from the pool, wonderful meals cooked for us and served in the elegant dining room, the peaceful courtyard where we often gathered, fireworks from the roof top, and the feeling that we did not even need to venture outside the doors. It is said that walls talk and Villa Leonarda has much to say about the culture and history of Puerto Vallarta…” said Carol and Grenfell Adams of Newfoundland, Canada, recent visitors.
Source: http://www.businesswire.com
Tuesday, 29 June 2010Watch It Now Entertainment, a leading provider of health and fitness content, and yoga expert Tara Stiles today announced the release of Tara Stiles Yoga Anywhere The New York Sessions DVD, an authentic reinvention of traditional yoga, shot in some of the most beautiful places in NYC, where Tara's Strala Yoga studio is based.
Yoga Anywhere The New York Sessions features a flawlessly ca rved out 60 minutes of intense calorie burning yoga, with Tara showing you the basics, then guiding you through more advanced moves with her precise form and expert instruction. Plus 4 bonus routines that can only be described as yoga art. Hip, stylized scenes set to rock music, with Tara performing the most inventive poses, in the most unexpected places. From the tunnels in Central Park to the famous FlatIron Building on Fifth Ave., the intent is to inspire the practice of yoga anywhere; you have to see to believe!
"I wanted to make authentic yoga available to everyone without the pretension or intimidation factor that has surrounded modern yoga culture," said Tara, who added, "Whether you're working toward weight loss, want to reduce stress, or get an extra boost of creativity, Yoga Anywhere sheds obstacles and gets you on the path to living your best life."
This is yoga at its finest and coolest. Highly effective, strong, yet graceful, this yoga workout penetrates deep, elongating and streamlining your body to its tiniest point and building muscles that you never knew existed. A total mind and body stimulating workout practice daily to receive all of yoga's health improving benefits including weight-loss, stress-relief, detoxification, and an increase in muscle tone for a slimmer, more defined yoga physique.
Yoga Anywhere The New York Sessions is available for pre-sale online now at http://tarastilesdvd.com.
source: www.prnewswire.com
Monday, 28 June 2010-A recent study, “Perceived Benefit of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) for Back Pain” (Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine, May – June 2010, Vol. 23 No.3), found the majority of respondents receiving CAM for back pain reported great benefit from the various treatments. Overall, 60 percent of those surveyed who had at least one CAM therapy in the last 12 months found rema rkable relief using the top six CAM modalities; chiropractic care, massage, yoga/tai chi/qi Cong, acupuncture, herbal therapies, and relaxation techniques – with chiropractic care the most popular choice.
“What we are seeing with these studies is compelling evidence that there is a light at the end of the tunnel for back pain sufferers – more and more, that light is chiropractic care and other CAM approaches”
With back pain cited as the second leading reason for ambulatory visits in the U.S., the survey aimed to explore all promising CAM therapies – offering 17 possible choices. Chiropractic care was the favored approach at 74 percent, with massage a distant second at 22 percent of all CAM options – from hypnosis to naturopathy.
“What we are seeing with these studies is compelling evidence that there is a light at the end of the tunnel for back pain sufferers – more and more, that light is chiropractic care and other CAM approaches,” advises Gerard Clum, D.C., Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (www.f4cp.com) spokesperson and president of Life Chiropractic College West.
While survey results were remarkable, only 24 percent of respondents who received CAM stated that their conventional medical practitioner suggested the use of CAM for back pain. Others turned to CAM treatments because they felt…“conventional medicine would not help,” when dealing with severe back pain.
“Back pain sufferers should be made aware of all treatment options, especially alternatives that have been scientifically proven to provide relief,” says Dr. Clum. “While chiropractic care has in the past been considered alternative there is now a case to be made for making it the first choice for patients and in the process making interventions like injections and surgery the alternative approach.”
Source: http://www.businesswire.com
Friday, 25 June 2010Phoenix, AZ - June 21, 2010 - The Living Well Retreats, provider of faith-based wellness programs, and Holy Yoga, premiere provider of Christ-centered yoga classes and instructor training programs, are pleased to announce their "Face Down on Your Mat" Holy Yoga retreat, scheduled for August 2010.
"Face Down on Your Mat" will take place August 20-22 at the beautiful Redemptorist Renewal Center, in Tucson. This life-changing retreat is designed for anyone who enjoys yoga and hiking, needs to get away from the daily grind, is craving a deeper relationship with God, or simply would like to connect to God and others in a meaningful and powerful way. The retreat will provide a variety of different levels and styles of Christian yoga classes and workshops ranging from beginner to advanced, fellowship hikes for novices to avid hikers, daily bible study, worship, and fellowship. All of this takes place in a peaceful, nurturing environment perfect for restoration and renewal.
Specific retreat offerings include:
Yoga Workshops: Basics, Partner, Advanced, Inversion, Pilates Infusion
Yoga Classes: Restorative, Gentle, Level 1/2, Slow Flow, Power
Fellowship & Yoga Hikes
Daily Bible Study, Meditation, Prayer
Live Worship
Church in the Desert Worship Service
Massage: Swedish, Sport (separate charge)
The cost of the retreat starts at $299, which includes all instruction, materials, ranch-style accommodations, gourmet meals, snacks, and beverages. Early bird and group discounts are available. Massage therapy is also available for a separate charge. Registration is currently underway at http://facedownsummer2010.eventbrite.com/. Space is limited and the retreat is expected to sell out, so participants are encouraged to register early to guarantee their spot. Gift certificates are available. For more information about the retreat visit www.thelivingwellretreats.com, email dawn@thelivingwellretreats.com, or call 480-250-5867.
Source: http://www.free-press-release.com
Thursday, 24 June 2010Due to hectic lifestyle, Stress is common problem with most of the corporate. Just For Hearts in association with Kaivalya Yoga Institute have come out with a perfect solution of Stress Management sessions for the corporate.
Talking about this association Dr Ravindra L Kulkarni, Founder Director, Just For Hearts said “Just For Hearts is very proud to partner with Kaivalya Yoga Institut e for stress management lectures where audience can get benefit from expert yoga instructors.”We have an expert team of Doctors who can advise on how to prevent lifestyle diseases and how to take care of your diet.
Dr Ravindra Kulkarni believes that simple lifestyle changes can make a huge reduction in chances of getting a heart attack.
Dr Nitin Unkule, Founder Director, Kaivalya Yoga Institute said, “We are happy to associate with organization like Just For Hearts as we aim towards Reversal of Heart Diseases. With renowned cardiologist, Dr Ravindra L. Kulkarni’s skilled suggestion and under guidance of yoga experts we can help people to lead a healthy and stress free lifestyle”.
Under the expert guidance of Dr Ravindra L Kulkarni, Just For Hearts has conducted many sessions on Stress Management and how to lead a healthy lifestyle with many organizations like Infosys, Honeywell Technology, DesignTech Systems.
He has also conducted these sessions for government employees like Police Force employees of Reserve Bank of India, Central Bank of India, and Pune Bar Association.
Just For Hearts is an initiative by Dr Ravindra L Kulkarni to aim a healthy stress free lifestyle. For further information visit www.justforhearts.org
Source: http://www.free-press-release.com
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