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Yoga News - July 2010
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Friday, 30 July 2010We have been conducting a large online international study investigating peoples’ wellbeing called - The International Wellbeing Study. This study has been running since March 2009 and basically investigates peoples' wellbeing over the course of one year. Since its inception, we have been, and are aiming to, specifically investigate the wellbeing of yoga participants, and how their wellbeing chan ges over a year as not much is known about this.
- To participate, you need to be 16 years of age or older and fill out this same study in every third month for a year - five times in total.
- The survey takes around 30 minutes to complete (making your total commitment about 2 hours or so over the year). This survey is only open to those who commit to undertake all five identical surveys.
- After you have completed the five assessments, you will receive an e-mail summary report of your scores. This report will further explain the questions we asked, provide more detail about the study, and also show you how your answers compare to those of others who answered the survey.
- All survey respondents who complete the five assessments will go into the draw to win one of ten $100 amazon.com vouchers! There will also be a draw for one $100 amazon.com voucher at each assessment point. The draws will be made by a constable from the Wellington central police station, New Zealand.
- All survey respondents will be offered an option to opt-in to free wellbeing orientated courses after they have completed the first three assessments.
- The study is voluntary, and you are free to withdraw at any stage before your data is collated at the end of your assessment. The results of this research will be published - but only in a form that ensures you cannot be identified, assuring strict confidentiality (you do not need to provide your name).
To participate and/or to find out more about the study, type (or cut & paste) the following address into your web browser: http://www.wellbeingstudy.com
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Carolina Alfonso or Aaron Jarden
Email:
Carolina.Alfonso@openpolytechnic.ac.nz
aaron.jarden@openpolytechnic.ac.nz
Thursday, 29 July 2010Hotel Wailea, a 15-acre all-suite resort on the island of Maui, today announces the launch of several offerings for guests and locals alike. Inspired by the designs of Frank Lloyd Wright, the stunning and stylish resort is nestled on a hillside, overlooking Wailea Beach. It features a chic, award-winning Italian restaurant, 72 suites, swimming pool, new spa and gym, and beautifully landscaped gro unds with a waterfall and koi pond.
“We are always looking for creative ways to enhance the guest experience to make it memorable and authentic,” said Markus Schale, General Manager. “Our latest activities, plus new dining and entertainment offerings, speak to how special Wailea is and all there is to see and do here.”
Hotel Wailea is happy to present:
The opening of the pool bar: The newly renovated pool bar/lounge is now offering beer and wine, along with a specially crafted menu from the hotel’s award-winning restaurant Capische?, Highlights include Hawaiian Pizza with Prosciutto d’Parma and Grilled Sicilian Spice Ahi Sandwich.
New gym and spa: The new gym offers panaromic views of the ocean, plus free yoga classes. Services such as the Pohaku Facial (facial massage using warmed Hawaiian stones) and the Lomi Lomi Massage (traditional Hawaiian massage using long forearm strokes) are offered at the renovated spa facility.
“The Weekend Lounge” on Fridays and Saturdays: 5-8 PM, Featuring organic martinis and live music/ DJs.
“In-Room Picnic” menu: Guests can feast on a casual meal in the privacy of their suite, in the gardens, or on the beach with “to-go” style picnic meals. Items include pizza, pasta, and salads. Lunch from noon to 4 PM, Dinner from 5:30 to 9 PM.
“Maui Ocean Divas Package”: Created for adventurous “na wahine” (Hawaiian for “girls!”) who appreciate sun, fun and relaxation. Stay with your best girlfriends at Maui’s only boutique hotel, the charming Hotel Wailea, and enjoy everything this lush island has to offer. You’ll hone your kiteboard and stand-up paddleboard skills from the island’s best (inspired by the hotel’s super sporty GM) and perfect your yoga poses with private instruction. After all the exercise, you’ll unwind with facials and pedicures. Starts July and runs thru November. Prices starting at $1899 per person.
Source: http://www.pr.com
Wednesday, 28 July 2010The Leadership Yoga is pleased to announce the launch of its new website. The website is the leading resource on the integration of yoga and life management. It includes media features such as streaming video tutorials and downloadable audio classes. Other important features include two Sanskrit-English dictionaries: one of common yoga terms and the other of common postures, listing benefits and illustrating the poses.
These more traditional yoga resources are supplemented by vast amounts of information specific to personal and professional leadership. According to the website, yoga teaches, “Before you can lead others, you must first lead yourself.” For this reason, there is a vast amount of practical information that helps anybody develop his or her inner leadership faculty. From powerful new translations of ancient advice to methods for finding personal purpose, The Leadership Yoga is a one-stop resource for anybody aspiring to self-betterment. Combined, the various aspects of the site create a powerful learning ambiance for the practice and understanding of yoga and its influences on leadership.
“Often leadership is seen as something external, how a leader relates to her company, stakeholders, or competitors. This website is dedicated to the powerful idea that leadership requires no position or degree – it’s about self-control, not control over others,“ states founder Ravi S. Kudesia.
To help bring about this new paradigm of leadership, the website and the company behind it provide techniques that address the needs of body, mind, intellect, and being. Their stated goal is to “empower people and firms to achieve their higher aspirations.” The website is well integrated with social media and search engine optimized, bringing The Leadership Yoga experience outside of the site and onto the larger internet community. Its user-friendly ethos is designed to create a powerful browsing experience and allow the public easy access to information.
Source: http://www.prlog.org
Tuesday, 27 July 2010Lexington Healing Arts Academy’s (LHAA) second class of Yoga Teacher Training students will offer five dollar Yoga classes from August 16-October 2. These reduced rate classes are also part of LHAA’s celebration of September being named National Yoga Month by the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services.
These classes are part of the students’ internship program. Classes are sc heduled daily and will be Beginner level. They will be one hour in length and consist of basic breathing exercises, asanas, and relaxation/restorative poses. The focus will be on guiding the student toward more optimal breathing from the diaphragm, safe execution of the postures offered with assistance when needed, and poses to relax and rejuvenate.
This is a great opportunity for the curious to the regular practitioner to experience Yoga and meet future instructors in our community. Yoga adds to the quality of life by improving flexibility and strength, enhancing memory and attention spans, and increasing energy, self-acceptance and self-actualization to name just a few physiological and psychological benefits. Our regular Yoga classes, led by our accomplished instructors, will also be held at their regular scheduled times.
LHAA began their first Yoga Teacher Training program in October, 2008. This current class will graduate in October 2010. The 200-Hour program includes 180 classroom hours and 20 hours of internship leading Yoga classes. Amanda McMaine E-RYT is the Director of the program.
LHAA opened its doors in 1999 as a Massage Therapy School and Clinic and this year marks their 10th year of operation. To date, more than 550 students have graduated from the Massage Therapy Certificate program. In April 2008 LHAA expanded the campus to incorporate a new classroom building adjacent to the Clinic. The school continues to grow with the addition of a new Personal Fitness Training program. In addition to the certificate programs, LHAA offers daily Yoga classes, a Massage Clinic with student, graduate and professional therapists, and continuing education classes for the professional and holistic classes for the public. LHAA is located at 272 Southland Drive.
For information call 859-252-5656 or visit our website: http://www.lexingtonhealingarts.com.
Source: http://www.prlog.org
Monday, 26 July 2010Vibram five fingers brings a new, alternative design for running, watersports, yoga and Pilates, which is like a glove for the human foot and provides the protection of footwear.
The barefoot design opens up possibilities for sports enthusiasts. Scientific research, coaches and athletes agree that with the feet bare, runners can actually improve their balance and stability. Barefoot ru nning also improves speed, and compared to running with regular athletic shoes, it lessens the chance of injury. The Five Fingers line of shoes provides runners with the freedom to do this while keeping the feet protected. With a pair of Five Fingers shoes, watersports enthusiasts can benefit from its grip, performance, and control - especially for board-based sports. Some models of the line provide added perks for watersports, such as a 1.2mm neoprene upper to keep the foot warm in cold, fast-moving water.
With its revolutionary barefoot design, the Vibram Five Fingers shoes strengthen muscles in the feet and lower legs and improve overall foot health. Also, wearers can use the full range of motion in their feet, which is great for sports that need foot flexibility. Overall, the design gives its wearers' feet the kind of freedom that a normal closed shoe cannot give. http://www.vibramfivefingersreview.org
Source: http://www.free-press-release.com
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