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Tuesday, April 22, 2008
by Kelly Golden
Green Yoga is Growing Print E-mail
In an effort to bridge the gap between yoga and the environment, the Telluride Yoga Festival is committing to eco-consciousness, and leading by example of how to bring the teachings of yoga and the principles of sustainability together. The festival is inspired by a desire to redefine the relationship between the yogic community and the environment, and the creators are committed to honoring the principles that guide the practice and applying them to the relationship with the world. Telluride Yoga Festival aspires to be a zero waste event by eliminating the generation of excess waste and reusing, recycling and composting at every opportunity.
 
Friday, March 28, 2008
by Kelly Golden
Yoga Helps Breast Cancer Survivors Print E-mail
For those women who have battled and survived breast cancer, the path of recovery is far from over. Breast cancer survivors can experience ongoing effects from the treatments as well as the time they spent with the disease. Treatments can cause menopausal symptoms, infertility, osteoporosis, and ongoing issues with body image, anxiety, and depression. Now there is new evidence available that shows a sustained practice of yoga can ease hot flashes and other menopausal symptoms in breast cancer survivors.
 
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
by Timothy Burgin
Trouble in Tibet Print E-mail
A week of violence and protest has erupted in Chinese occupied Tibet when Buddhist monks peacefully demonstrated to mark the anniversary of a failed 1959 uprising against China. The Dalai Lama has said he would step down as leader of Tibet's government-in-exile if his supporters do not stop the protests that have left up to 100 dead in Tibet. European leaders have been quick to condemn the Chinese government's violent reaction to the protests, even threatening to boycott the opening ceremonies of the Beijing Olympic Games - but so far, the U.S. Government has been silent. Click here to send a message to your representative and senators to speak up for Tibetan human rights.
 
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
by Kelly Golden
Man Saved by Meditation Print E-mail
Chinese construction worker, Wang Jianxin, used a Buddhist meditation technique to  survive after being buried under six feet of mud. The 52 year old man was trapped for two hours with only 5 minutes worth of air.
 
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
by Timothy Burgin
Yoga Sequences completed Print E-mail
Just a quick update on our continuing work to transfer the premium yoga content to the new site. We have completed the transfer of the entire Yoga Sequences section and have made some improvements and refinements while transferring the contents over.
 
Monday, March 10, 2008
by Kelly Golden
Yoga Gives Professional Athletes a Boost Print E-mail
Yoga has long been sought after for physical benefits.  It increases flexibility, strength and overall health.  It also supports mental focus and fortitude.  So, it’s no surprise that a number of athletes are using the practice to support and maintain their performance. But what is surprising is how many athletes are crediting yoga to their success and triumph in professional sports.
 
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It’s also helpful to realize that this body that we have, this very body that’s sitting here right now in this room, this very body that perhaps aches, and this mind that we have at this very moment, are exactly what we need to be fully human, fully awake, and fully alive.
Pema Chodron

Ahimsa, the yogic practice of non violence must be adhered to when engaging in the practice of hatha yoga. Respect your body's limitations and inner wisdom, if something feels wrong or dangerous, please do not do it.
Please consult your health care practitioner before starting a yoga, pranayama or other exercise program.

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