Stress LESS through Mindful Living®
Did you know that there are specific routines in yoga for lower back pain relief? Have you ever thought about yoga as a pain treatment? If not, this beginner yoga for lower back pain is a great place to start! This is a great beginner level yoga practice that helps release tension within the low…
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Why should you meditate? Let us help you learn how meditation helps your body and soul. Meditation means awareness. So as a result, whatever you do with awareness and free from other distractions is considered meditation. For example, listening to your heartbeat is meditation; watching the sunrise is meditation. The word meditation comes from two…
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What is a Mindful Moment? Many of us are living mindlessly these days instead of mindfully. As we race through our busy lives our minds can race like an out of control train on its tracks. Our minds and bodies were not created to maintain our mental and physical health at our current rate of…
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A Simple Dose of Nature’s Xanax A simple walk can be the equivalent of taking either an anti-anxiety drug, an antidepressant or a sleeping pill. Just 20 minutes of walking reverses your stress response, lowers your blood pressure, gives you an immune boost, and increases your energy and optimism. So step outside get some fresh…
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When we don’t feel like exercising we come up with a lot of excuses. We say that we don’t have the time or that we’re too tired, but the true culprit is usually a lack of workout motivation. If we slow down and try new approaches to our exercise regimens, we can push ourselves to…
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Have you ever tried yoga for stress relief? This 30 minute restorative yoga practice is great for stress relief and anxiety. During this practice we will melt into different yoga postures that target the hips where a lot of our stress sits. As a result this helps create space within the body for healing and…
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Today 71 percent of American adults are overweight or obese, so it’s important that everyone incorporates more exercise into their daily routine. With treadmill or walking desks, you can walk in place while you complete your work. The popularity of these desks has increased in recent years, but there are some disadvantages as well. Treadmill…
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January is the month millions of people hit the gym to start their “get healthy” New Year’s resolutions. This means tons of people are looking for quality workout clothes. If you’re in the market for athletic wear, be sure to look for eco-athletic options. You’ll be investing in your health and the health of the…
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Who doesn’t want to workout and save the planet at the same time? Earlier this week we featured a few Mindful ideas on eco-workout apparel. Today, we take a closer look at eco-friendly workout gear equipment. If you need some inspiration to help you get started, check out some of the suggestions listed below. Eco-Friendly…
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Our winter season hibernation is over and it’s time to switch gears into more lively activities. But before you start participating in spring recreational activities, be sure that you’re prepared. With these five mindful tips, you can slowly begin your training and avoid injuries. Studies show that healthy habits decline during winter months—people exercise less…
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