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July 24, 2007 | Written by : Amanda Denz

A Newcomer's Guide to Yoga

Longtime practictioners believe yoga keeps the body supple and quiets a busy mind.

7 Challenges

45 participants 14 comments
Posted on: September 23, 2008

Think yogically

Challenge yourself for: 24 Hours

Whatever the discipline, yoga is about more than just manipulating the body; it’s about opening your mind to new possibilities. Today, challenge yourself to apply a yoga precept or two in your life...

13 participants 0 comments
Posted on: September 07, 2008

Power up your yoga practice

Challenge yourself for: 24 Hours

Enjoying yoga but looking for a higher-energy style? So-called power yoga might be for you. Based on the flow and vigor of Ashtanga, power yoga emphasizes the physical aspects of yoga, rather than the...

23 participants 8 comments
Posted on: April 13, 2008

Salute the sun

Challenge yourself for: 30 days

Want to energize your body and clear your mind before starting your day? Try sunrise yoga. Enjoy some invigorating sun salutations before leaving the house - look online for a routine that fits your...

26 participants 7 comments
Posted on: February 28, 2008

Practice sun salutations

Challenge yourself for: 7 days

Sun salutations are a great method for loosening up in the morning and kick-starting your day. If you’ve never heard of them, they’re a yogic practice of 12 postures performed in a single, graceful...

43 participants 13 comments
Posted on: October 09, 2007

Try yoga (or a new yoga style)

Challenge yourself for: 7 days

Yoga has been shown to strengthen muscles, increase flexibility, and relax the mind. (For those of you who already practice regularly, these benefits are clear.) During the next week — if you're...

51 participants 4 comments
Posted on: August 04, 2007

Stretch

Challenge yourself for: 24 Hours

Stretching not only feels good, it also strengthens your joints and prevents injury. Today, spend at least 10 minutes gently stretching your entire body to remind yourself how good it feels. Hopefully...

77 participants 16 comments
Posted on: July 29, 2007

Breathe deeply

Challenge yourself for: 24 Hours

Most of us unconsciously breathe in a shallow way, not fully exhaling all of the carbon dioxide from our bodies. As a result, we don't benefit from being fully oxygenated. In the next 24 hours...