Category: Yoga in the News

Yoga in the News and other mainstream media

Cruise Line Offers Yoga for Kids

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Princess Cruise Yoga ClassHave you ever wanted to take a cruise but wondered how to keep your children entertained so that you can relax and enjoy yourself? Well, you may be able to make that dream cruise come true now, thanks to a great new program that’s recently been introduced by a major cruise line. (more…)

Young at 89

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Cake and CandleYoga master Kantilal Talati is a youthful 89-year-old who is looking forward to turning 90 next month. The first thing most people notice about him is that he is a humble man who enjoys life and is at peace with himself and the world. Whenever he’s asked how old he is, he humorously replies “I am very young now. I am 18 years!” (more…)
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Stressed-out Drivers

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MotormanThe Mumbai Suburban Railway has the highest passenger density of any urban railway system in the world. And it has long been established that the motormen (train drivers) who operate these local trains often suffer stress-related illnesses due to the high level of responsibility of their jobs. (more…)
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Violinist Relies on Yoga

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Matthew JonesFor Welsh violinist Matthew Jones, producing a single note used to be a painful act. At the age of 22, having completed one term at London’s prestigious Royal College of Music, he suffered a Repetitive Strain Injury (RTI) to his right wrist that worsened into tendonitis, seriously threatening his career as a violinist. (more…)
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Shake Your Yoga Pose

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Class Doing Downward DogOn Saturday, September 13, in Missoula, Montana, yoga teachers will have the opportunity to receive training in the Shake Rattle & Pose® Yoga Dance Fusion workshop offered by Yoga Alliance Registered yoga teacher Kimberlee Jensen Stedl. (more…)
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A Summer Flash

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SVYASA Class“Is it hot in here, or is it just me?” For many women living through the side effects of menopause, this is a frequent question. And the fun doesn’t stop there. Night sweats, disturbed sleep patterns, and weight gain can also unbalance the body and spirit of a woman during this natural transition in her life. (more…)
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Night Club to Yoga Center

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Baba RamdevFor years, the Deepa Bar & Restaurant was a popular nightclub in Mumbai that was frequented by a wide selection of party-goers, ranging from Bollywood celebrities, tourists, and politicians, to certain nefarious individuals of the underworld. Then four years ago, when its owner, Mallappa Shetty died, the club closed down and the property remained vacant until recently. (more…)
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A Strain on Your Muscles

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Back PainSometimes, a simple stretch or twist can become a strain if it’s not done properly and with guidance. If you are not self-aware of your limitations and don’t have reasonable goals for your yoga practice, you can easily become vulnerable to unnecessary injuries. (more…)
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Enlighten Up with Vanda

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Vanda Mikoloski On the beaches of Southern California, an adventurous group of yoga students are being “enlightened” by Vanda Mikoloski, a renowned stand-up comic and yoga teacher who combines comedy and her yoga expertise to create a unique experience. Vanda, who doesn’t charge a fee for her classes but accepts donations, is passionately committed to promoting personal growth and development through humor. Continue Reading: Enlighten Up with Vanda