...Regular exercise can ease the symptoms of fibromyalgia dramatically, reducing muscle pain and the number of tender points, knocking out depression and insomnia, even cutting through so-called "fibrofog" for increased mental clarity.

Yoga is a particularly effective form of exercise for those with fibromyalgia, for it provides stretches for stiffness, strength building, aerobic exercise, and tools for relaxation. In fact, the Mayo Clinic includes yoga as one of the best things people with fibromyalgia can do for themselves.

For a long time, fibromyalgia, like bipolar disorder, was considered a "garbage diagnosis," and many doctors treated their patients almost as if they were making up their symptoms because the doctors could not find an objective cause for the discomfort.

It is now clear that many fibromyalgia symptoms stem from a very real and measurable cause: low levels of ...more

A Brief Introduction To The Science Of Yoga

...Yoga is basically a science of correct living. When it is incorporated into daily life, it works on every aspect of the individual. The physical, mental, spiritual, psychic and emotional levels are all affected and strengthened through practice of Yoga. The word 'yoga' means oneness or unity and comes from the Sanskrit word 'yuj' which means has the meaning of joining together.

Yoga is not magic or sorcery, neither is it mental or physical debauchery. Those p...more

Yoga instructor Training - Your Classroom Communication Skills

...munication is established, there are no limits as to what students can learn in your Yoga classes. Information is exchanged rapidly, clearly, and without confusion. Many times, sincere students, who ask in-depth questions, stimulate the interest of the entire group.

Some Yoga teachers have a firm policy of not answering questions during class time. The concern, among these teachers, is how to handle a disruptive, or ego-driven, student. If you have a person who you feel is purposely disrupting the class, keep yo...more

Yoga Your Way to Weight Loss

...t it right.

So yoga practice is not about being skinny or svelte or reedy. It's about leaving your ego at the door and moving your body in the present moment.

Yoga is about balance. Balance in eating, balance in drinking, balance in exercise, balance in purporting yourself. Yes, too fat is out of balance, as is too thin, but neither is a crime punishable by not being able to stretch.

Buy yoga clothes that fit. Don't be afraid of the clothes' form fitting stretchiness. Just get the right size. With regular practice yoga clothing will permit you to watch your body change in what ca...more

True Yoga Helps Baby Easily Take Yoga Cl