Posts from — June 2008

Many of us find that we are not performing our best at certain sports, sports that come easier to others, may present quite a challenge for us.  One thing to make note of here is your dosha.
Dosha refers to three basic metabolic principles connecting the mind, the body and biological humour.  These three doshas are often described as the manifestations of natural forces at work in the body. Each dosha is defined by two of the five natural elements: space, air, fire, water and earth.

• Vata is the space and air principle and is embodied by ether. It resides in the spaces of your body, filling empty airspaces and channels, helping to govern the function of the nervous system.
• Pitta is the fire and water principle and exists within your body mainly as bile and acid, and is most closely associated with the digestive and elimination systems.
• Kapha refers to the water and earth principle, relating to the respiratory system and mucous membranes, governing the majority of our physical composition.

Take the quiz and find out your dosha.  Once you know this key bit of information, start thinking about what type of exercise routine serves you best: [Read more →]

Yoga has benefits that are both preventive and therapeutic. Proven to offer both mental and physical benefits to the mind and body, there’s no time like the present to get started. Yoga is very different from other forms of exercise, as it generates motion, without straining your body.When done with focus, hatha yoga can be an extremely rewarding exercise. Involving almost every muscle in your body, hatha yoga stresses quality of movement, over quantity.Yoga done routinely works to quiet the mind and refresh the body. Bringing you better health, relaxation, and happiness.

Looking to get started? Come to the free yoga festival in NYC to celebrate the Summer Solstice.

Where: Times Square
When: Saturday, June 21st, 2008
Time: 8 am - 9 pm

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