Why Does Yoga Reduce Stress?
Yoga has been shown to be effective in lowering cortisol levels and therefore decreasing stress. Continue Reading Why Does Yoga Reduce Stress?
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Fab Abs!
If you want to really see the roots of core strengthening, follow a baby through his or her milestones. The first time they roll over, the core abdominal muscles awaken. They don’t even use their arms or legs….it’s all abs working to move them from the back to the stomach. We start out life by… Continue Reading Fab Abs!
Feeling Stressed? Try Stretching
Why do people feel more relaxed after yoga class? Is it the movement? The breathwork? Stretching those tight muscles? Yes, yes and yes! It’s all of those things. However, stretching alone can help a lot to decrease the stress in your life. Studies have shown that stretching decreases the production of cortisol, and exercise increases… Continue Reading Feeling Stressed? Try Stretching
