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Many of you enjoy strictly doing yoga or Pilates, but some of you enjoy the benefits of both. They share many similarities, but there are also big differences between them. Take this quiz to see what you know about these two types of movement. Source Take the Quiz Read more
I was lucky enough to take a class taught by Manhattan-based yoga teacher Kristin McGee right here in San Francisco! Although one busy lady, Kristin traveled across the country to teach Vinyasa Vibes (a new offering at The Sports Club/LA), a flow-based, powerful yoga sequence enhanced by music. The most musical part of the practice? During Savasana, the class culminated in a live sax solo by Read more
Strengthening your muscles shouldn't be limited to the weight room or machines at the gym. Tone while you stretch and flex with these five yoga and Pilates workouts. Thigh sculpting: No need to spend hours on those adductor machines; yoga can help stretch out tight muscles while also toning for bikini season. This sequence of nine yoga poses works all the muscles in your legs while focusing on Read more
New to Pilates and yoga, but can't decide which class to take? Or maybe you love yoga and Pilates but can't squeeze both into your hectic schedule? These fitness dilemmas can easily be solved thanks to a new wave of Pilates- and yoga-fusion classes popping up all over the US. Reap the benefits from both practices in just one class. Wondering where to start? Here's a rundown of some yoga-Pilates Read more
Is one of your legs always stiffer and won't stretch or move as far as the other one? You're not alone. Flexibility and range of motion differences between the sides of our bodies is very common. The problem is, this can set you up for an injury. In general, we all have a dominant leg just as most folks have a dominant hand. If you notice one leg is more flexible than the other, it means you're Read more
Taking a class at a yoga or Pilates studio is not cheap. I did an informal survey of classes in San Francisco, and came up with an average drop-in rate of $17. If you buy classes in bulk, it's more affordable, but for many, it's still a luxury that's hard to maintain. A friend of mine recently opened up his own studio. Since he can't afford a receptionist yet, he has a steady rotation of friends Read more
Further proof that taking birth control can up the risk of breast cancer — The Stir How yoga can help teens suffering from social anxiety — HuffPost Healthy Living 10 healthy ways to turn leftovers into completely new meals — Shape 10 ways to look younger now and still keep to a budget — Prevention The 20 best (and delicious) ways to reach your daily fiber requirement — Health Dust Read more
Victoria's Secret model Miranda Kerr and singer Miley Cyrus recently stepped into the studio (yoga and Pilates, respectively) wearing basic black yoga leggings (like these Zobha Hi-rise foldover leggings, $84), dressed up two ways. Whether your workout style is laid-back polished or look-at-me bohemian, get both looks below. Read more
Many of us have basic gym memberships, but still pay a little extra to go to our favorite classes outside of the gym — does Saturday vinyasa at a studio up the street sound familiar? I'll be the first to admit that it took awhile for me to wrap my head around the fact that my gym membership also includes access to cool classes like kickboxing, yoga, boot camp, and more. The gym I go to is Read more
DWTS's Cheryl Burke shares her leg toning dance moves — Self Get your yoga on and conquer any arm balance pose — Yoga Journal All-natural ways to beat your Spring cold — Prevention Spring into the season with healthy pastas loaded with veggies — Blisstree The best cardio machines you've never seen — Shape Load your maki with garden fresh veggies and roll it up — Vegetarian Read more
