“Basketball is an endurance sport, and you have to learn to control your breath; that’s the essence of yoga, too. So, I consciously began using yoga techniques in my practice and playing. I think yoga helped reduce the number and severity of injuries I suffered. As preventative medicine, it’s unequalled”

Discarded onion skins could provide valuable ingredients.

“Concentrating on yoga poses clears the mind, while focusing on the breath helps the body shift out of fight or flight mode. ”
– yoga wisdom from Melanie Haiken

If you are dining out eating with a big fork might make you eat less.

“Yoga means union, in all its significances and dimensions”
– Some Yoga wisdom from Indra Devi

There are hundreds of studies done worldwide on the side effects of drugs, natural products and the causes of cancer.

Grape seed provides polyphenols that block the development of Alzheimer’s Disease.

“Your mind is your instrument. Learn to be its master and not its slave.”

– Some yoga wisdom from an unknown master (tell us if you know who it is)

Men and women have basic differences when it comes to making decisions.

“Yoga is a way to freedom. By its constant practice, we can free ourselves from fear, anguish and loneliness…”

A new study has revealed how to promote long term thinking and choices.

It can be hard to find the time to get to the gym, particularly if you have kids.

We are all aware of the obesity epidemic in this country, and of the sad reality that a large number of those affected are children. Whether you feel that both you and your children should become more active for health reasons; or simply that it would be a fun and positive way to spend quality time together, why not include them in your exercise routine?

When considering fitness for children, it is important to emphasise activities as fun rather than simply hard work. Make enjoyment the priority!