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The whole country will be tuning in this Sunday to watch the Giants take on the Patriots in Super Bowl XLVI, and we can only imagine the type of work that goes into making it to football’s biggest night. But somehow, picturing 320-pound New York Giant’s offensive lineman Kevin Boothe in a downward-facing dog isn’t exactly the type of training that comes to mind. [...]

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Tight hips seem to be a common problem for almost everybody – from runners to cyclists, from deskbound bloggers to triathletes. Give this area a little extra love with this sequence of nine hip-opening stretches to increase your flexibility, reduce discomfort, and prevent injury. [...]

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Buying a yoga mat is like buying a new pair of running sneakers. It takes careful consideration and research to find the right fit. Since there are hundreds to confuse you choose from, narrow down your search by asking these important questions.

How Much Do I Want to Spend?
Your budget is a huge factor in the mat you end up with. [...]

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Yoga classes aren’t meant to be huge calorie-burners – increasing strength and flexibility and acquiring a sense of calmness and bliss, these are more the focus when moving through postures. You still burn calories, though, and with these tips, you can burn more the next time you hop on your mat. [...]

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Pigeon is easily one of my top 10 favorite yoga poses, but my husband can’t stand it – his tight hips scream to get out of pose. Here’s a list of challenging yoga poses that people either love or hate. From backbends to inversions, tell us which ones you love, or love to skip. [...]

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Doing Full Backbend, also known as Wheel pose, isn’t exactly on the list of beginner moves. It’s demanding both from a flexibility as well as a strength standpoint, so it’s best to stick to Half Wheel, Camel, and other easier variations before trying your hand at Full Backbend. [...]

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Recently, I took a crowded yoga class, where we all had to situate our mats close to each other to make room for everyone. The closeness meant we all had to be aware of our neighbors (especially during Sun Salutations), but the space issue didn’t really bother me until we began a series of poses that required more lateral space, starting with Seated Straddle. [...]

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We’re knee-deep in cold and flu season and although practicing yoga is a great way to strengthen your muscles and your immune system, doing Child’s Pose with your face pressed into a dirty, germy mat is a surefire way to sign yourself up for a case of the sicks. You can protect yourself by keeping your mat clean with these tips. [...]

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Whether you click into skis or a snowboard, a strong yet flexible lower body will allow you to cruise down the mountain with control, helping you stay balanced rather than wiping out. This eight-sequence lower body exercise focuses on strengthening the core, quads, and glutes, while opening the hamstrings and hips. [...]

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When cold, brisk air is blowing outside, I crave practicing yoga in a heated room. Walking around barefoot in a tank top and feeling the warm arm on my skin is incredibly liberating. Practicing yoga in the Winter is a little different than in the summertime, so here are some things you should keep in mind until the thaw. [...]

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