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Tai Chi Eases Effects of Chronic Disease: Patients Experience Improved Well-Being

Mar 31, 2016 07:48AM

A review of 33 studies found that Tai Chi reduces depression and muscle stiffness and increases well-being for patients with some chronic conditions.

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Millennials’ Take on Fitness: They Like Short, Social and Fun Workouts

Mar 31, 2016 07:48AM ● By Derek Flanzraich

More attuned to fit muscles than fat rolls, millennials are remaking the exercise world with workouts that are intense, social and customizable.

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Rolling for Fitness: DIY Rollers Ease Pain and Aid Flexibility

Feb 29, 2016 03:15PM ● By Randy Kambic

Rollers that rub out muscle kinks are the latest fitness trend, offering self-massage relief to everyone from soccer players to stiffening seniors.

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Gliding Across Snowscapes: Cross-Country Ski to Explore Winter’s Wonders

Jan 29, 2016 09:43AM ● By Randy Kambic

It lacks the speed and intensity of downhill skiing, but that’s the charm of cross-country skiing for those that love quiet time in nature while losing weight and building muscle.

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Yoga Teacher Training Program at Pima Community College

Jan 01, 2016 12:41PM

Pima Community College has partnered with Yoga Therapy College, an affiliate of Integrative Yoga Therapy, to offer a 200-hour comprehensive ...

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The Power of Conscious Dance: Creative Movement Connects Body, Mind and Spirit

Dec 29, 2015 03:23PM ● By Gail Condrick

People are flocking to dance exercise workouts combining moving meditation and self-expression that has dancers glowing.

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Workshops and Retreats with Heather Chalon, MPH

Dec 01, 2015 11:28AM

Heather Chalon, MPH, teacher of tai chi, qigong and Tao arts, will offer workshops and retreats in southern Arizona, beginning in January. C...

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Airplane Yoga: Six Easy Stretches Ease the Journey

Nov 30, 2015 09:26AM ● By Cynthia Bowman

With certain movements, we can avoid the stiffness, poor circulation and swollen feet that often accompany long plane flights.

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Hatha Yoga Teacher Training and Personal Growth Intensive

Nov 02, 2015 01:30PM

The Yoga Connection, the only nonprofit yoga studio in Tucson, will offer its Hatha Yoga Teacher Training and Personal Growth Intensive from...

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Barre Your Way to Better Fitness: Ballet-Inspired Workouts Create Long and Lean Muscles

Oct 30, 2015 07:58AM ● By Lynda Bassett

Imagine having a ballerina’s grace, strength and flexibility… that’s the potential of barre, which combines ballet, yoga and Pilates principles.

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Tai Chi for Fall Prevention: A New Approach to an Ancient Art

Oct 01, 2015 01:40PM

Fall prevention is one of the most important public health issues facing our country. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), th...

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Tucson in the Running for ‘Everyday Biking Capital’ in Playful Competition

Oct 01, 2015 12:34PM

Tucson is participating in a friendly, monthly competition sponsored by the national advocacy organization People for Bikes, in a quest to n...

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Ground Rules for Runners: A Guide for Running on All Terrains

Sep 30, 2015 07:24AM ● By April Thompson

From cement to sand to slopes, the surfaces that a runner’s feet touch dictate distinct strategies to prevent injuries and ensure a good run—or calorie-burning walk.

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Yoga Boosts Brain Gray Matter: Regular Practice Improves Mental Health

Aug 31, 2015 07:55AM

Compared to chronic-pain patients, yoga practitioners have more desirable grey matter in key brain regions, Duke researchers report.

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Daily Exercise Adds Five Years to Life: Get Moving to Reduce Risk of Early Death

Aug 31, 2015 07:55AM

Just 30 minutes of moderate to intense exercise six days a week reduced risk of early mortality by 40 percent for men during a four-decade Norwegian study.

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