Top 5. 0 Fun Weight- Loss Exercises to Help You Get in Shape This Spring. Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee. Take a tip from Mohammed Ali and try boxing. Okay, maybe you're not ready for Raging Bull just yet, but cardio boxing or boxing classes are great high- impact workouts to burn calories, improve coordination, build muscle, and enhance speed and agility. Plus, traditional boxing techniques could come in handy if you were to ever need them. Complete Yoga Workout: A Guide to Basic Yoga Stretches and Poses. Why You'll Love Yoga. Your body weight provides all the resistance you need to strengthen and sculpt from head to toe. It's the perfect way to cross- train because it stretches tight muscles, increases range of motion, enhances balance, and improves alignment. It's good for your body and mind: Yoga boosts energy and calms you as it teaches awareness, focus, and patience. How Yoga Works. The ideal yoga workout incorporates six types of poses, says Roger Cole, Ph. D, a psychophysiologist and yoga instructor. Balancing poses improve balance, of course, but also promote focus. Forward bends stretch back and hamstring muscles; back bends improve breathing. Twists aid in digestion and tone abs. And inversions increase circulation, leaving you calm yet energized. We've designed a program with one pose from each group, plus modifications to make it easier for newcomers. Do each exercise once in the order given. Warrior II (standing pose)Strengthens: Butt and thighs; stretches hips. Stand with legs 3 to 4 feet apart, turning right foot out 9. Bring your hands to your hips and relax your shoulders, then extend arms out to the sides, palms down. Bend right knee 9. Stay for 1 minute. Switch sides and repeat. Make it easier: Leave your hands on your hips and don't bend your knee as deeply; instead, focus on lengthening the spine. Tree (balancing pose)Stretches and strengthens: Butt, thighs, calves, ankles, chest, and shoulders; improves balance. ![]() An honest 21 Day Fix Review with my results, before and after photos and more. I loved the workouts and the focus on portion control. This edition of Fit Friday is.![]() ![]() How To Lose 30 Pounds With Yoga One reader's amazing success with hot yoga Take the 30-Day Challenge: 30 Healthy Habits for a Better, Stronger You. Check Out Our ULTIMATE Guide to Popular 7 Day GM Diet Plan! CLICK HERE to discover Tips, Tricks and Strategies for Losing Weight! The latest rave in the fitness industry around the world is yoga! Some time back yoga was thought to be prevalent only to saints and those who have reached their old. Stand with arms at sides. Shift weight onto left leg and place sole of right foot inside left thigh, keeping hips facing forward. Once balanced, bring hands in front of you in prayer position, palms together. On an inhalation, extend arms over shoulders, palms separated and facing each another. ![]() Stay for 3. 0 seconds. Lower and repeat on opposite side. Make it easier: Bring your right foot to the inside of your left ankle, keeping your toes on the floor for balance. As you get stronger and develop better balance, move your foot to the inside of your left calf. Downward Dog (partial inversion)Stretches: Hamstrings and calves, strengthens shoulders. ![]() Would you pay £100 for a yoga mat? Our yoga columnist Genny Wilkinson-Priest tried one out The Liforme Yoga Mat. In my 15-year relationship with yoga, I Begin on all fours; press spread fingers firmly into the floor. Bring your knees off floor as you lift tailbone toward ceiling. Gradually straighten legs by shifting thighs back, pressing heels toward the floor. Press shoulders down and keep head between arms. Stay for 1 minute. Make it easier: If you have tight hamstrings, keep your knees slightly bent or pedal your feet by alternating the heels toward the floor. Wide- Legged Forward Fold (forward bend)Strengthens: Thighs; stretches hamstrings and calvesa. Stand with feet 3 feet apart, hands on hips. Inhale, then exhale and hinge forward from hips until chest is parallel to floor, hands on floor directly under shoulders. Exhale, then bend elbows and deepen stretch by lowering head toward floor, palms pressing down and upper arms parallel to the floor. Hold for 1 minute. Make it easier: Support your head on a yoga block. Tip: Keep your jaw soft and your shoulders pressed away from your ears, even when you're working hard in a pose. When you're relaxed, your muscles will release, which increases flexibility. Bridge Pose (back bend)Stretches: Chest and thighs; extends spine. Lie on floor with knees bent and directly over heels. Place arms at sides, palms down. Exhale, then press feet into floor as you lift hips. Clasp hands under lower back and press arms down, lifting hips until thighs are parallel to floor, bringing chest toward chin. Hold for 1 minute. Make it easier: Place a stack of pillows underneath your tailbone. Seated Spinal Twist (twist)Stretches: Shoulders, hips, and back; increases circulation; tones abdomen; strengthens obliques. Sit on the floor with your legs extended. Cross right foot over outside of left thigh; bend left knee. Keep right knee pointed toward ceiling. Place left elbow to the outside of right knee and right hand on the floor behind you. Twist right as far as you can, moving from your abdomen; keep both sides of your butt on the floor. Stay for 1 minute. Switch sides and repeat. Make it easier: Keep bottom leg straight and place both hands on raised knee. If your lower back rounds forward, sit on a folded blanket. Find Your Yoga Style. With a little knowledge, it's easy to determine the practice that's right for you. Hatha. Best for: Beginners. Although it's the umbrella term for all physical yoga practices, it is often used as a name for beginners' classes that include basic poses, breath work, and meditation. Try this: Yoga Zone's Introduction to Yoga (DVD; $1. Restorative. Best for: Busting stress. Props such as bolsters and blankets support your body so you can totally relax. Try this: Relax & Renew by Judith Lasater, Ph. D (book; $2. 1. 9. Iyengar. Best for: Perfecting your form. This practice emphasizes precise alignment and develops strength and flexibility. Try this: Yoga for Beginners with Patricia Walden (DVD; $1. Bikram. Best for: Working up a sweat. A series of 2. 6 poses practiced in a room heated to 1. Try this: Bikram's Beginning Yoga Class (CD; $2. Vinyasa. Best for: Raising your heart rate. This steady stream of flowing movements coordinated with the breath doesn't stop until the final resting pose. Try this: Sun Salutations Awakening the Flow (DVD; $1. Ashtanga. Best for: Sculpting your upper body. A standardized sequence of athletic poses that connects movements with the breath. Try this: Ashtanga Yoga DVD Set (set of 2 DVDs; $4. Originally published in FITNESS magazine, September 2. You Yoga at Boulder. Run. Melissa Troast. U- Flow and U- Hatha Fusion Instructor. Melissa's first experience teaching yoga was with her pre- k and kindergarten students, incorporating poses into stories and using gentle breathing and restorative poses after lunch time to encourage relaxation. She completed a Children's Yoga Teacher Training through Naturally Yoga and developed a children's yoga program that she brought to a number of local preschools and after- school programs. Melissa's passion for yoga grew, and she went on to complete a 3. Yoga Teacher Training at The American Yoga Academy in 2. She also completed additional trainings in prenatal and restorative yoga, as well as becoming a certified IM=X Pilates instructor. She recently left classroom teaching to pursue a full- time career as a yoga and Pilates instructor, sharing her passion for healthy living and fitness. Melissa is excited to join the U Yoga team, teaching U- Hatha and Flow classes. Susan Barber. Staff Instructor. Susan Barber began her yoga journey 2. Ashtanga yoga studying with her first and primary teacher Beryl Bender Birch. She spent 5 years training to become a teacher of yoga, travelling to India to immerse herself in the culture of the ancient tradition and spending time at Swami Satchidanandas Ashram. Susan spent several years in Germany working with Wounded Warriors and those healing from Trauma as well as having taught internationally for the past 1. Singapore, Bahrain and Europe. On staff at the Frankfurt International School, Susan taught yoga to the parents, staff and her favorite littlest yogis in the 3- 5 year old classes. Susan and family recently settled in Ridgewood NJ and she is excited to share yoga with the local community. Her classes are traditional and alignment based while encouraging students to adapt the practice to their own bodies and unique needs ! Cara Schroter. U- Core and U- Strong Instructor. Fitness has always been a huge part of Cara's life as she played college soccer and always realized the importance of exercise. She completed her soccer career after graduating college in 2. Pilates classes after to fill the athletic void. She was intrigued and impressed on how her body responded to Pilates. Shortly after she was certified in January of 2. Pilates Principles to expand her group fitness classes. She currently is certified in AFAA Group Fitness, PIA Reformer, Power Pilates Mat, Peak Pilates MVe Chair, will. Power & grace, and CARDIOLATES(R). Cara has instructed at local facilities and studios since 2. High School soccer teams in Pilates. Cara joins U- Yoga as an instructor for the U- Core and U- Strong classes. She belives Core Strength is imperative to achieve the best form of exercise regardless of the kind of exercise you are doing. Once the student has a great foundation, it allows them to find balance and try new things. She believes balance is important as it will keep things interesting and challenging. Helaine Kay. U- Core and U- Strong Instructor. After retiring from her career in Advertising, Helaine decided to turn her passion for fitness into a career. Helaine has been teaching group fitness at various health clubs for almost 8 years, providing great motivation and knowledge to her spin and pilates' clients. She is thrilled to have the opportunity to bring her talent and passion now to U- Yoga. Helaine is the mother of 3 children ages 1. She is also the Fitness Editor for Bergen Mama, an online blog for all things . Helaine brings her positive energy to every class she teaches. Helaine joins the U- team teaching both U- Core and U- Strong classes. Irena Cevallos. U- Flow Instructor. Irena has been into fitness her whole life but after taking her first hot yoga class, she felt something different. She had fallen in love with yoga and wanted to share it with everyone else around her. Without hesitation, she answered her calling and made the decision to study with Ben Wisch at Flow Yoga Hohokus. In 2. 01. 5, she completed her 2. She is currently taking another 2. Amy Pastore and she is so passionate to learn more about yoga. In taking Irena's class you can expect to sweat your way through a challenging but playful flow. She feels grateful to be able to do what she loves, her teachings come from her heart and love for yoga. Tommy Coombs. U- Yoga ROCKS! In 2. 01. 1, he completed his first 2. Jody Domerstad at Hot Yoga NJ and he completed his second 2. Raji Thron at Yoga Synthesis In 2. Forever the student, he continues his journey by attending trainings and workshops to share the benefits that come from the practice of Yoga. Tommy also plays the drums and has performed, traveled and recorded with many bands that helps bring his love of music into his teaching style. He joins the U- Team teaching U- Yoga ROCKS! Lori Brophy. U- Flow Instructor. Lori took her first Yoga class over 1. She came away with a much greater gift and learned to integrate the practice of Yoga into her daily life on and off the mat. She approaches yoga as an opportunity to find relaxation and balance in a busy life, cultivate flexibility and reconnect to innate joy. Continuing her education through workshops and retreats, she applies this knowledge to grow as both teacher and student. It is her desire to give her students a deep understanding of asana, alignment and anatomy so they can learn the needs of their body. Allison Felderman. Customer Service Representative. Allison began her career in the fitness industry back in 2. She has many years of customer service experience both in her native homeland of New Zealand, England and her in the U. S. She loves to meet and serve people and is excited to be part of the inspirational U- Team as a customer service representative. Allison has lived in the U. S. She currently resides in Ramsey with her husband and daughter. Jen Edleson. Customer Service Representative. Jen has always been passionate about health education and body awareness on all levels. She worked for almost 1. NYC, and then co- produced a TV show on diabetes for an NYC- based independent film- making studio. Jen is also a certified reiki master. She lives in Ramsey with her husband and 2 children. Jen joins the U- team as one of our customer service representatives. Patti Lewis. U- Flow Instructor. Patti began her journey taking yoga as a senior in high school. She became a group fitness instructor during college at a gym chain. Although there were detours allowing for growth as an artist, art therapist, and dancer, she found her way back to her yoga practice after the birth of her children. Patti has studied Bikram, Vinyasa, and Hatha Raja yoga. Her teachers have found form in her teaching style. The combined experience as an artist and love of dance shows in the stylish imagery, strength, and flow of her class. ERYT, receiving her training at Bamboomoves Yoga and HOMe Yoga. She continues to add to her training through workshops and intensives. Moving from a place rooted in the philosophy of yoga, the poses carry not only form but focus on transformation inside and out. Patti joins the U- YOGA team teaching U- Flow classes. Amy Pressman. U- Core and U- Strong Instructor. Amy! Teaching group fitness classes lead her to a lifetime dedication of running and strength training. Recognizing the need for further growth, Amy looked to add the all important component of . In 2. 01. 2 Amy became certified in Pilates matwork and immediately began training clients on the importance of Pilates style training for the core muscle groups. With over 2. 5 years of education and experience, Amy joins the UYOGA team teaching both U- CORE1 and U- STRONG classes. As she grew older, she realized she wanted to change lives through health and fitness. She began coaching girl's softball and cheerleading at the school where she currently teaches 5th grade. Her fitness career started off with boot camps in the park for the locals, to in home personal training, to teaching yoga, kickboxing, strength training, and core classes in various facilities. She soon fell in love with yoga and began to add her own unique practice to her classes. Daniela also teaches yoga to children at schools for summer programs. She is very excited to join the U Yoga team! Daniela is committed to giving her students the best possible workout while making them stronger physically and mentally. Matt Plotkin Matthew was first introduced to yoga around 2. Hofstra University in Long Island, NY. He dived into a traditional hot yoga practice and found many challenges and rewards in body and mind. Following this he branched out to explore other planets in the yoga solar system before finally settling at Strala Yoga in NYC where he attended his 2. Yoga Teacher training with Tara Stiles and Mike Taylor in 2. Matthew draws from his experience in multiple disciplines to create a yoga class based on mind- body connection, moving from one's center and moving naturally; in a way that feels good. Jude Saoud. Jude began yoga in 2. Philadelphia. She Instantly feel in love with yoga and began doing kharma yoga work at that studio for the next three years. After working as a nurse for eleven years in both Pennsylvania and NJ, she stopped working a few years after her third baby was born. The draw back to yoga was strong, so she enrolled in a 2. She now continues with her advanced three hundred hour RYT, in which she will graduate at the end of June. Her love for yoga has been an inspiration in so many ways and has connected her to many wonderful people. And the best part, is her journey has just begun. Teresa Chronopoulos. Teresa has a passion for fitness and living a healthy lifestyle. She began her fitness journey in 2. She knew this was the time to get her body back and focus some time on herself. In 2. 00. 9, Teresa was chosen to be featured in Shape Magazine as a weight loss success story. This gave Teresa the motivation and determination to continue on her path to a healthy lifestyle. Teresa found a love for Hot Yoga and Pilates.
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