tag:www.nalancaster.com,2005:/categories/fit-body?page=12Fit Body Fit Body | Natural Awakenings Lancaster-Berks Page 12Healthy Living Healthy Planet2019-08-16T01:21:22-04:00urn:uuid:87ca2208-dc93-4ce1-a3bc-3cd0e14b98b72019-08-16T01:21:21-04:002019-08-16T01:21:22-04:00Senior Joggers Enjoy Youthful Metabolic Rate: Benefits of Running Later in Life2016-09-30 11:00:17 -0400AnonymousRunners older than 65 that run three times a week burn oxygen at the same rate as 20-year-old runners, thus expending a similar amount of metabolic energy.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nalancaster.com"> Natural Awakenings Lancaster-Berks</a></small></p>urn:uuid:0835f4f9-6904-46ae-80d6-c10d04a38a4a2019-08-16T00:24:28-04:002020-09-01T11:16:08-04:00Sweat Can Transfer Happiness: Contagious Emotional State2016-09-30 11:00:00 -0400AnonymousIn a double-blind study involving armpit pads and cameras recording facial expressions, Dutch researchers have found that positive emotions can be transferred from one person to another via human sweat.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nalancaster.com"> Natural Awakenings Lancaster-Berks</a></small></p>urn:uuid:33cbb1ae-8819-414b-a8f5-4aaa4d39df522019-08-16T00:59:30-04:002019-08-16T00:59:30-04:00Walking Meditation: The Calming and Centering Effects of Labyrinths2016-09-30 10:59:47 -0400Gina McGalliardFor those of us that want to meditate but can’t sit still, labyrinths provide an active way to get in touch with our innermost self.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nalancaster.com"> Natural Awakenings Lancaster-Berks</a></small></p>urn:uuid:27309b07-bd56-41fc-b4a2-c79a5e63af5f2019-08-16T00:32:02-04:002022-09-30T18:41:14-04:00Relax and Unwind: Restorative Yoga Poses Foster Healing2016-08-31 13:43:32 -0400Meredith MontgomeryIf even touching our toes is too much of a stretch, restorative yoga might be a good first move. It uses pillows, blocks and blankets to support the body in deeply healthful asanas.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nalancaster.com"> Natural Awakenings Lancaster-Berks</a></small></p>urn:uuid:466baa7a-cfda-4cae-89c5-d63b6cc27e3b2019-08-16T00:38:56-04:002019-08-16T00:38:56-04:00Just Walk: 22 Minutes a Day Boosts Well-Being2016-07-29 11:50:07 -0400Randy KambicThe good news about walking keeps mounting: A brisk stroll reduces anxiety and depression, helps us think more clearly and fosters honest shared conversation.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nalancaster.com"> Natural Awakenings Lancaster-Berks</a></small></p>urn:uuid:f1f564c7-67bf-4656-bcf4-ba6963c7b67d2019-08-16T00:12:21-04:002019-08-16T00:12:21-04:00Zen Golf: Master the Mind to Master the Game2016-06-30 11:13:46 -0400Aimee HughesMore golfers are turning to meditation, breathing and visualization to keep their minds focused and free of distraction.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nalancaster.com"> Natural Awakenings Lancaster-Berks</a></small></p>urn:uuid:afd6feca-750c-4f9a-8a13-26a6295674372019-08-16T00:11:00-04:002019-08-16T00:11:00-04:00Unsafe Playfields: Artificial Surfaces Pose Risks2016-05-31 11:09:36 -0400AnonymousAthletes suffer more injuries on artificial turf, and now the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has called for new studies to determine if links exist between synthetic surfaces and cancer in young athletes.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nalancaster.com"> Natural Awakenings Lancaster-Berks</a></small></p>urn:uuid:54e3d263-c4a6-49e2-909e-f4ff5994858a2019-08-16T00:44:40-04:002019-08-16T00:44:40-04:00Buff and Balanced: Bodybuilders Turn to Yoga2016-05-31 11:09:33 -0400Aimee HughesYoga, with its long slow stretches and inner focus, complements and balances the physical iron-pumping and competitive culture of bodybuilding.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nalancaster.com"> Natural Awakenings Lancaster-Berks</a></small></p>urn:uuid:229d99d2-c314-484f-af14-2292ba164fc82019-08-16T01:08:00-04:002019-08-16T01:08:00-04:00Facial Fitness: Exercises to Tone Your Face and Neck2016-04-29 12:02:50 -0400Kathleen BarnesCrows’ feet and wrinkles need not mark the passage of years; just follow these easy DIY routines.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nalancaster.com"> Natural Awakenings Lancaster-Berks</a></small></p>urn:uuid:7864ccdc-fc61-4ab0-a098-4d5cd471d4792019-08-16T00:09:01-04:002019-08-16T00:09:01-04:00Tai Chi Eases Effects of Chronic Disease: Patients Experience Improved Well-Being2016-03-31 10:48:26 -0400AnonymousA review of 33 studies found that Tai Chi reduces depression and muscle stiffness and increases well-being for patients with some chronic conditions.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nalancaster.com"> Natural Awakenings Lancaster-Berks</a></small></p>