Yoga keeps you fit emotionally and physically!

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Most people think that yoga is just meditating and humming, but it offers so much more.　 When people first walk into a yoga class, they typically don't know what they are in for,　and afterwards, they feel exhilarated, refreshed, and are completely sweaty!　 I have many athletes that come to my class and say that our workout was not only, the hardest workout, but also the best. You get your cardio in, core work, strengthening of the entire body, improvement of flexibility, pain management, strengthening of the mind, and stress reduction.　 The list is endless.　 People also don't realize that there are many different styles of yoga.　 Each one is different, so there is a style of yoga for everyone.　 For example, if you are looking for a great workout involving a lot of cardio, you would want to go to a flow class (Vinyasa-meditation in motion). If you are looking for pain management, an alignment class (iyengar) would be best.　 There are many more styles but those are the most commonly found.　 Yoga Works, it’s that simple. Try a class for yourself and see. It keeps you fit emotionally and physically.　 A little piece of advice: always consult with a yoga instructor before class, so that you can get the best yoga experience for you.

　　　　　　　 I am currently a yoga instructor and studio owner of Yoga at Tiffany's. I offer level one classes that work on alignment of poses and modifications that fit everyone’s needs.　 I also offer a flow class that also includes a heated room (90 degrees and hotter).　 Visit us online at

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Reshaping Fitness

Fitness has come a long way in the past few years, and we are now figuring out that a one dimensional workout routine has many weaknesses. Our body needs several things when it comes to fitness. Some types of work outs can actually prevent our bodies from having easy, fluid movement. Other types of training can hurt our bodies from a strength perspective.

In my opinion, the best way to receive positive benefits from fitness is with a technique called muscle confusion. It’s simple; just mix things up a bit. I recommend three different types of fitness training per week, several times each week. For example, Jiu Jitsu 2 times per week, weight training 2-3 times per week, and cardio training 2-3 times per week.

Your body needs traditional weight lifting for strength, aerobic activity for conditioning, and yoga or Jiu Jitsu for stretching and lengthening muscles. There are several new programs, like Cross Fit, that put them all together in one workout, or they can be done separately.

Not only are there different formats for fitness, there are also different styles of training in each format. For example, if you lift weights 4-5 days per week, every week, use a different style. One week may be power week on weights, the next week may be Tabata, superset, intervals, circuits or pyramids. The main purpose for the variations is so your body doesn’t get used to any one style, and as a result, your training is more effective.

Inside the different formats and styles, it is important that you are using the right amount of weight and lifting properly. For example, you may do dumbbells one week and jump from a bench to a ball to work on your stabilizing muscles. You could also do negatives, static holds, or explosive power lifts for different results as well. The point is, don’t let your workout get stale and boring because it doesn’t need to be. Amazing results are out there, you just have to reach out and grab them. Remember, there are no limits to what you can achieve with hard work and dedication.

Dave Johnson is the owner of No Limits Gym. No Limits offers Cross Fit, Fighfit, Agility Training, Strength Training, Yoga, Zumba, Boot Camps as well as MMA, Jiu Jitsu, Wrestling, Submission Grappling and Muay Thai. Visit them online at www.nolimitsgym.com

Dave Johnson

Nolimitsgym.com

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