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Jan 12

Flexibility may ward off severe neck pain in men

Men may not stretch as much as they need to when they go to the gym, according to fitness columnist Lenny Bernstein. They can pump iron to work on their "vanity muscles," or run on a treadmill for good cardio. However, if men neglect their flexibility in their workouts, they may pay for it later on in life through severe neck pain and other symptoms.

"What happens when you neglect a large muscle a lot is…you have a large imbalance," former professional dancer Alvaro Maldonado told Bernstein. This unevenness can lead to problems in posture.

Regardless of what muscle groups men work on, Maldonado believes it is important to lengthen muscles, keep a tight core and maintain both proper skeletal alignment and breathing, according Bernstein's column.

So if there are any men who are interested in maintaining an optimal balance between their muscle groups, they can rest assured that Dahn Yoga health exercises can stretch their muscles, support a tight core and teach breathing skills. They certainly wouldn't be the only ones checking out such classes; a study published in the Yoga Journal reported that among the 15.8 million American adults practicing yoga in 2008, more than one-quarter were men!

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3
Nov 11

Performing yoga for back and neck pain relief may reduce reliance on doctor

Although routine checkups at the doctor's office can be included among other good health habits, such as eating right and exercising, some believe that relying on physicians too much can take an unnecessary toll on one's wallet. Instead, individuals who struggle with chronic pain and discomfort may be better off adopting a complementary regimen like yoga to help them manage their symptoms.

This is the viewpoint of yoga practitioner Sandra Parsons, who wrote in the Daily Mail that engaging in the holistic Eastern regimen helped her decrease her reliance on her doctor. About six years ago, she suffered a prolapsed disc that caused her considerable pain and reduced her mobility. Her osteopath encouraged her to perform the gentle poses and calming stretches of yoga, which helped alleviate the discomfort.

"What we urgently need to do is reconnect with our bodies and with life's simple pleasures," Parsons wrote in her article. "We need to take control of our health and the best way to start is with exercise."

Yoga is an activity that may benefit anyone looking for back or neck pain relief.

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24
Oct 11

Yoga instructor says stretches and breathing exercises are good method of neck pain treatment

Fall is probably the best time of the year for sleeping. It's not too hot and it's not too cold – the temperature is perfect for you to curl up under a cozy comforter and drift off. But imagine waking up with intense neck pain after a good night's sleep. This uncomfortable condition can throw off your entire routine and make you feel cranky before the day has even begun. The ailment is common among people in the U.S., which may be why millions of Americans have adopted the holistic regimen of yoga.

The Eastern program – which features gentle stretches, calming poses and refreshing breathing exercises – is known to be an excellent method of neck pain treatment. Many enthusiasts say that the tranquil maneuvers have helped them relieve the stress, tension and discomfort associated with the condition.

"Most of us suffer from overly tight shoulder and neck muscles," said yoga instructor Julie Aha, quoted by the Gettysburg Times. "It's often caused by bending our heads forward to read, work on our computers and perform our daily chores."

She explained that this stresses the muscles on the back of the neck. Gently stretching this area and strengthening it through yoga can be a good way to sleep through the night and rest assured that you will wake up pain-free.

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17
Oct 11

Try this pose to help you get neck pain relief

Are you looking for a reliable method of neck pain relief? If so, you may want to try yoga, as the relaxing Eastern program has been shown to help many people relieve painful and uncomfortable symptoms associated with many medical conditions. Breathing exercises, gentle poses and tranquil stretches are also good health habits to have, since they can enhance many different aspects of your well-being.

If you are tired of waking up with severe pain and discomfort, it's time to do something about it. Try this pose, which was featured in the Providence Journal, and see if it helps ease your symptoms.

1. Kneel on the floor with your knees only slightly apart. Press your hands against your lower back and gently roll your neck back so that you are looking at the ceiling.

2. Stretch your torso back until your head touches the floor, using your hands for balance. Your palms should be pressed flat against the floor with your fingers pointing toward your feet.

3. Raise your hips slowly, lifting your pelvis as much as possible. Lengthen your upper spine and very gently walk your hands toward your feet.

4. Hold this pose for one minute, inhaling and exhaling deeply. Release and repeat 10 times.

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29
Jul 11

Yoga can help relieve the symptoms of many conditions, including severe neck pain and fibromyalgia

Many individuals do not fully appreciate the importance of good health until they develop a condition like arthritis or severe neck pain. These ailments may cause considerable stress and fatigue, and typically reduce patients' quality of life. As a result, these people may want to look into the practice of yoga, a holistic Eastern regimen that originated many centuries ago and has gained a substantial following in the West.

The mind-body system features deep breathing exercises, meditation, poses and stretches, all of which are designed to enhance multiple aspects of one's well-being. Countless enthusiasts have reported that the program enables them to strengthen their bodies, improve their flexibility and relieve tension or anxiety.

Recently, The Independent reported that practicing yoga twice a week for two months helped reduce stress and chronic pain among women with fibromyalgia. Canadian researchers conducted the study among a group of female participants who reported substantial discomfort and fatigue as a result of the diseases.

Lead author Kathryn Curtis explained that a hormone called cortisol, which is found in lower-than-normal levels in fibromyalgia sufferers, may be impacted by the practice of yoga.

"Ideally, our cortisol levels peak about 30 to 40 minutes after we get up in the morning and decline throughout the day until we're ready to go to sleep," she said, quoted by the news source. "The secretion of the hormone cortisol is dysregulated in women with fibromyalgia."

Curtis and her colleagues observed the impact of yoga on the subjects, each of whom took four 20-minute sessions to learn how to relax and focus on their breathing. At the end of the study period, all of the patients reported significant reductions in pain and anxiety.

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15
Aug 08

Dahn Yoga practice: Relief from Head Tension

Head Tension Relief Dahn Yoga Exercise

  1. Place your hands on your head with the thumbs close together at the hairline.
  2. Press your thumbs in to lightly massage your scalp at the hairline.
  3. Move your thumbs apart and continue to massage lightly along the hairline.
  4. End at the back of the neck.
  5. Massage the back of the neck with your thumbs, starting at the hairline and moving upward to the top of the head and forward to the front hairline, where STEP 1 started. Repeat STEPs 1 and 2.
  6. Lightly tap your entire head with your fingertips, beginning at the top, moving toward the back, and then to the temples, and finally to the forehead.
  7. Feel each area as you tap and continue to breathe out through your mouth.
  8. Spend 10-20 seconds tapping each area.

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