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Yoga Treatment for Menopausal Women

If you are between the ages of 45 and 55, and your heart is racing (but not because you want sex), you have hot flashes, night sweats, problems sleeping, mood swings and irregular periods, you are probably menopausal. The good news is that these symptoms are temporary. Still, you probably want to be as comfortable as possible during the duration. One way to reduce your symptoms is to practice relaxation techniques. Yoga treatment helps many menopausal women.

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How to Relieve Stress With Exercise

There are many benefits of a good exercise routine beyond burning calories. The fact is, exercise is one of the best ways to relieve stress and anxiety. There is no single exercise that is the best for relieving stress because it depends on the individual. Some people decompress by doing cardiovascular workouts, like kickboxing or hot yoga, that get their heart rate going. Others do better with meditative exercise, such as hatha yoga or qigong, that lets them escape their worries. Some people prefer cross-training or other types of combination workouts because the diversity of activities keeps them from getting bored. Follow these guidelines to get on the path to a less stressful life.

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How Many Calories Are Burned With Yoga?

As you delve deeper into your yoga practice, probably the most important things you will learn are being present in the moment, focusing on your breath, and going farther while finding comfort in each asana (pose). Calorie-counting may be the last thing on your mind. But if you practice yoga as part of a health plan to help you lose weight, how much does each yoga session contribute to your efforts?