Yoga

Yoga is a way of increasing one’s spiritual awareness, as well as increasing mental and physical flexibility. Approximately sixteen million Americans regularly practice yoga. Contrary to what some people think, you don’t have to be “overly-flexible” to practice yoga. If that means you can’t touch your toes, so be it. Good teachers will gently push you to the edge, but not allow you to strain yourself.

Part of the fun of a regular yoga program is constantly challenging the body with new and more difficult poses. Holding new poses may be challenging, and as a result, one may feel the same soreness (and results) that you would normally associate with a strength training workout. Yoga brings you a closer connection with your mind and body, and practicing these lessons over and over again will eventually lead you to deal with stressful situations more easily in day-to-day life.

What is yoga?

Yoga is the practice of asanas (postures) and deep breathing to exercise both the mind and body. Through these asanas, yoga influences the chemical balance of the brain, which can improve one’s mental state of being.

What are the benefits of yoga?

  • Increases circulation and flexibility
  • Releases toxins from the body
  • Strengthens muscles, bones, tendons, and joints
  • Increases intake of oxygen into the bloodstream
  • Enhances the function of the respiratory, digestive, and endocrine systems
  • Diminishes insomnia and other stress-related ailments
  • Reduces back pain and headaches
  • Enhances joint flexibility while reducing joint pain
  • Reduces symptoms of allergies and asthma

We at Optimum Results utilize a “Yin/Yang” approach to yoga sessions. This combination allows clients to attain maximum health by reducing mental stress while gaining physical strength.

We are able to conform sessions to the individual. If you are looking for a more mentally stimulating session, this can be achieved. However, if you need a more active, physical approach to your session, this can be done as well.

Yoga is offered in an individual or small group in-home setting. Yoga can also be offered in a small class setting at an office or fitness center. We strive to form a program that is consistently physically and mentally stimulating, while always keeping the client’s safety as our top priority.

  • Tip of the Month

    May 2012

    A Healthier BBQ

    Main Courses-

    ½ Rack Ribs- 550cals, 37g fat. Chicken w/Skin- 450 cals, 36g fat. Chicken w/o skin- 330 cals, 15g fat. Grilled Filet (6 oz.)- 400 cals, 20g fat. Plank Salmon- 260 cals, 15g fat. BBQ Chicken Breast- 180 cals, 3g fat. Chicken Kabob- 140 cals, 6g fat. Cheeseburger- 470 cals, 23g fat. Hamburger- 330 cals, 16g fat. Turkey Burger- 300 cals, 11g fat. Hot Dog- 260 cals, 15g fat.

    Sides-

    Mac n Cheese- 400 cals, 3g fat. Potato Salad- 200 cals, 13g fat. Cole Slaw- 160 cals, 11g fat. Chips (2 oz.)- 300 cals, 20g fat. Grilled Clams (10)- 140 cals, 2g fat. Corn on the Cob- 120 cals, 2g fat. Fruit Salad- 100 cals, 0g fat. Grilled shrimp (8)- 50 cals, 0g fat. Grilled Pineapples- 50 cals, 0g fat.

    Drink Choices-

    Frozen Margarita- 325 cals.  Gin and Tonic- 200 cals.  Margarita on rocks- 170 cals.  Beer- 105-175 cals.  Light Beer- 55-85 cals.  Soda (12 oz.)- 150 calories.

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  • Recipe of the Month

    May 2012

    Banana Raisin French Toast

    Nutrition Per serving:

    Calories: 318. Carbohydrates: 58g. Fat: 5g. Protein: 13g.

    INGREDIENTS:

    1 ripe banana, peeled

    2 teaspoons frozen orange-juice concentrate

    4 slices cinnamon-raisin bread

    2 large egg whites

    1/4 cup nonfat milk

    1/4 cup nonfat or low-fat plain yogurt

    1 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup, or honey

    1 teaspoon butter, divided

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