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Yoga Nidra for Emotional Issues Associated with Menstrual Irregularity

Posted by Victoria Weinblatt, MSEd, RYT-200, CMT | anxiety, Yoga Nidra - Guided Meditation |

Yoga Nidra as a complementary therapy to medication alleviates the psychological problems associated with menstrual irregularities better than medication alone.

Hatha Yoga Poses to Reduce Anxiety

Posted by Victoria Weinblatt, MSEd, RYT-200, CMT | anxiety, sequences / routines |

This series of Hatha yoga poses significantly reduces anxiety after only 8 classes, according to a...

4 Ways to Get Rid of Anxiety with Yoga

Posted by Victoria Weinblatt, MSEd, RYT-200, CMT | anxiety |

Here are 4 ways to get rid of anxiety with yoga. It may inhibit the brain from releasing chemicals that cause anxiety, according to a review of clinical studies.

4 Ways Yoga Gets Rid of Depression

Posted by Victoria Weinblatt, MSEd, RYT-200, CMT | depression, Iyengar |

Yoga can prevent and treat depression without medication or as complementary therapy, according to...

Yoga Reduces Menopausal Stress Better Than Exercise

Posted by Victoria Weinblatt, MSEd, RYT-200, CMT | menopause, stress |

Going to a comprehensive yoga class reduces menopausal stress better than exercise, according to a...

Yoga Increases Teen Test Scores Without Extra Studying

Posted by Victoria Weinblatt, MSEd, RYT-200, CMT | stress |

Teens perform better overall and in separate subjects when taking a comprehensive yoga class...

Weight Loss Without Dieting, Kripalu Yoga

Posted by Victoria Weinblatt, MSEd, RYT-200, CMT | compassion, integrative weight loss, kripalu, stress |

This Kripalu yoga non-dieting weight loss program, resulted in a loss of 16.95 pounds after one year, at a rate of 1.41 pounds per month. Participants also experienced emotional and spiritual growth, feeling more compassion for others and less stressed out.

Gentle Hatha Yoga for Major Depressive Disorder

Posted by Victoria Weinblatt, MSEd, RYT-200, CMT | depression, hatha yoga |

Gentle Hatha yoga can effectively alleviates symptoms of major depressive disorder better than a Health and Wellness program, according to a study in the Archives of Psychiatric Nursing, even if the students don’t complete their assigned daily yoga classes.

90-Minute Hatha Yoga Class to Reduce Stress

Posted by Victoria Weinblatt, MSEd, RYT-200, CMT | hatha yoga, sequences / routines, stress |

You can skip yoga class once in a while and still enjoy the emotional benefits of stress reduction. According to a study in the Journal of Nursing Research, just one class produces significant results. Although, to reduce the physical signs, you must attend classes regularly.

Yoga for Anxiety: An Overview of Clinical Studies

Posted by Victoria Weinblatt, MSEd, RYT-200, CMT | anxiety |

Yoga as a stand-alone therapy or a complement to medication “may benefit anxiety conditions” and “may be superior to medication for a subgroup” of adults. A quick & comprehensive overview of the results of early evidence-based literature published through 2005.