tag:www.swflnaturalawakenings.com,2005:/categories/fit-body?page=3Fit Body Fit Body | Natural Awakenings Naples and Fort Myers Page 3Healthy Living Healthy Planet2021-10-06T15:11:26-07:00urn:uuid:4a5aef47-f477-4604-8c30-ad9ea4203fe22021-08-17T10:48:35-07:002021-10-06T15:11:26-07:00Yoga to Heal Trauma: Soothing Poses Calm the Nervous System2021-08-31 06:30:00 -0700Marlaina DonatoTrauma-informed yoga (also called trauma-sensitive yoga) is a promising therapeutic branch of the yogic system designed to quell the body’s programmed “fight-or-flight” responses.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.swflnaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Naples and Fort Myers</a></small></p>urn:uuid:dfaa89c1-92de-4adc-ba64-eeb57cb61cb32021-07-20T10:38:28-07:002021-10-06T15:11:58-07:00Water Sports for a Total Body Workout: Cool Ways to Stay Fit this Summer 2021-07-30 06:30:00 -0700Marlaina DonatoWaterskiing, stand up paddle boarding (SUP), river rafting, kayaking, SUP yoga and other summer water sports that improve bone density, elevate mood and engage major muscle groups.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.swflnaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Naples and Fort Myers</a></small></p>urn:uuid:c1bc58c3-b9bd-4fa4-a6e5-34272a5accd82021-06-15T10:34:36-07:002022-01-01T17:59:00-08:00Soulful Strides: Running as a Spiritual Practice2021-06-30 06:30:00 -0700Marlaina DonatoPressing our feet upon the Earth can be much more than a form of health-promoting exercise, as running can be introspective, and over time, a spiritual practice.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.swflnaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Naples and Fort Myers</a></small></p>urn:uuid:5f0a9261-cd09-4db2-b3ef-fb6d89b2a4802021-05-19T09:13:31-07:002021-07-12T05:56:38-07:00The Fit Gardener: Backyard Workouts Good for Mind and Body2021-05-28 06:30:00 -0700Marlaina DonatoGardening can foster fitness, burn calories and support heart health by offering an opportunity for moderate intensity exercise and providing a challenging workout with aerobic benefits.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.swflnaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Naples and Fort Myers</a></small></p>urn:uuid:7c28bcba-48ce-4a1c-8b64-5734f07488c52021-04-21T14:53:11-07:002021-06-01T21:21:40-07:00Stay Fit with Bodywork Therapy: Enhance Workout Performance and Recovery with Massage2021-04-30 06:30:00 -0700Marlaina DonatoTherapeutic massage and other bodywork modalities before or after exercise can combat post-workout soreness and stiffness, maximizing our fitness investments in and out of the gym.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.swflnaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Naples and Fort Myers</a></small></p>urn:uuid:b3a0f97b-c7d5-41f0-94dd-4e9d403f74bd2021-03-15T11:16:25-07:002021-06-01T21:22:44-07:00Eco-Athletes: Working Out with the Planet in Mind2021-03-31 06:30:00 -0700Marlaina DonatoProfessional and recreational athletes alike are increasingly working out with the planet in mind. Here are some sustainable ways to put eco-fitness into action.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.swflnaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Naples and Fort Myers</a></small></p>urn:uuid:ae19bab0-0fae-4733-8a18-610201dbaa6d2021-02-19T08:30:40-08:002021-05-28T08:33:26-07:00On a Roll: Foam Rollers Ease Pain and Workout Recovery2021-02-26 06:30:00 -0800Marlaina DonatoFoam rolling targets trigger points or painful knots in muscles and is a valuable tool for reducing chronic pain and enhancing workout recovery.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.swflnaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Naples and Fort Myers</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d221491f-6b3a-4185-b516-a6439852963c2021-01-19T09:57:16-08:002023-02-28T14:45:39-08:00Halting Hypertension: Exercises to Lower High Blood Pressure2021-01-29 06:30:00 -0800Marlaina DonatoFortifying healthy lifestyle changes with aerobic exercise, yoga and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can help prevent and manage high blood pressure readings.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.swflnaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Naples and Fort Myers</a></small></p>urn:uuid:ef227cc4-f3c7-4d7f-b75d-3fd82bb0dbb82020-12-16T10:35:51-08:002021-06-30T07:19:16-07:00Staying Fit in 2021: Workout Trends Bend to the Times2020-12-30 06:30:00 -0800Marlaina DonatoFor 2021, fitness will be about better health and inner peace through smaller workout classes, outdoor exercise sessions, remote coaching and cost-effective wellness apps.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.swflnaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Naples and Fort Myers</a></small></p>urn:uuid:c3882762-f658-4d9b-b0e5-2bf1202041f82020-11-16T09:28:17-08:002021-12-30T21:13:36-08:00Mind-Body Fitness: How Mindfulness Benefits Workouts2020-11-27 06:30:00 -0800Marlaina DonatoHave fewer exercise injuries, improve immunity, reduce stress and develop a commitment to fitness by applying mindfulness approaches to your workouts.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.swflnaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Naples and Fort Myers</a></small></p>urn:uuid:28b63bbc-8210-4ce0-9419-3edf5cc2729f2020-10-21T09:31:17-07:002021-12-30T21:15:09-08:00Body Gratitude: Being Thankful Empowers Our Workouts2020-10-30 06:30:00 -0700Marlaina DonatoWays to cultivate an appreciation for our bodies to help us stay motivated at maintaining a workout routine and reap the many health benefits of exercise and gratitude.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.swflnaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Naples and Fort Myers</a></small></p>urn:uuid:3482538e-6723-4d6d-be85-51cc87c70be92020-09-17T11:45:32-07:002023-02-28T14:53:08-08:00Tai Chi and Qigong: Life Force in Motion2020-09-30 06:30:00 -0700Marlaina DonatoThe many health benefits of tai chi, the modified martial art of gentle meditative movement, and qigong, the mind-body wellness system that uses breath, simple movement and stillness.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.swflnaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Naples and Fort Myers</a></small></p>urn:uuid:e151bd4d-f752-4c28-a920-d62780f682872020-08-25T13:08:31-07:002023-02-28T14:55:45-08:00Yoga for Every Body: Adaptive Ways Ease Pain and Immobility2020-08-31 06:30:00 -0700Marlaina DonatoAdaptive yoga can help people challenged by injury, chronic pain, autoimmune disease or debilitating conditions like multiple sclerosis achieve health and wellness in mind, body and spirit.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.swflnaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Naples and Fort Myers</a></small></p>urn:uuid:dee2b588-f667-4ce8-9754-3b577f6afe8a2020-07-16T15:52:51-07:002023-02-28T14:56:43-08:00Mindful Walking: Meditative Steps for Well-Being2020-07-31 06:30:00 -0700Marlaina DonatoWalking or hiking with a meditative focus that fosters focus on each step, known as mindful walking, can combat depression, anxiety and unhealthy food cravings by boosting neurotransmitters.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.swflnaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Naples and Fort Myers</a></small></p>urn:uuid:b24b95b1-137a-40a8-b742-3cca8b8a50f22020-06-10T12:09:33-07:002020-12-02T11:55:58-08:00Balancing Act: Exercises for Strength and Stability2020-06-30 06:30:00 -0700Marlaina DonatoProtect yourself from falls and injury with core-strengthening balance training, yoga and tai chi exercises and poses designed to increase agility.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.swflnaturalawakenings.com">Natural Awakenings Naples and Fort Myers</a></small></p>