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'When we're naked, it's like we're all the same': Yoga studio offers all-nude co-ed classes to overcome body issues and vulnerability

One New York City yoga studio has taken yoga’s flexible principles to the next level by offering co-ed, naked vinyasa courses.
The class, introduced the Bold & Naked studio in Chelsea, is supposed to provide students with a new way to focus on celebrating their bodies and is not intended to be sexually evocative.
'There are a lot of things that separate us in a normal yoga class, like what brand of yoga clothing you're wearing or how you look when you're wearing it,' Vanessa Kennedy, a naked yoga class attendee, told Reuters. 'But when we're naked, it's like we're all the same.'

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The BaliSpirit Festival - 7 years of magic!
As the BaliSpirit Festival celebrates its seventh year, news of this gathering of world-renowned musicians, yogis and dancers from every continent has spread across the globe. The BaliSpirit Festival has become a magnet for fans, students and followers of every yoga, movement, healing and music calling. Weeks before the Festival, Ubud begins to fill with a colorful, international tribe of conscious travelers, gathering in anticipation of one of the world's most inspiring events.

The first Festival in 2008 was pulled together in just three months—an incredible achievement for the Festival's founders, as well as a dream come true: They shared a vision to create a Festival that would both build and support community through the full spectrum of yoga and a rich diversity of world music and dance.

In 2008, Bali's tourism industry had not yet recovered from the devastating social and economic impacts of the 2002 and 2005 bombings. Building upon their love for the island and creative passion for yoga, dance, and music, the founders pooled their resources to develop an economically and environmentally sustainable annual event that would become a beacon for the burgeoning market of holistic travelers and attract domestic and foreign visitors back to the hills of Ubud. In 2013, the festival attracted over 6,000 guests during its five days of festivities, including visitors from 50 countries and 1,000 Balinese and Indonesians.

Set in the spectacular grounds of the Purnati Center for the Arts in Batuan, just 10 minutes south of Ubud, the Daytime Workshops and Dharma Fair enjoy an open-air venue unmatched for its inspiring, tropical beauty. Styles of yoga and movement have included Hatha, Vinyasa Flow, Yin, Laughter, Power, Anusara, Ashtanga, Silat, Capoeira, Poi, Qi Gong, and Juggling. Dance styles draw from Mandala, Javanese, Balinese, Indian, and West African traditions.

The "One World Stage" evening concerts take place in the heart of Ubud, at the Agung Rai Museum of Art (ARMA) outdoor stage, allowing easy access for both visitors and Ubud residents. This unique series of concerts knits together the distinctive traditional and contemporary musics of Bali and greater Indonesia with visiting artists from every world genre and every of the globe.

Over the past six years, the BaliSpirit Festival has worked alongside partner organizations in Bali, as well as international yoga teachers and musicians, to raise more than USD $75,000 for the Festival's annual Karma (Giving Back) outreach initiatives. Funds have contributed to children's programs, multicultural education & performances, health clinics, HIV & AIDS awareness, & environmental protection. The BaliSpirit Festival currently operates two outreach programs annually: The HIV & AIDS education program Ayo! Kita Bicara HIV & AIDS and the reforestation initiative, Bali ReGreen, as well as supporting other programs.

The BaliSpirit Festival is indeed a celebration—of the richness of culture, the sanctity of the environment, and harmony between people of all nations. Celebrate with us, and in doing so, help us to make the world a better place.

http://www.balispiritfestival.com

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6 Reasons You Should Sleep Naked

A recent study showed that less than 10 percent of Americans sleep in the buff. Whaa? Not only is it dead sexy, experts swear naked sleep is actually good for you. We asked them to spill on the top reasons you should ditch those pajamas for good.

By Natasha Burton

1. You'll Air Out Your Hoo-Ha
Jennifer Landa, MD, author of The S*x Drive Solution for Women, says that sleeping naked can be healthier for your private parts. While it's totally normal to have yeast and bacteria down there, the warm environment can sometimes cause an overgrowth. One way to prevent infections is to "air it out" and go commando.

2. You'll Sleep Better
While you might like being cozy and warm at night, it's actually important to have a cooler environment when you sleep, says Lisa Shives, MD, who sits on the National Sleep Foundation's board of directors. "Your body temp progressively declines as you sleep, which is a natural tendency of the body, so being too warm with heavy PJs and blankets can disrupt that." Sleeping naked, she says, can help your body stay cool.

3. You'll Look Hotter
According to naturopath Natasha Turner, best-selling author of The Hormone Diet, being too warm at night disrupts the release of melatonin and growth hormone-your main anti-aging hormones-into your body. "As your body temperature drops, growth hormone is released and works its regenerative magic," she says. And that keeps your skin and hair looking awesome.

4. You'll Lose Belly Fat
Sleeping naked helps you sleep more soundly, which will allow your levels of the stress hormone cortisol to decrease as you rest, keeping your energy and hunger levels in check, Turner says. When your sleep is disrupted, your cortisol will be too high when your alarm goes off, making you more likely to wake up hungry for comfort foods-and more likely to overeat them.

5. You'll Feel More Confident
Sleeping naked feels great, Landa says. "We can tune in to sensations like the feeling of the sheets and the coolness of the air, which can be very sexy" she says. "And feeling sexy increases confidence."
6. You'll Have Better S*x
Landa says that sleeping naked is great for your relationship because laying skin to skin will increase feel-good chemicals like the cuddle hormone oxytocin. "Sleeping naked encourages sexier relationships," she says. You'll feel more relaxed and be more in the mood for intimacy.

Yoga during menstruation?

Yoga practice during menstruation has always been a controversial issue. Some say it is ok to practise yoga during those difficult days whereas some believe it is dangerous to indulge in yoga during menstruation.

Listen to your Body

All women are different when it comes to menstruation. Some may feel the side effects such as pain, cramps, low energy, bloating, fatigue, mood swings, irritability etc. However, there are many who do not feel any problem during menstruation. Hence, before deciding on indulging in Yoga during menstruation, it is crucial to listen to your body.

Delicate Menstrual Cycle

Menstrual cycle is very delicate. For those who are stressed out and travel a lot or change diet frequently, the cycle can change. It is crucial to be aware of your cycle and to listen to your bodies. The state of our menstrual cycle actually reflects the state of our physical and mental health. Hence, it is not just asanas that affect the cycle but many other factors.

Relaxation Techniques

Practicing relaxation techniques such as yoga nidra can be extremely beneficial for women during menstruation. It helps clearing away various negativities and introduces acceptance and positivity of one’s self.

The Reasons to Avoid Yoga during Menstruation

The primary reason it is crucial to avoid practicing yoga is due to the related symptoms of menstruation. In case, a woman experiences extreme menstruation (flow of blood) then even the thought of practicing may result in negative emotions. Hence, the practice of Yoga under these circumstances should be limited to yoga nidra and other gentle pranayams including the following listed below:

• Bhramari or humming bee breath

• Anulom vilom or alternate nostril breathing

• Ujjayi or the victorious breath

• Deep breathing

Om Chanting can be quite beneficial for women during menstruation. It helps in relaxing body and mind. It also increases energy levels for those who face fatigue and low energy during this time.

In a Nutshell

To sum up, if you are not feeling too uncomfortable then practising yoga can be actually useful to help alleviate various symptoms such as abdominal cramps, mild pain, back pain etc. It can also help in balancing emotions such as mood swings, anger, anxiety, depression, irritability etc. Yoga during menstruation also helps with gentle opening of the pelvic region and relieves congestion.

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'5 Yoga Asanas to Increase Breast Size'

A fulsome breast is definitely an asset for a woman. Many long for a pair of firm, large breasts to enhance overall personality. It definitely imparts a beautiful figure. These days, women prefer going under the knife and pop miracle pills to get a perfect cup size. However, these may have side effects.

The best solution is to try yoga. It is a natural way of enhancing breast size. Each asana in Yoga is targeted towards specific muscles. Hence, performing some specific yoga exercises can enhance the breast appearance. Remember that these exercises do not have any impact on the breast tissues. They just work on pectoral muscles and result in fuller breasts. The method is quite affordable.


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http://www.foodfitnesslifelove.com/yoga/5-yoga-asanas-to-increase-breast-size/

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Yoga to Cure Back Pain – Incredible Health Benefits of Yoga
Back pain has become one of the most common problems of modern day.

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