yoga & mind-body
FitTip: Be Gentle When You Stretch Your Neck
Plagued by neck pain? Some stretches can actually cause more harm than good. Learn three safe, easy ways to soothe a sore neck.

A good neck stretch can ease aching muscles, if it's done slowly and safely. If not, you may end up with an even bigger pain in the neck. To reduce your risk of neck strain, never bounce or roll your neck in a complete circle while stretching.
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Lotus Lessons: Cobra
Here's another classic yoga pose that leads to a healthier, stronger and more flexible spine.There is an old yoga saying that goes something like this: "You are as young as your spine is supple." This means that by keeping a strong, flexible, healthy spine, you will last longer. The spine houses the central nervous system, which travels from the brain to every other system.
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Lotus Lessons: Dancer's Pose
Lotus Lessons: Dancer's Pose Develop the poise and grace of a dancer by mastering this challenging pose.

Nataraja is a name of Siva, Lord of the Dance. This vigorous and beautiful pose is dedicated to Siva, who is also the fountain and source of yoga. Here is a simplified version of this pose.

Start in Tadasana or Mountain Pose. Focus straight ahead.

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Down Dog
Your pooch already uses this important, transitional yoga pose. Now get on all fours, because it's your turn.

Anyone who has owned a dog has seen this basic yoga posturing many times. Its full name is Downward Facing Dog (in Sanskrit Adho Mukha Svansana), more commonly known as Down Dog.
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