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Successful Behaviors
By Forte Yoga on March 27, 2018We’re all aware of the conventional things that super “successful” people do, right? They’re early-risers, schedule-followers, list-makers and perpetual networkers. While these are all great habits to form, what…
515Can I Do Yoga When Pregnant?
By Forte Yoga on February 18, 2018The short answer: yes. Yoga can be really helpful in maintaining and promoting physical health from pregnancy and labor. Yoga can even ease the difficulty and assist in the…
What Is Hot Yoga?
By Forte Yoga on February 27, 2017Hot yoga, or Bikram yoga, is a more rigorous and intense style of yoga that incorporates high temperature and humidity during practice. This induces sweat and water weight loss…
Is Yoga Cardio or Strength?
By Forte Yoga on April 18, 2016Yoga incorporates cardio and strength exercises but is more focused on strength building than cardio in most practices. The continuous stabilization of poses creates strength, and the balance of…
Yoga for Your Beach Body
By Forte Yoga on February 9, 2016With spring break right around the corner, you’re probably looking for ways to achieve the lean body you have been wanting. Instead of vigorous gym sessions, try getting toned…
Can Yoga Improve My Sex Life?
By Forte Yoga on November 3, 2015While yoga does create more flexibility in the body, the real changes you’ll encounter have to do with the mind. Remember that yoga is not merely a physical exercise,…
What Is Restorative Yoga?
By Forte Yoga on June 30, 2015Restorative yoga, although still a lesser-known option, remains a favorite among people worldwide because of its extremely de-stressing effects and its ability to open and stretch the body passively….
Practice Yoga for Healthier Skin
By Forte Yoga on May 26, 2015Yoga has an amazing mind-body connection that allows it to help ease tension and reduce stress in the body. The release of stress often leads to less tension being…
Is Hot Yoga Safe?
By Forte Yoga on April 21, 2015Most people have heard of – if not practiced – hot yoga. It’s an incredibly popular trend in the yoga world, which involves practicing various yoga styles, from Bikram…
Can I Do Yoga If I’m Overweight?
By Forte Yoga on March 31, 2015Because the majority of depictions of yoga involve thin, fit women, there’s a relatively common misconception that you can’t do yoga if you’re overweight. Not only can you…
What is a Dharma Yoga Wheel?
By Forte Yoga on March 12, 2015A Dharma Yoga Wheel is a hand-crafted wheel designed to deepen stretching and alignment of the body in the practice of yoga. A committed, well-articulated yoga practice alone can…
What is Stand-Up Paddle Board Yoga or SUP Yoga?
By Forte Yoga on February 23, 2015Stand-up paddleboard (SUP) yoga is exactly what it sounds like – practicing yoga poses on a paddleboard over open water. According to devotees of the practice, substituting the mat…
Does Yoga Help With Depression?
By Forte Yoga on February 19, 2015Depression affects a large population and can range in severity. There are many different forms of depression and symptoms are represented uniquely in many individuals. Depression is one of…
Does Yoga Lower Blood Pressure?
By Forte Yoga on February 12, 2015High blood pressure (HBP), or hypertension, is a major concern for adults, especially in America. 1 in every 3 American adults has hypertension, and children aren’t safe from it…
Does Yoga Get Easier?
By Forte Yoga on February 5, 2015The beauty of yoga is that it can be catered to each person; we have to be conscious of our bodies and the asanas we perform, and self-awareness is…