tag:www.naatlanta.com,2005:/categories/fit-body?page=3Fit Body Fit Body | Natural Awakenings Atlanta Page 3Healthy Living Healthy Planet2022-12-30T11:12:58-05:00urn:uuid:7f6cefba-6b00-4803-a45f-8679cd6e04de2022-03-13T13:26:39-04:002022-12-30T11:12:58-05:00Spirited Strides: Power Walk to Better Fitness2022-03-31 09:30:00 -0400Marlaina DonatoPower walking – taking longer strides and using the arms to propel motion – amps up cardiovascular benefits and takes metabolic conditioning to another level.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naatlanta.com">Natural Awakenings Atlanta</a></small></p>urn:uuid:7fc3714f-eac7-4ecd-bb52-6cbfab5efa132022-02-02T14:02:48-05:002022-04-12T06:49:20-04:00A Weekend Warrior Survival Guide: Prevention, First-Aid and Recovery2022-02-28 09:30:00 -0500Marlaina DonatoWeekend warrior injuries can be serious, taking months and even surgery to be resolved. With prevention, simple exercises and minimal investment of time, most suffering can be avoided.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naatlanta.com">Natural Awakenings Atlanta</a></small></p>urn:uuid:e3405265-7393-4548-9af3-b7ba9df2de142022-01-12T13:39:39-05:002022-03-26T08:40:00-04:00Power Up Your Workouts: A Guide to Protein Powders and Shakes2022-01-31 09:30:00 -0500Maya WhitmanWhen we fortify our diet with digestible, nutritionally dense, plant-based protein, we amp up our fitness efforts, enhance immunity and offset premature aging.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naatlanta.com">Natural Awakenings Atlanta</a></small></p>urn:uuid:0f19b7e9-f87e-46bc-938b-39c91fe58b102021-12-22T08:20:39-05:002024-03-29T05:47:15-04:00Whole-Person Fitness: Current Trends in Wellness Tools2022-01-01 06:00:00 -0500Maya WhitmanCurrent fitness wearables even include rings that offer more detailed biometric data including blood pressure, heart rate, sleep and calories burned. With some smartwatches now priced under $50, it’s clear why the business marketing firm Grandview Research predicts significant annual growth for such products for the next six years.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naatlanta.com">Natural Awakenings Atlanta</a></small></p>urn:uuid:e7867160-3b87-47ce-837f-75ac2172c6dc2021-11-30T00:28:36-05:002024-03-29T05:47:15-04:00Holiday Zen: Stress-Free Fitness And Self-Care2021-12-02 06:00:00 -0500Maya WhitmanMovement and simple self-care, even for a few minutes, can lower cortisol levels that often contribute to excessive food cravings. Walking, going for a run, lifting weights, or getting into the pool or onto the yoga mat can help us enjoy the season with less angst.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naatlanta.com">Natural Awakenings Atlanta</a></small></p>urn:uuid:500d6e4f-b650-45d2-abce-42331fd5210a2021-10-29T18:44:06-04:002024-03-29T05:47:15-04:00Sacred Dance: Moving into Divine Energy2021-11-02 06:00:00 -0400Marlaina DonatoHeart-healthy dancing of all types is known to promote overall physical and mental health. When they are spirit-infused, forms like African, Middle Eastern, ecstatic and yoga-inspired kundalini dance offer us the opportunity to stay in shape while also fortifying the body’s intrinsic life force.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naatlanta.com">Natural Awakenings Atlanta</a></small></p>urn:uuid:bff11df6-50e0-4071-9ae6-f52ca441bcb52021-09-13T12:57:24-04:002022-01-01T21:01:45-05:00Walk About: Simple Steps to Well-Being2021-09-30 09:30:00 -0400Laura Paisley BeckWalking briskly daily has many proven health benefits. Here are tips for getting started including proper shoes, ways to incorporate a dog, and how to stay motivated and committed.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.naatlanta.com">Natural Awakenings Atlanta</a></small></p>urn:uuid:dfaa89c1-92de-4adc-ba64-eeb57cb61cb32021-07-20T13:38:28-04:002021-10-06T18:11:58-04:00Water Sports for a Total Body Workout: Cool Ways to Stay Fit this Summer 2021-07-30 09:30:00 -0400Marlaina 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.naatlanta.com">Natural Awakenings Atlanta</a></small></p>urn:uuid:c1bc58c3-b9bd-4fa4-a6e5-34272a5accd82021-06-15T13:34:36-04:002022-01-01T20:59:00-05:00Soulful Strides: Running as a Spiritual Practice2021-06-30 09:30:00 -0400Marlaina 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.naatlanta.com">Natural Awakenings Atlanta</a></small></p>urn:uuid:5f0a9261-cd09-4db2-b3ef-fb6d89b2a4802021-05-19T12:13:31-04:002021-07-12T08:56:38-04:00The Fit Gardener: Backyard Workouts Good for Mind and Body2021-05-28 09:30:00 -0400Marlaina 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.naatlanta.com">Natural Awakenings Atlanta</a></small></p>urn:uuid:0372017d-361e-477c-b671-9232d80eff642021-04-29T19:11:50-04:002024-03-29T05:47:15-04:00Stay Fit with Bodywork Therapy: Enhance Workout Performance and Recovery with Massage2021-05-01 13:00:00 -0400Marlaina DonatoTherapeutic massage and other bodywork modalities are well-known stress-busters, but they can also hasten recovery after a workout or injury. A little restorative TLC with a bodywork practitioner 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.naatlanta.com">Natural Awakenings Atlanta</a></small></p>urn:uuid:b3a0f97b-c7d5-41f0-94dd-4e9d403f74bd2021-03-15T14:16:25-04:002021-06-02T00:22:44-04:00Eco-Athletes: Working Out with the Planet in Mind2021-03-31 09:30:00 -0400Marlaina 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.naatlanta.com">Natural Awakenings Atlanta</a></small></p>