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When Emotions Are Physical

Apr 25, 2019 02:00AM

Bodywork for Trauma and Grief by Marlaina DonatoMassage is often associated with spa-like pampering, yet it is also an effective therapy for reducing physical and emotional pain. Bodywork can lower bl

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Into the Woods: Hiking for Health and Happiness

Mar 29, 2019 11:53AM ● By Marlaina Donato

Hiking combines the heart-healthy and anti-aging benefits of walking with the calming and mood-elevating benefits of nature.

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Exercise vs. Allergies

Feb 28, 2019 02:00AM

All the Right moves by Marlaina DonatoSeasonal allergies plague more than 26 million Americans, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, with numbers on the rise in recent years. Thi

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MOVING THROUGH LIFE

Dec 31, 2018 02:00AM

Daily Motion Adds Up to Fitness by Marlaina DonatoExercise is often associated with the gym or yoga studio, but structured workouts aren’t the only way to keep physically and mentally fit. Whether reg

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Pound-Shedding Workouts

Nov 30, 2018 05:18PM

Best Exercises from Yoga to Cardio by Marlaina DonatoThere’s no one-size-fits-all approach to weight loss, but most trainers agree that consistent exercise is vital. According to studies by the Nation

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Pound-Shedding Workouts: Best Exercises from Yoga to Cardio

Nov 30, 2018 12:10PM ● By Marlaina Donato

The consistent exercise so vital to weight loss becomes easier when we choose a stress-reducing routine, set realistic goals and practice patience.

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REBOOTING LIBIDO

Sep 26, 2018 03:15AM

Exercise Rekindles Desire by Maya Whitman Because exercise delivers so many benefits, it’s not surprising that one of them is increased libido. A low sex drive can affect either gender at any age, and

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Why Our Body Loves Yoga: Gentle Poses Foster Flexibility

Aug 31, 2018 11:51AM ● By Marlaina Donato

You don't have to be super-flexible or practice intense poses to enjoy the many health and wellness benefits of yoga, available to any age group or physical type.

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Top Atlanta Hiking Trails You've Never Heard Of

Jun 30, 2018 02:00AM ● By Jonah McDonald

Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve (Photo: Jonah McDonald) By Jonah McDonaldWhen I decided to hike the entire 2,000-plus miles of the Appalachian Trail at age 23, I knew I was embarking on a transformativ

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Exercise To Sleep By: Quell Insomnia and Nighttime Anxiety

Jun 29, 2018 12:25PM ● By Marlaina Donato

By doing the right kind of exercise at the right time of day, we can sleep soundly all night long.

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Moving Through MENOPAUSE

May 01, 2018 05:00AM

Exercising Reduces Symptoms by Marlaina DonatoTransitioning through menopause and the years of perimenopausal hormone fluctuation leading up to the finale can be physically and emotionally challenging

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Gardening Asanas: Yoga Poses to Stay Pain-Free

Mar 30, 2018 12:58PM ● By Marlaina Donato

Overdoing garden work can produce aches and pains, but by integrating yoga positions while planting and weeding, we can emerge pain-free after hours of being on our knees and bending.

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