Yoga student David Brand puts it into perspective. “Since beginning yoga and stretching classes about 5 or 6 weeks ago, I have found that it is very relaxing and calming not only the body, but to the mind as well. Since the mind controls the body, I have found this approach to be an excellent com- plement to regular physical fitness.” Brand continues, “Make no mistake, it's not easy, but I would recommend it to anyone looking for a little balance and harmony in their lives.”


connect with all facets of human nature such as compassion, patience and love. A well-rounded person is able to tap into all sides without losing their own integrity.


Where to Start


Beginners might want to start with a hatha yoga style class. Hatha is classic yoga at its best. Yoga postures are built from the ground up. Like a building, the alignment is defined and the poses are held for anywhere from 5 to 20 breaths depending on the class. Hatha allows for an education in the pose, its correct alignment and its main benefits. Once a student has a firm grasp on the founda- tions of yoga, they can take the practice wherever they want to go, either by staying with hatha or perhaps moving to a more flowing Vinyasa series. Other options include an introduction to yoga class, a stretch class or a beginner gentle class.


Allowing yoga into your realm doesn’t mean you need to become a vegetarian or give up your kick boxing class but it does mean allowing yourself to step on the mat and rediscover every facet of what makes a man strong and supple at the same time. Are you ready for that? Yes, you are.


Nancy Mahon is the owner of Sanctuary Yoga Studios located at 132 Park Avenue, New City. The studio offers a ‘Deep Stretch for Stiff Dudes’ class on Tuesdays. For more information, call 548-1090. or visit SanctuaryYogaStudios.com.


You, Feeling Younger by Andre Fritz


the sole determining factor to longevity. In actuality, genes are but 25 percent of the whole picture, with diet, exercise, self-care and mental, emotional and spiritual outlooks all having an effect as well. One of the simplest things we can do is to keep ourselves hydrated. Newborns are almost 80% water whereas adults are 55- 60% water and seniors can be as low as 45% water. So give your body what it needs, crystal clear, pure H2O. Not liquids that contain sugar or caffeine, but actual water. In addition to our body having less water as we get older, our ability to perceive thirst diminishes as we age as well, so we must be more proactive in our approach to hydration. But how else do we keep our tis-


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sues hydrated to maintain our flexibility and mobility, especially when gravity is always pulling us down, shortening us and making us feel older? Structural In- tegration mechanically helps rehydrate


ost people believe that genetics are


the tissue, lengthen the body and return its balance in grav- ity while increasing flexibility and mobility. Structural Integration is like squeezing a sponge out in the inter- cellular fluid, rehydrat- ing the tissue, keeping it supple and keeping you feeling younger. This is especially true after the effects of trauma (emotional and physical), surgery, repetitive stress or bad posture. Gravity is one


of the strongest forces we live in and it exacerbates aging. Structural Integration is one of the main tools in offsetting gravity’s negative effects upon us.


Andre Fritz is a master certified practi- tioner of structural integration and certi- fied Rossiter coach. He utilizes a unique blend of bodywork, movement and body-centered therapy to help relieve pain, enhance performance, reduce stress and create well-being. Call his Orange County office at 469-9329, his Rockland County office at 268-7782 or visit AndreFritzHolisticBodyWork.com.


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