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Now That's a Stretch–By Stephanie Hunt

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Securing Your Pet’s Post-Rapture FutureBy Mary Beth CrainWhat will happen to Christians’ pets after the Rapture? No worries. These animal-loving atheists will feed them.

Whither Wheaton?By Andrew ChignellThe evangelical flagship college charts a new course.

Ho, Ho, HollywoodBy Mary Beth CrainMy four top Christmas Movies.

Bad Dream GirlsBy Mary Beth CrainSarah Palin and Carrie Prejean remind us that in America, dumb and dumber equals rich and richer.

The New, Updated Gospel of MarkBy Stephanie HuntIn South Carolina, Vacation Bible School gets Sanforized.

Why Is a Spiritual Advisor Like a Lay’s Potato Chip?By Mary Beth CrainAnswer: Betcha Can’t Have Just One!

Christmas Eve BluesBy Ondine GalsworthYour best friend is dead. Your mother is bi-polar. And you’ve lived your life as a fake Catholic. Where do you go from here?

Christmas Gifts of Long AgoBy Mary Beth CrainWhat would it be like if today’s techno-spoiled kids were forced to have a good old-fashioned Victorian Christmas?

Giving Thanks in Thankless TimesBy Mary Beth CrainIn times of fear and despair, gratitude is sometimes all we’ve got left.

Seeing RedBy Stephanie HuntObama’s presidential victory is a huge step forward for our nation. But in the Carolinas, it’s still North versus South.

Ghost WriterBy Mary Beth CrainOur senior editor talks about her new book, “Haunted U.S. Battelfields,” the perfect read for a creepy and kooky, mysterious and spooky, altogether ooky All Hallows Eve.

The Poison Seeds Spread by Dying CongregationsBy Matthew StreibJust as a certain presidential candidate has gone to the extremes of negativity in a desperate attempt to keep his campaign alive, so parallels can be seen on the religious front.

Palin Watch V: Troopergate, Poopergate!By Mary Beth CrainConfronted with a scathing indictment of abuse of power, Governor Palin thumbs her nose at the “Troopergate” report.

Palin Watch IV: Post-Debate MusingsBy Mary Beth CrainThis hockey mom belongs in the penalty box.

Palin Watch III: Dumb and Getting DumberBy Mary Beth CrainAs she faced the formidable Katie Couric in her second big time interview, Sarah Palin was palin’.

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Bikram Hot Yoga – What Are the Benefits?

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Bikram Yoga, also known as “hot yoga” is a form of yoga created by living yoga master Bikram Choudhury. Before emigrating to the United States, Choudhury trained to Bishnu Ghosh school in Calcutta, India. It now lives in Beverly Hills and Bikram Yoga College of India, based in Los Angeles.Yoga native of India and is based on the practice of physical postures designed for body, mind and spirit ‘s better. Yoga has evolved over the years to include many different types, each with unique advantages, including hot yoga.

Bikram Yoga has become a style very popular in recent years and is a relatively new form of yoga, which is based in the ancient practice of yoga with the goal of achieving optimal body and fitness levels in mind, while the operation an effective agency with its own concept of detoxification experience Bikram Yoga is a series of 26 yoga postures (positions) and 2 breathing exercises in a space heated to a temperature of 105 degrees Fahrenheit (40.5 degrees Celsius) with 40% humidity . The high temperature helps the body to keep muscles warm and goes beyond reducing the risk of yoga injury.

Hot should heal and restore many benefits, including detoxification of the body weight and wealth creation. Bikram Yoga can help you lose weight as healthy as profuse sweating relieves the body from harmful toxins and improves circulation. This increases the body’s metabolism and the practice continues and develops muscle tone and practice flexibility.As again this form of yoga, one begins to see the benefits of greater energy and well-being derived from popular knowledge that takes care of your body and health.

This will allow you to sleep better, develop a healthy appetite and a precursor of a healthy glow to your skin.It is important to understand that hot yoga can be difficult because of the need for high temperatures during exercise, which can cause dizziness resist the feeling of nausea and, possibly, Ting Fein. But taking precautions early as regular breaks, the resistance increases with time and practice.To prevent dehydration, it is important to drink plenty of water before and after each session.

It ‘also essential for the necessary equipment, when it’s hot yoga, where appropriate, the minimum clothing you own your own yoga mat and a towel, because you sweat.

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Community Calendar

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ADULT EVENTS

Exploring Connections: Yoga and the Chinese Arts, 6-7:30 p.m., Body & Soul Spa, 2728 Asbury Road. Ongoing series of yoga classes. Kundalini Yoga instructor Jim Earles will be joined by a series of local practitioners of Chinese health modalities.

Adult book discussion, 7-8:30 p.m., Carnegie-Stout Public Library, third floor auditorium, 360 West 11th St. “Letters Across the Divide: Two friends explore racism, friendship and faith” by David Anderson and Brent Zuercher.

Holy Ghost euchre, 1 p.m., Paraclete Hall, 2917 Central Ave. Everyone welcome.

Finding Your Get up and Go, 10 a.m., East Dubuque (Ill.) District Library. Motivational and inspirational boost from the University of Illinois Extension Office. Refreshments served. Free admission.

BINGO

Colts, 12:30 p.m. early games, 1 p.m. regular games, 1101 Central Ave.

Ecumenical Tower, 1-3 p.m., Sixth and Locust streets.

Holy Ghost, 5 p.m., 2921 Central Ave. Early games start at 6:10 p.m., regular games start at 7 p.m. All are welcome.

Colts, 6:30 p.m. early games, 7 p.m. regular games, 1101 Central Ave.’

WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY AND SATURDAY

Tri-State Independent Blind Society, 6:25 p.m. warm up, 7 p.m. regular games. $6 packs. Two jackpots: One pays up to $1,000 and one up to $2,500.

Knights of Columbus 510, 5 p.m., 781 Locust St. Early games start at 6:10 p.m., regular games start at 7 p.m. Refreshments, cold beer, mixed drinks and free popcorn.

St. Francis Xavier Church, doors open 6:30 p.m. games at 7 p.m., Dyersville, Iowa. Always a $300 jackpot.

BLOOD DRIVES

American Red Cross Blood Drive, 2-6 p.m., St. Boniface Catholic Church, New Vienna, Iowa.

American Red Cross Blood Drive, 3-7 p.m., St. Peter’s Parish, Cascade, Iowa.

CLUBS/MEETINGS

East Dubuque Lions Club, 6:30 p.m., Lions Den, Dunleith Park, East Dubuque, Ill.

Finley Hospital Retirees Luncheon, 11:30 a.m., Ground Round, 50 Kennedy Road.

Clio Club, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Home of Ann Edleman, 3887 Aurora.

St. Joseph the Worker, Knights of Columbus Council 10069, 7 p.m., school cafeteria, St. Joseph the Worker.

Rotary Club, noon-1 p.m., Dubuque Golf and Country Club, 1800 Randall Place. Details: Dubuquerotary.org.

JCED March Roundtable, noon, Renaissance Center, Monticello, Iowa.

Bellevue Area Chamber of Commerce, noon-1 p.m., Bellevue State Bank, Bellevue, Iowa.

Women’s Midday Escape “Spring into Fashion” Luncheon, noon-1:30 p.m., Holiday Inn Dubuque, 450 Main St. Dress Barn fashion show. Deb Pedrick tells of shattered dreams to renewed hope. $12. Details: 583-1417 or 582-3766.

Widow and Widowers Social Group, 5 p.m., Sunshine, 401 Central Ave.

Grant County Genealogical Society, 6-9 p.m., Wisconsin Room on the University of Wisconsin-Platteville campus. James Hibbard and researchers will be available.

NAACP, 6:30 p.m., Multicultural Family Center, 1157 Central Ave.

Dubuque CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder), 7-9 p.m., St. Peter Lutheran Church, 3200 Asbury Road. Families and individuals affected by ADD to gather information and learn about available resources. Details: Mark 563-582-2201.

Dubuque Area Landlord Association, 7 p.m., Hills & Dales Lifetime Center, 3505 Stoneman Road.

BNI Tri-State Chapter, 11:30 a.m., Catfish Charlies, 1630 E. 16th St. Details: Jeff Harrelson, 563-583-7480.

Retired Police Officers residing in Northwest Illinois, 11:30 a.m., Bottle Shed Restaurant, Route 20, Stockton, Ill. Spouses or friends welcome. Those attending responsible for their own meal. Details: 815-777-4066.

ICA Class of 1958, 12:30 p.m., Bishop’s, Kennedy Mall.

Dubuque County Key City Genealogical Society, 7 p.m., Lifetime Center, 3505 Stoneman Road. General meeting and program: The “Old 3rd Street Cemetery,” or “Kelly’s Bluff Cemetery” with Robin M. Lillie of the State Archaeologist Office of Burials. Admission, $1. Public invited.

Tri-State Modelers, 7 p.m., Mount Pleasant Home, 1695 Mount Pleasant St. Visitors welcome. Free assistance building and flying radio controlled aircraft. Call 563-564-0800, or visit our Web site. tristatemodelers.org/.

BNI Rapid Referral Chapter, 11:30 a.m., Catfish Charlies, 1630 E. 16th St. Details: Jeff Harrelson, 563-583-7480.

Restoration Advisory Board (RAB), 6 p.m., Building 247 conference room, Savanna Army Depot. Open to the public.

Embroiderer’s Guild of America Fleur de Lis Chapter, 7 p.m., Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2155 University Ave. Details: Karen 563-556-7548.

Dubuque Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Lodge 297, 7 p.m., lodge meeting rooms, 9018 Military Road.

FAMILY EVENTS

McGregor Winter Gun Show, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., McGregor’s Landing Event Center, McGregor, Iowa. Collectors and dealers of hunting, antique, classic and investment-grade firearms.

27th Annual Decorah Home, Sport and Garden Show, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Decorah High School, Claiborne Drive, Decorah, Iowa. Featuring 70-plus exhibits relating to home design and construction, remodeling, outdoor sports, lawn and garden.

Second Helpings, 5:30 p.m., Manchester United Methodist Church, Manchester, Iowa. A free meal served to those who need a meal or wish to share a meal with others.

“Jungle” Dinner, 6:30-8 p.m., Holiday Inn, 450 Main St. Evening of food, fun and inspiration. Program: “African Trip” by Joyce Worrel. Music: Samantha Gothard. Sponsored by Dubuque Iowa After 5 Women’s Connection. Details: 563-556-8829.

Loras Film Series, 7-10 p.m., St. Joseph Hall of Science, Loras College, 1450 Alta Vista St. Showing of “Ivan the Terrible”.

Scheckel & Company Ballroom Dance Lessons, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Advanced, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Intermediate, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Beginning, Loras College, Alumni Campus Center.

Free Movie “The Cove,” 6 p.m., Carnegie-Stout Public Library, Dubuque, 3rd Floor Auditorium. Oscar-nominated documentary directed by Dubuque native Louie Psihoyos. Free admission, rated PG-13. Call 563-589-4225 or facebook.com/carnegiestout.

Audubon Society hosts “An Update on Iowa’s Second Breeding Bird Atlas,” 7 p.m., Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 1755 Delhi St.

Dinner and a Murder in the 3rd Millennium, 5 p.m., DeSoto House Hotel, Galena, Ill. An out-of-this-world sci-fi mystery unfolds with humanoids, aliens and a robot. Friday night reception, dinner and murder on Saturday night.

East Dubuque Prom Dress Exchange, East Dubuque (Ill.) High School. Selling a dress drop off from 5-7:30 p.m. Friday or 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturday. Buying a dress, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Details: 815-747-3180.

“Girls Night Out @ Your Library,” 6 p.m.-midnight, James Kennedy Public Library, Dyersville, Iowa. A special “Chic Flick” marathon. Members of TACKL, the library’s teen advisory group will choose several films and participants will vote on which ones to watch. Also includes trivia contests, snacks and prizes, participants are invited bring dessert or treat to share, a vote will be taken on the best with a prize of $25. Details: 563-875-8912.

Owl Prowl by the Dubuque County Conservation Board, 7 p.m., Swiss Valley Nature Center, 13606 Swiss Valley Road, Peosta, Iowa. Learn about owl adaptations, owls of Iowa and their calls. Dress for the weather as there will be a hike. Details: 563-556-6745.

FUNDRAISERS

Resurrection Troop 91 Boy Scout Breakfast and Bake Sale, 7 a.m.-1 p.m., Resurrection School Multipurpose Room, 4300 Asbury Road. Advanced tickets available by calling 583-7128 or purchase at the door. All proceeds go to Boy Scouts.

Bernard Firemen’s Breakfast, 7:30-11:30 a.m., St. Patrick’s Garryowen Parish Hall, Bernard, Iowa. Cost $6 adults, $3 ages 5-12.

Chili Supper by Boy Scout Troop 11, 4:30-7 p.m., Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2155 University Ave. Ticket prices, $6 for adult, $4 for children 6-12.

Monday Burger Night, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Dubuque Eagles Club 568, 1175 Century Drive.

Pizza Night, 5-8 p.m., Asbury Eagles Club, Saratoga Road, Asbury, Iowa. Fresh made, choose any topping. Cost, $12 large, $7 small. Dine in or carry-out.

American Legion Post 6 Burger Night, 5-7 p.m., 1306 Delhi St. Burger and fries $4.

Sixth Annual St. Patrick’s Day Dinner, 4:30-8 p.m., Hanover (Ill.) VFW Club. Cost, $10 adults, $5 ages 12 and younger. Carry-Out available. Details: 815-591-3512.

Bellevue Fire Department Fish Fry, 4-8 p.m., Bellevue (Iowa) Fire Department. Cost, $8.

St. Patrick’s Parish Fish Fry, 4:30-8 p.m., Epworth, Iowa. Cost, $9.50 adults, $5.50 ages 5-10, free 4 and younger. Carry-outs available. Details: 563-876-5540.

Lenten Fish Fry, 5-7:30 p.m., St. Andrew-Thomas School, Potosi, Wis. Cost, $9 adults, $4.50 ages 3-12.

Fish Fry for Diabetes, 5-7:30 p.m., Dubuque Eagles Club 568, 1175 Century Drive (Behind Kennedy Mall).

Prime Rib Dinner, 5 p.m., Camp Albrecht Acres – Kehl Center, Sherrill, Iowa. Prepared by Daryl Biechler.

Clancy’s Famous Corned Beef and Cabbage Supper, 5-7:30 p.m., Dubuque Eagles Club 568, 1175 Century Drive.

Marquette Catholic Steak Dinner, 5-8 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, Bellevue, Iowa. Full steak dinner for $12.

Corned Beef and Cabbage Supper, 5-7:30 p.m., Dubuque Eagles Club 568, 1175 Century Drive (Behind Kennedy Mall).

Charity Fashion Show, 7-9 p.m., Loras College- Alumni Campus Center Ballrooms located on Cox St. This event is a fundraiser for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation and the local YMCA Domestic Violence Program. The show will include food, music, etc.

KIDS EVENTS

Reading with Rover, 10:30-11:15 a.m., Carnegie-Stout Public Library, 360 West 11th St. Children in grades kindergarten through fourth have the opportunity to read a short pet story to a dog. Dubuque Regional Humane Society volunteers will be available to read aloud to younger children and to kids who want to listen to stories. Kid friendly dogs and shelter pets will be the hosts. Details: 563-583-3314.

MUSIC

Drake Choir 2010 Concert Tour, 7 p.m., St. Francis Xavier Basilica, 104 Third St., Dyersville, Iowa.

Fabulous Friday Concert, 12:05 p.m., St. Luke’s UMC, 1199 Main St. Freewill offering. Featuring: Keith Rippe and Chris Kohlmann.

U.S. Air Force Heartland of America Band presents Brass in Blue, 7 p.m., Ohnward Fine Arts Center, 1215 E. Platt St., Maquoketa, Iowa. Free concert, ticket holders seated at 6:45 p.m. first come first served, or available at Maquoketa Sentinel-Press, limit four per request.

Women’s Chamber Choir of The Master’s College of Santa Clarita, Calif., 7 p.m., Potosi (Wis.) Public School. Sponsored by the Potosi Community Bible Church.

SENIOR ACTIVITIES

The Salvation Army, 1099 Iowa St., 1:30 p.m. movie and popcorn presented by Nick and Kathy Slocum. Disney movie “Up” will be shown.

Hills & Dales Lifetime Center, 3505 Stoneman Road, 9-11 a.m., line dancing with Country Steppers; 10-11 a.m., senior fitness friends exercise; 11:30 a.m., lunch; 12:30-4:30 p.m., ACBL duplicate bridge.

Assisi Village Bridge Club, 1-3 p.m., Assisi Village dining room, 1001 Assisi Drive. Details: 563-583-8234.

Hills & Dales Lifetime Center, 3505 Stoneman Road, 9-11 a.m., DuPaco Line Dancing; 10:30-11:15 a.m., low-impact exercise with Manor Care Health Services; 11:30 a.m. lunch; noon-3 p.m. open bridge; 12:30 p.m. Swedish Weaving; 12:30-3:30 p.m. dominoes; 12:30-4 p.m. duplicate bridge.

The Salvation Army, 1099 Iowa St., noon, dominoes. Two types of games played, Mexican Train and Chicken Foot.

Hills & Dales Lifetime Center, 3505 Stoneman Road, 8:30 a.m. Wii Bowling, participation fee applies; 10-11 a.m. senior fitness friends exercise; 11 a.m.-noon, blood pressure screening by ManorCare Health Services; 11:30 a.m. lunch; 12:15 p.m. open euchre; 6-8:30 p.m. Genealogical Society.

The Salvation Army, 1099 Iowa St., 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m., Ballroom dance lessons by Nick and Kathy Slocum. This will be self taught ballroom dance steps with the aid of an overhead projector, DVD video and assistance. Singles are welcome.

Hills & Dales Lifetime Center, 3505 Stoneman Road, 10:30-11:15 a.m., low-impact exercises with ManorCare Health Services; 11:30 a.m. lunch; 11:45 a.m. ice cream social by ManorCare Health Services.

The Salvation Army, 1099 Iowa St., 11:30 a.m. St. Patrick’s Day Party; 9:30 a.m. blood pressure screening; 1 p.m. euchre tournament with prizes; noon, brown bag lunch; 1 p.m. kitchen bingo; noon-1 p.m., free beginner/advanced beginner country western line and couple dance; 3 p.m. advanced line and couple dance class will continue.

SINGLES EVENTS

Social Connections for Singles, 5-8 p.m., Courtside Sports Bar, 2095 Holliday Drive (across from Miracle Car wash). Socialize with singles from the tri-state area. Details: Vicki at 563-599-4407.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., 12 Step group, Sixth floor, room 6D, Mercy Medical Center-Dubuque. Details: 563-557-9196.

Narcotics Anonymous, 1-2 p.m., Hillcrest Wellness Center, 225 W. Sixth St. Open meeting. Details: 563-690-1239.

Over Eaters Anonymous, 4-5 p.m., Community Center, Dickeyville, Wis. Details: 608-568-3083 or 608-642-2237.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 6:30 p.m., Big book study, St. John’s Episcopal Church Parish House, 14th and Locust. Details: 563-557-9196.

Gamblers Anonymous, 7 p.m., Masonic Temple, please use 12th Street entrance.

Sibling Class, 7-8:30 p.m., Mercy Health Center, 200 Mercy Drive. No fee.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 9 a.m., Day at a Time Group, 1646 Asbury Road. Details: 563-557-9196.

Over Eaters Anonymous, 7 to 8 p.m., Caritas Hall, 1130 Carmel Drive. Details: 563-590-1796.

Shapes Tops Chapter 1423, 6-7 p.m., Shapes For Women, 3368 Center Grove Dr. Tops is a support group for weight loss.

Caregiver Support Group, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Alzheimer’s Association, 5900 Saratoga Plaza Suite 11, C1. Caregivers of those with dementia.

Narcotics Anonymous, 7-8 p.m., Mercy Medical Center-Dubuque. Newcomers welcome.

Suicide Survivor Group, 7 p.m., basement of the Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2155 University Ave. A grief group for those who are grieving the death of a family member or close friend. Details: Sue Whitty, 584-2320 ext. 139

Beyond Divorce, 7:30 p.m., board room, Dubuque Westminster Presbyterian Church, corner of University Ave. and Loras Blvd. Details: Dave 563-556-3742 or Lori 563-556-4961.

Dual Recovery Anonymous (DRA), 11 a.m., Hillcrest Wellness Center, 225 W. Sixth St. Details: 563-690-1239.

Cancer Support Group of Northwest Illinois, 1 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Fellowship Hall, Elizabeth, Ill.

Caregiver Support Group, 1-2:15 p.m., Grant Regional Health Center, Madison Street Conference Room, 507 Monroe St., Lancaster, Wis. For family caregivers of older adults with dementia disease, in a caring and understanding environment. The group shares creative problem solving techniques and information on various resources and research. Details: 608-723-4288.

P.O.W.E.R (praise our women embracing recovery), 3-4 p.m., Nesler Centre, group room 4, 799 Main St. A support group for women recovering from addictions or other life challenges. All women are welcome for more details call 563-513-7965.

Men’s Journey to Victory, 4-5 p.m., Nesler Centre (Group Room 2), 799 Main St. A support group for men recovering from addictions or other life challenges. All men are welcome, more details 563-495-1340.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8:30 p.m., Keyway Lodge Group, GrandView United Methodist Church, 3342 John Wesley Drive. Details: 563-557-9196.

Fibromyalgia Support Group, 9:30-11 a.m., Locust St. Hy-Vee Meeting Room, 400 S. Locust St. Speakers and a time for sharing. Speaker: Dr. Joel Thielen, acupuncturist.

Seize the Day, 11 a.m.-noon, Hillcrest Wellness Center, 225 W. Sixth St. Recovery oriented group. Details: 563-690-1239.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., Founders speaker meeting, 1166 Main St. Details: 563-557-9196.

Over Eaters Anonymous, noon, The Source Building, 266 1/2 Main St. Details: 563-590-1796 or 563-588-1674.

Reformers Unanimous, 7-9 p.m., Bible Baptist Church, 940 Walker St. (off Peru Road). A faith based addictions recovery program offering: family support, children’s program, free nursery and free transportation. Details: 563-663-8343 or ru4dubuque.com.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., Vision for Hope group, Sixth floor, Mercy Medical Center-Dubuque. Details: 563-557-9196.

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An Explanation of Integral Yoga

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You may have heard of different styles of Yoga, and most likely been confused about what the differences are. For now, just understand that there really are differences between the different styles of Yoga, and to determine which one is right for you, you will need to explore the various styles to find a match. One style of Yoga that more people are becoming interested in is Integral Yoga.

Integral Yoga has also been called Purna Yoga, or Supramental Yoga. All terms relate to the joining of all parts of yourbeing with the Divine, to achieve a harmonious state of higher being, or divine consciousness and existence. This form of Integral Yoga was developed by Sri Aurobindo. Note that there are other forms of integral yoga, so knowing who the founder or developer was is important when selecting or exploring a style of yoga.

The point of integral – yoga is to unite and harmonize the karma, the jnana, and the bhakti. Essentially, this is all a combination of the physical self, the vital self, the mental self, the psychic self, and the spiritual self.

As you can see, because of what is involved, you can be sure that the Integral Style of Yoga goes far beyond physical exercise or relaxation. There is a great deal more to it than just learning some yoga poses or attending a class. Integral Yoga takes intense practice, a great deal of knowledge, and the willingness to live the exercise, as opposed to just working out a few times a week.

While Integral Yoga has its supporters and its nay-Sayers, in our busy world, few people feel that they have the time to learn or practice integral yoga. The truth is that learning yoga is an ongoing experience which requires commitment and patience.

There are also those who feel that yoga is cultish in nature, or that it goes against Christian beliefs. In fact, integral – yoga has little to do with religion, although people mistakenly believe this because there is so much mention of the ‘Divine.’ In truth, the ‘Divine’ in this context refers to the self, and the unity of the entire self to reach a higher level of consciousness. In fact, religious belief – in God or other beliefs – is highly stressed as a part of the whole person in integral Yoga. In other words, nobody is trying to change your religious beliefs. Instead, they are trying to bring you closer to your own beliefs, as a whole person.

By: Angela McNutt

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Angela enjoys socializing online and writing articles about health and fitness related topics. She also likes talking about Landau Scrubs and Landau Scrubs as well as exploring the various styles available.


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MarketWatch First Take: Lululemon’s Good Karma

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NEW YORK (MarketWatch) — To look at the earnings release, you might think Lululemon Athletica Inc.’s shareholders are feeling quite a bit of inner peace right now.

The retailer, which sells its own brand of yoga, running dance apparel, posted a sharp increase in fourth-quarter profit, a nearly 55% gain in sales, improved gross margins, and said same-store sales rose 29%, on a constant-dollar basis. Shares were up nearly 13% in afternoon trading.

“We are very pleased with the growing sales momentum in our business which has accelerated as the economy has improved…,” Christine Day, Lululemon’s chief executive, said in a statement.

This is a far cry from several quarters ago, when the Great Recession knocked the high-end retailer on its well-toned backside. In fact, a year ago, gross margins had weakened and the company’s net income, revenue and same-store sales were all down.

Lululemon /quotes/comstock/15*!lulu/quotes/nls/lulu (LULU 41.22, +0.65, +1.60%) , which is known for its devoted customer base, pricey merchandise and celebrity following, went public in 2007 with great fanfare. Its yoga clothing became a status symbol. Fans loved the fit, quality and the mystique of the brand. But it is surely a discretionary item, since workout gear can be snapped up at any discounter on the cheap. Once the economy started to tank, the brand looked more like a cautionary tale of the boom years than a smart investment, and many people expected that a company that peddles $98 exercise pants would disappear, like many other trendy brands.

But as the economy improves, the die-hard lovers of Lululemon are returning. And they are evangelists for the merchandise. One of those fans includes retail analyst Jennifer Black, president of Jennifer Black & Associates.

“Once this consumer wears the product, they are hooked in a big way. The clothes are made to last, and the fashion content is fabulous. While the price points may be high, they are worth every penny due to the styling, fabrication and overall look and feel of the merchandise,” Black — who owns shares of Lululemon — wrote in a note to clients. “Lululemon has a huge opportunity to expand existing categories as well as offer fashion conscious consumers an alternative to conventional sportswear.”

Now one of their biggest problems, Black says, is keeping items in stock. Talk about good karma.

– Angela Moore, Commentary editor

MarketWatch First Take: Lululemon’s good karma


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