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		<title>I want to learn yoga where do i start ?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Sep 2010 17:33:16 +0000</pubDate>
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katrina asked: I am overweigt and totally out of shape. I want to start doing yoga to get my body used to movements again. Does anyone know of a beginners guide or dvd they could recommend ?
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<div><em><strong>katrina</strong> asked: </em><br/><br/><br/>I am overweigt and totally out of shape. I want to start doing yoga to get my body used to movements again. Does anyone know of a beginners guide or dvd they could recommend ?<br/><br/></div>
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		<title>Would it be possible to substitute power yoga for weight training?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Aug 2010 11:18:04 +0000</pubDate>
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Jessica B asked: I&#8217;ve been getting back to the gym to lose weight and get healthy. I have found I really enjoy yoga, would it be possible to do 3 one hour very intense power yoga classes a week instead of weight training? Or there is no substituting?
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<div><em><strong>Jessica B</strong> asked: </em><br/><br/><br/>I&#8217;ve been getting back to the gym to lose weight and get healthy. I have found I really enjoy yoga, would it be possible to do 3 one hour very intense power yoga classes a week instead of weight training? Or there is no substituting?<br/><br/></div>
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		<title>What are some good yoga poses/stretches to do at work?</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 29 Aug 2010 23:09:41 +0000</pubDate>
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Adam asked: I have kyphosis (Curved spine) and I have a desk job where I am sitting 8 hours a day.
What are some good yoga stretches I can do to prevent my low back, butt, hamstrings and hip flexors from getting so ungodly tight?
Thanks
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<div><em><strong>Adam</strong> asked: </em><br/><br/><br/>I have kyphosis (Curved spine) and I have a desk job where I am sitting 8 hours a day.<br />
What are some good yoga stretches I can do to prevent my low back, butt, hamstrings and hip flexors from getting so ungodly tight?</p>
<p>Thanks<br/><br/></div>
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		<title>What kind of yoga mat would you recommend?</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Aug 2010 14:29:55 +0000</pubDate>
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ajbbbygrl asked: I&#8217;m a beginning yoga student and I want a mat so I don&#8217;t have to use the rentals at the gym.  I want one that will be of a good quality, but not too expensive that will work well.  Does anyone have any suggestions of a good kind and where I [...]]]></description>
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<div><em><strong>ajbbbygrl</strong> asked: </em><br/><br/><br/>I&#8217;m a beginning yoga student and I want a mat so I don&#8217;t have to use the rentals at the gym.  I want one that will be of a good quality, but not too expensive that will work well.  Does anyone have any suggestions of a good kind and where I can find it?<br/><br/></div>
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		<title>How do I prevent my hips from getting sore during yoga?</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:34:14 +0000</pubDate>
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big indian eyes asked: So I take a yoga class in nyc. The problem is usually when I&#8217;m doing &#8220;chair pose,&#8221; my hips get really sore, so much that I have to stop the pose. Are there any stretches I can do beforehand to minimize the soreness? Thanks!
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<div><em><strong>big indian eyes</strong> asked: </em><br/><br/><br/>So I take a yoga class in nyc. The problem is usually when I&#8217;m doing &#8220;chair pose,&#8221; my hips get really sore, so much that I have to stop the pose. Are there any stretches I can do beforehand to minimize the soreness? Thanks!<br />
I am asking for specific stretches. If you don&#8217;t have any useful/ relevant information, please don&#8217;t answer.<br/><br/></div>
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		<title>Can Yoga help me be flexible and stronger for breakdancing?</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2010 16:07:56 +0000</pubDate>
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trunksbarrera asked: I have really weak arms. I was wondering if yoga could help me find balance and strengthen my arms for handstands. I like to breakdance, but my arms are to weak to do long handstands. Anybody think Yoga will help me get sronger arms and develop flexibility?
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<div><em><strong>trunksbarrera</strong> asked: </em><br/><br/><br/>I have really weak arms. I was wondering if yoga could help me find balance and strengthen my arms for handstands. I like to breakdance, but my arms are to weak to do long handstands. Anybody think Yoga will help me get sronger arms and develop flexibility?<br/><br/></div>
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		<title>What is it called when you reach complete balance through yoga?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Aug 2010 02:50:28 +0000</pubDate>
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Alex asked: Sometimes, very rarely, while doing yoga for extended periods of time, when I totally relax, an incredible feeling washes over me. The closest metaphor I can make of it is having an orgasm of total happiness&#8230; Does anyone know what this is called?
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<div><em><strong>Alex</strong> asked: </em><br/><br/><br/>Sometimes, very rarely, while doing yoga for extended periods of time, when I totally relax, an incredible feeling washes over me. The closest metaphor I can make of it is having an orgasm of total happiness&#8230; Does anyone know what this is called?<br/><br/></div>
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		<title>How much do yoga teachers make per year?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:57:30 +0000</pubDate>
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dogsrule93 asked: Hi!
 I have been practicing yoga for about 3 years now, and i love it. I am sick of my 9-5 office job. I was wondering how much the average yoga teacher makes per year and if you get any health benefits? Can you live on a yoga teacher&#8217;s salary. or do you [...]]]></description>
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<div><em><strong>dogsrule93</strong> asked: </em><br/><br/><br/>Hi!</p>
<p> I have been practicing yoga for about 3 years now, and i love it. I am sick of my 9-5 office job. I was wondering how much the average yoga teacher makes per year and if you get any health benefits? Can you live on a yoga teacher&#8217;s salary. or do you need multiple jobs?<br/><br/></div>
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		<title>How do I keep my tailbone from hurting during certain yoga poses?</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 08 Aug 2010 20:53:04 +0000</pubDate>
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Just one baby&#8217;s mama asked: I just started yoga, but whenever I try to roll up or down, or anything involving my bum on the ground, my tailbone digs into the ground and is very painful.  Am I missing something??  I am definitely not bony&#8230;.  I&#8217;m a good size 12.
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<div><em><strong>Just one baby&#8217;s mama</strong> asked: </em><br/><br/><br/>I just started yoga, but whenever I try to roll up or down, or anything involving my bum on the ground, my tailbone digs into the ground and is very painful.  Am I missing something??  I am definitely not bony&#8230;.  I&#8217;m a good size 12.<br/><br/></div>
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		<title>Where can I find free pictures or diagrams of yoga and pilates positions?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Aug 2010 01:29:35 +0000</pubDate>
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h n asked: I&#8217;m trying to find pictures and diagrams of positions for yoga and pilates, possibly also with instructions.  It would be even better if they could all be on the same webpage for easy printing.  All answers are appreciated. Thanks!
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<div><em><strong>h n</strong> asked: </em><br/><br/><br/>I&#8217;m trying to find pictures and diagrams of positions for yoga and pilates, possibly also with instructions.  It would be even better if they could all be on the same webpage for easy printing.  All answers are appreciated. Thanks!<br/><br/></div>
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