Archive for March, 2012
Benefits of Online Education Emphasize Accessibility of Higher Learning amidst Threats of Global Economic Crisis
Posted: March 16, 2012 at 12:28 pm
Education-oriented website Learnstream.com acknowledges the advantages of online courses by currently devoting its homepage to articles discussing various online learning possibilities.
Sydney, Australia (PRWEB) March 16, 2012
For many people, learning usually takes place in a classroom or any place that could serve the same purpose. Recent technological advancements have opened up doors for more unique means of acquiring education. The ever expanding world of the internet has become a medium for people to do all sorts of things, including online learning. The public accessibility and convenience of online communication makes long distance interaction so simple that teachers have the chance to educate a wider range of students, from different places, all at once, points out Greg Wells of Learnstream.com
The growing popularity of online schools has even reached a level of higher education. From simple vocational classes to online graduate courses, the credibility of studying online is no longer a question clouding the minds of many. A lot of schools offer diplomas and certification which are all recognized by companies and businesses all around the world. Learnstream.com provides many of these online schools an opportunity to gain more enrollees by encouraging prospective students to understand the advantages of applying and learning online, states Wells.
As John F. Kennedy once said, Education is a means of developing our greatest abilities, because in each of us there is a private hope and dream which, fulfilled, can be translated into benefit for everyone and great strength for our nation. Education is truly an important element not only in an individuals life but in his or her part as a member of the community and the country. This message still lingers on up to this day. Thanks to the internet and sites like Learnstream.com, education will continue to be accessible to the public.
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Yoga, gardening, offered as part of Roseland Environmental Center March programs
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Posted: Friday, March 16, 2012 3:00 am | Updated: 10:50 am, Thu Mar 15, 2012.
ROSELAND A variety of programs, from yoga to gardening to geology, are offered during March at the Essex County Environmental Center, 621B Eagle Rock Avenue.
Events are as follows
Thursday Evening Yoga Series
Geared for adults. Meets 6:15 p.m. March 22 & 29.
This all-levels yoga series will focus on alignment, flow and warmth followed by a restorative pose to unwind the body and mind for bed. Dress comfortably and bring your own mat. Cost is $50 for the series. Advance registration and monthly payment is required. For information, call 973-228-8776. No refunds will be given for missed classes. Thursday Evening Yoga is scheduled as follows:
Friday Morning Yoga
Geared for adults. Meets at 9:30 a.m. Fridays, March 23 & 30. This class will introduce adult beginners to the many joys of yoga. Breathing synchronized with movement will warm the body and relax the mind. Participants will focus on joint mobility and healing stillness. All levels are welcome. Join for the series or just one class. Dress comfortably and bring your own mat. Cost is $10 per class. Advance registration is required. For information, call 973-228-8776
Little Explorers Spring Nature Program
This child-caregiver class uses stories, walks and crafts to develop an awareness and appreciation for science and nature for the child as well as the caregiver. Meets alternate Fridays at 9:30 a.m., March 9 through May 18, for 2-year-olds; 11 a.m. Wednesdays through May 16 or 11 a.m. Fridays through May 18 for 3-year-olds; 1:30 p.m. Wednesdays, March 7 through May 16 or 1:30 p.m. Fridays, March 9 through May 18, for 4-year-olds.
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Water aerobics class holds annual spring potluck lunch
Posted: March 15, 2012 at 9:08 pm
After the water aerobics class concluded on Wednesday, everyone enjoyed plates full of food at the annual spring potluck lunch.
Everyone brought a side dish, which filled an entire table, as hamburgers, cheeseburgers and hot dogs were cooked on the grill for everyone to enjoy.
The picnic tables, lounge chairs and anywhere else someone could grab a seat were full at the pool Wednesday as individuals socialized and caught up on each other's lives.
Sheelagh Knapp started attending water aerobic classes seven years ago at the Pine Island pool. She said she still attends as often as she can every week.
"It makes me feel good," Knapp said smiling.
She said the water aerobic class is good for her health and it has increased her strength.
Over the years, she has formed friendships with the other women who also attend the class, which is held every day Tuesday through Saturday. Knapp said the class is a good environment with a lot of nice people.
"We have gotten to know each other and we look out for each other," she said.
Another long-time attendee is Barbara Stepien. She has participated in the class for the past four seasons while she is here during the winter months.
"It is one big happy family," Stepien said about those who attend the class.
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Aerobics may ease menopause symptoms: study
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NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - In a small study of Finnish women who had recently entered menopause, those who stuck to an aerobic exercise program for six months were less likely to report night sweats, mood swings and irritability than women who didn't exercise.
The study's authors say their results suggest exercise could serve as an alternative to hormone replacement therapy for quelling bothersome menopause symptoms.
"I would definitely recommend physical activity. I think that among all the options out there that it's probably the best thing for health and also symptoms of aging," said Steriani Elavsky, a professor at Penn State University, who was not involved in the new research.
In the years just after a woman reaches menopause, up to 80 percent may experience some or all of the most typical symptoms, including hot flashes and night sweats, sleep disturbances, headache, depression, irritability, urinary problems and vaginal dryness.
Estrogen-based therapy can ease those symptoms, but concerns about health risks associated with the hormones have led many women and their physicians to shy away from that treatment.
Though not all studies have agreed, some earlier work has shown that exercise can help as well.
Dr. Riitta Luoto at the UKK Institute for Health Promotion Research in Tampere, Finland, and her colleagues found in a previous study that exercise helped to reduce the number of hot flashes women experienced.
In the latest study, published in the journal Menopause, the same team looked at other symptoms of menopause.
The researchers randomly assigned 74 recently menopausal women aged 45 to 63, all of whom were experiencing symptoms, to exercise 50 minutes a day, four days a week for 24 weeks. A comparison group of 77 women attended health lectures instead.
For the exercise group, at least two of the sessions each week had to involve walking, while the other two could include walking, jogging, cycling, swimming, aerobics or other activities.
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NYC men's yoga class meets in the nude
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A New York man who teaches a weekly men-only nude yoga class said performing the exercises in the nude allows students to shed their "costumes and armor." File photo. UPI/David Silpa
Published: March. 15, 2012 at 1:11 PM
NEW YORK, March 15 (UPI) -- A New York man who teaches a weekly men-only nude yoga class said performing the exercises in the nude allows students to shed their "costumes and armor."
Michael Gates, 44, said he has been leading the nude yoga classes since 2006 and usually about six men will pay $20 for the weekly 90-minute session, the New York Daily News reported Thursday.
"Our clothes are costumes and armor," Gates said. "Naked yoga is an interesting metaphor for letting go of the B.S."
"I understand that women don't want to get undressed in front of strange men," he said. "When I offered co-ed sessions, I found they were attended 98 percent by men."
However, Gates said he still keeps the exact location of the classes a secret to keep away the "creeps."
"I was getting too many people that were more interested in being in a room with naked men than practicing yoga," Gates said.
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Garnet Hill Launches Exclusive Yoga Collection
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FRANCONIA, N.H., March 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Garnet Hill, a leading multichannel purveyor of quality apparel and home decor, announced today the launch of the zinni yoga collection for women. Working closely with the renowned Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health, Garnet Hill gained insight from yoga instructors to create a truly authentic line of yoga clothing.
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The zinni collection features a palette of beautiful colors and original prints in incredibly soft, moisture-wicking fabrics, with the precise fit demanded by yoginis. Garnet Hill will offer customers a complete assortment of tops, pants, dresses, versatile layers, and essential accessories including a PVC-free yoga mat.
"The collection was inspired by our favorite iconic flower, the zinnia. We've featured it over and over on our sweaters and pajamas. Our customer loves it -- it has become our signature print," says Garnet Hill product manager Sarah S.
Garnet Hill chose highly technical fabrics and constructions to ensure the zinni collection would be a truly functional yoga line. Adds Sarah, "The Kripalu Center was a wonderful collaborator; yoginis at the center tested the clothing, and their feedback helped us develop a line with great design and authentic functionality."
"We pride ourselves on our ability to curate products our customers love, and we're thrilled to launch this exclusive collection," says VP of Merchandising Joanne M. "We know our customers are increasingly interested in practicing yoga and holistic living; the zinni collection helps them feel confident and beautiful while doing so."
Zinni by Garnet Hill launches with the Summer 2012 collection in catalogs and online beginning March 14, 2012.
About Garnet HillRenowned for superior quality, fine fibers and original design, Garnet Hill has offered distinctive merchandise and services of the highest caliber since 1976. The company began as an importer of English flannel sheets and has grown into a distinguished brand and multichannel marketer, offering unique bedding and home furnishings, women's apparel and children's clothing online and in its catalogs. Garnet Hill searches the world for exceptional items and inspiration for its extensive line of exclusive products. For more information, visit garnethill.com.
About Kripalu Center for Yoga & HealthLocated in the Berkshire Mountains of western Massachusetts, Kripalu Center is the largest retreat center for yoga and holistic living in the United States, offering more than 900 experiential programs in yoga, self-discovery, holistic health, and spirituality. For more than 30 years, Kripalu's educational programs have been providing participants with tools that present ancient yogic principles in a contemporary yet profound way that can be applied in their daily lives. For more information, visit kripalu.org.
For additional information, please contact 603.823.5545 or pr@garnethill.com
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