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INDIAN RIVER COUNTY He's sung about New Orleans, Los Angeles and Massachusetts, but when it comes to calling a place home, the Sebastian River area has sung to Arlo Guthrie's heart.

"Simply said, I love the area," said the 72-year-oldlegendary folk singer who lives on the riverside in the Roseland area in northern Indian River County, about 15 miles north of Vero Beach. "Although its changing rapidly, the area around here has some sensibilities that suit me personally."

Guthrie's home is up for sale for $1.65 million, but he's not packing his guitars and furniture and moving too far away. His partner, Marti Ladd, has a home in Micco in Brevard County, just a few miles from his current home.

They'll move there once the house, which was listed in December, is sold.

The two-story, four-bedroom house he built on Indian River Drive is bigger than his current needs. But Guthrie said the Sebastian River area fits him just fine because "it isnt too built up, therere no huge hotels along the coasts, the traffic is reasonable, theres great food and shopping without the desire to continuously make it bigger and better."

Arlo Guthrie performs 7 p.m. Jan. 29 at the Sunrise Theatre, 117 S. Second St. in Fort Pierce.(Photo: AP FILE PHOTO)

Realtor Janyne Kenworthy ofTreasure Coast Sotheby's International Realty is handling the sale of the home. The online listing touts the home at 13690 N. Indian River Drive as "Arlo Guthrie's home!" and highlightsits wide river views, private riverfront decks and tropical courtyard garden.

Guthrie was one of the performers at the legendary Woodstock concert in 1969. He rose to fame on his song, "Alice's Restaurant," which chronicled a1965 littering arrest in Massachusetts andseguedinto a Vietnam War protest. He's the son of another folk legend, the late Woody Guthrie.

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Guthrie begins his "20/20 Tour" next month, with a Feb. 9 concert in Clearwater. He'll hit 22 cities in 3 1/2 months for the tour.

"Ive spent the better part of the last 50 years as a touring musician," he said. "I loved returning here for a few weeks at a time, restoring myself, visiting friends, and generally being under the radar. It gave me time to enjoy the river,the sunshine,the sense of being a local in a kind of old Florida that almost doesnt exist anymore."

Guthrie's travels brought him to Florida many times in his younger adult life. Specifically, he would visit his in-laws in West Palm Beach in the 1970s and 1980s.

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He eventually became friends with many at the Kashi Ashram ranch in Roseland. The ranch is an interfaith spiritual community based on kindness, compassion and service, embracing the sacred practices of many traditions, according to its website. It was founded by Ma Jaya Sati Bhagavati in 1976, whohas since died..

"I still have many dear friends there," he said. "So our trips to the area included spending time with bothfamilies'.

In 1987, Guthrie and hiswife, Jackie,purchased the property known as the "Crabhouse." It was once a U.S. Coast Guard station, then became a crab business. The couple intended to restore the building and place his recording studio there, but damages from hurricanes across several years curtailed those plans.

Instead, the Guthries built their home there.

"It took a long time, but we finally finished construction in 2010," Guthrie said. "By the time we finished it, all the kids had moved out and began having kids of their own. For a couple of years Jackie and I enjoyed the place, especially when the kids visited."

Jackie Guthrie died in 2012 at age 68.

"The house remains as it was originally designed;areally big place," Guthrie said. "It would be better suited for a young family. In other words, its time to let it go."

He hates to part with at least one aspect of the home.

"The thing I will most likely miss is sunrise on the Indian River," he said. "Its simply magical, and this home is essentially on the water. I dont expect Ill find that anywhere else."

Stancil is a breaking news reporter for TCPalm.Contact Stancil at 321-987-7179or lamaur.stancil@tcpalm.com.Twitter: @TCPalmLStancil

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BERHAMPUR: Gaida, a non-descript village in Patrapur block of Ganjam district may lack basic amenities but its residents have made a mark in various fields by educating themselves braving all odds.

Situated on a hill on the border of Ganjam and Gajapati districts, the village has no approach road and one needs to walk for at least four hours through slippery patches to reach the village. Inhabited by 19 families with a population of little over 100, the village also has no anganwadi centre or school. The nearest school is at Adanga village, around 4 km away.

Since children need to cross two nullahs near Kandaamba and Dhobatutha to reach Adanga, parents prefer sending their wards to a school in Badua village, around 6 km away. The children of the village get admitted to Ashram schools in Tumba and Kankia villages for higher education.

Interestingly, Gaida has a sizeable number of literate persons and some are serving in private and Government within and outside the State. While around 10 residents of the village are working in private companies in other States, six are Government teachers and two are posted in Horticulture and Postal departments.

This year, three students of the village-Sarat Karji, Khetramohan Karji and Puspalata Karji were given laptops for securing more than 60 per cent marks in Plus Two examinations. While four of the youths from the village are studying in Plus Three, one Ranjita Karji is pursuing her Post Graduation in Commerce.

This despite the fact that the village has virtually remained cut-off from the rest of the world. But, absence of basic amenities remains a stark reality in Gaida whose residents walk for a day to reach Dobatia chowk to collect PDS commodities. Absence of road has kept them deprived of health care. A couple of years back, solar light system was installed by OREDA in the village but due to lack of maintenance, most of them are now lying defunct.

Earlier the villagers used to earn their livelihood by collecting forest produce. But now they migrate to other places in search of work. Meanwhile, block office sources said funds have been sanctioned for construction of roads to village in Ankulu and Buratala panchayats of Patrapur.

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Wellness Products & Health4 Min read Here are the common mistakes made by yoga practitioners Published On 08 Jan 2020 04:35 AM

Yoga indeed is a great stress buster and improves lifes quality too. One of the best decisions in life will be to buy a yoga mat and start practicing. The best philosophy, yoga is a medium to maintain the right balance of mind and soul. The idea was originally introduced by one Indian sage, Patanjali. He also wrote Yoga Sutras.

Most of the people start with yoga with immense passion but give up on it, in the middle. Some unnecessary mistakes hinder their growth in the spiritual path. Yoga aspirants must know a few basic points that are important to achieve success in the spiritual path.

Here are some of the common yoga myths one needs to know.

Over ambitious follower Over ambition is never good. By becoming overly ambitious, you should not expect immediate success. Youll end up creating blunders. By becoming over enthusiastic, one sets huge expectations, those are unrealistic expectations actually. By not getting immediate results, the person will be feeling disappointed only. Stay realistic, thats the key.

Setting unrealistic expectations Do not set unrealistic expectations, when you are about to start your new spiritual journey with yoga. Expecting immediate results will make you feel restless and frustrated.

Learn by books only A common mistake again. Only a true Guru will help you explore the spiritual path. Self-learning is not that bad but not having any Guru might create blunders. An expert only will be able to help you get right postures.

Focusing only on basic asanas Explore the spiritual path towards mental peace, by learning new moves, rather than restricting yourself to few basic asanas.

Not being sincere Do not start practicing yoga with money on your mind. Many people learn it with a business goal in mind, which is not good.

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LAREDO, TX (KGNS) - When it comes to New Year's Resolutions, getting in shape can be as hard as bending over backwards; however, a local studio is showing you it's as easy as 1-2-3.

According to health experts, yoga is a great physical activity that will not only help you stay in shape but also help your overall wellbeing.

Healthline.com says yoga can reduce stress, relieve anxiety, reduce inflammation, improve your heart and help clear your mind.

Casa Yoga is one of Laredos most popular yoga studios in town.

The studio has classes for yogis of all levels and of all ages.

They even offer special classes for mother and daughter as well as hot yoga to burn more calories.

Next weekend, Casa Yoga will be hosting a Fit for the New Year Parking Lot Party outside of the studio.

During this time community members are encouraged to stop by and visit their health vendor booths and register for a free class. They will also have some nutrition tips on how you can also eat healthy and they will be answering any questions that you might have about the clinic. The event will take place from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The studio is located at 3502 E Del Mar Boulevard right across the street from Alexander High School.

For more information, you can call (956) 307-9642.

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LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The global yoga apparel market is expected to post a CAGR of more than 6% during the period 2019-2023, according to the latest market research report by Technavio. Request a free sample report

The popularity of yoga is continuously increasing due to multiple reasons, including stress relief, flexibility, general fitness, and the overall development of health. Yoga is also gaining popularity in many parts of the world due to increasing health awareness among people. With the growing number of yoga practitioners, the demand for yoga apparel has also increased. These factors are crucial in driving the growth of the global yoga apparel market.

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As per Technavio, the introduction of new technologies and features in yoga apparel will have a positive impact on the market and contribute to its growth significantly over the forecast period. This research report also analyzes other significant trends and market drivers that will affect market growth over 2019-2023.

Global Yoga Apparel Market: Introduction of New Technologies and Features in Yoga Apparel

Vendors in the market are consistently improving their products in terms of technology and features to achieve better customer satisfaction. Several vendors are incorporating thin polymer films in their products to block UV light and infrared heat across the yoga practitioners knees and shins that are more affected by the sun. Some vendors are introducing moisture-wicking fabrics that react to sweat and help it move to the fabric surface and evaporate it instead of absorbing like regular fabrics. The introduction of many such technologies and features by vendors is expected to boost the growth of the global yoga apparel market.

Growing membership in health and fitness clubs and the increasing popularity of customized yoga apparel will further boost market growth during the forecast period, says a senior analyst at Technavio.

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With glitzy holiday party dresses officially in the rear view, its time to settle back into the uniform of winter. Yep, were talking about comfy leggings. And as much as we love a pair of celeb-approved designer leggings, Amazons treasure trove of budget-friendly, customer-reviewed basics takes the cake as our go-to leggings destination.

In fact, Amazon shoppers are how the 90 Degree By Reflex High Waist Power Flex Leggings made it on our radar. Theyre one of the retailers top-selling pairs and have amassed nearly 4,000 perfect reviews and an overall 4.3-star rating from leggings enthusiasts and they may be worthy of a permanent spot in your leggings rotation.

Designed with the brands signature buttery-smooth Power Flex Fabric, a comfortable high-waisted silhouette, and a hidden waistband pocket ideal for tucking away credit cards or a house key, the 90 Degree leggings are an athleisure essential with both a flattering and functional fit. They come in more than 30 colors, so you can take your pick from vibrant or pastel shades to shake things up in your all-black leggings drawer.

As is the case with nearly all Amazon gems, the reviews speak for themselves. The leggings are priced at $28 each, which one shopper passionately called a freaking steal. Another gifted a pair to her sister because magic is meant to be shared.

Customers also attest to their gym credibility: The 90 Degree leggings offer light compression and moisture-wicking performance, so you can get your sweat sesh on in comfort. According to one Amazon shopper, theyre even great for CrossFit workouts and can compare to pricier Lululemon options.

If youre in the market for new leggings (which is, lets face it, pretty much always) for the chilly months ahead, head to Amazon and grab a pair of these for snuggling up or hitting the gym in style or maybe a healthy dose of both.

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At times, the whole is truly greater than the sum of its parts. Like a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Or, in fitness circles, maybe a triathlon. For Paulajeanne PJ OClair, a movement specialist from Manchester-by-the-Sea, aerial yoga fits the bill.

For the uninitiated, aerial yoga is a unique combination of acrobatic, circus-like arts, and antigravity asana, or yoga practice, said OClair.

Many people are under the impression that aerial classes have you flying around and hanging upside down like they do in a Cirque du Soleil show, she said. But aerial instructors are trained professionals and well aware that most people coming into class are not skilled circus performers. They know how to provide a safe and effective environment for their students.

OClair first learned about aerial yoga from a spa owner in Nova Scotia.

I fell in love with the feeling and concept of suspension, she said. I tried to mimic it using the TRX Suspension Trainer, but it wasnt the same.

OClairs original Clubxcel & Northeast Pilates in Manchester couldnt accommodate the specific equipment required for aerial yoga. That situation changed when she opened Praxis Performance + Wellness in Beverly last summer.

We fabricated our aerial rigging from a huge construction crane, she said. The welders built the structure in the parking lot and then installed it.

Suspension from aerial hammocks, said OClair, has many benefits, including pain relief and body alignment.

You can support your limbs, decompress the spine, and relieve stress, said OClair. Its very restorative. You feel like youre in a cocoon. Its a personal experience suspended swinging in space completely encapsulated in a silk hammock.

A 2016 study commissioned by the nonprofit American Council on Exercise confirmed the disciplines health benefits.

Even though aerial yoga does not include traditional cardio exercises, a single session of aerial yoga offered participants many of the benefits associated with low- to moderate-intensity aerobic exercise like brisk walking or leisurely cycling, reported Dr. Cedric X. Bryant, the organizations chief science officer. After the six-week program, participants displayed measurable reductions in some common risk factors for cardiovascular heart disease.

Classes last anywhere from 50 to 90 minutes.

It starts like most any other practice a warm-up and then a solid asana practice to build strength, mobilize the joints, and integrate the entire body, said OClair. You can start the practice on the mat, standing, or inside the hammock.

There are various class formats a traditional vinyasa flow, a core inspired focus, or restorative practice, she said. Doing aerial twice per week is extremely beneficial. Look at it as a cross-training tool.

Other than the rigging provided at the studio, no special gear is required.

Just an open mind, said OClair.

There are many options for success, she said. Its a discipline, and there is no rush and no need for perfection. Just practice daily and build yourself.

A discipline like aerial yoga, said OClair, is particularly beneficial during winter.

My advice is to get it done early in the morning, she said. That way life cannot derail you. Once you get to work, its hard to get out, or youre exhausted. Get it done early. Youll feel charged up and ready to face the day.

Its easy to turn over and hit the snooze button when you dont have anyone waiting for you. said OClair. Schedule to meet up with others. Become part of a community to hold yourself accountable. Our members are very committed to their groups and partner up.

For details, visit praxisperformwell.com.

Correspondent Brion OConnor can be reached at brionoc@verizon.net.

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Lenovo is following the pattern of revealing updates to its flagship lineup at CES, and this year, ahead of CES 2020, Lenovo has updated the ThinkPad X1 Carbon and ThinkPad X1 Yoga with WiFi 6 support, additional security features, and a new keyboard.

The new 8th Generation ThinkPad X1 Carbon, and 5th Generation Yoga, are moderately similar to the previous generation models while sharing equal weight, 2.40 and 2.86 pounds, and thickness, 14.9mm and 15.25mm, due to the reuse of the previous generation's chassis. Hardware specifications include Intel 10th Generation Comet Lake processors up to six cores, soldered LPDDR3 memory available in either 8GB or 16GB (DIY users beware as this memory is soldered and not easily replaceable), and memory devices up to a 2TB SSD.

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Lenovo's improvement to the ThinkPad X1's keyboard is evident with the addition of VoIP controls and retains the scissor-type keyboard as found on previous models. Upcoming ThinkPads will also feature WiFi 6, a feature first introduced on AMD's X570 platform. Lenovo now offers an optional 1080p display with a maximum brightness of up to 500 nits and is paired with Lenovo's PrivacyGuard screen filter, a technology designed to narrow the viewing angle of the screen to prevent viewing of the screen from surrounding eyes. Various models will support PrivacyAlert on top of PrivacyGuard, a software that warns the user of another person viewing the screen and will automatically enable PrivacyGuard. For the full-fledged models, the Lenovo ThinkPad Carbon X1 and Yoga are equipped with a UHD, 500 nit display with support for Dolby Vision.

Last but not least, both ThinkPads have a 51 Wh battery onboard that offers up to 15 hours on the Yoga, and 18 hours on the Carbon. As for the Carbon, this generation also meets the requirements for, and is part of, Intel's Project Athena program, and therefore meets Intel's performance and battery life bar.

The 2020 ThinkPad lineup is expected to become available later this year with the ThinkPad X1 Carbon coming in at a base price of $1,499 while the Yoga starts at a price of $1,599.

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A new study from the University of California, Berkeley has identified and mapped the 13 subjective experiences that different kinds of music can evoke in people.

Have you ever been in a situation where you wanted a playlist of musical tracks to put you in a certain mood for example, to motivate you to work but were unsure how to find it or put it together?

Soon, it may become easier to find music to suit your current emotions or kickstart you into action, thanks to a new study from researchers at the University of California, Berkeley.

The research, which doctoral student Alan Cowen led, used more than 2,000 music samples to gauge how different types of music influenced emotion in cohorts from two different countries and cultures: the United States and China.

"We have rigorously documented the largest array of emotions that are universally felt through the language of music," says the study's senior author Prof. Dacher Keltner. The study findings now appear in PNAS.

For their study, the researchers recruited 1,591 participants from the U.S. and 1,258 participants from China, who listened to a total of 2,168 samples of different types of music.

A first experiment involved a subgroup of U.S. and Chinese participants who listened to a music library of 1,841 samples, which they rated on 11 scales assessing for broad affective features.

This primary investigation allowed the investigators to come up with a long list of possible emotional experiences that different types of music could evoke.

It also allowed the researchers to verify how participants from different cultures perceived the same subjective experiences that the music tracks elicited.

"People from different cultures can agree that a song is angry but can differ on whether that feeling is positive or negative," notes Cowen.

Further experiments eventually led the researchers to identify a range of 13 emotions associated with music, which participants from both countries recognized.

The categories were: amusing, annoying, anxious or tense, beautiful, calm or relaxing or serene, dreamy, energizing, erotic or desirous, indignant or defiant, joyful or cheerful, sad or depressing, scary or fearful, and triumphant or heroic.

Across the spectrum, songs such as the iconic "Rock the Casbah" from the '80s rock band The Clash made people feel more energized, and the same went for Antonio Vivaldi's Baroque masterpiece, "The Four Seasons."

Al Green's 1971 single, "Let's Stay Together," elicited erotic feelings, while Israel Kamakawiwo'ole's upbeat version of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow" made listening participants experience feelings of joy.

Participants tended to experience feelings of defiance when listening to heavy metal and, as the researchers had predicted, feelings of fear when they heard the track "The Murder" by Bernard Herrmann, which served as background music for the famous shower scene in Alfred Hitchcock's film Psycho.

To make sure that participants from different cultures really did experience the same emotions when listening to certain types of music, the researchers also conducted a confirmation experiment that they had designed to eliminate, as far as possible, cultural biases.

This experiment involved asking participants to listen to more than 300 traditional instrumental tracks from both Western and Chinese cultures. The participants' responses confirmed the findings: Listeners from both the U.S. and China reported that these tracks evoked similar emotions.

"Music is a universal language, but we don't always pay enough attention to what it's saying and how it's being understood," notes Cowen.

"We wanted to take an important first step toward solving the mystery of how music can evoke so many nuanced emotions," he adds.

"Imagine organizing a massively eclectic music library by emotion and capturing the combination of feelings associated with each track. That's essentially what our study has done."

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In the future, the researchers believe that their work may even have practical applications. It may help psychologists and psychiatrists develop better therapies involving music and better allow developers to program music streaming services to identify playlists that will fit the listener's current mood.

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If you worry that you or someone you love will get heart disease or even have a heart attack, it's understandable.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI).

Research shows you can lower your risk, particularly if you team up with family, friends or co-workers. This kind of social support may be the key to your success.

NHLBI, one of the National Institutes of Health, is inviting people across the country to team up and join #OurHearts, a national heart health initiative that encourages people to improve heart health together.

"Studies show that having positive, close relationships and feeling connected to others benefits overall health, blood pressure, weight and more," said NHLBI's Dr. David Goff, director of cardiovascular sciences.

Risk: Inactivity

Solution: Move more throughout your day. Aim for at least 150 minutes each week of physical activity. Build up to activity that gets your heart beating faster and leaves you a little breathless. If you're busy, try breaking your daily activity into 10-minute chunks.

Stay motivated: Make walking dates. Join a pickup soccer or basketball game. Join a fitness class with your neighbor. Grab a loved one and dance in your kitchen.

Risk: An unhealthy diet

Solution: Consider an option like NHLBI's Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) eating plan, which is free and scientifically proven to lower high blood pressure and improve cholesterol levels.

Stay motivated: Invite friends to cook up heart healthy recipes together. Start a lunch club at work and trade recipe ideas.

Risk: Smoking, even occasionally

Solution: Quitting can be beneficial to your overall health, even if you've smoked for years. Set a quit date and let those close to you know. If you've tried quitting in the past, consider what helped and what made it harder.

Stay motivated: Ask your family and friends for support or join a support group. Find resources and connect with a trained counselor at 1-800-QUIT-NOW or SmokeFree's .

Risk: Inadequate or poor-quality sleep

Solution: Sleeping 7-8 hours each night helps improve heart health. Try going to bed and waking up at the same time each day. Getting a 30-minute daily dose of sunlight may also improve sleep.

Stay motivated: Resist that late afternoon nap. Turn off all screens at a set time nightly. Relax by listening to music, reading or taking a bath.

Risk: Uncontrolled stress

Solution: To help manage stress, try relaxation therapy and increase physical activity. Talk to a qualified mental health provider or someone you trust. De-stressing may also help improve sleep.

Stay motivated: Join a friend or family member in a relaxing activity like walking, yoga or meditation every day.

Learn about heart health and heart healthy activities in your community at nhlbi.nih.gov/ourhearts. Use #OurHearts on social media to share how you and your friends, colleagues or family members are being heart healthy together.

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