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YogaSix recently opened its first Richmond area location at the Regency mall. (Jack Jacobs photo)

Regency has added its first yoga studio as the West End mall continues to stretch into more of a modernized mixed-use development.

California-based YogaSix opened its first local outpost at Regency earlier this month, kicking off with a soft opening and an official launch scheduled to take place in two to three months.

Christina Perronie is the local franchisee.

A military pilot, Perronie wasnt a yoga person until she broke her back in a helicopter crash in California while she was a member of the California National Guard living in San Diego. Yoga was part of her recovery regime, but she had trouble finding a studio that worked for her. After some bad experiences, a friend recommended she try a nearby YogaSix.

It was hard because I had two rods and eight screws in my back, she said. I went (to YogaSix) and fell in love with it.

Perronie moved to the Richmond area five years ago and contacted the company about standing up a Richmond studio when she heard it had unveiled a franchise model. She also was previously a franchisee for a Pure Barre gym in California. Pure Barre shares the same parent company, Xponential Fitness, as YogaSix.

I like that corporate can guide you through the process, help with marketing and whatever it is you need, she said, adding that shes also an officer in the Virginia National Guard.

The 2,200-square-foot Regency studio has 11 employees, six of whom are teachers.

Perronie plans to open two more studios in the area in the near future. She hopes to expand to Scotts Addition this summer. Where the third location will be hasnt been determined.

YogaSix, which is based in Irvine, Calif. and founded in 2012, has more than 400 licensed locations in the country, according to the companys website.

The brand is named for the six core classes its studios offer, which include hot yoga and a beginners class. Memberships run from $76 to about $100 monthly. Class packages cost between $10 for a single off-site class to $195 for a 10-class package.

YogaSix is among the latest arrivals to Regency. Mall owners Rebkee Co. and Thalhimer Realty Partners are undertaking a substantial renovation that includes apartments and a shift away from retail anchors to more experiential anchors, such as the Surge Adventure Park that opened in October. YogaSix is located in one of the malls new outward facing parcels, next door to the Footlocker that moved to a window view from an original location inside the mall.

Jack joined BizSense in 2020, covering startups, retail, healthcare, public companies and nonprofits. He previously reported for the Virginia Gazette and Tidewater Review. He is a graduate of Christopher Newport University. Reach him at [emailprotected] or 804-554-6545.

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For investors seeking a strong dividend player, there are some market segments that are known for their high-yield dividends, making them logical places to start looking for reliable payers. The hydrocarbon sector, oil and gas production and mainstreaming, is one of these. The sector deals in a products thats essential our world runs on oil and its by-products. And while overhead for energy companies is high, they still have a market for their deliverables, leading to a ready cash flow which can be used, among other things, to pay the dividends. All of this has investment firm Raymond James looking to the roster oil and gas midstream companies for dividend stocks with growth potential. "We anticipate the [midstream] group will add around ~1 turn to its average EV/EBITDA multiple this year. This equates to a ~20-25% move in equity value," Raymond James analyst Justin Jenkins noted. Jenkins outlined a series of points leading to a midstream recovery in 2021, which include the shift from lockdown to reopen policies; a general boost on the way for commodities, as the economy picks up; a political point, that some of DCs more traditional centrists are unlikely to vote in favor of anti-oil, Green New Deal policies; and finally, with stock values relatively low, the dividend yields are high. A look into the TipRanks database reveals two midstream companies that have come to Raymond James attention for all of the points noted above. These are stocks with a specific set of clear attributes: a dividend yield of 7% or higher and Buy ratings. MPLX LP (MPLX) MPLX, which spun off of Marathon Petroleum eight years ago as a separate midstream entity, acquires, owns, and operates a series of midstream assets, including pipelines, terminals, refineries, and river shipping. MPLXs main areas of operations are in the northern Rocky Mountains, and in the Midwest and stretching south to the Gulf of Mexico coast. Revenue reports through the corona year of 2020 show the value potential of oil and gas midstreaming. The company reported $2.18 billion at the top line in Q1, $1.99 billion in Q2, and $2.16 billion in Q3; earnings turned negative in Q1, but were positive in both subsequent quarters. The Q3 report also showed $1.2 billion in net cash generated, more than enough to cover the companys dividend distribution. MPLX pays out 68.75 cents per common share quarterly, or $2.75 annualized, which gives the dividend a high yield of 11.9%. The company has a diversified set of midstream operations, and strong cash generation, factors leading Raymond James' Justin Jenkins to upgrade his stance on MPLX from Neutral to Outperform (i.e. Buy). His price target, at $28, implies a 22% one-year upside for the shares. (To watch Jenkins track record, click here) Backing his stance, Jenkins writes, Given the number of 'boxes' that the story for MPLX can check, it's no surprise that it's been a debate stock. With exposure to inflecting G&P trends, an expected refining/refined product volume recovery, the story hits many operational boxes - while also straddling several financial debates We also think solid 2020 financial results should give longer-term confidence Turning now to the rest of the Street, it appears that other analysts are generally on the same page. With 6 Buys and 2 Holds assigned in the last three months, the consensus rating comes in as a Strong Buy. In addition, the $26.71 average price target puts the upside at ~17%. (See MPLX stock analysis on TipRanks) DCP Midstream Partners (DCP) Based in Denver, Colorado, the next stock is one of the countrys largest natural gas midstream operators. DCP controls a network of gas pipelines, hubs, storage facilities, and plants stretching between the Rocky Mountain, Midcontinent, and Permian Basin production areas and the Gulf Coast of Texas and Louisiana. The company also operates in the Antrim gas region of Michigan. In the most recent reported quarter 3Q20 DCP gathered and processed 4.5 billion cubic feet of gas per day, along with 375 thousand barrels of natural gas liquids. The company also reported $268 million in net cash generated, of which $130 million was free cash flow. The company reduced its debt load by $156 million in the quarter, and showed a 17% reduction in operating costs year-over-year. All of this allowed DCP to maintain its dividend at 39 cents per share. Early in the corona crisis, the company had to cut back that payment but only once. The recently declared 4Q20 dividend is the fourth in a row at 39 cents per common share. The annualized rate of $1.56 gives a respectable yield of 7.8%. This is another stock that gets an upgrade from Raymond James. Analyst James Weston bumps this stock up from Neutral to Outperform (i.e. Buy), while setting a $24 target price to imply 20% growth on the one-year time horizon. [We] expect DCP to post yet another solid quarter on sequential improvements in NGL prices, NGL market volatility, and positive upstream trends we are not capitalizing current propane prices and anticipate a solid, but more normalized pricing regime over the next 12-18 months. In our view, this will create a beneficial operating environment for DCP cash flows that is not currently reflected in Street estimates, Weston noted. All in all, the Moderate Buy analyst consensus rating on DCP is based on 7 recent reviews, breaking down 4 to 3 Buy versus Hold. Shares are priced at $19.58 and the average target of $23 suggests an upside of ~15% from that level. (See DCP stock analysis on TipRanks) To find good ideas for dividend stocks trading at attractive valuations, visit TipRanks Best Stocks to Buy, a newly launched tool that unites all of TipRanks equity insights. Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this article are solely those of the featured analysts. The content is intended to be used for informational purposes only. It is very important to do your own analysis before making any investment.

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After a San Mateo County judge issued a temporary restraining order to shut down Pacifica Beach Yoga for repeated COVID-19 violations, the yoga studio's owner, Tommy Antoon, threatened a county official and his family in a public Instagram post.

The post, which has not been deleted as of Sunday morning, calls for followers to "#delete" the county official, whose name we are withholding because of the violent language directed at his family (though it should be noted that Antoon misspelled the individual's name multiple times).

"It's time to get rid of this POS get in his face his family's faces his children's faces that's what this guy deserves this is pure evil scum lets get on it," the post reads. A separate caption adds, "Time to roll patriots this is our first POS somebody that refuses to except [sic] the science that nobody's got an infection at our studio in nine months he wants people to suffer and stay home it's time to make him suffer let's go."

The Pacifica Police Department does not have an active investigation into Antoon's threats, a spokesperson told SFGATE.

On Friday, SFGATE reported on the contents of the lawsuit filed by San Mateo County against Pacifica Beach Yoga and its owner. According to the lawsuit, on Dec. 26, Antoon was issued a $500 fine for "operating a fitness facility indoors, failing to require employees and customers to wear face coverings, and failing to ensure social distancing." He then left a threatening message directed at a San Mateo County COVID compliance officer.

"Yeah, message is for Evan . . . whatever his little name is. Stop sending me citations. Stop harassing me. You have no authority but to do nothing but harass people and try to bully people. Do not come by my business again or you will face the wrath of me. Do not step on my property, do not call me, do nothing to associate with my business. My business will remain open. Ill do as I want. You have no right to fine me nothing. Youre a peasant. Stay away."

On Jan. 5, after receiving more health violation complaints, the same officer issued a $3,000 fine, and Antoon delivered another menacing voicemail. His studio is now closed by the county until at least Feb. 4.

Over the weekend, the Pacifica Beach Yoga account posted twice more, thanking "Karen,s" [sic] for "making [us] the most popular studio in the Bay Area," presumably referencing the attention the social media threats have garnered.

Ed. note: A previous version of this story referenced reaching out to the San Mateo Police Department for comment; it has since been updated with comment from the Pacifica Police Department, which has jurisdiction.

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Yoga is a type of mind-body exercise that involves moving through different physical postures. Many styles of yoga exist, from gentle and slow-moving to intense and fast-paced.

Practicing yoga can offer the following physical and mental health benefits:

In yoga, moving your body into various poses helps improve both flexibility and balance. A small 2016 study found after 10 weeks of bi-weekly yoga sessions, male college athletes improved their flexibility and balance more than those who did not practice yoga.

For your body to move and function efficiently, flexibility is essential. Flexibility also "stops your muscles from pulling adversely against your joints," says Jennifer Jens, yoga instructor, personal trainer, and owner of BeachLIFE Fitness in Pensacola, Florida.

Balance is also important to avoid falls and injury. Because many yoga positions involve balancing, such as one-legged postures, yoga can improve balance.

Yoga can restore the flexibility and balance people tend to lose with age. "It forces us to move our bodies in ways that we wouldn't normally do on an everyday basis," says Chrys Kub, a physical therapist, certified yoga therapist, and owner of Fit Yoga Therapy in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Yoga builds muscle strength by using body weight as a form of resistance. Through holding poses or moving through them, you build muscle endurance, Jens says. Muscle endurance refers to how long a muscle can perform an exercise repeatedly.

In a small 2015 study, adults in China who practiced hatha yoga saw improvements in muscle strength and flexibility after 12 weeks.

Yoga works the whole body, but more strenuous versions of yoga, such as vinyasa, do more to strengthen muscles than gentler forms of yoga, such as yin.

Yoga isn't generally considered a cardio workout, because it does not get your heart pumping as hard as running does, for example. However, it does still work your cardiovascular system and helps keep your heart healthy.

"If you're moving quickly through movements, your heart rate increases, and over time, you build good cardiovascular endurance," Jens says. Vinyasa and Ashtanga are faster-paced versions of yoga that could count towards cardio.

A 2011 study found three months of yoga reduced pain in people with chronic or recurrent low back pain more than those who just received their usual care.

Back pain is sometimes tied to poor posture. For some people, improved posture is the main benefit gained from yoga, Jens says. Good posture keeps your joints aligned which can ease tensions, she says.

Yoga helps improve posture and relieve back pain because it improves your muscles' flexibility and endurance, as well as your mobility. Many yoga poses engage your back muscles, as well as other muscles like your core that connect to your back muscles.

Arthritis, a condition that causes pain and stiffness, is due to inflammation of a joint. A 2020 review of studies on patients with rheumatoid arthritis found yoga improved their physical function. The studies' participants were between the ages of 30 and 70, and 86% of them were women.

"As a physical therapist, I incorporate yoga into my work with clients who have musculoskeletal issues," Kub says.

Some people with arthritis may need to avoid high-impact exercise because of the stress it causes on their joints. However, yoga may be a better workout because you use only your body weight, and you can go at your own pace, Jens says. Check with your doctor before beginning any exercise regimen.

Generally, yoga does not burn the same amount of calories that cardio does. For example, here are the number of calories burned in one hour of the following exercises:

However, those extra 200 calories can add up. A 2013 review found yoga programs often help people lose weight. The review found the effectiveness of yoga in helping people lose weight depended on how frequently one practiced, how long they practiced for, and if their yoga program incorporated a diet element amongst other metrics.

According to a 2011 review, yoga can improve quality of life in several ways, such as reducing:

Yoga reduces stress by incorporating various breathing techniques, akin to meditation. "Taking slower, longer breaths, in and out through your nose, affects your nervous system" and tells the body to calm down, Kub says. "The breath is a physical, concrete tool that you can use to actually change your emotional response."

Some varieties of yoga incorporate meditation. Yoga's focus on the mind-body connection lets you "kind of compartmentalize some stressors, push them off to the side, and really let your mind 'breathe' for a moment," Jens says. "[This] allows room for you to feel more positive about your day, more energetic, and more apt to want to go out and be productive."

The physical and mental benefits that yoga offers are diverse, from increased flexibility and strength to better sleep. And some of these benefits are linked. If you're less stressed, you can sleep better, and if you sleep better, you'll be less stressed during the day, Jens says.

The mind-body connection makes yoga especially beneficial, as it can improve your health in many ways at once. "It's actually a holistic approach to overall mental, physical, and emotional well-being," Kub says.

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For investors seeking a strong dividend player, there are some market segments that are known for their high-yield dividends, making them logical places to start looking for reliable payers. The hydrocarbon sector, oil and gas production and mainstreaming, is one of these. The sector deals in a products thats essential our world runs on oil and its by-products. And while overhead for energy companies is high, they still have a market for their deliverables, leading to a ready cash flow which can be used, among other things, to pay the dividends. All of this has investment firm Raymond James looking to the roster oil and gas midstream companies for dividend stocks with growth potential. "We anticipate the [midstream] group will add around ~1 turn to its average EV/EBITDA multiple this year. This equates to a ~20-25% move in equity value," Raymond James analyst Justin Jenkins noted. Jenkins outlined a series of points leading to a midstream recovery in 2021, which include the shift from lockdown to reopen policies; a general boost on the way for commodities, as the economy picks up; a political point, that some of DCs more traditional centrists are unlikely to vote in favor of anti-oil, Green New Deal policies; and finally, with stock values relatively low, the dividend yields are high. A look into the TipRanks database reveals two midstream companies that have come to Raymond James attention for all of the points noted above. These are stocks with a specific set of clear attributes: a dividend yield of 7% or higher and Buy ratings. MPLX LP (MPLX) MPLX, which spun off of Marathon Petroleum eight years ago as a separate midstream entity, acquires, owns, and operates a series of midstream assets, including pipelines, terminals, refineries, and river shipping. MPLXs main areas of operations are in the northern Rocky Mountains, and in the Midwest and stretching south to the Gulf of Mexico coast. Revenue reports through the corona year of 2020 show the value potential of oil and gas midstreaming. The company reported $2.18 billion at the top line in Q1, $1.99 billion in Q2, and $2.16 billion in Q3; earnings turned negative in Q1, but were positive in both subsequent quarters. The Q3 report also showed $1.2 billion in net cash generated, more than enough to cover the companys dividend distribution. MPLX pays out 68.75 cents per common share quarterly, or $2.75 annualized, which gives the dividend a high yield of 11.9%. The company has a diversified set of midstream operations, and strong cash generation, factors leading Raymond James' Justin Jenkins to upgrade his stance on MPLX from Neutral to Outperform (i.e. Buy). His price target, at $28, implies a 22% one-year upside for the shares. (To watch Jenkins track record, click here) Backing his stance, Jenkins writes, Given the number of 'boxes' that the story for MPLX can check, it's no surprise that it's been a debate stock. With exposure to inflecting G&P trends, an expected refining/refined product volume recovery, the story hits many operational boxes - while also straddling several financial debates We also think solid 2020 financial results should give longer-term confidence Turning now to the rest of the Street, it appears that other analysts are generally on the same page. With 6 Buys and 2 Holds assigned in the last three months, the consensus rating comes in as a Strong Buy. In addition, the $26.71 average price target puts the upside at ~17%. (See MPLX stock analysis on TipRanks) DCP Midstream Partners (DCP) Based in Denver, Colorado, the next stock is one of the countrys largest natural gas midstream operators. DCP controls a network of gas pipelines, hubs, storage facilities, and plants stretching between the Rocky Mountain, Midcontinent, and Permian Basin production areas and the Gulf Coast of Texas and Louisiana. The company also operates in the Antrim gas region of Michigan. In the most recent reported quarter 3Q20 DCP gathered and processed 4.5 billion cubic feet of gas per day, along with 375 thousand barrels of natural gas liquids. The company also reported $268 million in net cash generated, of which $130 million was free cash flow. The company reduced its debt load by $156 million in the quarter, and showed a 17% reduction in operating costs year-over-year. All of this allowed DCP to maintain its dividend at 39 cents per share. Early in the corona crisis, the company had to cut back that payment but only once. The recently declared 4Q20 dividend is the fourth in a row at 39 cents per common share. The annualized rate of $1.56 gives a respectable yield of 7.8%. This is another stock that gets an upgrade from Raymond James. Analyst James Weston bumps this stock up from Neutral to Outperform (i.e. Buy), while setting a $24 target price to imply 20% growth on the one-year time horizon. [We] expect DCP to post yet another solid quarter on sequential improvements in NGL prices, NGL market volatility, and positive upstream trends we are not capitalizing current propane prices and anticipate a solid, but more normalized pricing regime over the next 12-18 months. In our view, this will create a beneficial operating environment for DCP cash flows that is not currently reflected in Street estimates, Weston noted. All in all, the Moderate Buy analyst consensus rating on DCP is based on 7 recent reviews, breaking down 4 to 3 Buy versus Hold. Shares are priced at $19.58 and the average target of $23 suggests an upside of ~15% from that level. (See DCP stock analysis on TipRanks) To find good ideas for dividend stocks trading at attractive valuations, visit TipRanks Best Stocks to Buy, a newly launched tool that unites all of TipRanks equity insights. Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this article are solely those of the featured analysts. The content is intended to be used for informational purposes only. It is very important to do your own analysis before making any investment.

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"Lori and I have been talking about doing a retreat for the past few years, and we are both big believers in divine timing," says Bartlett. "There is an instinctual 'knowing' when the time is right for something to come into this world. Now is the time to share what we both love to do educate and empower mamas in the comfort of their homes. Lori is in L.A. and I'm in Hawaii, but we invite moms from all over the globe to be part of this experience."

The live event, which will take place on February 19 to 21, will include prenatal yoga, nutrition, self-care and meditation sessions, as well as a panel of guest experts. Not only will soon-to-be moms receive the same VIP treatment as the duo's extensive A-list clientele but, more importantly, they'll also have the opportunity to connect with each other.

"Women need support and community now more than ever," says Bregman. "I've seen firsthand how my pregnant clients feel isolated, scared and unsupported. Doctors' visits are spread out, hospitals are short-staffed and doulas aren't even allowed in some places, So we thought, 'Let's do a virtual retreat that will help these women feel more supported and calm during these trying times.'"

Bartlett couldn't agree more. That's exactly why she and Bregman plan to make social interaction a high priority during their two-and-a-half day retreat. "We are really interested in creating an interactive experience," says Bartlett. "Moms can ask any and all questions they might have about their unique path. Lori and I have taught together before and have shared information on everything from pelvic floor health to birthing yourself as a Mother. No topic is off limits!"

My goal is that women walk away feeling calm and at peace, empowered and educated," says Bregman. Adds Bartlett, "The babies that are being born right now are the future. These are the souls that will lead us into a new world. It is an honor to take care of the moms and know that these babies will become our leaders, visionaries, and experts in health, wellness, and peace!"

To learn more or register online, visit Mothers Into Living Fit. Registration is $299 per person and includes a free goodie bag. Stay tuned for more details to follow on a postnatal retreat to take place this spring!

About Desi Desi Bartlett, M.S., CPT E-RYT, is a celebrity yoga and fitness instructor that specializes in pre and post-natal wellness. With 25 years of experience, she is the author of, "Your Strong Sexy Pregnancy," the co-creator of manduka's round yoga mat, and featured talent on Beachbody on Demand.

About Lori Lori Bregman is a renowned doula, life coach, author of "Mamaste,"and"The Mindful Mom To Be," and co-founder of Seedlyfe Superfoods.With over 19 years of experience, she works with pregnant and new moms on all aspects of their personal transformation from fertility through pregnancy and into new motherhood. Look for her new doula deck available in February on Amazon.

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Here in the early stages of 2021, we know were on the cusp of a massive wave of new Chromebook hardware, and it seems that our first unboxing of the year is the very-unique Lenovo ThinkPad C13 Yoga Chromebook. Aside from the ridiculous naming of this device, the spec sheet really speaks for itself. With the new AMD Ryzen processors, plenty of RAM and storage options, a stowable USI pen, backlit keyboard, bright screen, metal build, fingerprint scanner, and convertible form factor, this Chromebook has a lot to offer.

While expensive (the Athlon with a measly 4GB of RAM and 32GB of eMMC storage starts at $899), this Chromebook really does bring a ton to the table for the working-class user. With tons of I/O, a sturdy build, military-grade toughness, multiple input methods, a fantastic keyboard, a great screen, and a killer paint job, this Chromebook is easily impressing me from the get go.

We need time to review it and see how things hold up with the processor, but it is safe to say Im a favorably surprised by this Chromebook. Generally, ThinkPads are utilitarian, a bit ugly, and kind of clunky. They exist to get a job done and not bother with looking great while doing it. This one feels a bit different, though, and just holding the device and using it for a short time is already incredibly satisfying. It feels every bit the premium Chromebook part and thats a very good thing for a device that ranges this high in price. For what its worth, this Chromebook has already seen a massive discount at least once. It will probably happen again, too.

If you think about it, though, as long as the processor holds up (were testing the AMD Ryzen 5 3500C model), theres little else this Chromebook is missing. It already feels like the jack of all trades and does so without also feeling like a Frankenstein device. Thats a tough feat to pull off, and it feels like Lenovo might have done it, here. Time will tell and well have a full review of it out soon enough, but color me impressed so far with the Lenovo ThinkPad C13.

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MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) Standing on a windy, frozen lake doesnt sound appealing to most but thats just what several Minnesotans do in order to relax.

The orange glow on the horizon brought a sliver of serenity to a tundra-turned yoga studio.

Just get into that cozy mindset. Imagine that youre on a beach somewhere, said yoga instructor Jamie Bartlett. Find that breath. Find that warmth.

Bartlett and much of her close-knit class live around the now-frozen Crooked Lake in Anoka County. She teaches classes in the summer on the lake with everyone on paddleboards. With it being a mild winter so far, she wondered if the outdoor exercise could continue.

We were just hanging out on a Sunday afternoon and Im like, Lets do ice yoga! Bartlett said.

Its an idea some might consider to crazy.

Well, we are [crazy], said participant Jamie Wilson. But thats Minnesota, so were just out here trying to have a good time.

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Even with gloves on, fingertips felt nearly frozen as each minute passed. The wind hitting the womens faces could easily pull them out of their tranquil state. But rather than worry about how their bodies were feeling, they focused on their minds.

Its all about how youre thinking, the positivity, the thoughts that you have and just really staying focused and intentional with everything that youre doing, said Wilson.

All were wearing full winter gear most suitable for ice fishing, which can make moving between poses feel clunky.

You may feel a little tighter. You might not be able to bend as far, said Bartlett.

During the class, music on a portable speaker suddenly turned off. Bartletts phone, which was playing the music and had a full battery, had died from the cold.

The challenges in these conditions are undeniable, but the communal connection to each other and nature even in the face of frigid cold is all the warmth they need.

Just enjoy the winter and get out and just spread some love and joy and positivity, said Bartlett.

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A new fitness studio is offering gym-goers three workouts in one.

SPENGA, which opened in August, combines spinning, strength training and yoga into an hourlong class. The fitness studio is in the Shops of Legacy, near 168th Street and West Center Road.

Its a multidimensional workout, said owner Nicole Bukacek.

Bukacek, an avid exerciser, said she has been a member of large gyms and boutique fitness studios, but nothing was able to hold her attention for long. She was hooked by the SPENGA concept and wanted to bring it to Omaha.

Classes at the studio are split into three 20-minute segments. First, participants spend time on the bikes. Then they move over to strength training, where each participant has his or her own set of weights. The workouts wrap up with yoga. Yoga sessions include strength-driven poses, flexibility poses and recovery.

The workouts are led by an instructor and can be modified to suit different fitness levels.

The 4,200-square-foot studio can accommodate 26 members. Because of the coronavirus pandemic, classes are capped at 18.

Members use their own bike, weights and yoga equipment. Members are spaced out during classes to practice social distancing.

Attendees can choose from monthly memberships, session packages and drop-in rates.

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Almost everyone suffers from lower-back pain at some point in their lives. A famous Canadian study conducted in the late 1990s found that approximately 85% of adults experience some form of lower-back pain at some point in their life. People suffer from lower-back pain for a variety of reasons, whether from injury or from being tied to their desks all day and feeling stiff, and often a gentle massage can help them ease their pain. Sometimes, yoga is more appropriate to help you with your lower-back pain. Yoga can always help rebalance your back and here we will look at several solutions which can help you alleviate your lower back pain.

This yoga sequence warms up the whole spine, lower back, calves, ankles and hamstrings. This is the right place to begin your yoga practice and open up spaces in your body for better healing to deal with these issues.

To begin the sequence, spread your legs as far as your hips, with your shoulders relaxed and, look forward, with a neutral chin. Bend your knees softly to protect your lower back. Breathe in deeply and then exhale while bringing your chin close to your chest. Begin rolling down towards your toes, adjusting to your heads weight. Remember to maintain soft knees the whole time. When you have reached a comfortable posture, you can now bend your knees as freely as is necessary in order to be able to have your fingertips tent over the ground. Keep your head heavy while keeping your shoulders relaxed. Exhale through your mouth and maintain this position for several breaths.

Doing this will help your lower as well as upper back, and hamstrings and quadriceps, by opening and strengthening them. Inhale and slowly straighten your back, keeping your toes light. Keep your toes light, while planting your feet firmly into the ground, keeping your head heavy. Stay present throughout and complete the sequence by moving your shoulders back over your hips, and keeping your eyes focused ahead of you. Stand up completely. Repeat this sequence four times.

The pose is very helpful if you need to stretch your inner legs, back of your legs and the spine.

From a standing position, plant your right foot at the back of your mat and turn your feet so that they are parallel to each other.

Your feet should be in a wide stance, outside the hips. Have your shoulders over your pelvis and your arms akimbo over your sides.

Put your palms firmly on the ground, making sure to keep them under your shoulders. Ypu want to be rolling your weight, first inwards and then forwards. Make sure to plant your feet parallel to each other. At most, your feet should be marginally turned inwards at the toes.

Some people find that it helps to increase the intensity of the stretch. To do so, you should put your pals beneath the outer edges of your feet and then use your upper body's strength to reach greater depths. Yoga practitioners recommend staying in this position for 30 seconds to a minute.

A good ergonomic chair can go a long way towards healing lower back pain. Ergonomically designed chairs are designed in such a way that productivity and well being are maximised. Research has shown the health benefits towards the lower back when ergonomically designed chairs are used. This is because ergonomically designed chairs reduce the pressure on the lower back, minimizing occupational lower back pain. Given the amount of time that people spend seated, reducing the pressure on the lower back goes a long way toward alleviating lower back pain, especially considering that lower pain for most people is related to their sitting habits.

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