DALLAS, Sept. 28, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The ComputED Gazette announced today that five Cambium Learning Group online programs, ExploreLearning Gizmos, ExploreLearning Reflex, VmathLive, Ticket to Read and firefly, were named winners in its 17th Annual 2012 Education Software Review Awards (EDDIES).

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The EDDIES target content-rich and innovative programs and websites that augment classroom curriculum and improve the productivity of teachers. Winning products provide teachers and parents alike with technology that fosters educational excellence and are chosen from titles submitted by publishers worldwide.

"We are thrilled that The ComputED Gazette chose five online programs from our Cambium Learning family of companies," says Ron Klausner, chief executive officer of Cambium Learning Group. "Recognition from our industry peers proves that as a company we are continuing in our mission through our online programs, to enable educators to unlock every child's potential through learning, no matter where their journey begins."

For more information, visit http://www.cambiumlearning.com.

About Cambium Learning Group, Inc.Cambium Learning Group (ABCD) is the leading educational company focused primarily on serving the needs of at-risk and special student populations. The company is comprised of three business units: Voyager Learning provides comprehensive print and online intervention solutions, professional development, and school turnaround offerings and includes Lincoln National Academy, Class.com, and Voyager Education Services; Sopris Learning is known for supplemental solutions, including assessment, supplemental intervention, positive behavior supports and professional development; and Cambium Learning Technologies develops instructional and assistive technology and represents IntelliTools, Kurzweil Educational Systems, Learning AZ, and ExploreLearning. Cambium Learning Group is committed to providing evidence-based support and expert professional services to empower educators and raise the achievement levels of all students. Learn more at http://www.cambiumlearning.com.

Media Contact:Shannan Overbeck Cambium Learning Group, Inc. 214.932.9476 shannan.overbeck@cambiumlearning.com

Investor Contact:Chris Cleveland Cambium Learning Group, Inc. 214.932.9474 chris.cleveland@cambiumlearning.com

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MAUI, Hawaii, Sept. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --Spa Grande and lululemon athletica Maui invites the community and visitors to Maui's first annual free beach yoga day on Sunday, September 30 at 6:30 pm to celebrate National Yoga Month, an observance designated by the Department of Health & Human Services to educate the public about the health benefits of yoga and to inspire a healthy lifestyle.

Spa Grande's goal is for guests to unite wellness, beauty and nature and partnering with lululemon athletica to celebrate National Yoga Month was a way to further promotes health and wellness to both visitors and locals. "We wanted to create an event that promoted community and outdoor fitness while taking advantage of our beautiful, island home," said Sharon Ogawa, director of Spa Grande. "No matter what your fitness level is, yoga is the ideal exercise routine because it works the entire body through simple movements and proper breathing."

The beach yoga event starts with a class of Hatha yoga at sunset. Hatha a low-impact type of yoga focused on breathing, ideal for enthusiasts who are new to yoga, or are recuperating. The class will be followed by a 10 minute meditation led by lululemon athletica Maui Showroom Manager, Chelsea Dimin.

The Hatha yoga class will be led under the guidance of Nancy Lawrence. Lawrence is a lululemon ambassador and has been the lead fitness and yoga instructor at Spa Grande for 20 years. Fellow lululemon yoga ambassadors Amber Lee, Jennifer Lauer and Brenna Miles will also be present to guide participants. The meditation that leads attendees through a ten year future vision of their ideal life will be led by lululemon manager, Chelsea Dimin.

The event is free to the public and participants must sign-in at 6:30 pm at the Grand Wailea and must be at least six-years of age. Towels will be provided or participants may bring their own yoga mats if preferred. The class is open to all fitness levels.

Raffles will be available at the event for attendees to participate in, with prizes including a lululemon yoga mat, and a nutrition and personal training session at Spa Grande. A lululemon gym bag is also up for grabs to the person who brings the most people with them.

"Sometimes, the way to a healthier and fit lifestyle starts with the support of family and friends," said Chelsea Dimin, lululemon manager. "To promote the idea of community and empowerment, we will be giving a lululemon yoga bag to the person who brings the most people to participate at the event."

About Spa GrandeSpa Grande is the largest spa in the Hawaiian Islands with 40 treatment rooms and the unique Terme Wailea Hydrotherapy that includes a Roman Tub, saunas, cascading waterfalls, Swiss Jet Showers, a Japanese Furo, and five Hawaiian sea salt baths exclusive to Spa Grande. Spa Grande's Fitness Center offers top-of-the-line Precor training equipment, daily yoga, pilates and cycling classes to its guests. Spa Grande is voted "Top Hotel Spa in Hawaii" by Travel + Leisure's 2012 World's Best Award. For more information, visit http://www.spagrande.com or call 800.772.1933.

About lululemon athletica Mauilululemon athletica is an athletic apparel company that creates components for people to live longer, healthier, more fun lives. They make technical athletic apparel for yoga, running, dancing, and most other sweaty pursuits. Leading community fitness events is one of the many ways lululemon athletica Maui increases the health and wellness on the island. lululemon selects ambassadors that embody the lululemon lifestyle and are passionate about the community. For more information visit http://www.lululemon.com.

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As a yoga enthusiast, I find it intriguing that there are so many forms of this excellent exercise to participate in. Additionally, as a former gymnast, I appreciate the fact that antigravity yoga and slackline yoga (slackasana) are available. If you don't know what slackline yoga is or want to know more, read on to find out.

What is slackline yoga?

Slackline yoga, also called slacklining, is a great way to improve your balance and muscle tone because you are performing asanas on a thin line (tubula webbing) that is slightly in the air. Many poses are performed in slackline yoga, including the following:

Lotus Pose (Padmasana)

Since the lotus pose is done sitting down, it is a great way to get use to performing slackline yoga. In addition, lotus gives both the ankles and knees a wonderful stretch.

Eagle Pose (Garudasana)

The eagle pose is a great way to increase your balance and concentration, so just imagine how beneficial it is performing it on the tubula webbing. If you want to provide your entire legs and hips with a superior stretch, eagle pose will also accomplish that.

Chair Pose (Utkatasana)

The chair pose is considered a beginner pose when done on the ground, but when done on that thin tubula webbing you can be sure it won't be as easy in the beginning. Additionally, the chair pose is a great way to tone the gluteus maximus (buttock muscles).

Slackline yoga in action

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Keyon Dooling could have continued playing in the NBA.

A wave of surprise hit the league last week when the Boston Celtics announced they had waived Dooling and he would be retiring from the game. Why? Why would a passionate player who loves basketball -- and, just as importantly, the Celtics organization and his teammates -- hang it all up when he had the opportunity to play on a squad he believes will win it all this season?

Sometimes the biggest factors in an athletes life have nothing to do with the sport he or she plays. In this case, Doolings decision to leave the NBA didnt have much to do with basketball at all.

* * * * Laughter bounced off the beige walls of the Dooling household as his loved ones filled the rooms with warmth and happiness. On this particular late September evening, Dooling, his wife Natosha, daughters Deneal (11), Gabrielle (9) and Jordan (5), son Keyon Jr. (2), cousin Kevin (17), brother Cedric Johnson, and godbrother Harry Turner had gathered together. These were the people Dooling had left every few days for a road series. These were the people who had shared his attention with the demanding NBA schedule.

The average career is 4 1/2 years and I tripled that, almost, Dooling told CSNNE.com as he settled into a brown leather chair at the marble high top table in his dining room, his usual three-piece suit traded for a tailored, buttondown shirt and jeans. The grind of the NBA just has taken its toll on me, on my body. More so than that, my family . . . Ive missed birthdays, school conferences, dropping my kids off, school plays, school dances. Ive missed just being daddy so much.

"I have enough. I have all the resources I need, Im a blessed man. Im not limping away; I was able to walk away.

Dooling, the 10th overall pick in the 2000 NBA Draft, contemplated retirement five years ago. Then a member of the Orlando Magic, he underwent tests that revealed a degenerative hip. But at the time he was only 27, too young to stop. Besides, no one wanted him to.

I [thought about retirement] as soon as I found out [about the hip issue], Dooling explained. But I played ball for everybody else, for my family, and I still loved to play. I was still willing to go through that grind. Ive taken medicine, Ive gotten shots, Ive done a lot of things to be able to go out on that court. But I couldnt let my family down. They love to see me play ball.

Doolings career was never about himself. Thats not the way he lives his life. The needs of others have always come first, whether it's a close family member, a teammate, or a distant friend of someone he knows.

His willingness to help those around him made him one of the most accessible players in the NBA. From All-Stars like Dwight Howard and Rajon Rondo to players like Trevor Ariza, Courtney Lee and Jameer Nelson, Dooling -- the first vice-president of the NBA Players Association -- has spent personal time with countless athletes around the league, listening to their stories, offering advice, and providing a shoulder to lean on and a place to turn.

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A Phoebus football player has been suspended and another was taken to the hospital following a fight during practice Tuesday afternoon, which ultimately led to the removal either temporary or permanent of head coach Stan Sexton.

Sgt. Jason Price, a Hampton police spokesman, said what began as a verbal altercation became physical when "(an) 18-year-old assaulted (a) 16-year-old by punching him one time in the upper torso." Price explained that "upper torso" means above the waist and can include the head.

Price said the 16-year-old was taken to the hospital by a parent with non-life threatening injuries. No charges had been filed as of Thursday, but Price said the incident is still under investigation.

Price was unable to identify the 18-year-old because he has not been charged.

Ann Stephens-Cherry, executive director of public relations with Hampton City Schools, confirmed that a Phoebus football player has been suspended for the next two games "at this point." She would not identify the suspended player.

Jeremy Blunt, who on Wednesday was announced as the Phantoms' acting head coach, also would not reveal the name of the suspended player. He said the players have done their best to move on going into Friday night's game against Bethel.

"Losing a coach and teammates, that's always difficult," Blunt said. "But once they were able to verbalize things that they felt and put it all on the table, the kids refocused their attention on playing football. That was huge to me.

"There are no worries on this end. And more important, there are no worries for the kids. You would see if it they were worried, but they've rallied around each other. Everybody is confident in their jobs and abilities. That was reassuring to me and to the other coaches as well."

Blunt will retain his responsibilities as defensive coordinator. Filling in for Sexton on calling the offensive plays will be assistants Jamar Joel and Carl Winkler.

Phoebus' administration has put the players off-limits for interviews this week.

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Melbourne, Victoria (PRWEB) September 28, 2012

Ergomotion, an Australian business that specialises in the design, manufacture and supply of quality ergonomic furniture, features prominently in an article in the September 2012 issue of Australian monthly health and fitness magazine Mens Fitness. The article, Stand and Deliver, highlights ways in which office workers can combat the hazards of sedentary work routines.

The article examines height-adjustable desks (http://www.ergomotion.com.au/height-adjustable-desks.html) as a remedy for back pain caused by working in an environment which requires workers to remain seated for prolonged periods. It includes a review of Ergomotions Motiondesk2-DL11 electric-height adjustable desk by a Mens Fitness writer.

The Motiondesk2 , which can be personalised to each individuals standing and sitting heights, earned high praise. The writer noted that he experienced reduced back and neck discomfort within two weeks of switching to the desk and deemed the Motiondesk2 the best work tool {he has} ever used.

The article further explores the link between back pain, injuries and prolonged periods of sitting amongst Australias workforce and cites notable Australian and North American medical sources that detail significant health benefits of adding periods of standing to a typical workday. These health benefits include increased metabolic rate and longer expected lifespans.

About Ergomotion: Ergomotion is an Australian company that specialises in the design, manufacture and supply of superior quality ergonomic furniture for commercial and residential markets around the world. Ergomotions range of ergonomic office furniture includes aims to fit the environment of the office to the employee, improving productivity, health and safety and decreasing absenteeism and injuries.

For more information, please contact: Guy Topolansky Managing Director Ergomotion Ph: +61 3 9579 1454 Email: sales(at)ergomotion.com(dot)au

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SPRINGFIELD, Mo.-- A journey to better health may begin Saturday as BryanUniversity is offering Ozarkers a chance to learn about fitness at the Springfield Health & Fitness Expo. It will be from 10:00 am 2:00 pm at the college's main campus at 4255 Nature Center Way. The event is free of charge.

Bryan University says the expo will bring together community leaders in health, fitness, and general wellness. Personal trainers, supplement retailers, fitness equipment providers, and specialty athletic groups will join whole foods experts, chiropractors, yoga studios, and more to provide advice and information to the public. Participating vendors include YMCA, Mercy Fitness, Ozark Fitness, MaMa Jeans, Bodyweight USA, Fitness 19, Meek Chiropractic, and many more.Mama Jeans will be onsite to do cooking demonstrations and health and fitness students fromBryanUniversity will offer customized counseling.

We know the obesity crisis is one of the biggest problems facing our nation.BryanUniversity offers Health and Fitness certification courses and we want to use our talents to help those who are struggling right here in our community says Scott Haar, Executive Director at the BU Springfield Campus.

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NFL commissioner apologized for the performance of the replacement officials in the first three weeks of the season. "We're sorry to have to put our fans through that," Goodell said on a Thursday afternoon conference call with reporters . Goodell believed a deal would be reached with regular officials before the negativity of questionable calls Sunday night and Monday night spurred greater urgency. "It doesn't always happen at the speed we all would like it to happen," Goodell said. "They were very anxious to get back on the field. I believe we would've reached an agreement this week. "I think there was pressure on all of us to get an agreement done," Goodell said. Goodell said he was sorry to put fans through the lockout and recognized Packers fans feel they were robbed of a victory at Seattle on Monday. "Anytime you have these controversies, they stay with us," Goodell said. "There are a lot of calls that are looked back in history. That's a part of sports. That's a part of history. ... I know the great Packer fans -- as frustrating and disappointed as they are in the outcome -- they also understand that's something that's happened for decades." Goodell said it was a personal priority for Week 4 to have all games covered by regular officials. The crew of Gene Steratore stepped forward to work Thursday's game at Baltimore. The result of marathon negotiations Tuesday and Wednesday was an eight-year agreement that Goodell said believes was important to the future of the game. --Defensive tackle Warren Sapp, defensive end Warren Sapp and offensive linemen Larry Allen and Jonathan Ogden and late quarterback Steve McNair lead the first-year modern-era candidates nominated for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2013. Contributors include team owners Eddie DeBartolo, Jr., Robert Kraft, Art Modell, Bud Adams and Jack Kent Cooke. Provided contributors are not currently playing or coaching, they can be considered for nomination. The Hall of Fame released its full list of 127 nominees -- 89 players, 14 coaches and 24 contributors -- on Thursday, which will be narrowed to 25 candidates who are named semifinalists in November. That list is reduced to 15 modern-era finalists announced in the month leading up to the Super Bowl in New Orleans, where the Class of 2013 is announced in a live press conference on Feb. 2, 2013. ---Kellen Winslow was released by the Patriots. Winslow reportedly asked for his released and the Patriots granted his request prior to Thursday's practice. Winslow made just over $48,000 and logged four offensive snaps with one reception in his only game with the team Sunday night at Baltimore. --The Dallas Cowboys signed punter Brian Moorman, who was released by the Bills with a net of 32.7 yards per punt in three games. Moorman was a two-time Pro Bowl selection and steps in for injured Cowboys punter Chris Jones. Jones will miss at least two weeks with a sprained knee. Moorman has allowed an NFL-worst 172 return yards and coach Chan Gailey said he was missing directional punts he'd normally nail. ---You know it's a big deal to have the NFL referees back on the field when the naming of the officiating crew for Thursday night's Baltimore-Cleveland game becomes news. The NFL announced Thursday the names of the crew members who will work the first game since a contract agreement was reached with the league late Wednesday, ending a dispute that had forced replacements to work the entire preseason and the first three weeks of the regular season. Gene Steratore, entering his 10th season, was named the referee. Joining him will be umpire Bill Schuster, head linesman Wayne Mackie, line Judge Jeff Seeman, field judge Bob Waggoner, side judge Jimmy DeBell, back judge Greg Steed, replay official Larry Nemmers and replay assistant Ken Dollar. ---Kansas City has lost starting center Rodney Hudson for the remainder of the season and Ryan Lilja is expected to step into his spot for the Chiefs. Hudson, a second-round draft pick in 2011, suffered a broken leg in the Chiefs' win over New Orleans on Sunday and was placed on injured reserve. Lilja will slide over from left guard and Jeff Allen will take Lilja's place. ---One day after missing practice with a sore right hip, Detroit quarterback Matthew Stafford was back on the field Thursday. The Detroit News also reported that tight end Tony Scheffler returned to practice after sitting out last Sunday's loss to Tennessee because of a calf injury. The Lions are preparing for a division game Sunday against Minnesota. ---St. Louis Rams running back Steven Jackson did not practice for the second straight day Thursday because of a groin injury. It's uncertain whether he will play this week.

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If there were any doubts the state auditor's race is this election's ugliest matchup, they were dissolved Thursday after a tense and animated Seattle Times editorial-board endorsement interview.

Republican James Watkins and Democrat Troy Kelley took turns portraying each other as unethical and unfit to serve occasionally relying on props like a copy of the United States tax code during the hourlong session, which barely delved into substantive issues related to the state watchdog agency's work.

When they weren't bickering, the hopefuls spelled out somewhat different visions for the office. Watkins, a Redmond business-development consultant with performance-review experience, said he would prioritize working closely with the governor and putting more money into assisting audits in smaller counties.

Kelley, owner of an escrow-services company and three-term state representative from University Place, said he would focus on auditing data security issues, interstate compacts and the implementation of President Obama's signature health-care law.

Both candidates repeatedly praised current Auditor Brian Sonntag, who is retiring after two decades on the job. He has not endorsed a successor.

They were far less kind about each other.

The fireworks began about 15 minutes in, when Watkins was asked about a website he recently put up to attack Kelley.

The website, factchecktroykelley.com, contains hundreds of pages of court documents primarily from two lawsuits.

One was a 2010 case in which Kelley paid an undisclosed settlement with a business customer, Old Republic National Title, which accused him of "fraudulently transferring funds, intentional spoliation of evidence, shady business schemes, tax evasion, and hiding from creditors" $3.8 million in newly formed accounts.

The other was an earlier case in which Kelley said he received an undisclosed settlement against his employer, First American Financial, after claiming he was fired for refusing to help cover up illegal activity. The company denied that, saying his exit was tied to a reorganization.

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SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Autodesk, Inc. (ADSK) has named BMC a leader in the Turkish automotive industry as the September Autodesk Inventor of the Month for using Autodesk Inventor 3D CAD software as part of Autodesk Product Design Suite to improve design and production processes at its main plant in Izmir, Turkey.

These productivity enhancements allow the company to more efficiently produce a wide range of vehicles from light and heavy trucks, to buses and military vehicles which are supplied to international as well as local markets, helping BMC move towards becoming a global brand.

During R&D and design stages, the company uses 3D modeling, visualization and simulation applications included in Autodesk Product Design Suite Ultimate 2013 and Autodesk Product Design Suite Premium 2013. In addition, BMC utilizes AutoCAD LT 2013 for 2D drafting and detailing, as well as Autodesk Revit Architecture for architectural design purposes.

In todays competitive market, 3D modeling is an indispensable tool, said Cuneyt Targotay, Chief Information Officer at BMC. Autodesk, with its ongoing technology development, fulfills all our expectations in the best possible way.

Delivering Better Products Through Digital Design

BMC worked with Autodesk Gold partner CADBIM to identify areas where the array of digital prototyping tools and functionality within Autodesk Product Design Suite could benefit its product design workflow.

To start, BMC is able to more easily identify potential assembly problems or interferences between product parts during the digital modeling phase by using Autodesk Inventor software. Sophisticated simulation and analysis tools, such as the plastic injection molding simulation and finite element analysis (FEA) features in Autodesk Inventor Professional software, help to further optimize the design process.

Once a product part or assembly is complete, Autodesk Product Design Suite also plays an important role in helping to create molds that are free of defects the first time around. Mold creation is one of the most costly processes for manufacturing companies.

The company estimates that its comprehensive approach to visualization and simulation has already brought important benefits. Whereas designers used to spend three to four days on design revisions, they can now produce a complete design within a day. Additionally, revision demands during the production stage are reduced because defects can more easily be identified beforehand on computer screens helping to reduce time-to-market cycles.

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