The Mind, Body, Fitness section on the Gaiam Community website. This is an online community for those who value lifestyles of health and sustainability. http://life.gaiam.com Sat, 21 Nov 2009 22:43:29 -0800 en-us http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Gaiam-Gift-Guide-for-Everyone-on-Your-List.html Whether you're shopping for the yogi, fitness buff, eco-fashionista, green queen, worldly giver, gadget guy, day spa diva or eco-decorating enthusiast, our holiday gift guide is your one-stop page for 75 gifts hand-picked for eight colorful personalities on your list.]]> Sat, 31 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Gaiam-Gift-Guide-for-Everyone-on-Your-List.html http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Irreverence-Embraced-A-Challenged-Catholic-Charts-Her-Own-Yogic-Course.html Bernadette Birney never felt at home with her Roman Catholic childhood. Then Rajanaka Tantra and Anasura yoga helped Birney accept and embrace her freedom, irreverence and paradoxical persona. Plus: Birney's tips on overcoming some of the most common fears of practicing yoga.]]> Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Irreverence-Embraced-A-Challenged-Catholic-Charts-Her-Own-Yogic-Course.html http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Biography-of-Valerie-Bertinelli-Americas-Sweetheart-Gets-Inspired-to-Be-Fit-Healthy.html A beloved TV personality, actress, spokesperson and author, Valerie Bertinelli declared publicly, "I'm fat," and challenged herself to lose weight. She lost more than 40 pounds and became the face of Jenny Craig® Weight Loss Program, inspiring millions of people to try to become their best and healthiest selves.]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Biography-of-Valerie-Bertinelli-Americas-Sweetheart-Gets-Inspired-to-Be-Fit-Healthy.html http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Faster-Workouts-Better-Body-NewResearch-on-Intervals-plus-20-Minute-Photo-How-to.html All you need to be fit is six minutes a week, according to new research on interval workouts. Interval training boosts metabolism, helps you maintain a healthy weight and can even lengthen your lifespan. Get into shape with this 20-minute mind/body interval workout created by expert fitness instructor Patricia Moreno.]]> Wed, 7 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Faster-Workouts-Better-Body-NewResearch-on-Intervals-plus-20-Minute-Photo-How-to.html http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/How-Yoga-Helped-a-TypeA-Survive-When-Things-Fell-Apart.html "I was so tired of living my life without me noticing," says former executive stress-ball Sandi McCann. "I was trying to juggle everything and make everyone happy." See how yoga not only helped her slow down, but also pulled her through when it was crisis time. Plus, read Sandi's inspiring tips for surviving, thriving and finding your own inner yogi.]]> Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:24:40 -0700 http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/How-Yoga-Helped-a-TypeA-Survive-When-Things-Fell-Apart.html http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Exercise-Ball-BalanceBall-Chair-Info-Guide.html Everything you need to know about exercise balls and ball chairs. What size ball you need, how to properly inflate the ball, ideas for exercises you should do on your ball, product reviews and FAQs, guide to BalanceBall workout DVDs, how-to clips and tips and more.]]> Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Exercise-Ball-BalanceBall-Chair-Info-Guide.html http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Top-5-Prenatal-Workout-Safety-Tips-Plus-3-Mini-Workouts-by-Trimester.html Try the moves in these prenatal workout how-to videos with modifications by trimester from Sanders' DVD, and follow the safety tips Sanders recommends below to keep you and baby safe while making you a sexy mama.]]> Tue, 8 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Top-5-Prenatal-Workout-Safety-Tips-Plus-3-Mini-Workouts-by-Trimester.html http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Butterfly-Stretch-Yoga-for-All-Autistic-Boy-Finds-Comfort-in-the-Calm-of-Yoga.html Andrew Benisek, a 9-year-old boy with autism, stumbled upon yoga three years ago and has been a yogi ever since. “He’s so encouraging and very genuine — almost Zen-like in being present in the moment,” his mom says. See how yoga’s soothing nature has touched Andrew’s life, helping him calm his mind and body and unwind after a tough day.]]> Fri, 28 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Butterfly-Stretch-Yoga-for-All-Autistic-Boy-Finds-Comfort-in-the-Calm-of-Yoga.html http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Yoga-Go-to-Guide-Answers-and-Solutions.html Find what you seek in the world of yoga. It's all together here: How-to videos, FAQs, and guides for getting started or reaching a new level. Plus: how to find the yoga style, class, program, gear or poses for your unique needs and goals.]]> Mon, 3 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Yoga-Go-to-Guide-Answers-and-Solutions.html http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/How-to-Choose-the-Right-Yoga-Mat-for-You.html Thick? Thin? Sticky? Eco? Looking for a yoga mat is a bit like looking for a mate .... Start with our mat-chmaker, your guide to relationship bliss with your yoga mat. Get help choosing the mat that’s right for your style of yoga and your lifestyle, goals, likes, pet peeves and eco-ideals.]]> Wed, 22 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700 Kate Hanley]]> http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/How-to-Choose-the-Right-Yoga-Mat-for-You.html