Tag Archive: Power

On Yoga: A Peek Into the Practice

Maybe it's just me but this doesn't look very relaxing.

     I’ve spoken with several people over the years who, when asked what they do to stay in shape, mention that they take yoga.  Some of the common reasons they list for loving (and only needing) yoga include: “It really stretches me out and I’m much more flexible” “It’s so good for my balance” “I’ve …

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Power to (All) the People

74-year old Ernestine Shepherd, Guiness World Records' oldest female bodybuilder.

     I once sat in a class on power development being taught by a “master trainer,” who posed a seemingly innocent question: “Who needs power?”  The obvious answers surfaced, such as athletes and physical laborers.  When I chimed in with “seniors,” the instructor stared at me with a combination of disbelief and snide condescension.  He …

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