Have you ever been in yoga class, and been impressed at fellow classmates’ understanding of yoga pose instruction in their language of origin? The practice of yoga derives from one of the most ancient languages on Earth, known as Sanskrit. The Sanskrit language, in written form, can be traced as far back as 1500 B.C., […]
To the non-practicing layman, yoga poses might seem elementary, but each pose, has a proper approach and purpose. Some can even have more than one purpose. Are you familiar with these beginners’ yoga poses? If you are a yoga beginner or if you are considering taking up yoga as part of a healthful living regimen, […]
In these stressful and uncertain times, everyone is searching for their own ways to decompress – mind, body, and spirit. Even though we cannot currently participate in our martial arts classes in person, there are ways for us to all remain healthier while safely at home. Even if you have never practiced yoga or tai […]
It is common for today’s professionals to be required to sit for a majority of their day. Usually at a desk. And while sit/stand desks have provided tremendous benefits and you may even have a treadmill desk, there are still negative health risks that come with sitting and being still for so much of your […]
Are your friends raving about meditation or their Charlotte yoga class? Are they constantly going on and on about how great they feel and how meditation has helped them manage stress or reduce anxiety? If you have ever read about or know anyone who practices regular meditation or yoga, you are probably familiar with the […]
At The Peaceful Dragon, we don’t just focus on the physical aspects of martial arts. Whether it is Tai Chi or Kung Fu, and even Yoga, all our classes work towards improving your emotional and physical health simultaneously. Charlotte’s Best Martial Arts Workout Often it is a physical motivation for health and wellness that brings […]
Have you been considering taking yoga classes online? We recommend live Charlotte yoga classes at The Peaceful Dragon. Technology is a blessing and a curse. Where we used to have to send mail through the U.S. Postal Service and wait a few days for the recipient to get our note, we now have email. Where […]
There are a great deal of claims about what practicing Yoga can do for you. So very many are true, but a few are not completely accurate. We sometimes field questions from our members in regards to rumors they have heard that seemed too good to be true. We have been asked a few times “Can […]
In a word, yes, yoga can help you lose weight. But, not in the traditional way, you may be accustomed to. Weight loss, while difficult for many to achieve, is a simple math formula of taking in fewer calories than you spend. When your body uses energy beyond its caloric intake, weight loss occurs. To […]
Are you looking for the best yoga classes in Charlotte? Choose The Peaceful Dragon for yoga in Charlotte, to improve your overall health and well being. Each year hundreds of thousands of people make health and fitness part of their New Year’s Resolution goals. By the beginning of February, only a small fraction are still […]