GET IN TOUCHWITH YOUR BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT
The Benefits of Yoga
One Harvard Medical School study found that people who practice yoga “were more aware of their bodies” than those who didn’t. When you’re “aware,” you feel better. Other benefits include improved flexibility and balance. These become more important as we age or when we deal with an injury. Many yoga poses, stretches, and exercises help keep joints strong and can help with aches, pains, and inflammation. The benefits of yoga are not just physical; the practice can also help relax the mind. There are many kinds of breathing exercises that help reduce anxiety and stress. A calmer state of mind reduces blood pressure and helps you get a more restful night’s sleep. You wake up feeling great and ready to take on the day. With all of these potential benefits, now is the time to get out there and start exploring how yoga can help you! If you have questions about getting started with yoga, be sure to talk with your physical therapist, who can help determine a yoga routine that’s right for you.
No matter your age or athletic ability, you can benefit from yoga. Yoga is a form of meditation and methodical exercise. It has been refined over the centuries and benefits the body, mind, and spirit.
There are many variations of this ancient practice, including forms that emphasize the physical well-being, as well as other types that focus more on meditation, relaxation, and even pain management. Yoga is also beneficial for those who are recovering from surgery or injury. It is especially well suited for those who have had joint replacements and need a form of exercise to improve their range of motion. In these types of situations, yoga can help speed up recovery time and help people restore lost movement. Yoga is all about getting in touch with your body. Some yoga exercises focus on breathing and can attune your senses to your body and mind.
Opening Day Hamburgers Ingredients
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1 pound ground chuck, 80 percent lean
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4 1/4-inch thick yellow onion slices
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4 soft, white hamburger buns, split
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1 teaspoon vegetable oil
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4 1/4-inch thick tomato slices
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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12–16 pickle rounds
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Condiments of your choice
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4 small leaves iceberg lettuce
Directions
until desired doneness, about 1 more minute per side for medium-rare, 2 more per side for medium-well.
1. Lightly grease a small nonstick skillet with oil. Heat over medium-high. 2. While heating, gently shape meat into four patties 3 1/2 inches in diameter. Be careful to handle the meat as little as possible to prevent tough burgers. Season liberally with salt and pepper. 3. Sear patties on each side, about 1 minute per side. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue cooking
4. Let meat rest for a minimum of 3 minutes.
5. To assemble, place patty on bottom bun and top with tomato, pickles, lettuce,
and onion (in that order). Spread condiments on top half of bun and place on top of onion. Serve.
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