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Physical fitness is a key part of wellness; being physically active and moving about frequently through the day, keeping all your muscles toned and challenged, at every age of your life. Even those in hospital beds are encouraged to get up and move about as much as they are able to support their healing. Movement is life.

For some, the boring, repetitive motions of exercise machines aren’t interesting enough to continue every day. And looking for small strength improvements from week to week might not be enough to keep you excited about pulling that bar eight repetitions, in three sets, with a one-minute rest between. If exercise is like medicine, a painful or noxious task done “for your own good,” you probably won’t keep up the routine; but when it is a natural part, maybe the most fun part of every day, it will become integral to your lifestyle.

That’s where the fitness industry has been evolving—making fitness as much fun as possible.

Decades ago, when the health club boom began, large facilities boasted swimming pools, weight rooms, aerobic studios, restaurants and babysitting departments. There may also have been basketball and racquetball courts, and more. The entire family went together. Some local clubs like LifeQuest, the Conway Wellness Center, Healthpoint and the YMCA seem to fit that traditional mold. But that model became an expensive one to maintain as fitness club memberships got lower every year.

Families became more busy, more fractured and diverse, and many of us were off on our own getting fit without the kids or the spouse. Work schedules really got crazy. Fitness centers became more focused and started staying open 24 hours a day. Fees got smaller, contracts easier, hours longer—but what keeps it interesting?

Dance, rhythm, music and camaraderie have helped many, especially women, jump into regular exercise classes, such as Zumba, Latin dance and belly dance, among other trends, which have recently taken hold. Retirees are finding fitness to be the perfect way to stay active and pain-free. CrossFit, functional training and body-weight exercise with trainers have become the pursuit of those looking for ultimate fitness. Bodybuilding is still big, especially here at the beach, and we have many trophy-holding champions in our community.

Along with yoga, Pilates and martial arts, fitness centers have drawn the entire family back together again as they grow to evolve for the future. Look in Natural Awakenings for all the new opportunities right here on the Strand; each has its own twist on fitness and the future, in all kinds of fresh and new ways.

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newsbriefs Heart of Yoga School Teacher Training Sunset Beach, N.C.

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eart of Yoga School presents the Veda Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training at the N.C. coast with Tain and Allison Collins, with 200 and 300-hour courses at Sunset Beach/Ocean Isle. The 200-hour course is scheduled to begin October 9 as four five-day modules that meet seasonally, finishing Heart of Yoga School up in the summer of Teacher Training 2014. Cost is $500 Sunset Beach, N.C. a module or $2,000 for the full course. The program is a great way to deepen your practice and learn how to share your love of yoga with others, whether you intend to teach or not.

“We take a personal approach to yoga, helping students find their own voice and style, so that they can teach authentically and truthfully,” says Allison Collins. “We also teach philosophy from the ancient Sanskrit texts, physical assists, pranayama, and more.”

"The focus on principles, compassion and self-love helped to empower all,” says student Julian Davis. “It was a truly beautiful experience seeing myself and others bloom with love, joy and confidence. I did not learn a trademark style, but a way of life. Allison truly wants everyone to discover their truth, their yoga."

For more information, call Allison Collins at 919-9298961 or visit HeartOfYogaSchool.com and AllisonDennisCollins.com.

Sky Fitness Muscles Up with Bigger Space, More Services

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ky Fitness, in Myrtle Beach, owned by Will and Danielle Renke, is expanding to double size since opening three and a half years ago. The expansion space in the adjacent building will add new opportunities for fitness and wellness choices, with classroom space for seminars and workshops; studio space for Zumba, self-defense classes, yoga and group fitness, spinning classes; a nutrition, supplement and vitamin shop; and to top it off, a full-tanning spa. “You don’t need to be a member to take classes or tan,” says Will Renke.

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The new area has its own entrance separate from the 24-hour membership strength-training gym floor. There are no contracts, and members can buy day passes, week passes or monthly and multi-monthly passes for various discounted rates. Research shows that fitness contracts are one of the biggest complaints with membership gyms, an issue Sky Fitness avoids altogether by eliminating contracts and sales gimmicks.

Construction is nearly complete, and a major Grand Opening event is planned for the second week in October when interior work will be complete and equipment installed and ready. The Grand Opening will be catered, with prizes, tours and free demonstrations to show off the new facilities. Date to be announced.

For more information, contact Sky Fitness, 4828 Hwy 17 Byp. S., in Myrtle Beach, at 843-293-3488 and visit Facebook.com/Sky Fitness 24/7 or SkyFitness247.com.

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Yoga for Pregnancy at Secret Lotus

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yndsay Bahn Trimble, ashtanga yoga instructor, has always used yoga as a coping tool for life. Pregnancy was no different. To prepare for her drug-free home water birth, a daily practice of yoga postures, along with meditation and breathing techniques, helped her get through pregnancy, labor, delivery and the postpartum recovery period.

Trimble, one of the area’s leading experts in pregnant yoga practice, brings a 2.5 hour workshop for all levels of yoga practice designed to assist women in pregnancy, labor and teach what to do with your postpartum body when the time comes. Meditation, breath work, postures and coping techniques, as well as helpful holistic tips, tricks and stuff your doctor won’t know, will be included, along with information about drug-free natural childbirth. If you are pregnant, or know someone who is, this event is not to be missed.

The workshop is to be held on Saturday, September 21, from 11 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Moms-to-be and birth coaches are welcome. The cost is $25, and pre-registration is required. Secret Lotus is located at 417 79th Avenue North, in Myrtle Beach.

For more information and to register, contact Lyndsay Bahn Trimble at 843-333-2656 or Lyndsay@SecretLotusYoga. com. Register online at SecretLotusYoga.com.

The Butterfly Retreat 4 Awaken Your Heart, Mind, Body and Soul

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ctober 18-20 will be a weekend to remember for guests of The Butterfly Retreat 4 in North Myrtle Beach.

Beginning Friday evening with an oceanfront dinner, and continuing all weekend, guests will be enlightened by guest

speakers, workshops and classes.

Topics include health and wellness, diet and exercise, overcoming fears and self-empowering, finding your true inner and outer beauty, angels and spirit guides, healing yourself, and learning to make the best of your life. Past guest Sandra Michewa said: “I had the most amazing experience at The Butterfly Retreat. I was introduced to so many different things that I never thought I would be exposed to.

More importantly, I learned so much about myself, and met new lifelong friends, and left feeling like I was ready to start my next chapter in life.”

Saturday guests can choose from such activities as yoga, t’ai chi, wine glass painting, finding your inner beauty, vision board making, massage, and Reiki, along with luncheon and fashion show, plus guided meditation and past-life regression sessions.

Sunday will start with a free up-cycled accessory shopping spree, then coffee time and networking. Later, guests will settle in for a gourmet brunch with featured speakers.

All of this takes place at the oceanfront Beach Cove Resort.

Every room has a private balcony with ocean view. Palm trees surround the pools and oceanfront tiki bar, making the natural atmosphere a relaxing place where you can just stop and breathe.

“I created this retreat to give you the opportunity to be exposed to new ideas and learn to make the rest of your life the best it can be,” says retreat creator Jennifer Lombardi.

All-inclusive rate of $260 includes full access to everything the retreat offers, some meals, two nights’ accommodations, amenities, gifts and many surprises. A-la-carte rates also available.

For more information, call Jennifer Lombardi at 843450-0637 or visit TheButterflyRetreat.com. See ad, page 21.

Personal Fitness Trainer Certification September 13-15

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he Aerobics and Fitness Association of American (AFAA) will be hosting a three-day educational event at the new location for Wicked Fitness, 640 A Highway 17 South, in Surfside. The classes are for personal trainer certification.

Experienced and aspiring fitness professionals working oneon-one with exercise clients are invited to attend. Already certified instructors and trainers can attend for continuing education credits.

The workshop includes lectures, practical demonstrations, written and practical exams for anatomy, exercise physiology, assessment procedures, nutrition fundamentals, and many other subjects necessary to safely train and teach clients. The certification workshop fee is $499, and corporate affiliate discount rates are available. To register, call 800-923-2346, and mention workshop code 13090809.

For more information, call Tammy Appleton at 877-7512992 or visit WickedFitness.net/afaa-personaltrainer-certification.php, or AFAA.com.

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Christina Fretz Joins Modern Cleansing Wellness

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tarting August 15, Modern Cleansing began offering hair, full-body waxing, manicures and pedicure services by Christina Fretz. She has a passion for the beauty industry, and keeps on top of the latest trends and strives to be the best. She does “updos,” razor cuts, clipper cuts, children’s cuts, full-body waxing for men and women, keratin smoothing treatments, foil highlights/lowlights and corrective color work. Fretz also does facials, and has been a licensed cosmetologist for 23 years. She recently graduated from Southeastern Institute in Charlotte, N.C., for massage therapy. She owned her own salon in Rock Hill, S.C., for 18 years before making her move to Myrtle Beach.

For more information on Modern Cleansing Wellness’ salon and spa services or Christina Fretz’s schedule, call 843-828-4665. Modern Cleansing Wellness is located at 6371 Dick Pond Rd., in Socastee. See ad, page 11.

Coastal Pure Offers Free Installation

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oastal Pure, a local small business in North Myrtle Beach that converts poisonous and hazardous chlorinebased pool treatment to low-cost, safe and non-toxic ionic water purification is offering free basic installation for all systems sold in September and October. The systems are simple, and installation is quick, literally taking place in a few hours while you swim. Once the system is in, chlorine treatments can be cut back to a small fraction of previous levels, cutting costs to less than half with a setup that completely pays for itself in only a few years.

For more information, call Anita Minervino at 843-2517564 or visit CoastalPure.com. See ad, page 33.

Back-to-School Special for Maximizing Mental Performance

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aximized Mind is offering half-price telephone sessions during the month of September. Telephone hypnosis sessions are the most convenient and cost-effective hypnosis session, because there is no travel expense or scheduling conflicts involved as with face-to-face sessions, and can be just as effective for anyone wanting to utilize hypnosis. You can enjoy the most effective form of self-help in the world from your own home.

Maximized Mind is also offering half off all products online. With more than 140 products and services to choose from, which will meet almost any need, you can get started reaching your goals at your convenience. For the online special, enter the code FREEME on checkout at the website MaximizedMind.com. The first consultation to decide if hypnosis can work for you is always free.

For more information about Maximized Mind, call 843957-6926 or visit MaximizedMind.com. See ad, page 10.

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newsbriefs Unity World Day of Prayer Thursday, September 12

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housands of New Thought churches and centers around the globe will join Silent Unity—an international, 24/7 prayer ministry open to people of all faiths—and Unity churches around the world on Thursday, September 12, for the 20th annual Unity World Day of Prayer.

Unity Myrtle Beach, a spiritual center for peace education, will begin a 24-hour peace prayer vigil the evening of Wednesday, September 11, with Unity’s Contemplative Service from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., followed by the Oneness Blessing at 6:30 p.m. Volunteers from the Unity congregation will take one-hour shifts throughout the night for prayers of peace and oneness for humanity, our planet and all life. On Thursday, September 12, Unity Myrtle Beach will continue the prayer vigil throughout the day. Join Unity anytime during the day on Thursday, September 12, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., to participate in the prayer vigil. Thursday evening will bring the event to a close with a World Day of Prayer service at 7 p.m.

Unity Worldwide Ministries was founded in 1889 and helps people of all faiths apply positive spiritual principles in their daily lives. Unity World Headquarters at Unity Village publishes Daily Word, a magazine of inspirational messages distributed to nearly 1 million people in more than 100 countries. The Unity prayer ministry, Silent Unity, offers prayer support 24/7. Silent Unity receives about 2 million letters, telephone calls and online requests for prayer annually. Anyone in need of prayer support at any time may call 800-669-7729 or visit SilentUnity.org.

For more information about the prayer vigil and service, please contact Bonnie Scrudato, 843-455-4048. Unity Myrtle Beach is located at 1270 Surfside Industrial Pk. Dr., in Surfside Beach. Call 843-238-8516, visit UnityMyrtleBeach. org and see ad, page 28.

Upcoming Fall Programs at Springbank Retreat for Eco-Spirituality and the Arts

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he new schedule of retreats and workshops begins in September and continues into early December. Located near Kingstree in a quiet, rural setting, Springbank has been an ecumenical center for retreats, hospitality, healing, Earth education, and the arts for more than 50 years.

“A Contemplative Retreat” will be presented. Springbank staff members Trina McCormick and Theresa Linehan will lead this workshop, which will give participants an opportunity to retreat into the quiet of nature and their own souls as they spend uninterrupted time on the 80 acres of wooded trails and natural beauty of Springbank. It will be

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a time to listen and be in the comforting silence. Spiritual direction, healing massage, healing touch/aromatherapy are available upon request.

A weeklong retreat, “Wholeness/Holiness Retreat for Women: Opening Minds and Hearts,” is designed to bring together the spiritual and psychological aspects of women’s lives. Marriage and family counselor Margie Hosch will lead. Participants will develop a new sense of inner strength and self-nurturing through daily spiritual direction, counseling, creative expression, and prayer. Hosch conducts weekends of renewal for Christian women. This retreat is limited to seven participants.

“Embracing Life Transitions: Deep Work in a Light Way” helps participants lift their hearts and minds to greater clarity and lightness, preparing them for change and growth. It will be offered by Pepper Sarnoff and Faye Townsend. This program uses powerful music, playful movement, and integrative reflection to reshape minds, open hearts, invigorate spirits, and connect deeply and richly with one another, so that participants can experience joy and renewed creativity. Sarnoff is a marriage and family therapist, educator and founding member of Lifedance. Townsend founded the massage therapy program at Florence-Darlington Technical College in Florence.

Understanding dreams can be a valuable resource for personal growth and spiritual well-being. Dream specialist Justina Lasley will present “Bringing Dreams to Life: Avenue to Authentic and Creative Living.” Participants will discover ways to remember, record, understand and follow their dreams to gain new awareness and re-energize their lives. In this experiential workshop, they will learn to use dreams that come as a gift each night and awaken their most authentic, creative and spiritual selves. Internationally recognized as a leader of individual and group work, Lasley also is a lecturer and qualitative researcher.

“Awareness through Writing: Expressing from the Heart” will help participants awaken to a deeper awareness of their inner lives through expressive writing. It will be led by Mary Catherine Harris. “Take time to notice the daily revelations of the Divine through nature and prayerful reflection,” she says. “Identify and express in writing—both through poetry and prose—what your heart holds.” Harris is a writer, teacher and counselor, with experience as a news and features writer and columnist.

Program fees include lodging and meals. For more information, contact Springbank Retreat for Eco-Spirituality and the Arts, 1345 Springbank Rd., Kingstree, 843-382-9777, or email at Springbank@SpringbankRetreat.org.

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Peace begins with a smile. ~Mother Teresa

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Coming in October

Sustaining a Healthy Environment

Fall Flyways

Thrill to Flocks in Full Flight

Daily Choices We Make Determine the Well-Being of Our Planet.

by Timothy Boucher

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all migration literally brings birds of a different feather than in springtime. Spring migration brings a glorious burst of song and color as millions of tiny feathered gems pour northward, singing their hearts out, flitting about with the excitement of arrival at their breeding grounds. They are relatively easy to spot and identify by their voices and bright plumage.

In the fall, birdwatching is trickier.

To survive, migrating birds need to go to warmer climes for food, because insects do not thrive in cold temperatures. Males molt their bright plumage, needing fresh feathers for the long flight. Most retain some color, but generally, they are duller and look similar to the females. Identification becomes harder because some species are similar in appearance and the singing gives way to an occasional, subtle call, emitted as little chipping sounds at most.

The Internet offers a comprehensive range of data that can suggest which days are best for early morning viewings. Experienced birders know the best local spots, and weather forecasts are good indicators of timing. Sid Gautreaux’s pioneering study of bird migration in the 1960s using weather radar, still ongoing at the Radar Ornithology Lab at South Carolina’s Clemson University, is available to birders on regional websites via Tinyurl.com/ USBirdTrackingRadar.

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While radar can confirm the magnitude and direction of the migration over the previous night, weather predictions help forecast when big flights will occur. So, the next step is to hold a wetted finger up to the wind.

A big cold front will hold up birds from moving south because the associated low pressure brings southerly winds and storms. Birds wait it out, storing fuel. Then, when the front clears and a tailwind comes from the north, a floodtide of birds pours southward.

Eager birders, having arrived shortly after dawn, await at selected spots 200 to 300 miles south of the leading edge of the former front. On days like these, the skies are brimming with birds. Grassroots monitoring reports on the birds’ progress from midAugust through October are posted at eBird.org, sponsored by New York’s Cornell Lab of Ornithology (Birds.

Cornell.edu).

As Joni Mitchell sang, we rejoice that, “They’ve got the urge for going now, and they’ve got the wings to go.”

Timothy Boucher is a senior conservation geographer at The Nature Conservancy (Nature.org), focused on ecosystem services, land use, habitat conditions and links between conservation and human well-being. His fieldwork spans six continents, encompassing local and global issues.

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Yoga Relieves Back Pain

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ould a simple yoga class ease chronic back pain? Yes, say researchers in two recent studies.

Scientists at the University of Washington found that subjects reported a 61 percent decrease in back pain when practicing yoga in a 12-week period compared with doing simple stretching. The researchers attributed their findings, published in Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, to yoga’s physical and breathing exercises and how they increase awareness and relaxation.

Another project, funded by Arthritis Research UK, showed that Britons with long-term back pain that took a 12-week yoga course reported 75 percent fewer sick days.

School Lunches Minus the Meat

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s the first school in the nation to go completely meatless, 400 students at New York City’s P.S. 244, the Active Learning Elementary School, are treated to eclectic fare that includes black bean and cheese quesadillas, falafels, and tofu in an Asian sesame sauce. “We’ve had a really great response from the kids, but they also understand it’s about healthy options,” says Principal Bob Groff. “Because we teach them to make healthy choices, they understand what is happening and believe in what we’re doing, too.”

When the school opened in 2008, the cafeteria served vegetarian meals three days a week. “We started to try out recipes with small groups of students to see what they liked and didn’t like. It was a hit,” says Groff. All meals adhere to U.S. Department of Agriculture standards, so students get plenty of nutrient- and protein-dense vegetables. Students are also welcome to pack their own lunches, including meat.

Jog or Walk to Live Longer

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slow jog around the block a few times a week can prolong life. The Copenhagen City Heart Study monitored 1,878 joggers for 30 years and found that 44 percent of these subjects are less likely to prematurely die from any cause than non-runners. Males and females that continued to jog regularly added 6.2 years and 5.6 years, respectively, to their average lifespans.

It only takes 1.5 hours of slow-toaverage-pace jogging a week to reap the longevity benefits. Walking is also beneficial; the National Institutes of Health says it can add up to 4.5 years to the average life expectancy. Seventy-five minutes of brisk walking a week can add 1.8 years to life expectancy after age 40, according to study results cited in PLOS Medicine.

Yoga carves you into a different person – and that is satisfying physically. ~Adam Levine

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Hair to Dye For

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hree-quarters of American women are interested in changing their hair color, particularly to cover gray, according to a Clairol study. But other studies show they should be wary of most traditional hair dyes and consider natural alternatives. A study from the University of Southern California published in the International Journal of Cancer, for example, identified women using permanent hair dyes at least once a month to be at the highest risk for bladder cancer.

As early as 2007, the European Union banned 22 potentially dangerous chemicals in cosmetic and body care products, including hair dyes. In the journal Materials last year, British researchers warned of the increased cancer risk from toxic chemicals called secondary amines, found in European- and U.S.-manufactured permanent hair dyes, because they remain on the hair for extended periods long after application and can penetrate skin.

Meanwhile, increasing demand by consumers for safer products has expanded the market for natural hair dyes containing henna, oils and extracts from berries and other fruits, plus vegetables. Many are now available at pharmacies, organic salons and online, including do-it-yourself recipes.

Protein for Breakfast Curbs Food Cravings

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kipping breakfast or eating sugary breakfast breads and cereals sets us up for increased appetite all day long, while protein-rich food effectively satiates us, according to a recent University of Missouri-Columbia study. Subjects were 20 overweight young women, ages 18 to 20, divided into three groups: those that skipped breakfast, ate cereal, or enjoyed a 350-calorie, high-protein breakfast of eggs and lean meat. Researchers tracking brain function concluded that those eating the high-protein breakfast were better able to control their eating throughout the day and evening.

For people that don’t currently eat breakfast, lead researcher Heather Leidy, Ph.D., an assistant professor of nutrition and exercise physiology, says it only takes about three days to acclimate the body. Leidy suggests first trying plain Greek yogurt, cottage cheese or egg or meat burritos. Aim for 35 grams of protein in the morning for all-day control of food cravings.

Milk Linked to Acne

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eens with acne might consider cutting back on milk and other dairy products.

Foods with a high-glycemic index (carbohydrates affecting blood sugar levels) are the leading causes of acne at all ages, according to a meta-review of studies and clinical trials published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Now, researchers at New York University say milk’s natural hormones may additionally stimulate the acne-producing hormones present at puberty.

“Milk is designed to grow things—namely babies—and in the case of cows’ milk, calves,” comments Dr. Mark Hyman, author of The Blood Sugar Solution. “It’s naturally full of muscle-building anabolic hormones… which [also] cause bad acne.” Hyman considers cows’ milk “nature’s perfect food only if you are a calf,” and warns of “60-some hormones in the average glass of milk; even organic, raw and bovine growth-hormone-free milk.”

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Global Glamour Natural Beauty Aids from India

The health and beauty aisle at Indian grocery stores includes several natural products in wide use among Indian women. Here are some popular ones available in America.

Henna: Women mix powder from the henna plant with water to use as a natural hair dye and conditioner.

Coconut oil: Indian women regularly massage a natural oil into their scalp before washing to keep their hair healthy and prevent the scalp from drying out and itching. “Coconut oil helps to grow hair long,” advises Bibya Malik, owner of Bibya Hair Design, a salon chain in Chicago. “It is probably the most widely used hair oil in the Indian subcontinent; amla oil, jasmine oil and other herbal oils are used, as well.”

Rosewater: Most often used as a skin toner, some women also like to spray rosewater on their face as a refresher. Rosewater has a long history as a fragrance and as a flavoring in dessert recipes.

Ubtan: This mixture of turmeric, gram (chickpea) flour and herbs is combined with milk or water as a beauty treatment. Indian brides scrub their skin with it in the days prior to their wedding.

Source: Bibya Hair Design, research

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The Humble Apple May Ace Cancer

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pples are among the world’s most healing superfoods, thanks to their abundant fiber and heart-healthy nutrient properties. New research shows that an apple a day may also help keep cancer away.

Two major independent cancer research projects, from Poland and Uruguay, confirm that daily apple consumption can cut the risk of colorectal cancer in half, a unique value among all fruits or vegetables. Other studies documented at GreenMedInfo.com suggest that apples contain components geared to help stop the growth of liver, breast, esophageal, stomach and multi-drug-resistant cancers.

Additional research further associates the fruit with relieving diarrhea in children, soothing bowel inflammation in adults, preventing flu, facilitating weight loss, protecting against gum disease, maintaining brain cells and even slowing the aging process.

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Weightlifting Lowers Heart Disease and Diabetes Risks

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ewer than 10 percent of Americans regularly lift weights, but perhaps more of us should, according to a study in The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research.

Scientists at the University of North Florida, in Jacksonville, found that weightlifters had a 37 percent reduced risk of metabolic syndrome, a cluster of risk factors linked to heart disease and diabetes. Previous research has linked having greater muscle strength and mass (results of weightlifting) to lower rates of metabolic syndrome.

People with three out of five risk factors—a large waist (more than 40 inches for men, more than 35 inches for women), high triglycerides and low levels of HDL (good) cholesterol, high blood pressure and high blood sugar—may be diagnosed with metabolic syndrome.

The researchers also analyzed data from the 1999-2004 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, which showed that young men were most likely to do regular weightlifting, while women, older people and Latinos were least likely.

The survey statistics support the conclusion that non-weightlifters are more likely to exhibit metabolic syndrome.

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Solar Socket

Portable Power from Any Windowpane The Window Socket, a new device that attaches to any window using a suction cup, provides a small amount of electricity to charge and operate small devices from its solar panel. Inventors Kyuho Song and Boa Oh, of Yanko Design, note, “We tried to design a portable socket so that users can use it intuitively, without special training.”

Even better, the charger stores energy. After five to eight hours of charging, The Socket provides 10 hours of juice to charge a phone, even in a dark room. The device is not yet available in the United States.

Find more information at Tinyurl.com/WindowSocket.

Scrub Up

Cleaning the Environment a Step at a Time Unilever, one of the world’s largest consumer product companies, which makes Vaseline and Dove soaps, is doing away with a longtime manufacturing process because scientists and environmental groups are concerned that it contributes to polluting oceans. The company has decided to phase out the use of plastic micro-beads as a scrubbing agent in all personal care products by 2015.

Small pieces of plastic material under five millimeters in diameter, referred to as micro-plastics, originate from a variety of different sources, including the breakdown of larger plastic materials in the water, the shedding of synthetic fibers from textiles during domestic clothes washing, and the micro-beads used for their abrasive properties in a range of consumer and industrial products.

Shellfish Solution

Bivalve Farming May Purify Fouled Waters Scientists are investigating whether mussels can be grown in urban areas as a way of cleansing coastal waters of sewage, fertilizers and other pollutants. The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has placed an experimental raft at the mouth of New York City’s Bronx River with long tendrils seeded with geukensia demissa hanging beneath it.

The two-year experiment will test whether the ribbed mussel can survive in the industrial and organic effluent found there. If it does, that could have implications for cleaning up coastal waters all over the world. The idea of using bivalves like mussels, oysters and clams to purify waterways has been on the minds of conservationists and scientists for decades. If the creatures can absorb enough nitrogen from the polluted water, it will prevent algae blooms that deprive waterways of the oxygen needed to support life.

Other researchers also are investigating the beneficial effects of raising seaweed and kelp in conjunction with bivalves to clean coastal waters.

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Killing Fields

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Controversial neonicotinoid pesticides linked to catastrophic honeybee declines in North America and Europe may also kill other creatures, posing ecological threats even graver than feared, according to a new report by the American Bird Conservancy. It claims that dangers to birds and stream-dwelling and soil-dwelling insects accidentally exposed to the chemicals have been underestimated by regulators and downplayed by industry.

“The environmental persistence of the neonicotinoids, their propensity for runoff and for groundwater infiltration and their cumulative and largely irreversible mode of action in invertebrates raise environmental concerns that go well beyond bees,” according to the report co-authors, pesticide policy expert Cynthia Palmer and pesticide toxicologist Pierre Mineau, Ph.D., who both work for the nonprofit. They note that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency typically sets guidelines for bird exposures using laboratory tests on just two species, which ignores widely varying sensitivities among hundreds of other species.

Scott Black, executive director of the Xerces Society, an invertebrate conservation group, says that integrated pest management (IPM), which combines precisely targeted chemical use with other, non-chemical means of pest control, can deliver industrialscale yields in an environmentally sustainable way. To the detriment of wildlife, “[Our nation] has moved away from IPM, from scouting a farm, putting in habitat for beneficial insects and spraying only if there’s damage,” he warns. “With neonicotinoids, they don’t do that anymore,” instead returning to indiscriminate blanket spraying.

Online Mapping Points the Way Falling Fruit (FallingFruit.org), created by Caleb Philips, co-founder of Boulder Food Rescue, and Ethan Welty, a photographer and geographer based in Boulder, Colorado, uses a map to cite locations of fruits and vegetables that are free to forage around the world. It looks like a Google map, with reported locations marked with dots.

Zoom in and click on one to find a description of what tree or bush is there. The description often includes information about the best season to pluck plant fruits, the quality and yield, a link to the species’ profile on the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s website and additional advice on accessing the spot.

Welty compiled most of the half-million or so locations from various municipal databases, local foraging organizations and urban gardening groups. Additionally, the map is open for Wikipedia-style public editing. He says, “Falling Fruit pinpoints all sorts of tasty trees in public parks, lining city streets and even hanging over fences from the UK to New Zealand.” It also lists beehives, public water wells and even dumpsters with excess food waste.

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Bio-Breakthrough Can Reduce Fossil Fuel Use

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Three Is the Perfect Number With increasing traffic congestion and escalating gas prices, carpooling has become a way of life in America’s biggest cities. Now new high-tech innovations such as ridesharing apps that make the process more efficient have given rise to a new class of riders know as “slugs”.

The term was originally coined by bus drivers trying to distinguish between commuters awaiting carpool drivers and people standing in line for the bus, just as they used to stay vigilant for fake bus tokens known as slugs.

In many urban centers with specific lanes dedicated to cars with three occupants (HOV-3), having clearly marked entry and exit points benefits everyone—drivers move faster and save gas; riders get to work; and the environment gets a break. The magic number is three—something about having just two occupants doesn’t seem as safe to many people, although the concept is the same. If the worst happens and no drivers show up, there’s always the bus.

Researchers at Virginia Tech, in Blacksburg, attest they have succeeded in using xylose, the most abundant simple plant sugar, to produce a large quantity of hydrogen in a method that can be performed using any source of biomass. “Our new process could help end our dependence on fossil fuels,” projects Y. H. Percival Zhang, the associate professor of biological systems engineering who is spearheading the initiative. This environmentally friendly method of producing hydrogen utilizes renewable natural resources, releases almost zero greenhouse gases and doesn’t require costly heavy metals.

Most hydrogen for commercial use is produced from natural gas, which is expensive to manufacture and generates a large amount of the greenhouse gas carbon dioxide. “It really doesn’t make sense to use non-renewable natural resources to produce hydrogen,” says Zhang. “We think this discovery is a gamechanger in the world of alternative energy.”

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The Allure of Confidence Supermodel Sarah DeAnna’s Universal Beauty Secrets

by April Thompson

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ongtime supermodel Sarah DeAnna believes in our ability to shape both our life—and our looks. Raised by a single mom in the small farm town of Jefferson, Oregon, DeAnna made her way to Los Angeles after putting herself through college, earning a degree in international business marketing from Oregon State University, in Corvallis. While she planned to pursue a graduate degree in business at the University of California, a chance meeting with a photographer at a Hollywood café instead launched her career as an international fashion model, realizing a childhood dream.

This natural health trendsetter has since appeared in Vogue, Elle and Marie Claire, and walked the runway for such internationally renowned designers as Dolce & Gabbana, Versace and Stella McCartney. DeAnna credits her success to her commitment to modeling a healthy, balanced lifestyle. In her new book, Supermodel You, she debunks myths about modeling, fitness and beauty, explaining how beauty emanates from the inside out.

How does self-awareness bring out one’s natural beauty?

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Self-awareness starts with being aware of your actions and their effects. For example, if you’re not paying attention to what you eat and how you feel afterward, you won’t realize that your body may be sending you signals about the quality of what you’re eating.

How you walk also affects your body in more ways than you realize. Being alert to little things that may be throwing you off balance—like carrying more weight on one foot or turning a foot out when you walk—are small steps to developing self-awareness.

When a Harvard University study informed a group of hotel housekeepers that didn’t consider themselves physically active that they were actually exercising all day long, they all lost weight. The only difference was their awareness of their work as exercise.

Why do you believe that models that follow less severe diets and workout regimens are better off?

Restrictive extremes put enormous stress on your body, which is a leading cause of unhealthy weight gain. When I

first started out, I didn’t know that I was eating too little and working out too much and too hard. Then my agent told me to ease my exercise and start eating some healthy fats again, which the body needs. When I stopped overdoing it, I both felt better and achieved my target weight.

There isn’t any one kind of diet or exercise practice that’s right for everyone; it’s all about having a positive relationship with food and your body.

What are some of your favorite tips for getting a good night’s sleep?

I make sleep a priority, even if it means missing out on late night fun. Tune in to what is keeping you awake, whether it’s what you are reading, watching or eating before bedtime, and change it. Creating a sleep ritual is helpful; I light candles and lower music in the house to wind down long before when I want to be asleep.

How do models manage to look like a million bucks on a modest income while they await their big break?

Confidence is the most beautiful thing. Good posture makes you look thinner and better-looking. It’s not the number of pounds that matter; you know before you step on the scale if you are happy with the way you look and feel.

As for fashion, it’s not just what you wear, but how you wear it. How clothes fit is important. We all have different shapes, and even models will have “muffin tops” if the pants aren’t hitting their hips in the right place. Rather than focus on the size, focus on how a garment looks on you.

You’ve been told that you aren’t “commercially beautiful”. How can each of us reframe the way we think about our own appeal?

I’m sometimes told I’m too edgy-looking or too strong-featured. But as my agent says, if everyone liked me, I would just be ordinary. You need to love whatever is different about you. Cindy Crawford has a noticeable mole; Tyra Banks has a large forehead. These models turned such “flaws” into personal trademarks that set them apart.

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The industry can be unkind to older models.

What lessons have you learned from watching your predecessors?

The modeling business is finally realizing that society wants to see more natural-looking women, so they are bringing back the older supermodels, and they look amazing. We are even seeing models in their 80s now as an awesome positive representation of older women. It’s all about having a positive outlook and embracing who and what you are.

Connect with freelance writer April Thompson at AprilWrites.com.

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Let Your Bones Speak for Themselves

by Heidi McGovern

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an you depend on me? Will I be there for you when you don‘t notice that little bump in the sidewalk? Can you count on me when you sit down hard on a chair?

Bones: Thank you for giving me a voice. I’m your trusty skeleton, and believe me, I am more than just a bag of bones. I am your bank and your support. Here is how I contribute to your health and well-being: I am your mineral bank, which I use for my own bone health; but also when another part of you, like your heart or brain, calls out to me for extra minerals, I am Johnny on the spot! I send you what you need, sometimes to my own detriment! For example, if your heart needs more calcium, I will sacrifice the calcium I need to keep your heart going.

I am your support against gravity. Without me, standing up for yourself, standing tall or taking a stand would just be a dream. I was created to give all your structures support.

Let me tell you more about myself. First, I would like you to acknowledge how beautiful I am in and out. Outside I am

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like steel and difficult to fracture, and inside I have a matrix of tissue that gives me resiliency. You see, with the help of your muscles, I am made to move about, to run and jump, walk and play. I have 206 parts! And each part, when you encourage me by your attention, contributes to a cohesive, integrated whole. Yes, when I bend my hip, my pelvis lowers. When I lift my arm, my shoulder blade lowers—that is if you notice me. Often, folks do not know what they are doing and form unhealthy habits. Those habits interfere with my only wish: to support you and supply the minerals you need. That’s not all I want to share with you. I want to tell you what I like, and actually in some cases, love. Yes, I have my own special needs. Does that come as a surprise? Here are a few. I am depending on you to help.

—I love RHYTHM! All kinds of rhythm, fast, slow, staccato, especially syncopated, tango and waltz.

—I love NUTRITION! I am talking good nutrition.

Good whole food. Greens—those dark leafy ones have lots of calcium and many other minerals. Processed food and those acidic foods are not helping me much at all.

—I love PRESSURE! Gravity is giving us pressure all the time, but I love the pressure that goes through my entire skeleton. That is my best feeling. Yes I have feelings!

—I love ALIGNMENT! I love it when you pay attention and all of my bony parts line up. Yea!

—I love WEIGHTS! You know it doesn’t have to be lifting 40 pounds in the gym. You can find lots of ways to give me weight just using what you have…your own body weight and sometimes maybe a little more.

—Mostly, I love MOVEMENT!! Movement, movement, movement. I am made to move, but so often you put me in a chair for hours on end and then you get up and go to bed!

What kind of a life is that for your good friend, your skeleton?

—I love VIBRATION! I do get vibration from the planet, but I also like it when you put your hands on the wall and vibrate pressure through my wrist bones.

—I love DIVERSITY! I do not like doing the same things day in and day out. It is not healthy for me. Give me some diversity. Turn me around. Maybe a little jump here and there. Maybe even a little foot stomp once in a while.

Don’t be afraid, you will not hurt me. Those little jumps and bounces wake me up and increase my cells! I love it!

So, thanks for showing your interest by reading about me. There is so much more to tell you about myself, but for now, I thank you for caring. I encourage you to find a program, or create one, that you think I would really like.

Please, just keep me moving. I need you to do that. This could be a wonderful relationship.

Your good friend,

BONES

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WORKOUTS Moving the Body Opens the Door to Spirit

by Lisa Marshall

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t’s the Sabbath, a day of “Exercise can necks go limp, shaking off the week’s stresses via a prayer, and millions of be a powerful sensual, full-body writhe people across America are quietly sitting or kneelgateway to she calls “the flail.” As the World Beat playlist picks ing, humbly communing the spiritual.” up the pace, Pierrat leads with a power greater than the group through a funky, themselves. ~ Chantal Pierrat rave-like series of dance

But inside the Alchemy moves aimed at “opening of Movement studio in up” the hips and chest and something Boulder, Colorado, the Soul Sweat less tangible deep inside. By song faithful are connecting with their five, the sweat is flowing and some higher power in a different fashion. In are dancing unabashedly, eyes closed, bare feet, and wearing yoga pants and lost in the music. Others are smiling tank tops, they find a place before a broadly, making eye contact in the mirwall-to-wall mirror while a slow, Afroror.

Brazilian rhythm vibrates the wooden

The sense of joy and interconnectfloor. edness in the room is palpable. “Exer At the urging of instructor Chancise can be a powerful gateway to the tal Pierrat, they let their arms and spiritual,” observes Pierrat, the founder

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of Soul Sweat, a highly choreographed, spiritually charged dance workout.

Twenty years after the yoga craze introduced Westerners to the possibility that the two seemingly incongruous goals could be intertwined, the spirituality-fitness link has spread well beyond the yoga mat. It has spawned fusions ranging from Body Gospel, a Christian workout tape, and Jewish Yoga classes to triathlon programs rooted in Native American teachings and Buddhism-based running meditation workshops.

In addition, creative instructors have been fusing body/mind/spirit classics like yoga and Pilates with hardcore cardio disciplines like spinning and boxing. Half of all U.S. fitness clubs now offer mind/body programming, according to the IDEA Health & Fitness Association, and the portion of classes dedicated to “mind/spirit” versus just “body” is on the rise.

“The newer programming is balanced 50-50, rather than the 80-20 body-mind split of the past,” estimates Sandy Todd Webster, editor in chief of IDEA’s publications.

At a time when, according to the Pew Forum on Religion & Public Life, the number of people that identify with “no organized religion” continues to grow (topping one-fifth of Americans and one-third of U.S. adults under 30), more people than ever are exploring exercise as a path to both flatter abs and deeper self-discovery. “We have spent so long focusing on the mind and the brain… but that is not the whole story,” says Pierrat. “The somatic, or physical, expression of spirituality is the future.”

In the Zone

The notion that intense dancing or a long run could spark what feels like a spiritual awakening makes sense to Philadelphia-based research neuroscientist and physician Andrew Newberg, author of How God Changes Your Brain. A pioneer in the field of integrative “neurotheology”, he has for years used brain imaging technologies to study the impact religious or spiritual practices like deep meditation, intense prayer and speaking in tongues have

“God has created us with a body. Why aren’t we praying with our body?” ~ Marcus Freed on the brain. Exercise, he says, provides many of the same effects.

In addition to prompting a surge of feel-good endorphins, a highly strenuous workout is one of the few activities that can lead to simultaneous activation of both sympathetic (fight-orflight) and parasympathetic (calming) nervous system reactions. “Normally, when one of these is active, the other one shuts down, but when people drive one or the other to a very heightened level of activity, there is some evidence that the other turns on too,” explains Newberg.

That intense dual firing can paradoxically lead to an interruption in sensory information traveling to areas of the brain that control our sense of ourselves at any moment. “Not only do you have this great feeling of energy and calmness, but you tend to lose your sense of space and time,” he notes.

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Newberg’s own research also suggests that when people “surrender” themselves in a spiritual practice, the frontal lobe (the practical part of the brain that keeps our thoughts in check) quiets. He speculates that something similar may happen in the midst of, say, a marathon or intense dance, enabling out of the ordinary thoughts and feelings to surface. “It can allow for creativity—a blending of different, more intuitive ideas in ways you don’t normally mix things,” comments Newberg.

So, is exercise able to only make us feel like we’re having a mystical experience, or is it somehow actually opening a channel to the divine? Newberg declines to go there, commenting that a brain scan tells what’s going on in the brain, not in the soul. Yet he has no doubt the two are inextricably linked. He says, “There are many well-

known examples of intense experiences, like Sufi dancing, generating spiritual experiences for people.”

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Marcus Freed is one of those people.

He grew up in a traditional Jewish family in London, England, and attended a rabbinical seminary in Israel. Still, he felt that something was missing in his spiritual life. “I thought, ‘God has created us with a body. Why aren’t we praying with our body?’”

Freed says that Biblical text often references the body: King David, in the Book of Psalms, says, “Let all my bones praise the creator.” The Jewish Talmud refers to a rabbi that “stretched his spine with a prayer of gratitude.” Yet, Freed observes, the physical elements of daily spiritual practice have been largely forgotten over the centuries.

When he discovered yoga, it filled a gap for him. “I found a way to draw upon this incredible spiritual literature but ground it in the body, so that experience is not just in the head, but also in the heart.”

Thus, Freed founded Bibliyoga, which launches each class with a He-

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brew or Kabbalistic teaching, followed by poses that incorporate its themes, as reflected in his book, The Kosher Sutras: The Jewish Way in Yoga and Meditation. The practice, now taught in cities around the United States and Europe, has prompted the birth of similarly religion-infused classes, including Christ Yoga, and the Jewish Yoga Network. “A lot of people separate things, saying they’ll get their spirituality from one place and their exercise from somewhere else,” says Freed. “I think they are missing out.”

Mindful Sports

The spirituality-exercise link likewise resonates through other traditionally solo pursuits such as triathlon activities and running, in which many athletes say a more mindful approach to training has infused their sport with more meaning, and in some cases, improved their performances.

Ironman Marty Kibiloski, formerly a competitive marathoner and road racer, led what he terms a “high achievement, low contentment” life for years, measuring his self-worth by timed results that never quite satisfied him. In 2006, he attended a Running with the Mind of Meditation threeday workshop, based on Rinpoche Sakyong Mipham’s book of the same name. The retreat combined with his newfound interest in Buddhism, completely redefined running for him.

Kibiloski prefers to steer clear of the word “spiritual” (which he sees as somewhat ambiguous) when describing what he now experiences when running. Instead, he frames it as a vehicle for self-discovery, a mobile

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“Mobile meditation… trains you to have your mind be still when your body is active, which is how you are in everyday life.” ~ Marty Kibiloski meditation that provides the intense focus and freedom from distraction that enables him to “awaken to how things really are.”

He now leads the retreat that proved pivotal for him, drawing more than 100 runners each Labor Day weekend to the Shambhala Mountain Center, in Red Feather Lakes, Colorado. Participants learn to focus on the cadence of their footfalls, their breathing and their surroundings to, as he puts it, “move meditation beyond the cushion.” He remarks, “It trains you to have your mind be still when your body is active, which is how you are in everyday life.”

Triathlete Mark Allen credits his work with Brant Secunda, a shaman and teacher in the Huichol Indian tradition of Mexico, for enabling him to overcome negative self-talk and

physical stresses and go on to win the Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii, six times in the late 1980s and early 90s. He notes, “In every one of my physical workouts, I also focused on training the spiritual aspect, so that when I got that chatter in my head, saying, ‘This is too hard’ or ‘I want to quit,’ I could go to a quiet place, rather than a negative one.”

Based on their book, Fit Soul, Fit Body: Nine Keys to a Healthier, Happier You, the pair conduct workshops around the country on how to strengthen both soul and body by intertwining both. “Some people think you are only spiritual when you are praying, but when you are moving your body, that is an intensely spiritual experience, too,” says Allen. “It’s my way of saying, ‘Thank you for letting me be alive.’”

FUSION WORKOUTS Pump Body, Charge Spirit

Drawing newcomers eager to break a sweat while staying true to their mind/body and spiritual roots is the aim of yoga, Pilates and tribal dance instructors that are busy introducing innovations. Here’s a quick look at just some of them.

Aero boga: This approach to yoga-dance fusion is designed for older adults that follow the bhakti yoga philosophy.

Buti: Teachers of this 90-minute, high-intensity workout that fuses yoga, tribal dance and plyometrics aim to unlock the shakti spiral and release the hips to help energy flow freely in the first and second chakras.

Piloxing: Created by Swedish dancer and celebrity trainer Viveca

Jensen, Piloxing blends Pilates and boxing with powerful principles of femininity.

Soul Sweat: Highly choreographed, yet accessible to beginners, dance movements are set to World Beat, African, Latin, hip-hop and rave music to enhance coordination, tone muscles, enhance energy flow and awaken creativity.

Vinyasa on the bike: Conscious pedaling on a stationary bike integrates yoga principles of breathing, flowing and paying attention to what is happening in the body.

YoBata: Fast-paced classes intersperse Vinyasa (or flow) yoga with tabata brief sets of high-intensity, fat-burning bodyweight or cardio exercises).

UNIVERSAL FITNESS TIPS Mindful Practices Enhance Any Routine

by Casey McAnn

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hen it comes to attaining fitness, several well-regarded recommendations increase the likelihood of success.

Natural Awakenings canvassed online fitness sources for tips and techniques intended to keep workouts safe, fun and satisfying. Our favorites follow.

Always stretch – Light stretching before and after workouts loosens muscles and increases circulation for quicker repair and healing. It can also help prevent injuries. It’s ideal to hold stretches for at least 30 seconds, breathing “into” the muscles that are being stretched and inviting a gentle release of tension on the exhalation. If any pain surfaces while stretching a certain area, stop.

Start slowly – Begin and build workout routines slowly in order to avoid straining muscles and ligaments. Exercise at least twice a week, the bare minimum for staying physically fit.

Be well rounded – Add leg and back exercises to crunches and bicep curls, and vary cardio routines to stay enthusiastic about workouts. Experiment with all the equipment available at a studio or gym, asking a trainer for guidance.

Drink plenty of water – Drinking water helps to decrease appetite and eliminate cravings, while nourishing and hydrating the body. The goal is to drink half of one’s body weight number in ounces each day.

Keep it regular – Making exercise a regularly scheduled part of the week eliminates excuses. Keep it on the calendar and show up as dutifully as for any other important appointment. Make up any days missed.

Increase intensity – More intense workouts mean less time spent doing them while achieving the same level of benefits. It’s also important to keep endurance exercises in any routine, however, because they are vital for cardiovascular benefits and building stamina.

Use weights – Adding muscle to the body increases strength, life expectancy and fat burning. To tone muscles, use a weight that works for eight to 12 lifts. For bulk, use a weight suited to four to six lifts. Practice a weight training routine two to three times a week, keeping sessions under 45 minutes.

Add interval training – Sprinting for about 50 yards boosts metabolism and heart health. Return to the starting point by taking a slow walk. Repeat as many times as possible, making sure to warm up before the interval training and cool down afterwards.

Dress up – Energize a workout session and boost confidence by wearing something snazzy. Donning an exercise “uniform” gets us in the mood, and a new piece of clothing or footwear can make us excited to get moving again.

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Be a safe runner – Every six weeks, cut running mileage and frequency in half for a week. This allows the body to recover from workouts and helps to prevent injury.

Make it meaningful – While walking or running, recite prayers or a gratitude list, or listen to inspirational podcasts and downloads.

Volunteer for fitness – Many volunteer tasks involve some form of physical movement. It feels good to burn calories while helping others.

Bring workout buddies – Friends and pets need exercise, too, and they provide restorative companionship. Working out with a pal adds support and motivation, which are keys to success. Seek out a human buddy with similar fitness goals.

Go green – Research from the University of Essex, in England, shows that exercising in nature produces additional physical and mental benefits. The researchers found that “green exercise” improves mood, self-esteem, enjoyment and motivation.

Casey McAnn is a freelance writer in Boston, MA.

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STAYING POWER A Good Trainer Keeps Us on Track

by Debra Melani

Maintaining one’s own fitness program can prove a challenge when the will to work out fizzles. Many people are getting help conquering roadblocks and staying on an effective path of regular exercise through an enduring relationship with a personal trainer.

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pproximately 6.4 million Americans now engage personal trainers, according to the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association, including some in less traditional locations, like community centers and corporate workplaces.

When a client sticks with a personal trainer over the long haul, the relationship can evolve beyond a caring coach into a steadfast mentor, producing benefits that transcend basic fitness.

“I have individuals I’ve worked with for 10 years, and have come to know them and their bodies and habits well,” says Kristin McGee, a New York City trainer who counts celebrities like Steve Martin and Tina Fey as clients.

By understanding all aspects of each of her clients, she says she can better tailor programs to meet their needs.

When nine-year client Bebe Duke,

58, faced a lengthy rehabilitation after tripping and shattering a shoulder, McGee helped lift her spirits, ease her back into full-body fitness and even slay some psychological dragons. “We worked her lower half; we kept her strong and her moods steady with meditation and yoga,” McGee says. “The physical therapist knew how to work with her shoulder joint, but not with the rest of her body and the rest of her life.”

Duke felt, as she puts it, “a significant fear of falling” after the accident.

“So we spent an enormous amount of time on balance and making sure I didn’t feel nervous.”

McGee was able to help Duke prevent fitness loss, which can happen to anyone that goes four weeks without exercising, reports Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise journal.

“Group training can cost as little as $15 an hour. Women especially enjoy combining fitness with socializing. Working together and growing together, they feed off and rely on each other to show up.” ~ Kristin McGee Maintaining regular exercise can also deter depression, confirmed by a study in the Annals of Behavioral Medicine.

Three years after the injury, Duke can now hold a downward dog yoga pose and do a headstand. “I’m also running again,” Duke adds. “I’m signed up for a half marathon.”

Richard Cotton, a personal trainer in Indianapolis, Indiana, and the American College of Sports Medicine’s national director of certification, agrees that a good long-term trainer often serves as a fitness, nutrition and even life coach. “You can’t metaphorically cut off people’s heads and only train their bodies. Then you are just a technician,” he observes.

Building a true foundation for health requires understanding the im-

portance of each building block, not just working with a trainer for a few sessions and afterwards going blindly through the motions, attests Sandra Blackie, a former professional bodybuilder, certified nutritionist and current personal trainer in San Diego, California. “I want to educate my clients.”

During extended periods, good trainers also revise routines at least once every four weeks to prevent adaptation, another problem that can hinder reaching fitness goals. “Without trainers, people often get stuck in a rut and lose motivation,” remarks Blackie, who also adapts exercises according to bodily changes due to aging or other conditions.

Long-term relationships also allow trainers to focus on the individual’s bottom-line goals, Cotton notes. For instance, “I want to lose 10 pounds,” might really mean, “I want the energy to play with my kids,” or “I want to feel more alert at work.”

“Achievable goals evolve from values,” Cotton explains. “It’s not about getting in super great shape for six months and then stopping. It’s about creating a foundation for life.”

Freelance journalist Debra Melani writes about health care and fitness from Lyons, CO. Connect at DebraMelani.com or DMelani@msn.com.

Traits to Look for in a Trainer

by Cecily Casey Engage a personal trainer based on his/her positive responses to the following qualifiers.

4 Starts by discussing short- and long-term goals 4 Customizes a program for individual needs 4 Reviews one’s health history in detail 4 Conducts a posture analysis 4 Screens each client for quality of movement 4 Asks the client to track his or her food intake 4 Provides helpful cues for improvement during sessions 4 Critiques movement from various angles 4 Is able to ramp up or ease off exercise challenges as needed 4 Never uses the phrase, “No pain, no gain” 4 Keeps current with educational certifications, workshops and seminars Cecily Casey is co-owner of RealFit Gym, in Highland Park, IL, where she is a practicing American College of Sports Medicine certified personal trainer.

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Sugar Monster How Sweet it Isn’t

by Kathleen Barnes

“Am I a sugar addict?” There’s an easy way to tell.

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f you have to ask yourself, you are,” advises Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum, a renowned integrative physician in Kona, Hawaii, and author of Beat Sugar Addiction Now!

The dangers of excessive sugar consumption, especially of highfructose corn syrup (HFCS), are well known. Yet such cheap, corn-based sweeteners account for nearly 56 percent of all sweeteners, especially in beverages.

The average American annually consumes 152 pounds of sugar, compared to 109 pounds in 1950, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. A large portion is ingested as sugary liquids, including juices and an average of 46 gallons of soft drinks a year—compared to 11 gallons 50 years ago.

Puts on Pounds

Certainly, high-calorie sugars trigger weight gain, but it may be news that calories from sugar act differently in the body than those from other foods.

“Fat doesn’t make you fat. Sugar makes you fat,” states Dr. John Salerno, director of The Salerno Center for Complementary Medicine, in New York, Tokyo and Sao Paolo, Brazil.

“Eating carbohydrates quickly raises blood sugar (glucose), prompting the release of insulin to transport the glucose not immediately needed for energy, to the cells,” Salerno explains in his new book, The Salerno Solution: An Ounce of Prevention, a Lifetime of Health. “If there is more glucose than you need, the remainder is stored in the

liver and muscles as glycogen, and then converted to fat.”

Killing Effect

While the negative effects of excess sugar consumption have been documented for decades, “Evidence is mounting that sugar is the primary cause of obesity, plus many chronic and lethal diseases,” says Osteopathic Physician Joseph Mercola, of Hoffman Estates, Illinois, who runs the highly popular natural health website, Mercola.com, and has authored books that include The No-Grain Diet and Sweet Deception.

“Excessive fructose consumption leads to insulin resistance that appears to be the root of many, if not most, chronic diseases,” says Mercola.

Beyond the obvious association with obesity, hypertension, Type 2 diabetes, liver and heart disease and Alzheimer’s have all been linked to sugar, according to the National Center for Biotechnology Information at the National Institutes of Health.

“Sugar, in excess, is a toxin, unrelated to its calories,” says Dr. Robert Lustig, an endocrinologist and professor of clinical pediatrics at the University of California, San Francisco. “The dose determines the poison. Like alcohol, a little sugar is fine, but a lot is not. And the food industry has put us way over our limit.” Sugar can be addictive, continues Lustig. “It has clear potential for abuse.

Like tobacco and alcohol, sugar acts on the brain to encourage subsequent intake.”

Risky Substitutes

No-calorie artificial sweeteners can be equally dangerous by convincing us we are bypassing calories. The 5,000-participant San Antonio Heart Study, which followed subjects for seven to eight years, showed that adults consuming regular or diet soft drinks were likely to gain weight, but those that drank the diet versions were more likely to become obese. Participants in Massachusetts’ Framingham Heart Study further confirmed that soft drink lovers in general were 40 percent more likely than non soda-drinkers to develop 24

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metabolic syndrome, increasing the risk of diabetes and heart disease.

Studies from Washington University School of Medicine, in St. Louis, Missouri; National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases; and Gunma University, in Maebashi, Japan, suggest that sucralose (marketed primarily under the brand name Splenda) can trigger the release of insulin as though sugar has been consumed; over time, this contributes to insulin resistance and Type 2 diabetes.

Aspartame and saccharin have also been associated with weight gain and suppressed satiety (fullness) response, effecting overeating and possibly even cancer. Such effects are supported by studies from at least seven countries, published by the National Center for Biotechnology Information.

Finally, xylitol, another low-calorie sweetener that some claim to be natural, is actually highly processed and even a small amount can cause diarrhea.

Healthy Sweeteners

n Stevia, a powdered extract of a South American plant, is the most popular natural sweetener, delivering no calories or blood sugar swings; 200 to 300 times sweeter than sugar, a little goes a long way. Look for a product with no additives. n Sucanat—minimally processed, dehydrated cane sugar juice—is a reasonably healthy alternative, especially to substitute measure for measure in baking. Because it metabolizes like sugar, it too will cause blood sugar swings; also note that both agave and “raw”

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Everyday Sugar Addicts

by Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum A solution to sugar addiction is simply to stop eating sugars, especially any form of corn syrup. Drink more water and take a high-quality multivitamin, plus other supplements as necessary. Here are the four characteristics of people that tend to obsessively seek sugar.

4 Chronically exhausted and looking for an energy boost 4 Stressed out and suffering from adrenal exhaustion 4 Cravings caused by excessive presence of yeast/candida 4 Hormonally related cravings

sugar, which is merely less refined table sugar, have similar effects. n Honey, while not calorie-free, is high in heart-healthy flavonoids and anti-allergens, and may even help lower cholesterol, according to a study from University Hospital Giessen and Marburg, in Germany.

n Maple syrup carries calories, but is also a rich source of polyphenol antiinflammatory antioxidants. A University of Rhode Island, Kingston, study suggests that maple syrup may help manage Type 2 diabetes. n Molasses, while not calorie-free, is a worthy alternative if weight isn’t an is-

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sue, since it’s a good source of minerals, especially iron. n Raw monk fruit (avoid processed Nectresse), a small, sweet melon native

to China and Southeast Asia known as luo han guo, has traditionally been used in herbal medicine. It is touted as being low in carbs and is 200 to 300 times sweeter than sugar. n Coconut sugar is generating excitement largely because of its low glycemic index (35) and low carbohydrate qualities. This optimum option is a good source of potassium, magnesium, iron, boron, zinc, sulfur and copper. n All fruit contains fructose, but in a natural state—not synthesized as a vegetable product like corn syrup. Fruit also comes loaded with health benefits, so eating it in moderation works, especially fruits and berries that are low on the glycemic index, a measure of carbohydrate effects on blood sugar levels.

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DEEP-HEALING YOGA Release Trauma, Build Resilience

by Sarah Todd

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hen a woman separated from her husband last fall, she tried hard to shut down her emotions. A 30-year-old working mother of two young boys, she felt she couldn’t afford to be sad or angry, even as she contemplated divorce. But some-

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thing shifted when she began taking yoga classes in her town in northern Michigan. “It was my one place to relax and let go,” says Emily, who asked that her real name stay private. “I used to go to class, get into a deep stretch and cry. It was like my muscles were

connected with my heart. My instructor would warn us that certain poses would provide emotional releases, and sure enough, the tears would fall.”

People suffering disruptive changes —from losing a loved one to coping with unemployment or striving for sobriety—often find yoga to be a healing force. Lola Remy, of yogaHOPE, a Boston and Seattle nonprofit that helps women navigate challenging transitions, attests that yoga makes them feel safe enough in their bodies to process difficult emotions.

“The goal isn’t to make stressors go away, it’s to learn resilience,” Remy explains. “Irreparable harm isn’t necessarily the only result of experiencing stress. Even if I’m in a challenging position—like wobbling in the tree pose—I can see that I’m still OK.” The object is to teach women that their bodies are strong and capable, giving them more confidence in their ability to weather obstacles off the mat.

Supporting Science

Research suggests that yoga can also be an effective therapy for people affected by some forms of severe traumatic stress. A study in the Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences that scanned the brains of trauma survivors after a reminder of the traumatic event revealed decreased activity in the prefrontal cortex—the part of the brain that helps make sense of raw emotions and bodily experiences.

While shutting down the connection between body and mind can help in coping with dangerous experiences, it also makes recovery difficult.

“You need to have a high-functioning prefrontal cortex to organize the thoughts that come up and know that you’re safe in the present moment,” advises David Emerson, director of yoga services at the Trauma Center, in Brookline, Massachusetts. “Otherwise, you’re assaulted by memory sensory information.”

Yoga appears to rewire the brains of trauma survivors to stop reliving past distress. “You can’t talk your prefrontal cortex into functioning well again,” Emerson observes. “But you may be able to do it with your body.”

The study found that eight female patients that participated in traumasensitive yoga saw significant decreases in the frequency and severity of their post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms. In a study at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, in Boston, co-sponsored by the U.S. Department of Defense, military veterans enrolled in a 10-week yoga course also showed improvement in PTSD symptoms. A paper presented at a recent International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies conference studied 64 people that had experienced childhood abuse and neglect; those that participated in a trauma-sensitive yoga course had a 33 percent reduction in PTSD symptoms. Two months later, more than 50 percent in the yoga group experienced greater freedom and were no longer diagnosed as suffering from PTSD, compared to the control group’s 21 percent.

Yoga can also transform traumatized lives in other ways. “For many traumatized people, being touched intimately can be a trigger,” Emerson remarks. “Yoga may let them feel ready for physical intimacy again. Others have mentioned victories such as being able to go to the grocery store and knowing exactly what foods their bodies crave.”

Emerson notes that such programs emphasize choice and individual empowerment. “The beauty of yoga is that you reclaim your body as your own.”

Spreading the Word

Once largely concentrated on the East Coast, trauma-sensitive yoga programs are spreading. Jennifer Johnston, a research clinician and yoga instructor at Boston’s Mind Body Institute, sees programs like these enriching our culture’s understanding of the physical and mental health connection. “In a country where drugs and surgery are often the first go-to,” she says, “it’s important to remember that things like yoga can change our chemistry, too.”

Sarah Todd is an East Coast-based writer and editor. Connect at SarahToddInk.com.

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Natural Childbirth Isn’t Just for the Royal Family

by Jackie Boyce

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hen Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, gave birth to baby Prince George, the world’s attention was focused on natural childbirth, since she had chosen to prepare for labor and birth using hypnosis and natural birthing techniques and had planned to breastfeed. For Europeans, natural childbirth is quite common, but in our country it was a newsworthy event. That’s because since the 1950s and ‘60s, and even earlier in this country, birthing has been managed as a costly medical emergency instead of a natural process. That is in part because ob-gyns replaced midwives and because of the profit-driven interplay of the hospital, pharmaceutical and insurance worlds that turned childbirth into a profit opportunity. Ironically, for a country that spends two to three times more per patient on expectant mothers than most of the world, our statistics place us about thirtieth among developed countries for healthy birth outcomes. Our Caesarian rate is more than 33 percent and climbing, and the World Health Organization has stated that any country with higher than a 15 percent rate has a serious problem.

Lucta Johnson Allen-Gerald, of Marion, S.C., an RN, lactation consultant and certified La Leche League leader, explains that the medical world has saved the small percentage of women who would have had difficulties or might have died during natural childbirth due to anatomy

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or other medical factors. However, it makes the mistake of applying the medical approach to the majority of women who don’t need it. She points out that regarding the all-toocommon practice of C-sections, “it is hard to breast-feed a baby after abdominal surgery. If we help the mother become a lioness and bond with that baby, it [the breast-feeding] helps decrease health problems and psychosocial problems later.”

In Europe, and much of the world, natural childbirth and breast-feeding are the norm. A Grand Strand resident, who gave birth in Italy 18 years ago and who spends time there each year, describes how common natural childbirth is in Italy, where each woman is assigned a midwife and a doctor, who is there only in case something goes wrong.

All prenatal care is free, as is all medical care to everyone.

The norm for delivery is no medication, no anesthesia, and no epidural. Most hospitals only offer natural childbirth and Caesarians for emergencies or as an elective. A lot of hospitals have birthing water and birthing rooms, where the family can bond together with the newborn. Since C-sections are the rare exception, most mothers begin breast-feeding within a few hours, and some right away. The expectation is that everyone will breast-feed. She feels that is why Italy is one of the most peaceful nations in the world.

“Violent crime against someone you don’t know is almost unheard of. The incidence of drug and alcohol abuse is very low.”

With natural childbirth missing from our culture for several generations, it is no longer easily and naturally passed on from one generation to the next. What used to be a natural part of our culture has been lost. That’s where

doula services, like that provided by Pat Burrell, of Beach openly with hope of understanding or support from the Baby’s Maternal Child Services, have become important for community at large.” helping women relearn what came naturally and used to be

Nationwide, doula services used to be only for the passed on. Burrell says: “We have to remind our expectant affluent who could afford them. Thanks to Burrell that is mothers when they come in that they will changing. Burrell states: “We at Beach be doing what their great grandmothers Baby’s wrote and were awarded the did naturally.” She points out that, “For a largest grant that Horry County has ever lot of women, we’ve taken away their right received from the March of Dimes. It was and knowledge to do things naturally.” She very effective, and we provided Wholistic describes natural childbirth as one where Childbirth Education classes [the program it is as close to nature as possible, and the Burrell had written], certified labor doulas doula’s job is supporting the process as and the lactation education and counseling much as possible before, during and after for women who were Medicaid eligible. the birth of the child.”

In our project, our group had a near 10

Beach Baby’s Maternal Child Services percent C-section rate compared to a provides Wholistic Childbirth Education national rate of 33 to 35 percent. There (WCBE) classes, certified lactation support, were huge financial savings, as well as certified labor doulas to help the women documented remarkable health benefits have a more natural childbirth experience, for babies and mothers. The results were as well as emotional support to reduce all the more remarkable because S.C. and the fear and stress around childbirth. this area have had one of the worst infant Burrell, an RN, a WCBE instructor, a Pat Burrell mortality rates in the nation, with a high certified lactation counselor, a certified racial disparity of about five black infants doula (DONA), and certified hypnotherapy to one white infant.” In January, she was instructor, comes to this from a holistic background asked to present the findings from the program to the S.C. where she is also certified in rebirthing and trained in EFT House Ways and Means Committee, which is now working (emotional freedom technique). She points out, “I have a lot on a plan for integrating these services into its plan for of things I integrate from my 30-plus years’ background.”

Medicaid to improve birth outcomes in S.C.

She explains that doulas are not midwives, and that

She was also instrumental in getting an NPI number, all doulas are not equal. They do not deliver babies or or provider number, for doulas (labor and postpartum) from provide medical support. She has been present for more the federal government, since without one they could not th than 500 births, having assisted Amish midwives and 7 receive insurance reimbursements.

This paved the way for Day Adventists in home births in Pennsylvania. She has Medicaid to cover doulas so that they can be available to been present for more than 150 births since returning to all women regardless of the ability to pay. She emphasizes, the Grand Strand, the majority of which have been natural.

“I believe all women deserve to have equal-quality birthing Many of Beach Baby’s clients’ births have been in the hospital, but without medications or anything that interferes services for them and their baby.”

Another purpose of the doula service is to help with the natural process. She says, “When I came to the individuals who’ve had traumatic birth experiences by Grand Strand 7 years ago, I was the only active certified coaching them through their next one. Burrell says, “We are doula here [and] you couldn’t talk about natural childbirth always there for our clients; I’m always available to them.”

She states: “Right now, we are working with Magnolia OB/GYN. Our goal is through the Wholistic Childbirth Education Program and the labor doula presence to improve the success rate of women having a VVAC [vaginal birth after Caesarian]. We’ve had about a 100 percent success rate when doctors have allowed a TOL [trial of labor].” She adds, “Magnolia is probably the most supportive group in the area when it comes to natural childbirth.”

Burrell sums up her work, “I believe everyone should have a Royal Baby. Every baby should be a Royal Baby.”

For more information, contact Pat Burrell at 843-213-1393 or visit BeachBabys.org. See ad, page 8.

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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 Angel Light Initiation w/Rev Cathy Cartisano Andrews−3-5pm. Angel Light Healing will balance, purify, and integrate your energy centers, open and align all your physical and etheric bodies with the Angelic Realms. Eat before attending; Wear all white or bring white sheet; bring 2 pillows, a blanket, and bottled water.

Registration req. Love donations. Life in Balance Spiritual Wellness Center, 4347 Big Barn Dr, LR. 843-421-6717, LifeinBalanceCenter.org.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 Open Door Reiki Share w/Eileen Foose, RN & local Reiki masters−4-6pm. A gathering of like minds for “mini” Reiki treatments and a sharing circle. Enjoy the energy work at Unity.

Love Offering, dedicated to assist the Care Team of Unity Christ Church. 843-238-8516, Unity, 1270 Surfside Ind Pk Dr, Surfside Info, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Wellness Coach Quick Start Training w/Inlet Nutrition−6:15pm. Become a Wellness Coach. No experience necessary. Learn the role of a Wellness Coach, a glimpse of the business opportunity, and how to get started. Repeat event 9/17. Register at 843-424-9586. 3556B Old Kings Hwy, MI.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 Hay Time w/Kristi Thompson, Certified Heal Your Life® Facilitator−9-11am. A discussion group based on a variety of metaphysical topics by Hay House Publishing authors. Love Donations gratefully appreciated.

Info: HayHouse. com or Kristi, 843-424-8317, Kthompson@ trilogylifeservices.com. Life in Balance Spiritual Wellness Center, 4347 Big Barn Dr, LR. 843-4216717, LifeinBalanceCenter.org.

Unity Healing & Prayer Service w/Olivia Rose−6:30-7:30pm.

Meditation, prayer, hands-on-healing. Love offering. Unity Peace Chapel, Unity Christ Church of MB, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, 843 238-8516,UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 Growing Healthy: Making Fall Delicious & Beautiful w/Rebecca Turk & Alex Cooley−9:30am-2pm. Learn the best and tastiest ornamental plants for fall planting, proper bed preparation, planting techniques, and harvest.

Tour of the Moore Farms Botanical Garden incl.

Deli lunch provided. $20 per person limited to the first 25. 100 New Zion Rd, Lake City. Info:rturk@ moorefarmsbg.org, MooreFarmsBG.org.

2 Step Wrap Seminar Munch & Learn w/Inlet Nutrition−11:30-12:30pm. Smooth, tone and soften the appearances of skin. Learn how to help dimpled skin appear firmer and more toned with jojoba bead, ginkgo biloba extract, & fruit acids.

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Seating limited. All supplies provided. $10, & lunch will be provided. Repeat event, 9/19. Inlet Nutrition, 3556B Old Kings Highway, MI. 843424-9586.

Experience doTerra Essential Oils−5-7pm.

Discover simple, natural solutions for health with the ways doTERRA certified therapeutic grade essential oils can treat coughs and colds, build your immune system, relieve stress, assist in pain relief and more. Free, with free oil for attending. RSVP 843-828-4665 or signing up in the office. Bring a friend. Light appetizers and beverages & served. Modern Cleansing Wellness, 6371 Dick Pond Rd, Socastee. Facebook.com/ ModernCleansingWellness.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 Shanti Yoga Community Day of Free Classes & Workshops−8am-6pm. Study with expert teachers and meet other amazing yogis. All are welcome. Discounted passes all month to celebrate Yoga Awareness Month. (purchase 8 mo & receive 4 free, $960). Full schedule on website.

3901 N Kings Hwy, # 20-A, MB, 843-467-5444, ShantiMyrtleBeach.com.

And So It Is…Heal Your Life® Vision Board Workshop w/ Kristi Thompson−10am-Noon.

Heal Your Life® instructor, leads evening of visualization and creation. Will provide a guided visualization exploring what you would like to attract in various areas of your life and coach you on using your vision board, affirmations and visualizations to unfold the life you have been dreaming of. All supplies provided. Preregistration req. $15. Life in Balance Spiritual Wellness Center, 4347 Big Barn Dr, LR. 843-4216717, LifeinBalanceCenter.org.

Sun Salute Clinic w/Carrie Chapman−10:4511:45am. An interactive clinic breaking down the Sun Salutation; hands on adjustments, clear discussion, and Q & A. $12 preregister or $15 day of. Yoga DiVita, 4340 Big Barn Dr. #108, LR, 843-283-2827, dmdivita@yogadivita.com or YogaDivita.com.

Aura Cleansing w/Galina Ross, Sacred Heart Healer/Teacher, IHAI, Aura Cleansing Master Healer−3-5pm. A healthy Aura contributes to overall health and well-being and can be weakened by stress, negative habits, toxins or improper psychic energy. Clearing/cleansing will strengthen your aura and health. Explore and practice techniques and experience the power of special codes. $25. Life in Balance Spiritual Wellness Center, 4347 Big Barn Dr, LR. 843-4216717, LifeinBalanceCenter.org.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 Starships & Star-beings w/Rev Cathy Cartisano Andrews−3-5pm. Will share her book, Heart’s Higher Ground...Journey of a Starseed, and conduct a meditation to begin building your

“Contact Muscles” The upcoming series will conclude with a field trip to the beach to call in starships. $10. Life in Balance Spiritual Wellness Center, 4347 Big Barn Dr, LR. 843-421-6717, LifeinBalanceCenter.org.

Wings on the Ground w/Rev Cathy Cartisano Andrews−3-5pm. Concentrating on the virtues necessary to become an angelic human warrior.

This first class will be an overview and we will proceed with three encodements. There will be two more classes to receive three more encodements ea class. Pre-registration req. $25. Life in Balance Spiritual Wellness Center, 4347 Big Barn Dr, LR. 843-421-6717, LifeinBalanceCenter.org.

savethedate Wicked Hot Run 5K (Run/Walk) Wicked Fitness presents their USATF certified 5K race, for all ages, held rain or shine. Three terrains: paved roads, forest trails, and sand, finishing at the ocean, Huntington Beach State Park, Murrells Inlet. RMS overseeing all professional times with Chronotrack D tags. Awards to top male and female ages 16 and under and ages 17 and older. To register: WickedFitness.net/ hotrun-register.php or mail to Tammy, Wicked Fitness, P.O. Box 14264, MB, SC 29587. Adults $30 prereg, or race day reg, $35. 16 and under, $15 or $20.

Info: Tammy, 877-751-2992 or wickedfitness@yahoo.com.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 What is Reiki, and Why is it Good for Me? w/ Kristi Marie Thompson, Reiki Master–3-5pm.

Learn about this Japanese form of relaxation and why it is starting to be used throughout the country in hospital surgical suites to help patients recover more quickly. Reiki is used to address any physical or mental discomfort one may be experiencing. Pre-registration req. Love Donation. Life in Balance Spiritual Wellness Center, 4347 Big Barn Dr, LR. 843-421-6717, LifeinBalanceCenter.org.

Smoking Cessation Hypnosis Seminar w/Mike Oglesbee−6-8:30pm. Become a non smoker for good. Utilizing hypnosis and re-association, Maximized Mind has a system that produces an extremely high success rate. Live life as a non smoker in an easy and natural way without going through the harsh withdrawals. $85. Only 10

seats avail. Pre-register at 843-957-6926. 196B Stonebridge Dr. MB. MaximizedMind.com.

Law of Attraction Monthly Meetup w/Dr Janet Hosmer−7pm-9pm. Join Certified Law of Attraction Practitioner, Exec Dir of Life in Balance, in a monthly study group focusing on the Law of Attraction and other modalities that we can use to enhance our life experience. Just drop in. Admission: $1. Life in Balance Spiritual Wellness Center, 4347 Big Barn Dr, LR. 843-4216717, LifeinBalanceCenter.org.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 Unity World Day of Prayer−10am-7pm. All day prayer vigil and evening service. Thousands of New Thought churches and centers around the globe will join Silent Unity, an international, 24/7 prayer ministry open to people of all faiths, and Unity churches everywhere. 24-hour prayer vigil begins 9/11 with Unity’s 5:30pm Contemplative Service. Info: Bonnie Scrudato, 843-4554048, WorldDayofPrayer.org. Love Offering.

Unity Christ Church of MB, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, 843 238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Wholistic Childbirth Education Class Series w/ Pat Burrell , RN, CHT, CLC, CD (DONA)−6:308:30pm. Beach Baby’s Maternal-Child Services will be starting and continuing for 24 weeks.

Have the birth you deserve. Comprehensive, informative, empowering, supportive & welcoming. Call to reserve. $350 for 10 2hr sessions. Payment plans available. Pat, 843-2131393, BeachBabys.org.

The Intuitive Fellowship - for Practice and Development of Intuition w/Rev. Jeanne Porter Ashley–7-9pm. (2nd Thursday of the month). A meeting for beginners to practice their natural intuitive skills. The Fellowship’s focus is to develop your intuition with practice and exercises. Then, use the psychic skills developed in a supportive group environment to get familiar with your talent. The meeting will begin with a meditation, guided or silent, to clear your energy vibrations. Will include a lesson on intuitive development or a Psychic/Spiritual/Metaphysical topic followed by Fellowship sharing. Suggested topics are always welcome. Admission: $6. Life in Balance Spiritual Wellness Center, 4347 Big Barn Drive, LR. 843-421-6717, LifeinBalanceCenter.org.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 Winning by Losing: Weight, Diet, Exercise, Lifestyle w/Samantha Chadwick McDowell−11am. Clemson Food Safety & Nutrition Agent leads program to emphasize eating fresh fruits and vegetables, the importance of variety, color and the benefits of each color.

Includes talk about simple everyday exercises.

Nutrition and exercise combined can improve your overall lifestyle and state of mind. Carolina Forest Library 2250 Carolina Forest Blvd., MB, 843-915-5282, HCML.org.

SEPTEMBER 13-15 A Contemplative Retreat w/Trina McCormick & Theresa Linehan. An opportunity to retreat into the quiet of nature and your own souls when spending uninterrupted time on the 80 acres of nature of Springbank. Spiritual direction, healing

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massage, healing touch/aromatherapy available upon request. Springbank Retreat for EcoSpirituality and the Arts, 1345 Springbank Rd., Kingstree. $225 fee includes lodging & meals.

843-382-9777, SpringbankRetreat.org.

Personal Fitness Trainer Certification−Fri 1-9:30pm, Sat 8-6 pm, Sun 8-6 pm. Aerobics and Fitness Association of American (AFAA) will be hosting a 3-Day educational event at Wicked Fitness, Experienced and aspiring fitness professional working one-on-one with exercise clients are invited to train with us. Current AFAA certified instructors should attend and take CEU credit. Certification workshop fee: $499, corporate affiliate discount rate available. Register: 800-9232346, workshop code 13090809. Wicked Fitness, 640 A Hwy 17 S, Surfside. Tammy, 877-7512992, WickedFitness.net/afaa-personaltrainercertification.php, or AFAA.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 Flight of the Shaman Workshop w/Stanley Waletkus−1-4pm. Stanley will take you on a Shamanic Journey with sound healing. walk with the Spirits. Bring your own drums, rattles, singing bowls and musical instruments for a magical sound circle. $35. The Yoga Room and Healing Art Co-Op. 196C Stonebridge Dr, MB. 843-4509402, MyrtleBeachYogaRoom.com.

Organic Yoga Alignment w/Buster Bryan−5:45pm. Free “try me” preview class for 6 week Monday series commencing Mon, 9/16 at 5:45 pm. $65 pre-pay on website before 9/1, $70 thereafter. In this yoga series, Buster will take simple poses and teach you perfect alignment with the use of props in the Iyengar style. For beginners and teachers alike. The Yoga Room and Healing Art Co-Op. 196C Stonebridge Dr, MB. 843-4509402, MyrtleBeachYogaRoom.com.

SEPTEMBER 14-15 Intuitive Development Intensive Session 3 w/Anaswara Erica, Certified ThetaHealing® practitioner−10am-3pm both days. Third of

3-part series of classes will unlock the psychic within. Everyone has psychic abilities; it is our birthright to use them. We use our intuition on a daily basis, unaware. In self-exploration from intuition, view inside the body and to use light to heal, learn about and how to use tools such as pendulums, cards and crystals, and receive a full manual. Covers mediumship, dreams, telepathy, chakras, channeling, meditation, remote viewing, clairaudience, clairvoyance, healing and more. $150. Life in Balance Spiritual Wellness Center, 4347 Big Barn Dr, LR. 843-421-6717, LifeinBalanceCenter.org.

Vinyasa Yoga Intensive w/Dawn Yager−Sat, 2-6pm, & Sun, 3-7pm. A practice changing 2 day intensive that will challenge you physically while reaching new levels of calm mentally. Created for the yogi that is ready to broaden their view of the poses in a profound way. Includes Asana/ transitions/drishti/bandhas, energetic anatomy, concentration & meditation, philosophy. $75.

843-467-5444, ShantiMyrtleBeach.com.

SEPTEMBER 16-21 Wholeness/Holiness Retreat for Women: Opening Minds & Hearts w/Margie Hosch.

Retreat to bring together the spiritual and psychological aspects of life. Women who participate will develop a new sense of inner strength and self-nurturing through daily spiritual direction, counseling, creative expression, and prayer. Limited to seven participants.

Springbank Retreat for Eco-Spirituality and the Arts, 1345 Springbank Rd., Kingstree. $650 fee includes lodging and meals. 843-382-9777, SpringbankRetreat.org.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 Past Life Regression Hypnosis Seminar w/Mike Oglesbee−6-8pm. Explore your past lives for fun, curiosity, or to enhance your life by tapping into hidden potentials that are lurking within. Mike will guide you through a deep state of hypnosis allowing you to explore many different lives that you have lived. $50 per person. Only 10

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seats avail. Pre-register at 843-957-6926. 196B Stonebridge Dr. MB. MaximizedMind.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 Monthly Psychic Fair−10am-4pm. Mediums, Psychics, Medical Intuitives, Tarot Cards, Angel Cards, Numerology, Past Life Readings, Spirit

classifieds BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY RECRUITING NOW. Wellness Coaches.

Work from Home or Office, PT or FT, No prior experience necessary, full and ongoing training.

Join our team. Call Linda for the next Health & Wealth business orientation. 843-424-9586

FOR RENT SPACE FOR HEALING Practitioners.

Unity, a spiritual center for peace education, welcomes inquiries. Offer terms for space required, frequency of use and cost range.

843-238-8516 info@unitymyrtlebeach.org UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

AFFORDABLE SHARED SPACE in a newly renovated center in a central Myrtle Beach location. Beautifully furnished, clean working environment – pay for space only when you use it ! Perfect for practitioners of massage, acupuncture, acupressure, those who teach workshops, have a skill to demonstrate or want to conduct trainings/classes, either on a onetime only or ongoing basis. Monthly permanent rentals include being a featured practitioner on our website, announcements and newsletters.

Call The Yoga Room: 843-450-9402 or email mbyogaroom@gmail.com for more information and/or a guided tour of our facilities.

FOR SALE VICTORIAN PINK VELVET ROOM DIVIDER. One of a kind, $375. Eclectica, 101385 Beach Dr SW, Calabash, NC 910-508-8574..

MISC Free Zyto Scan - a biofeedback that tells if your body is lacking in an essential oil. Call for details and consult. Modern Cleansing in Myrtle Beach, 843-828-4665

VOLUNTEERS SC-CARES SANCTUARY VOLUNTEERS willing and able to do odd jobs for lots of furry hugs and kisses as payment...18 years or older or with chaperon. SC-CARES is a nonprofit no-kill shelter for exotic animals. Support by donating time and love. Lisa 843-546-7893, info@sc-cares.org.

VO L U N T E E R W I T H T H E W E L L N E S S C O U N C I L f o r S C t o d a y.

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to be subjects for Chios or Reiki healing classes from supervised students. Renée, 843-241-0609, 4810 N Kings Hwy, MB.

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Guide Readings, Aura Photography, Reflexology, Reiki & more. Door prizes. Free admission. Check out the expanded Metaphysical Bookstore & Giftshop, now carrying exotic incense, smudging supplies, crystals, gemstones & the beautiful artwork of Bill Strydesky & Sharon Willick, with 15% off everything on Fair Day. Life in Balance Spiritual Wellness Center, 4347 Big Barn Dr, LR. 843-421-6717, LifeinBalanceCenter.org.

Prenatal Yoga Workshop w/Lyndsay Bahn Trimble−11am-1:30pm. A combination of yoga postures, breathwork & meditation > to help pregnant women cope with pregnancy, labor and the postpartum body. Also, helpful hints and some birth education including nutrition and holistic methods to keep your body healthy. For moms and birth coaches. $25 417 79th Avenue N, Suite E, MB. 843-333-2656, lyndsay@secretlotusyoga. com; SecretLotusYoga.com.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 Lift, Drag and other Life Lessons” w/Guest Speaker: Wayne Mumford, attorney, Founder of Mumford Institute−11am. Leads Sunday service.

The Mumford Institute was founded to explore the role of energy based universal laws in our life experiences via relationships, money and religion.

Mumford is a public speaker, pilot and author of Unlock the Secrets to Success, Laws that Make the World Go Round. Unity Christ Church of MB, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, 843 238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Free Spiritscents Essential Oil Workshop w/ Psychic Lisa Ann, psychic medium, intuitive healer, ordained minister, author, TV host and speaker−1-3pm. The scents and therapeutic properties of essential oils have an amazing effect of the body, mind and spirit. Learn how to use essential oils, receive info on the top 5, take a chakra test to see which chakra oil is best for you, and try all of the oils in the line. Take a sample home, and admission is free. Preregister at 845355-8022 or email psychiclisaann@gmail.com.

Life in Balance Spiritual Wellness Center, 4347 Big Barn Dr, Big Barn Center, LR.843-421-6717, LifeinBalanceCenter.org.

Balance Your Life and Clear Your Energy w/Galina Ross, Sacred Heart Healer/Teacher, IHAI−3-5pm. Energy of the Sacred Heart Healing, sound healing and meditation will help you to balance your chakras, release the pain, feel harmony and peace, feel better fast and live happier, abundant and productive lives.

Receive healing blessing/energy & a recorded CD with balancing meditations. Pre-registration req. $25. Life in Balance Spiritual Wellness Center, 4347 Big Barn Dr, LR. 843-421-6717, LifeinBalanceCenter.org

SEPTEMBER 23-24 Embracing Life Transitions: Deep Work in a Light Way w/Pepper Sarnoff & Faye Townsend. Lifts hearts and minds to greater clarity and lightness and prepares for change and growth. Powerful music, playful movement, and integrative reflection are used to open hearts and invigorate spirits, to connect deeply and richly with one another, to experience joy and renewed creativity. Springbank Retreat for Eco-Spirituality and the Arts, 1345 Springbank Rd., Kingstree.

$200 fee includes lodging and meals. 843-3829777, SpringbankRetreat.org.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 Plant-Based Potluck−12pm. Bring your tastiest dish that has no eggs, dairy or meat and snack on great food provided by others. Just drop in and try out some dishes. Free and open to the public every 4th Tues. Meet new people and share some delicious recipes. Every 4th Tues. Carolina Forest Library, 2250 Carolina Forest Blvd., Myrtle Beach. 843-915-5282, HCML.org.

Love Healing w/Galina Ross, Sacred Heart Healer/Teacher of the IHAI, & Life in Balance Healers & Practitioners−6-8pm. Share and celebrate; support and uplift! Share 2 hours of meditation, energy and sound healing, Angel healing, energy attunements. It’s our time to feel Peace, Love and Oneness! Love donation appreciated. Life in Balance Spiritual Wellness Center, 4347 Big Barn Dr, LR. 843-421-6717, LifeinBalanceCenter.org.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 Astral Projection Seminar w/Mike Oglesbee−68pm. Have you ever wanted to Astral Project but couldn’t seem to figure it out? Hypnosis is the easiest way because you must be in an altered state of consciousness. Mike Oglesbee will guide you on an astral journey of empowerment that will bring to you many gifts to help you throughout your current life journey. $50 per person. Only 10 seats avail. Pre-register at 843-957-6926. 196B Stonebridge Dr. MB. MaximizedMind.com.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 Public Reiki Share–7-9pm. Open to all. For new and experienced practitioners to participate in giving and receiving Reiki in an atmosphere of friendship and love to each other and to attendees. Participating in a share is a beneficial way of honoring one another as healers. Just drop in. Love donations accepted. Life in Balance Spiritual Wellness Center, 4347 Big Barn Dr, LR. 843-421-6717, LifeinBalanceCenter.org.

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 27 Feldenkrais & Your Back w/Heidi McGovern PT, GCFP−1-4:30pm. Through the method’s ingenious and scientifically based movements, we will explore ways to move easier with less pain.

Find ways to expand your personal movement repertoire and create more options. Bring a mat; layered clothes. Possum Trot Rec Center, NMB $35 or $30 for repeaters and class students. Pre register by 9/23 at 843-280-5584. Info: 843-3618436, Heidimcgov@juno.com.

SEPTEMBER 27-29 Bringing Dreams to Life: Avenue to Authentic & Creative Living w/Justina Lasley. Discover ways to remember, record, understand, and follow dreams to gain new awareness and reenergize your life. Learn to use dreams that come as a gift each night and awaken their most authentic, creative, and spiritual selves. CEUs avail. Springbank Retreat for Eco-Spirituality and the Arts, 1345 Springbank Rd., Kingstree. $290 fee includes lodging and meals. 843-382-9777, SpringbankRetreat.org.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 Amazing Affirmations – Change Your Thoughts and Change Your Life w/ Kristi Thompson−10am-Noon. Certified Heal Your Life® Instructor will teach you how to create and use affirmations in every area of your life. This tool will help you feel better and draw more joy and happiness into your life, and help you create the life of your dreams. All supplies provided.

Pre-registration req. $20. Life in Balance Spiritual Wellness Center, 4347 Big Barn Dr, LR. 843-421-6717, LifeinBalanceCenter.org.

Kundalini Yoga & Meditation w/Anahata−1:303:30pm. Fall cleansing and detoxing yoga and meditation workshop with teachings on simple foods, herbal teas. $25, bring friend for free. Yoga in Common, 3062 Deville St, The Market Common, MB, 843-839-9636, YogaInCommon.com.

save the date Unity Vision Benefit Golf Classic Unity Vision Benefit Golf Classic−11:45am sign-in, 12:30pm shotgun start. Heathlands at Legends, 1500 Legends Dr, MB. 18 Holes of Golf-Captain’s Choice Scramble, includes: golf cart, contests for Hole-inOne, Closest to the Pin, Longest Drive, Putting, prize for Best Team Name, special drawing, goodie bags. After Party Tournament Banquet, (guests allowed for $25.) Silent Auction. Total Cost: $85. Portion of proceeds to benefit Hope House for local homeless HS students. Register Online at UnityMyrtleBeach.org/golf/ or call 843-238-8516.

SATURDAY, SEPT 28 Online at UnityMyrtleBeach.org/golf/ or call 843-238-8516.

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 29 Grace Gratitude and Glory w/Susan Boles, LUT, Spiritual Counselor and Facilitator of Oneness Blessings−11am Service. At 1:30-4pm, Susan Boles continues with afternoon workshop: Oneness! Glory to the Divine!” The call to Oneness is found in each religion and spiritual path. The goal of Oneness University is to elevate humanity’s consciousness to greater knowing of Oneness. Susan shares about her journey to India, Oneness University and the Oneness phenomenon sweeping the globe. Love Offering. Unity Christ Church of MB, 1270 Surfside Industrial Park Dr, Surfside, 843 238-8516,UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Crystal & Mineral Basics w/Sharon Willick−13pm. Learn how crystals and minerals facilitate growth, awareness and promote health and wellbeing in everyday life. Understand clear quartz, and basic chakra stones. Choose, cleanse & energize crystals and minerals. Work with stones in a simple body layout to balance and clear the

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chakras and align energy in a healing meditation.

Pre-registration req. $33. Life in Balance Spiritual Wellness Center, 4347 Big Barn Dr, LR. 843-4216717, LifeinBalanceCenter.org.

The Power Mantras & Chanting w/Galina Ross, Sacred Heart Healer/Teacher, IHAI−3:305:30pm. Mantra chanting is called the “sound yoga”, that can lift the believer towards the higher self. Feel like a complete being, mentally and physically. Experience the power and bliss of chanting mantras, & how you can use chanting to improve your balance. Prereg req, $25 first time, $20 after. Life in Balance Spiritual Wellness Center, 4347 Big Barn Dr, LR. 843-421-6717, LifeinBalanceCenter.org.

Tapas Yoga Workshop w/Inlet Yoga−6:308:30pm. Tapas in sanskrit means “to burn”. This workshop will explore ways we can cultivate “tapas” on and off the mat and identify (and ultimately overcome) any obstacles that might stand in our way. Includes an intro and discussion on tapas, a motivational meditation and strong hatha practice. All levels. All will receive a free gift. $20 members, $25 non-members Preregistration is req. 637 D Bellamy Ave, Murrells Inlet, 843-655-6272, InletYogaStudio.com.

looking forward OCTOBER 1-2 “Awareness” through Writing: Expressing from the Heart w/Mary Catherine Harris.

Awaken to a deeper awareness of your inner life through expressive writing. Take time to notice the daily revelations of the Divine through nature and prayerful reflection. Identify and express in writing–both poetry and prose. Springbank Retreat for Eco-Spirituality and the Arts, 1345 Springbank Rd., Kingstree. $200 fee includes lodging and meals. 843-382-9777, SpringbankRetreat.org.

OCTOBER 18-20 AcroYoga Weekend Intensive w/Joe Yonek.

Acro yoga ties together acrobatics, and dance with yoga asana and a yogic consciousness.

20 spaces available, $100 with early bird discount registered before Sept 18. Info: Jodi Geoghan, Mindful Destinations, 312-806-5635,

save the date Butterfly Retreat 4 w/Jennifer Lombardi. Women’s retreat at North Myrtle oceanfront resort.

Wellness seminars & workshops, diet & nutrition, yoga, releasing fears, meditation & past-life regression, painting & wine, fashion & fun, beauty & boudoir photos too! Meals and entertainment. Be empowered, rejuvenated & ready to live your best life. $260 all inclusive, or daily rate.

843-450-0637,

OCTOBER 18-20 843-450-0637, TheButterflyRetreat.com.

MindfulDestinations.com. Yoga in Common, 3062 Deville St, The Market Common, MB, 843839-9636, YogaInCommon.com.

ongoing events sunday Unity Church Sunday Morning Circle w/Susan Boles, LUT & Lesta Sue Hardee, Teacher of Metaphysics−9:30-10:30am. Metaphysical Studies, Spiritual DVDs with dialog. Love Offering. Unity Church, 1270 Surfside Ind Pk Dr, Surfside, 843238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Bookstore for the Miracle Minded–10am-1pm.

Books on healing, spirituality, personal growth, wellness; metaphysics as well as beautiful, unique gift items. Unity Christ Church, 1270 Surfside Industrial Pk Dr, Surfside, 843-238-8616, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Unity Church Celebration Service w/Rev Margaret Hiller & guest speakers−11am. Prayer, meditation, song, messages & family. Music with the Unity Band. Youth programs every Sunday.

Unity Church, 1270 Surfside Ind Pk Dr, Surfside, 843-238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Oneness Blessing w/Unity Blessing Givers– 12:20pm. Held in Peace Chapel after the regular service. Love Offering. Unity Christ Church, 1270 Surfside Industrial Pk Dr., Surfside, 843238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Intro to Yoga w/Maribeth–1-2pm. Designed to bring the absolute beginner a framework for practicing yoga and to refresh the foundation for already practicing yogis. Strong emphasis on fundamentals, breath, form and alignment.$50 for 4 week series, walk-in $15. 637 D Bellamy Ave, MI. 843-655-6272, InletYogaStudio.com.

Anna Forrest-Style Vinyasa Yoga w/Jo Ducey– 6:15-7:30pm. An all-levels class. $15 drop in or passes accepted. Yoga in Common, 3062 Deville St, Market Common, 843-839-9636, YogaInCommon.com.

monday Free Health Analysis at Conway Laser-Like Lipo−9:30am-Noon. Free printed results of your health status: tests and analysis of your body fat ratio, Body Mass Index, hydration level, metabolic age, caloric intake and more. By appt: 843347-7546, Conway Laser-Like-Lipo. 235 Singleton Ridge Rd Ste A, Conway, ConwayLaserLikeLipo. com.

Zumba w/Marissa–9:30-10:30am. Everyone is welcome. Call ahead to reserve spot. Bring water and towel plan to sweat. Caution-you may have a great time burning many calories. 5$ per class. 843-602-7581 MarissaAustin.Zumba.com.

Advanced Alternative Health 4620 Dick Pond Rd (544). AAHealth.info.

Bokwa® Fitness at Brickhouse Cardio Club– 11am. Bokwa® is different and for everyone!

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If you can move and you can spell, you can do Bokwa®. No choreography and no counting steps. Participants draw letters and numbers with their feet while moving together to the music of high energy top 40’s hits. $5. Brickhouse Cardio Club, 510-C Hwy 17, Surfside. Linda Calvanico, 843-655-0839, FitnessPartieZ.com.

Chair Yoga w/Christine–11:30am. Perfect for seniors or those with illness or injury and limited range of motion. This class will help flexibility, mobility, balance and will stretch and strengthen your joints and muscles. Light meditation and breathing exercises will teach you to relax and give you a more positive outlook.

Beginning 9/9. $10 drop in, discounted passes avail. The Yoga Room and Healing Art CoOp. 196C Stonebridge Dr, MB. 843-450-9402, MyrtleBeachYogaRoom.com.

Tae Bo® w/It Works Fitness–5:30pm. Certified Tae Bo class. $8. Call ahead to reserve spot.

Advanced Alternative Health, 4620 Dick Pond Rd (544), 843-333-0279, AAHealth.info.

Kripalu Yoga w/Penny–7-8:15pm. Gentle stretching & Restorative yoga, with breathing techniques, warm-ups, postures, meditation & relaxation. Kripalu teacher. Suggested $10 love offering. Unity Christ Church, Surfside. 843-9021416, pennyoga@aol.com.

Psychic Development & Meditation w/Psychic Lisa Ann−7-9pm. Psychic medium, intuitive healer, minister, author, TV host & speaker, covers topics and uses guided meditations custom designed for the group. Sacred Space, Grounding & Protection, Prayer of Protection, Clearing negativity, Quieting the Mind, Chakras, Journaling, Automatic Writing, Connecting with your Angels and Guides, Crystals, Pendulums, Psychometry, Readings and Connecting with Loved Ones. Exercises will include Aura Cleansing, Guided Meditation, Chakra Balancing, Automatic Writing for yourself, and Practice Readings. Life in Balance Spiritual Wellness Center, 4347 Big Barn Dr, Little River. 843-4216717, LifeinBalanceCenter.org.

Buddhist Study Group−7:30pm. Myrtle Beach Karma Kagyu Tibetan Buddhist study group offers a 7 wk course, “Intro to Buddhism”.

Group meditation & meditation instruction. Free, donations accepted, not req. Forestbrook Area, MB. Info: 843-655-8056, myrtlebeachkksg@aol. com, KagyuStudySC.info.

tuesday Weight Loss Challenge w/Inlet Nutrition. AM and PM classes avail. Weekly prizes, coaching support, nutritional topics, free metabolism test and more. $35 fee to join. Cash prizes awarded at the end of the challenge. Rules in place for accountability.

Now registering for the Fall challenge. 2 locations: Murrells Inlet & Georgetown. New Class in September, but can join any week. Linda: 843-4249586.

Awareness Through Movement, Feldenkrais® Method w/Heidi McGovern PT GCFP−1011am. To feel better, move easier, look younger & release stress. Scientifically based non-habitual movements capitalize on the brain’s capacity to

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change. $10 per class or pay by month for $10 discount. Bring a mat. Possum Trot Rec Center in NMB. 843-361-8436, heidimcgov@juno.com, HeidiMcGovern.com.

Gentle Vinyasa/Slow Flow w/Lyndsay Bahn Trimble−11am-12:15pm. A restorative, indulgent flow of postures designed to calm the mind and relax and tone the body. For all levels and bodies. $15 or class passes accepted. 417 79th Avenue N, Suite E, MB. lyndsay@secretlotusyoga.com; 843333-2656; SecretLotusYoga.com.

Restorative Yoga w/Christine–6pm. Candlelight, soft music, aromatherapy, inspirational readings and guided relaxation using props, bolsters, eye pillows, and blankets. For those who have anxiety, depression, insomnia, illness, recovering from surgery or are otherwise feeling weakened.

No experience necessary. $15, discounted pass classes avail. The Yoga Room and Healing Art Co-Op. 196C Stonebridge Dr, MB. 843-4509402, MyrtleBeachYogaRoom.com.

Awareness Through Movement, Feldenkrais® Method w/Heidi McGovern PT GCFP−6:307:30pm. New class starts 6/4. To feel better, move easier, look younger & release stress. Scientifically based non-habitual movements capitalize on the brain’s capacity to change. $10 per class or pay by month for $10 discount. Bring a mat. Possum Trot Rec Center in NMB. Preregister at 843-280-5584, heidimcgov@juno.com, HeidiMcGovern.com.

wednesday Free Metabolism Test w/Linda Sacchetti. Find out your body fat %, pounds of body fat, lean body weight & what your targets should be, by individual appt in MB. Info: Linda, 843-424-9586.

Revitalize Your Beauty Free Spa Beauty Facial w/Linda Sacchetti. Defy aging for younger looking skin with antioxidants, aloe vera, and glucosamine. Includes a light weight clay mask to improve texture, tone, and firming. By individual appt in Murrells Inlet and MB. Info: Linda, 843424-9586. $5 Yoga w/Tricia Reich−8:30-9:30am. Practice with us and enjoy the benefits of yoga as you exercise your body, mind, and spirit. Leave class feeling refreshed and relaxed. Beginners welcome.

J Bryan Floyd Community Center, 1030 Possum Trot Rd, NMB. 843 280-5570, tricia.reich@live. com, Facebook.com/YogaByTricia.

Free Health Analysis at Conway Laser-Like Lipo−9:30am-Noon. Free printed results of your health status: tests and analysis of your body fat ratio, Body Mass Index, hydration level, metabolic age, caloric intake and more. By appt: 843-3477546, Conway Laser-Like-Lipo. 235 Singleton Ridge Rd Ste A, Conway, ConwayLaserLikeLipo. com.

Zumba w/Marissa–9:30-10:30am. Everyone is welcome. Call ahead to reserve spot. Bring water and towel plan to sweat. Caution-you may have a great time burning many calories. 5$ per class. 843-602-7581 MarissaAustin.Zumba.com.

Advanced Alternative Health 4620 Dick Pond Rd (544). AAHealth.info.

Organic and Natural Buying Co-op w/

Katie O’Dea-Horne–10am-6pm. Back to Basics Natural and Organic Co-Op for low prices on those expensive health food store products. Every Wednesday, 315 Main St, Ste 2B, 843-241-4349, katieanne32376@yahoo. com,BackToBasicsCoop.com.

Bookstore for the Miracle Minded–11am-4pm.

Books on healing, spirituality, personal growth, wellness; metaphysics as well as beautiful, unique gift items. Unity Christ Church, 1270 Surfside Industrial Pk Dr., Surfside, 843-238-8616, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Bender Barre Method® at Brickhouse Cardio Club–11am-Noon. A quality strength conditioning program that infuses ballet, yoga, and Pilates for a fun yet effective workout without the need of a ballet bar therefore keeping the class safe and affordable. No prior dance or fitness experience required. $5. Brickhouse Cardio Club, 510-C Hwy 17, Surfside. Linda Calvanico, 843655-0839, FitnessPartieZ.com.

Brown Bag Lunch & Book Group w/Rev. Margaret Hiller & Friends–12:30-1:30pm, based on book The Unteathered Soul by Michael Singer. Love Offering. Unity Christ Church, 1270 Surfside Industrial Pk Dr., Surfside, 843-2388516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Contemplative Mid-Week Unity Service w/ Rev Margaret Hiller & guest speakers−5:306:30pm. Meditative music, silence, brief message, meditation. Unity Church, 1270 Surfside Ind Pk Dr, Surfside, 843-238-8516, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Tae Bo® w/It Works Fitness–5:30pm. $8. Call ahead to reserve spot. Advanced Alternative Health 4620 Dick Pond Rd (544) 843-333-0279.

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Zumba Fitness® at Brickhouse Cardio Club–67pm. Ditch the workout for Latin-based, dancefitness program. Party yourself into shape. No prior dance or fitness experience req. $5. Brickhouse Cardio Club, 510-C Hwy 17, Surfside. Linda Calvanico, 843-655-0839, FitnessPartieZ.com.

Guided Meditation–6:15-6:45pm. Everyone welcome. By donation. Yoga in Common, 3062 Deville St, Market Common, 843-839-9636, YogaInCommon.com.

Oneness Blessing−6:30–8pm. (not 1st Wed of the mo), Unity Peace Chapel, Love Offering Unity Church, 1270 Surfside Ind Pk Dr, Surfside, 843238-8516 UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

thursday Fit Club w/ Linda Sacchetti−8:30-9:30am. Have fun, get moving to a healthier active lifestyle, bring a friend. All fitness levels. Meet every Thursday to exercise followed by a recovery drink & stretching. Must preregister. 843-424-9586.

Gentle Morning Yoga w/Penny–9-10:15am. For all levels & all bodies. Variations on postures for those with medical problems. Suggested love offering $5. Call Penny, certified Kripalu Yoga teacher, 843-902-1416, pennyoga@aol.com.

Unity Christ Church, 1270 Surfside Industrial Pk Dr., Surfside, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Chairs/Bones For Life® w/Heidi McGovern PT, BFLT−10-11am. Classes done in a chair or standing. Support your bones with easy to learn exercises developed by Ruthy Alon. Learn what your bones respond to & have fun doing it. $10. per class or pay by the month for a $10 discount.

Possum Trot Rec Center in NMB. 843-361-8436, heidimcgov@juno.com, HeidiMcGovern.com.

Light of Day Meetup w/Rev. Jeanne Porter Ashley−10-11:30am. A Spiritual Metaphysical dialogue group. Rev. Jeanne brings a lifetime of experiences to the table. A decades-long meditation participant in the Buddhist, Vipassana, and chanting traditions, she is also an experienced, skilled Deepak Chopra workshop facilitator.

Topics are from group suggestions. $3. Life in Balance Spiritual Wellness Center, 4347 Big Barn Dr, Little River. Schedule: 843-877-6607, Info: 843-421-6717, LifeinBalanceCenter.org.

Ovis Hill Farmers Market in Florence−4-7pm.

Local farm products, grass-fed beef, lamb, poultry, eggs, dairy & seasonal organic vegetables. At parking lot, 2519 W Palmetto St, Florence. Info: Charlie, 843-992-9447, OvisHillFarm.com.

Intermediate Hatha Yoga Class w/Dawn DiVita−5:30-6:30pm. Dive into your yoga practice with challenge and ease, some experience is encouraged along with opening to explore. $12 walk in, 10 class pass $96, 4 week unlimited $60.

Yoga DiVita, 4340 Big Barn Dr. #108, Little River. 843-283-2827, dmdivita@yogadivita.com or YogaDivita.com A Course in Miracles w/Marc Breines–6:308pm. Brienes helped with the first printing of ACIM and the first groups worldwide for ACIM. Love Offering information call 704 309-2415.

Unity Christ Church, 1270 Surfside Industrial Pk Dr, Surfside, UnityMyrtleBeach.org.

Kriya Yoga Meditation Group w/Paula Kenion−6:30-7:15pm. An ongoing meditation group for those interested in learning basic techniques for personal and spiritual growth in a supportive environment. Beginners and advanced meditators are welcome for instruction and support in their practice. $10 per class or discounted passes avail. New meditation CD. 196C Stonebridge Dr, MB, Paula Kenion, MS 843-650-4538, pkenion@ sc.rr.com, spiritualawakening.vpweb.com.

Indian Stories w/Colleen Kirkpatrick−7-8pm.

A lovely combination of info about Hindi deities and their myths, symbols, and related chants.

Detailed stories, not appropriate for children. $5, annual members free. Yoga in Common, 3062 Deville St, The Market Common, MB. 843-8399636, YogaInCommon.com.

Zumba Fitness® at Brickhouse Cardio Club– 7pm. Ditch the workout for Latin-based, dancefitness program. Party yourself into shape. No prior dance or fitness experience req. $5. Brickhouse Cardio Club, 510-C Hwy 17, Surfside. Linda Calvanico, 843-655-0839, FitnessPartieZ.com. $5 Yoga w/Tricia Reich−7:30-8:30pm. Practice with us and enjoy the benefits of yoga as you exercise your body, mind, and spirit. Leave class feeling refreshed and relaxed. Beginners welcome.

J Bryan Floyd Community Center, 1030 Possum Trot Rd, NMB. 843 280-5570, tricia.reich@live. com, Facebook.com/YogaByTricia.

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Chris Mann in Concert OCTOBER 19, 2013

An Evening of Motown APRIL 5, 2014

MADE IN AMERICA featuring Philip Powell, piano SEPTEMBER 29, 2013

THE GERMAN ROMANTIC SPIRIT

featuring Madalyn and Cicely Parnas, violin and cello NOVEMBER 3, 2013

friday Ashtanga Primary Series w/Lyndsay Bahn Trimble−9-10:45am. Breath work and a powered up, traditional flow of postures linking mind and body together for a mindful moving meditation. All levels with knowledge of sun salutations be prepared to sweat and detoxify. $15 or class passes accepted. 417 79th Avenue N, Suite E, MB. lyndsay@secretlotusyoga.com; 843-333-2656; SecretLotusYoga.com.

Free Health Analysis at Conway Laser-Like Lipo−9:30am-Noon. Free printed results of your health status: tests and analysis of your body fat ratio, Body Mass Index, hydration level, metabolic age, caloric intake and more.

By appt: 843-347-7546, Conway Laser-LikeLipo. 235 Singleton Ridge Rd Ste A, Conway, ConwayLaserLikeLipo.com.

saturday Ovis Hill Farmers Market in Florence−9am2pm. Local farm products, grass-fed beef, lamb, poultry, eggs, dairy & seasonal organic vegetables.

At parking lot, 2519 W Palmetto St, Florence.

Charlie 843-992-9447, OvisHillFarm.com.

Zumba w/Marissa–9-10am. Everyone is welcome. Call ahead to reserve spot. Bring water and towel plan to sweat. Caution-you may have a great time burning many calories. 5$ per class. 843-602-7581 MarissaAustin.Zumba.com.

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MUSICAL NARRATIVE

featuring The Carolina Master Chorale: Jeffrey Jones, baritone JANUARY 19, 2014

AN EVENING AT THE OPERA

featuring Kirstin Chávez, mezzo-soprano (Litchfield Ballet Co.) MARCH 9, 2014

Advanced Alternative Health, 4620 Dick Pond Rd (544). AAHealth.info.

NIA Yoga & Dance Class w/Mary Tyler–9:3010:45am. No experience necessary. Beautiful routines that will be taught to you. Open to men and women. $15 drop in; passes accepted. Yoga in Common, 3062 Deville St, Market Common, 843-839-9636, YogaInCommon.com.

Saturday Specials for Readings & Healings−10am-4pm. Stop in or call the Center for details. Call for individual appts. Sandra Walter: 843-267-9332, Intuitive Healer, Psychic & Certified Hypnotherapist; Kristi Thompson: 843424-8317, Certified Heal Your Life® Instructor & Angel Card Reader ; & Mary Roberts: 843399-5124, Reiki Master, Angel Light Practitioner & Angel Messenger. Life in Balance Spiritual Wellness Center, 4347 Big Barn Dr, Little River, 843-421-6717, LifeinBalanceCenter.org.

Family Yoga−12:45-1:30pm. For busy mothers, dads, grandparents and caretakers looking to get back into their practice, or to try out yoga with your family. Encourage children to learn some of their first yoga poses through play in a fun, nonpressured environment. Welcoming children ages 4 to 9. Members: $40 all 4 sessions preregistered, $12 walk-in. Non-members $50 all 4 sessions preregistered, $15 walk-in. Every Sat in Sept. 637 D Bellamy Ave, Murrells Inlet, 843-655-6272, InletYogaStudio.com.

Children’s Yoga w/Marisha Francis–1:302:15pm. Children may invite their parents or do the class alone. For children ages 5-12. $5 per child or $10 for a whole family. Yogi’s choice style. Yoga in Common, 3062 Deville St, Market Common, 843-839-9636, YogaInCommon.com.

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communityresourceguide Connecting you to the leaders in natural health care and green living in our community. To find out how you can be included in the Community Resource Guide, email GSAds@naturalawakeningsmag.com to request a media kit, or visit our website at GrandStrandHealthyLiving.com.

ACUPUNCTURE ALTERNATIVE HEALTH CLINIC Suzanne Swearengen, DOM, AP 4810 N Kings Hwy, MB 843-692-9243 AlternativeHealthClinicMB.com

Suzanne Swearengen, AP, Dipl.

OM (NCCAOM), is a licensed acupuncture physician and is board certified in both acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. In her work, she strives to provide compassionate care for individuals seeking wholistic solutions for ailments, illnesses and maintenance of good health. Additional modalities include, but are not limited to, craniosacral therapy, homeopathic medicine and cold laser. Over the course of 15 years, she has developed her professional skills through credited courses and seminars in order to best serve her patients. See ad, page 19.

BONE HEALTH HEIDI McGOVERN, PT

Guild Certified Feldenkrais® Practitioner Bones for Life® Teacher/Trainer 843-361-8436 heidimcgov@juno.com HeidiMcgovern.com One can always improve posture and mobility. Bones for Life® and Awareness Through Movement® classes, workshops and private Functional Integration® sessions are offered on the Strand and Florence. CE units available for “Bones” workshops. Heidi brings to her practice 30 years experience and a strong focus on the human drive to live a life of harmony with one’s self and others. See ad, page 23.

CHIROPRACTIC

is to use comprehensive judgment to make the best choices to create an abundant life. See ad, page 19.

FITNESS BRICKHOUSE CARDIO CLUB 510-C Hwy 17 N Surfside Beach 843-655-0839 FitnessPartieZ.com BrickhouseCardio.com

Brickhouse Cardio Club of Surfside Beach is the place to get fit and have fun! We offer a range of group exercise classes, including Zumba®, Zumba Sentao®, Bender Barre®, Bokwa®, yoga and strength conditioning programs, taught by nationally certified fitness instructors. Visit our websites above or "like" us on Facebook at Brickhouse Cardio Club Surfside Beach for calendar, prices and other information.

HYPNOTHERAPY MAXIMIZED MIND

Mike Oglesbee, CAH, MPNLP 843-957-6926 MaximizedMind.com Mike Oglesbee has developed the most powerful and effective system to boost you to success.

Mike utilizes hypnosis, NLP, life coaching, and other traditional psychology methods to provide immediate, positive change within the 90% of the mind known as the subconscious where the root of problems actually exist. Success begins within. Call Mike for a free consultation, or visit MaximizedMind. com for more information. See ad, page 10.

METAPHYSICAL BOOKSTORE & LIBRARY LIFE IN BALANCE SPIRITUAL CENTER 4347 Big Barn Center Little River 843-421-6717 LifeinBalanceCenter.org

Life in Balance is a non-profit educational center where you can find spiritual & metaphysical books and DVDs, meditation or mantra CDs, Josephine Wall greeting cards, Essential Oils, exotic incense, smudging products, candles, or beautiful gemstone and chakra jewelry! We now also carry crystals and gemstones, along with spiritual artwork by Bill Strydesky & Sharon Willick of Gifu Art Xchange! The Center also provides a 500 title Metaphysical Library, offers over 20 educational & practical workshops each month, has a monthly Psychic Fair, and is honored to work with a family of psychics & healers ready to help you move forward on your path and enhance your life experience and facilitate your growth.

NATURAL CHILDBIRTH BEACH BABY’S DOULA SERVICES INC

Pat Burrell, RN, CD, (DONA), WCBE, CLC, CHT 843-213-1393 BeachBabys.org Beach Baby’s provides services to assist families throughout pregnancy, as well as assistance with caring for baby after birth. It provides doula services and baby nurses in Horry, Georgetown and Marion counties. Its services also include rebirthing, wholistic childbirth education and massage.

See ad, page 8.

PSYCHOTHERAPY

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH CLINIC

KENNETH LUX, PHD

Since graduating Life University in 2011, Dr. Jeannine Rummel has been practicing in the Myrtle Beach area. Her patients include newborns to the elderly and all ages in between. It is her goal as a chiropractor to serve and educate her community on what it truly means to be healthy. Rummel's approach

I work with individuals and couples. My approach focuses on trauma resolution. And by trauma I do not mean only major blows and abuses, but also lesser personal shocks, such as humiliations and embarrassments, especially if these have occurred in one’s earlier years. From a spiritual perspective I also try to bring the idea of karma

Dr. Jeannine Rummel 4810 N Kings Hwy, MB 843-692-9243 AlternativeHealthClinicMB.com

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Alternative Health Clinic 4810 N Kings Hwy, MB 843-712-2330

into the picture, and call this karma sensitive psychotherapy. I use a natural conversational approach that is not based on what is referred to as the medical model with its categories of diseases or illnesses, and I have little or no need for psych drugs. Call me for a free phone consultation.

WELLNESS COACH LINDA SACCHETTI

Personal Wellness Coach Murrells Inlet 843-424-9586 or 843-651-9350 As a personal wellness coach, Linda Sacchetti has served the Grand Strand for seven years. My mission is teaching nutrition to promote health and well-being. I provide many services: weight-loss challenge facilitating, wellness evaluations, free metabolism tests, healthy breakfast in-services for businesses, and free personal 1-1 coaching for weight loss or weight gain. Join my team!

Training provided. See ad, page 14.

YOGA INLET YOGA STUDIO 637 D Bellamy Rd Murrells Inlet 843-655-6272 InletYogaStudio.com

Inlet Yoga is dedicated to serving yoga students at every level of their personal practice, offering classes seven days a week from beginner to advanced. Classes include Ashtanga, Hatha, Gentle, Boomer, Hot, Prenatal and Restorative. Our $5 community class on Saturdays, from 11am-12 pm, is followed by a free meditation class 12-12:30 pm that benefits the Coastal Carolina Animal Rescue of Murrells Inlet. Come breathe, empower and transform yourself at Inlet Yoga.

LIVE OAK YOGA STUDIO

Karyl Tych, Certified Iyengar Teacher 9904A N Kings Hwy Myrtle Beach 843-340-YOGA (9642) LiveOakYogaStudio.com Come to Live Oak Yoga Studio to study Iyengar yoga known for its emphasis on clear methodical instruction, correct alignment, and the use of props. You’ll receive individual attention in each class. The studio is fully equipped including a rope wall.

Karyl Tych, a certified Iyengar yoga teacher, has studied with B.K.S. Iyengar in India.

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SECRET LOTUS YOGA & HEALING ARTS

417 79th Avenue N, Ste E (upstairs) Myrtle Beach 843-333-2656 SecretLotusYoga.com Secret Lotus offers Ashtanga Vinyasa for all levels and body types ranging from beginner to advanced, challenging the breath, mind and body to connect in a powerful union.

Brand new or experienced practitioners welcome! In addition to Ashtanga classes, we offer Ashtanga-influenced prenatal, gentle and Mommy & Me yoga. Also offering massage and Reiki. Mention this ad, and your first class is free.

SHANTI YOGA

3901 N Kings Hwy, Ste 20-A 843-467-5444 ShantiMyrtleBeach.com Shanti Yoga offers Ashtanga (led and mysore), Vinyasa and Hot yoga classes. Free community class every Sunday; all donations benefit h.e.a.r.t. of Myrtle Beach. Each class explores breath, movement and perception. Emphasis on both theory and practice provides students with the necessary foundation to expand in a personal and profound way. See ad, page 23.

YOGA DIVITA

4340 Big Barn Dr., #108 Little River, SC 29566 843.283.2827 dmdivita@yogadivita.com YogaDivita.com

YOGA IN COMMON

3062 Deville St The Market Common, MB 843-839-9636, 843-385-6176 YogaInCommon.com YOGA in COMMON offers classes during a wide variety of hours, seven days per week. We welcome all students—new or those returning to yoga. Our schedule is also great for those who want to practice daily. Visit our website or follow us on Facebook to keep up with our wellness gatherings and special events.

YOGA TEACHER TRAINING ALLISON DENNIS COLLINS, E-RYT 500 & NC LMBT #6786 Heart of Yoga School 919-929-8961 OmBlueSky@gmail.com HeartOfYogaSchool.com AllisonDennisCollins.com

Heart of Yoga School Teacher Training, near Sunset Beach, NC. Yoga Alliance Registered 200-hour and 300-hour trainings offered in seasonal five-day modules. 200 hour starts in October 2013: advanced 300-hour course begins in May 2014. You can take more than one year to complete, and you can register for just one module. Call for location and fees.

Yo g a D i Vi t a i s a wa r m , welcoming environment for all to come together. A place to be with ease, breathe with clarity, and move with grace.

The multidisciplinary studio is the home of certified teachers in many forms of yoga; Hatha, Anusara, Warm Vinyasa, Restorative, Yin, and more. Classes held Monday through Saturday, mornings and evenings, ages 13 and wiser.

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