Would it surprise you to learn that the single largest cause of medical discharge from the Armed Forces for people under 40 is arthritis? More specifically, post traumatic osteoarthritis. It’s largely the result of the intensive conditions of the job: Carrying around 60- to 100-pound packs in extreme temperatures; The rigors of basic training; and the autonomic nervous system response …
Featured Sequence: Seva
This time of year is a perfect time to explore a form of yoga other than Hatha. Many people think that Hatha is a style of yoga, but the term actually refers to any practice that combines asana (the postures) with pranayama (applied breathing techniques). This practice comes the form known as Seva Yoga, also called Karma Yoga. It takes place off-the-mat. …