Got yoga?

Anyone into yoga? Certainly there are at least a few people over here at Rosemont who either practice it or are interested in learning more.

Yoga, which means “to unite” in Sanskrit, promotes awareness of the body’s physical and mental partnership. It is a holistic approach that intimately relates the mind, body, breath and spirit as a working totality. Understanding their correlation leads to a connection with universal life energy. The clarity that follows this practice paves the path towards emotional, physical and spiritual development. – The Open Mind Center (Roswell, GA)

Over recent years, it’s popularity within the Unites States has grown at a rapid pace.  I guess more and more people, both men and women, are realizing that there is a real benefit to a strong mind-body connection.

Now there are different styles of yoga that have become popular, each with it’s own specialized benefits.  Hatha, Bikram, Kundalini and Svaroopa are a few.  I believe Hatha is the most popular.  I’m just starting to learn more about yoga myself, so I’m not exactly sure how the styles differ.

There is actually a Hatha yoga class that starts on August 12 here in Roswell.  The class is called “Hot Yoga” because they keep the room temperature between 90F – 105F!  Interested?  You can drop in on a class at The Open Mind Center (1575 Old Alabama Rd., Suite 213) on Thursdays from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30-p.m. and Saturdays from 4:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m.   The cost is only $19 for one class, or you can purchase a pack of classes at a discounted rate.  For more info, call 678-243-5074.

In-Season Produce: Markets near Rosemont

Do you shop for your fresh food and produce locally? If not, you may want to give it some serious consideration. Although today’s global market allows us to buy foods grown almost anywhere in the world at any given time, this option is not the most sustainable.

Buying in-season fruits and vegetables that are locally grown helps to eliminate the environmental damage caused by shipping foods across the country – and in some cases – the world. Not only does your food dollar go directly to the farmers, but you’re able to enjoy the health benefits of eating fresh, better tasting, unprocessed produce. According to the National Resources Defense Council, in-season foods for the state of Georgia (and surrouning areas) include:

Blueberries Cabbage Carrots Greens Snap Beans Strawberries Vidalia Onions Yellow Squash Zucchini Asparagus (Tennessee) Bananas (Florida) Broccoli (Florida, North Carolina) Cantaloupe (Florida) Cauliflower (Florida) Celery (Florida) Chinese Cabbage (Florida) Collards (Tennessee) Cucumber (Florida) Eggplant (Florida) Endive (Florida) Escarole (Florida) Gourds (Tennessee) Grapefruit (Florida) Herbs (Tennessee) Honey (Tennessee) Honeydew Melon (Florida) Indian Corn (Tennessee) Kumquat (Florida)

Leafy greens (North Carolina) Limes (Florida) Mamey Sapote (Florida) Mixed Greens (South Carolina) Mushrooms (Florida, Tennessee) Okra (Florida) Onions (Florida) Oranges (Florida) Papaya (Florida) Peanuts (North Carolina) Pecans* (Alabama) Peppers (Florida) Potatoes (Florida) Radishes (Florida) Scallions (South Carolina) Squash* (Alabama, Florida) Sweet Corn (Florida) Sweet Potatoes * (Alabama, North Carolina) Tangelos (Florida) Tangerines (Florida) Tomatoes (Florida) Watermelon (Florida)

Here is a short list of markets that sell fresh locally grown foods near the Rosemont area. If you can suggest any other markets, leave a comment and let the community know!

Markets near Rosemont

Going Green: Tighten your skin with natural products

Check out this easy Do it Yourself recipe courtesy of The Daily Green…

Lemon Egg-White Mask

• Juice from 1/2 a lemon (strained)
• 1 egg white

Beat together the egg white and lemon juice for 3 minutes.  Apply directly to your face, avoiding the eyes.  Leave on for 30 minutes.  Rinse off with warm water.  Makes 1 application.

Fogelman Management Group is focused on spreading the word about Going Green, a term that signifies the social movement towards environmental conservation, protection and improvement. It’s all about making simple lifestyle choices that will lessen our negative impact on the Earth. Making and using home products with organic materials is just one way to we can make a difference.

Stay tuned to the Rosemont blog throughout the month of April for more tips on how you can play your part.

More than Peanuts & Cracker Jacks: The Benefits of Playing Little League Baseball

Spring is headed our way, and for many families with young kids, that means that its time to pull out the baseball mitts, bats and helmets.  Little league baseball is somewhat like a right of passage in Americana culture.  I remember playing as a kid and I loved it.  I distinctly remember not being able to wait to get to practices and games every week.

As an adult now, I can look back and see some awesome benefits to participating in that type of team activity.  Besides the benefit of real exercise, little league sports teach children…

• Teamwork
• Responsibility
• Communication
• Social skills

If you or you’re child are interested, check out these two little leagues in the Roswell area.  While teams fill up fast, there may still be spots available to get your child involved for the Spring 2010 season!

Roswell Youth Baseball
East Marietta Little League

Keep Moving this Winter

When it’s cold outside, and man has it been cold, it can be very tempting just to lie still under all those blankets. That’s not the best thing to do however, especially with so many of us trying to keep that New Year’s resolution of getting healthier. Just keep moving by taking a nice brisk walk or hitting the gym for an aerobics class. Regardless of which activity you do, just do something and don’t start the year being a couch potato.

For more winter health tips click here.