If you’ve never heard of Tai Chi, it may sound quite mysterious or esoteric. The truth? After the stress of the past year, our health and emotions have been brought slightly (or majorly) out of whack. We could all benefit from some peace of mind and gentle healing. There’s never been a better time to try […]
By Haven Staff We offer a variety of options that will help you reach your wellness goals. At Haven on the Lake, you will find several ongoing Pilates classes such as Mat Essentials, Mat Enhanced, and Mat Chair. We also offer small group training classes as well as private and duet classes for a fee. […]
By Gabrielle Sulc Why should you meditate? Before we can answer that question, we have to clarify something: What does meditation mean? Meditation is the practice of allowing the mind to open; it is gaining awareness of the present moment. Though simple, this practice can offer numerous benefits, from stress reduction to greater longevity. The […]
By Tracy Dye Haven on the Lake continues to evolve! The mind body wellness retreat in Downtown Columbia remains the place to go to help you escape the stresses of everyday life while you relax, recover and renew. But we’ve added a range of class options to our schedule in recent years — including barre, […]
Getting started with a yoga practice may seem intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Below are seven foundational yoga poses that are easy to do regardless of your level of experience. Tree Pose Begin in Mountain Pose and shift weight into all four corners of your left foot. Reach down to grab your right […]
Haven’s Summer Workout Challenge Haven on the Lake members are rewarded for their wellness efforts By Tracy Dye Last June, Haven on the Lake’s Summer Workout Challenge tasked its members with the following mission — take as many mind body classes as you can before Thursday, Sept. 7 and receive some very special rewards: Take […]
Pilates helps seniors stay balanced By Tracy Dye For many, the word Pilates spurs images of taut abs and beach-ready bodies. While a toned, lean physique is often a nice side effect of a regular Pilates practice, the origin of this system of exercises is actually one of health and healing. In the 1920s, Joseph […]
Relieve Fibromyalgia Symptoms with Aqua Classes By Tracy Dye If you suffer from fibromyalgia, the prospect of exercise can seem daunting or even impossible. The disorder (which affects approximately 5 million people in the United States each year) is characterized by severe, widespread pain, along with mood issues, cognitive problems, digestive issues and extreme fatigue, […]
Four Ways Yoga is Good for Your Brain By Tracy Dye It is well known that yoga offers a host of physical benefits — but did you know that stretching your muscles can also be good for your brain? Take a look at four ways yoga can help you make some serious headway in your […]
The benefits of music during yoga By Tracy Dye Many people gravitate to music as a way to unwind after a long week. Whether you are the type who enjoys the pulsing beats of dance clubs or the soft melodies of an acoustic set, turning on some tunes can be the perfect way to kickstart […]
