Wednesday, April 30, 2008

If You're Serious About Being Healthy - Get In Front Of A Computer

Marketing companies are constantly inventing new and expensive fads to help us exercise, lose weight and get healthy. But if were really going to get results, its probably just best to do more and more of the things we already enjoy. Frankly there arent any shortcuts to good health and fitness, the only real way to be healthy is through a good diet and good exercise.

To get results, we need to commit to a regular schedule, ideally we should be doing something every day if possible. But whatever our personal circumstances, I dont think theres a single one of us that doesnt find that difficult with so many demands on our time. Of all the choices of exercise available, yoga is perhaps the most versatile, allowing us to exercise almost anywhere, without the need for any special equipment we dont really even need a mat.

This means that we can exercise anytime morning to night, wherever we feel comfortable, at home, at work or in our hotel room when we travel.

For most of us, the limitation of yoga, is also one of its most important aspects. To practice properly, we have to know the postures, and the correct sequence to do them. But now we can all get our own private professional yoga instruction.

Ancient practices, modern technology

the latest technology now allows us to follow video based yoga instruction, without having to buy the videos or DVDs. Instead we can access a full library of videos online at the click of a mouse. Our high-speed computers can stream the videos over the internet to our homes or wherever else we want to practice.

Convenience and quality all the better for us

Having access to a range of different yoga routines and instructors gives us the benefits of going to class, without the hassle or its limitations. Online yoga classes give us:

  • Yoga instruction on demand so we can practice yoga according to our own schedules. Fit a session in before work, at lunch or in the evening theres no need to check your yoga center's class schedules.
  • Yoga wherever you are No need to fight traffic, pay for parking or even make a special trip to our yoga center. We can just practice at the click of our mouse, wherever we feel comfortable. Even our hotel room when you travel.
  • Clear visual and audio instruction Using the same technology as the Hollywood movie studios, we can get full screen, High Definition (HD) quality streaming video online. We dont need to wait and we dont even need to waste electricity downloading the videos overnight. Its as convenient as putting on a DVD.
  • More health improving yoga poses Having access to a library of online videos means we get a wide range of routines and a greater range of yoga poses and their unique benefits to your body and mind - just like you'd get in class.
  • The highest quality yoga instruction - All yoga instructors have unique styles and quality standards. Don't let your development be limited by the instructors in your area, get access to yoga instruction like you've never experienced before.
So although its still more desirable to attend a class to practice yoga, were all limited by the practicalities of life and the teaching available in our areas. With the latest technology it just gets easier and more convenient for all of us to share in the joys of yoga.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Jez Heath is helping real people learn yoga online so they can make the commitment necessary to improve their yoga and their health - mind, body and soul. Learn how yoga streaming video can help you transform your life

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Holidays in Fermanagh - 10 Great Walks

If you are thinking of coming to Fermanagh on holiday, the chances are you will be looking for some kind of outdoor activity. Why not pack your walking shoes and explore some of the 25 walks in this beautiful County. The walks take in some of the National Trust properties as well as the area known as "the best view" in Ireland. Here are a selection.

CastleCoole

Just outside the town of Enniskillen, this gentle walk takes in the National Trust estate of Castle Cool, home of the 6th Earl of Belmore and his family. The walk winds through the Beech walk and takes in stunning views of this Neo-classical Mansion. Just under 5 kilometers.

Castle Archdale

Leaving Enniskillen and taking the Kesh road, you wlll find the historic Castle Archdale. Both a forest walk with a marina on Lower Lough Erne, this location has the remains of a Castle dating back to the early 17th century. Castle Archdale was aslo an RAF station during the Second World War and was a base for flying boats. The walk travels through the forest and also along the edge of the lough. Just under 6 kilometers.

Lough Navar, Magho Cliffs

Around 20km outside Enniskillen going towards Belleck, you will find Lough Navar. Stunning views over the Lower Lough Erne at the summit, although this forest walk is not for the faint-hearted, the views are definitely worth the effort. Just over 4 kilometers.

Conagher Forest

Between Derrygonnelly and Garrison, this circular route takes you through open moorland and areas of wild heather. A walk through a nature reserve and interesting features because of the limestone rock. Guided walks are available and this walk requires good footwear. 4kilometers.

Big Dog Forest

A beautiful walk near Knockmore which shows the diversity of Fermanagh landscape and includes some old folklore. Covering moorland and mountain lakes, this walk is both charming and enjoyable. Big Dog along with Little Dog were reportedly dogs of Finn MacCool who were turned into stone by a local witch! Just over 4 kilometers.

Ballintempo Forest

Another circular walk which takes in waterfalls and an historic neolithic monument. Ballintempo lies to the east of Enniskillen towards Boho.Through conifer forest you will also pass many small lakes. Just over 12 kilometers.

Belmore Forest

In the midst of Fermanagh's cave country, you will pass a quarry where there is an impressive waterfall which has gouged out a pothole known locally as "hole of the Doves". Just over 7 kilometers.

florence Court

This walk takes in the grounds of the National Trust property florence Court, former home of the Earl of Enniskillen and his family. This circular walk takes in some interesting terrain and views of Topped Mountain and the Clogher Valley. Just over 6 kilometers.

Crom Estate

A beautiful walk around the Crom Estate the grounds of which is the property of the National Trust. It is an important conservation site as well as giving the walker some valuable historical information about the estate and surrounding area. The walk includes woodland, wetland and lakeland as it borders Upper Lough Erne. Just under 5 kilometers.

The Cuilcag Mountain Way

An impressive and important walk through Cuilcagh Mountain Park, close to Marble Arch. The park was awarded Global Geopark status in 2004. A great deal of restoration of bog and peatland has been carried out and part of the walk will take you over a special floating road over the restored bogland. This walk, because of the length and terrain is recommended only for experienced walkers or at least walkers with good walking shoes and relatively good health. Just over 15 kilometers.

In Ireland as a whole the best known walking trail and certainly the longest at 560 miles, is the Ulster Way. This famous circular path, now largely waymarked, runs all round Northern Ireland and has other trails coming in to join it, notably from Donegal and Cavan.

Elaine is a business skills trainer as well as a professional coach. Both she and her husband Ken built a house in the beautiful countryside of Brookeborough , County Fermanagh. In 2007 they decided to offer Bed and Breakfast accommodation and are keen to welcome visitors from all over the world to Fermanagh. They would like to share with visitors the diversity of the lovely county as well as the broader beauty of Ireland. For more information have a look at http://www.aislinghousefermanagh.com

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Stand Alone Keyless Access - How Does It Work?

Security and convenience are usually delicately balanced. If something is secure it isnt convenient and vice versa. Its convenient to leave your keys in the ignition, but it isnt secure. Keyless access products offer both aspects in an attractive package.

MECHANICAL KEYLESS LOCKS

All pushbutton locks use a code instead of a key to unlock the door. Older mechanical pushbutton locks work, but they are limited to one working code at a time.

ELECTRONIC KEYLESS LOCKS

MULTIPLE USERS These keyless locks offer the ability to have dozens or hundreds of individual user codes. Each user can be added or deleted without affecting others.

SETTING CODES Adding, deleting or changing user codes is quick and easy. Basic models are programmable at the keypad. You can manage large groups of user codes with software on a laptop or PDA.

AUDIT TRAIL AND TIME ZONES Some models will keep an audit trail of who used or attempted to use the lock and when they used it. Time zones can be set up that tell the lock who is authorized to enter and when they are authorized. Time zones can be set up for specific hours of specific days, shifts, opening and closing times, or to exclude weekends or holidays.

USE EXISTING CREDENTIALS Some units can be equipped to accept various credentials such as swipe cards, proximity cards or fobs, even your own credit card. This allows the integration of Stand Alone Keyless products into existing access control systems, without the expense of changing existing credentials, or added separate credentials for only that lock. This feature can also allow the use of dual credentials for high security applications.

WIRELESS Most stand-alone keyless access units operate on four standard AA batteries, eliminating the need for costly additional wiring and bulky external power supplies to activate the unit. However some can optionally be hardwired when battery power is not practical.

EASY RETROFIT Keyless access products are designed to quickly replace existing lock hardware. The existing holes in the door are re-used and lock designs and finishes complement the existing commercial hardware in your facility.

COMPATIBILITY Keyless locks are made for use with most brands of exit devices, mortise locks, knob/lever locks, deadbolts, etc. Most units allow for emergency key override. This feature can be utilized with a restricted (or high security) key or keyed to match your existing master key system.

I/C PREP The popularity of interchangeable core locking systems (BEST-type) fits right in with these locks. Use your existing control keys and cores to maintain system integrity.

GRADE 1 DEPENDABILITY Heavy-duty commercial locks are rated as Grade 1. Keyless access products in the market today allow you to meet Weatherproof, Grade 1, ADA and Fire Life-Safety requirements. Others are rated Grade 2 for use in standard-duty hardware applications.

Contact your local Locksmith or other Security Professional for complete information.

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