Due to their modest effects, alternative therapies can be used with — not as a replacement for — standard treatment.
Dallas, TX – Alternative therapies such as aerobic exercise, resistance or strength training, and isometric hand grip exercises may help reduce your blood pressure, according to the American Heart Association.
In a new scientific statement published in its journal Hypertension, the association said alternative approaches could help people with blood pressure levels higher than 120/80 mm Hg and those who can’t tolerate or don’t respond well to standard medications.
 Blood Pressure Check. (American Heart Association)
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Rivers and Spires Festival wraps up today with Activities, Music Galore
April 20, 2013 |
Clarksville, TN – The 11th annual Rivers and Spires Festival concludes today in Historic Downtown Clarksville. The event gets started at 10:00am with food vendors, arts and crafts, and kids’ activities. The Children’s Parade with start at 1:00pm.
There will be acts and music going on five separate stages all day and into the night. And one of the best things about Rivers and Spires, is that it’s free and open to the public.
 CMA Award Winning Jo Dee Messina hits the Rivers and Spires Public Square Stage tonight at 7:00pm. (Jake Harsh)
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Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for March 25th, 2013
Clarksville, TN – The weekly Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department Recreation Report provides Clarksvillians with a glimpse at the activities and events that are available from the Parks and Recreation Department for them to enjoy together as a family.
This weeks highlights include:
- International Line Dancing
- Yoga in the Park
- Trail Cleanup at the Clarksville Greenway!
- Indoor Aquatic Center to host Battleship Canoe Games
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Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department and YMCA to continue Yoga in the Park this Spring
March 11, 2013 |
Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department and the Clarksville YMCA have partnered once again to present Yoga in the Park.
Yoga in the Park is a free, morning yoga class instructed by trained YMCA instructors each Wednesday and Friday beginning April 3rd. «Read the rest of this article»
ShopSmart Magazine lists Five Apps to help with your Workout
January 17, 2013 |
Inexpensive, on-the-go exercise tools for anyone
Yonkers, NY – Creative and innovative fitness classes are popping up everywhere, but some days, there just isn’t time to get to the gym. The March 2013 issue of ShopSmart magazine, from Consumer Reports, features exercise apps that allow users to get in all types of workouts anytime, anywhere.
“Sticking to fitness goals can be a challenge,” said Lisa Lee Freeman, editor-in-chief of ShopSmart. “Having access to workout guides on a smartphone can help you stay on track no matter where you are.” «Read the rest of this article»
Fort Campbell’s Estep Wellness Center’s January Class Schedule
January 15, 2013 |
Fort Campbell, KY – Estep Wellness Center has released their January class schedule. This month they’ve added Tabata on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8:30am. Tabata consists of a workout that will offer you all the benefits of a cardio workout in only 30 minutes.
You’ll also find Zumba Toning on Tuesdays at 10:30am and Circuit on Thursdays at 5:45pm, as well as a full calendar of other great classes throughout the month. «Read the rest of this article»
Fort Campbell’s Estep Wellness Center November Class Schedule
November 1, 2012 |
Fort Campbell, KY – Estep Wellness Center has released their November class schedule.
In addition to their regular classes, they’ve added Moga with Mandy on Mondays at 8:00am; Circuit Training with Kristin on Fridays at 8:00am; Box Mania on Mondays at 2:15pm; Yoga on Wednesdays at 2:15pm; Circuit Training on Thursdays at 2:15pm; Cycle on Fridays at 2:15pm; Yoga on Thursdays at 4:30pm; and PIYO on Tuesdays at 5:45pm.
Estep also has some special activities planned for this month! On November 3rd from 8:00am until 4:00pm they’ll be holding a “Sampler Spectacular”. This day is sure to offer a full day of fat blasting fun as Estep will be jam packed with five of their top classes: Turbo Kick, Box Mania, PIYO, Zumba, and Indoor Cycle. «Read the rest of this article»
Fort Campbell’s Estep Wellness Center Invites You to Freaky Fitness Promo-Day
October 25, 2012 |
Fort Campbell, KY – Estep Wellness Center is hosting a Freaky Fitness Promo-Day on Wednesday, October 31st. All day Wednesday, Estep will be filled with funky spirit!
Join us for a full day of classes where you can choose from Pilates, Turbo Kick, Zumba/Latin Step, Power Cycle, Belly Burn, Meditative Stretch, Zumba or Yoga for only $3.00 each. «Read the rest of this article»
Fort Campbell’s Estep Announces October Classes and Specials
October 8, 2012 |
Fort Campbell, KY – Estep Wellness Center has updated their classes for October. Circuit Training at 4:30pm will be held on October 16th only but you will now find Turbo Kick every Tuesday from 4:30pm until 5:30pm.
Saturday morning now includes Yoga, Moga, and Pilates at 7:15am; Cycle at 8:30am; Total Pump at 9:45am and Zumba at 11:00am. Each of these classes will last 60 minutes. Box Mania was such a hit that it’s been added to the regular schedule on Thursdays at 5:45pm. «Read the rest of this article»
Come out to Movies in the Park tonight for the showing of Inception
August 18, 2012 |
Clarksville, TN – Come out tonight and join Clarksville Parks and Recreation at the Heritage Park Soccer fields for this month’s Movies in the Park event, featuring the 2010 American science fiction and action film – “Inception”- rated PG-13. Parental supervision is strongly recommended due to language and sexual content.
Arrive early to save your spot and check out this year’s new wellness feature, “Move Before the Movies,” featuring Yoga, presented by Clarksville Parks & Recreation, the YMCA of Clarksville, and the Mayor’s Fitness Council.

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