Yoga Asanas
In the practice of Yoga, a very common term one will hear on a regular basis is that of the asanas. In all simplicity, an asana is the positions that one holds throughout the practice of the art form. They are developed in order to help one maintain their well-being as well as cleanse both their body and mind. Furthermore, not only do asanas refer to the actual positions utilized in practice of Yoga, but may also refer to a seated but firm position. In the old days, Yoga used to be nothing more then a simple seated position. Over the ...
Yoga Benefits
Many people are turning to Yoga as part of their everyday exercise plan. The reason for this is simply because of the many great Yoga benefits which one can avail. Of course we cannot forget to mention that Yoga is also a lot easier to perform then many other exercise programs out there which makes just about anyone perfect for this form of exercise. Yoga is known for its cleansing abilities that help one feel better as well as gain some peace in their life. It has been shown to extremely helpful for sufferers of many different disorders and is now ...
Sun Salutation
One of the most common and perhaps one of the most important positions in the practice of Yoga is known as the sun salutation. Of course this is just a generic name that has been given to it; the real name is Sury Namaskara. The sun salutation consists of a total of 12 different postures that alternate from the back to the front and features both stretched as well as bent positions. This particular part of Yoga runs the spinal column through its full range of motion. It helps to better oxygenate the body which results in improved detoxification and just ...
Prenatal Yoga
When it comes to being pregnant, every mother-to-be would like to continue staying in the best possible physical shape. Unfortunately for them, many different exercise programs out there are just too harsh to perform throughout one’s pregnancy. Prenatal Yoga however, is not. Irregardless of whether you are an experienced Yoga practitioner or just getting involved in it, Prenatal Yoga has so many great benefits, not only for the mother, but also for the unborn child. It is important though that you keep in mind, you will have to follow by certain guidelines to get the most out of Prenatal Yoga without ...
Pranayama
When it comes to practicing Yoga, many beginners will hear one term over and over again so it is a good point to cover it. The term we are referring to is that of pranayama. It is actually composed of two separate Sanskrit word which can be loosely translated to breath control, or breathing control. In practicing Yoga, one of the fundamentals in any pose is the pranayama; one’s ability to control their breathing throughout the pose. In its most fundamental form, it allows the practitioner to focus on the breathing allowing them to get the most out of the poses. While ...
Power Yoga
In recent years, a new form of Yoga has been becoming increasingly popular. This new form is known simply as Power Yoga and it is a fitness based approach to the Ashtanga style of Yoga. For those familiar with Yoga, will know that Yoga is mostly about stretching and holding poses as a means of improving one’s self. The introduction of the fitness based Power Yoga means that you will also be able to get many of the physical fitness benefits of this practice as well. It was back in the 1990s when Power Yoga was first introduced by teachers who ...
Hatha Yoga
Since the 15th century, Hatha Yoga has been a popular choice for many practitioners around the world. It was Yogi Swatmarama who introduced it originally as a preparatory stage of purification. If one wants to achieve a higher meditative state, he or she must practice Hatha Yoga in order to do so. It makes use of most of the same poses that are found in many Yoga disciplines. In order for one to truly attain a heightened state which is a necessity in order to meditate, one needs to cleanse their body of toxins as well as cleanse their soul spiritually. ...
Kundalini Yoga
In the practice of Yoga, the beginner knows nothing more then the concept of Yoga itself. But after a while, you begin to realize that there are many different forms of Yoga which have been developed over the years by various masters. Not every form is right for every person and some people will benefit more from one style then another. Kundalini Yoga is one of those such styles which you can practice. It is considered to be both a meditative as well as physical form of the art which is most closely associated with Hatha Yoga; it consists of a ...
Bikram Yoga
In the practice of Yoga, there are only a few major styles regularly practiced in the West. The most common form which most people constitute as Yoga is known as Hatha. The other major form is known as Bikram Yoga. Bikram Yoga is known by those in the practice as a hot style of the art in which one generally practices this form in temperatures greater then 105°F and with humidity levels in excess of 40%. There are a total of 27 different postures used in this style and the average class will last an hour and a half. It was originally ...
Ashanta Yoga
In Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga is considered to be one of the oldest styles still practiced today. It can be dated back to the ancient texts, Yoga Korunta, which were compiles many centuries ago. In both Indian forms of wrestling and British forms of gymnastics, one can find various aspects of Ashtanga Yoga. Also known as Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, this style was developed by Krishnamacharya whose teachings have held a considerable amount of influence on most styles taught today. In its original use, Krishnamacharya developed Ashtanga Yoga while working under the Maharaja of Mysore. It was at this time that he developed ...
Beginning Yoga
Yoga Asanas
In the practice of Yoga, a very common term one will hear on a regular basis is that...
Sun Salutation
One of the most common and perhaps one of the most important positions in the practice...
Pranayama
When it comes to practicing Yoga, many beginners will hear one term over and over...
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Yoga Benefits
Many people are turning to Yoga as part of their everyday exercise plan. The reason...
Prenatal Yoga
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Power Yoga
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Hatha Yoga
Since the 15th century, Hatha Yoga has been a popular choice for many practitioners around the world. It was Yogi Swatmarama who introduced it originally as a preparatory stage of purification. If one wants to achieve a higher meditative state, he or she must practice Hatha Yoga in order to do so. It makes use of most of the same poses that are found... [Read more of this review]
Kundalini Yoga
In the practice of Yoga, the beginner knows nothing more then the concept of Yoga itself. But after a while, you begin to realize that there are many different forms of Yoga which have been developed over the years by various masters. Not every form is right for every person and some people will benefit more from one style then another. Kundalini Yoga... [Read more of this review]
Bikram Yoga
In the practice of Yoga, there are only a few major styles regularly practiced in the West. The most common form which most people constitute as Yoga is known as Hatha. The other major form is known as Bikram Yoga. Bikram Yoga is known by those in the practice as a hot style of the art in which one generally practices this form in temperatures greater... [Read more of this review]
Ashanta Yoga
In Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga is considered to be one of the oldest styles still practiced today. It can be dated back to the ancient texts, Yoga Korunta, which were compiles many centuries ago. In both Indian forms of wrestling and British forms of gymnastics, one can find various aspects of Ashtanga Yoga. Also known as Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, this style was... [Read more of this review]
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