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Classifying Asanas, Levels, Methods, Mastering Them – Part IV
As everyone knows, Asanas have a beneficial effect on the human body’s various systems, such as, Matsyendrasana (spinal twist) which benefits the digestive system and helping the pancreas to improve its insulin production. Read
By: merry parker | 21/08/2007 | Yoga
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Classifying Asanas, Levels, Methods, Mastering Them – Part III
Slow and controlled, Yoga asanas are very different from the fast, bouncy motions so popular in Western aerobics, gymnastics and other forms of exercise. Asanas (physical positions) progressively achieved or mastered in 4-levels, help one to achieve the body and mind’s natural condition of being in a relaxed state of being. Regular Yoga practice means one can relax the body and mind without exerting oneself or having to put in a great deal of effort. Read
By: merry parker | 21/08/2007 | Yoga
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Classifying Asanas, Levels, Methods, Mastering Them – Part II
Derived from the Sanskrit verb ‘Aas’, asana means position, and according to Patanjali, Yoga positions are meant to be smooth, fluid motions that position the body in a comfortable position, from which one is meant to deposition oneself in unbroken, graceful movements. Read
By: merry parker | 09/07/2007 | Yoga
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Yoga Benefits – Part I
As any enthusiastic practitioner of Yoga will tell you, physical and mental therapy is the most important benefit of yoga. Aging, largely an artificial condition caused mainly by auto-intoxication or self-poisoning, has people scared of the process. What they do not realise is that the aging process can be slowed down by practicing yoga on a regular basis. Read
By: merry parker | 09/07/2007 | Yoga
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Physiological Benefits of Yoga - III
Apart from benefiting sufferers of respiratory illnesses, regular Yoga practice also helps manage pain as in sore joints, arthritis, rheumatism, including other aches and pains. Read
By: merry parker | 09/07/2007 | Yoga
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Different Stages of Yoga
Generally, Yoga consists of and is described in eight stages astanga-yoga, (‘eight-membered Yoga’). Yama (‘restraint’) denoting abstinence from injury (ahimsa), falsehood, stealing, lust, and avarice is the first stage; with niyama (‘observance’), denoting cleanliness of body, contentment, austerity, study, and devotion to God, the second stage. Read
By: merry parker | 18/04/2007 | Yoga
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Yoga Explained
Originating and implemented in India thousands of years ago, Yoga, essentially is a way of life and an integrated means of synchronizing mind, spirit, and body, a system now practiced universally, regardless of caste, creed or religion. Read
By: merry parker | 18/04/2007 | Yoga
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A Comfortable State of Mind and Body
Yoga Guru Patanjali has defined Yoga as a ‘steady and comfortable state of Mind and Body’ Read
By: merry parker | 18/04/2007 | Yoga
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Branches or Basics of Yoga
Ancient practitioners have likened yoga to a living tree with six branches coming from the trunk, with each branch having its own unique function relating to a particular lifestyle Read
By: merry parker | 18/04/2007 | Yoga
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Yoga a Blend of Spiritual and Physical Exercises
Yoga, the brainchild of the ancient Hindus is a form of mysticism, whose origin is impossible to trace, dating back as it does to thousands of years before recorded history Read
By: merry parker | 18/04/2007 | Yoga