With yoga being as popular as it is there should be no surprise that there are many different yoga exercise styles. Some of today's yoga exercise styles have been around for hundreds of years while other yoga exercise styles have been created and based off some of the most common yoga postures and poses. Yoga exercise styles vary in level of difficulty; almost all of the styles are broken down into beginner and advanced levels. The yoga postures...more
How early can you start back Pain Prevention? Well the sooner the better BEFORE we start to feel the pain. What I mean is to prevent any imbalance through regular maintenance. Start them YOUNG.Let me explain. Recently in one of our classes we were joined by two young 15 year old girls and slim in stature. One of the girls mother brought them who is also at the class. We practiced a variety of postures with some back bends, in particular the Wheel...more
You would have definitely heard of yoga, which is one of the hot favorites in the USA today. The Western world is gradually looking into the secrets of youth and health that ancient civilization of the East followed. The Indian civilization is one of the oldest and extremely rich in scientific applications not only in medicine but also in engineering, physics, mathematics, astrology and astronomy among others.Yoga has four branches that cover the journey of any human being who wishes to attain oneness with the Universe and enlightenment. Walking on this path would also ensure that your body stays free of diseases and human weaknesses without any dependency on food and basic life-supporting comforts. Yoga not only diseases-proofs your body but also tunes your mind to find and understand the Eternal Truth.1. Kriya yoga or karma yoga - this covers the free will of a human being whereby they make their choices in life and the consequences of these choices on his or her life2. Bhakti yoga - or attaining liberation through prayer and worship of God3. Gyana yoga - or enlightenment through learning and acquiring of knowledge, and4. Raja yoga - or achieving enlightenment with the exclusive...more
Many think of Yoga as a relaxation and meditation technique. While it can be, there are different styles of Yoga-some concentrating more on relaxation while others can be a great workout for your entire body, as well as your mind. Learn about the different styles of Yoga and see which one may be right for you. It's like matching your shoes and your...more
Laughter Yoga is a revolutionary idea - simple and profound. An exercise routine, it is fast sweeping the world and is a complete wellbeing workout. It is the brainchild of Dr. Madan Kataria, an Indian physician from Mumbai who started the first laughter club in a park on 13th March 1995, with just 5 people. Today, it has become a worldwide...more
A feeling of anxiousness or anxiety prior to taking an examination is normal. In fact, some experts believe it is healthy as it serves as an effective stimuli that prompts one to come up with a preparation strategy for an upcoming examination. But some people are not good with handling their nervousness and anxiety such that it affects their performance in the exam. This is most especially true for those who are cramming for their exam. This makes them repulsive to any preparation method as they are unable to clear their mind. Allow Body MovementWhen an individual feels tensed about the idea of taking an examination that s/he isn't fully prepared for, the tension is manifested throughout the entire body. Although you have short preparations to ensure that you perform well on your exam, that feeling of nervous tension often reacts on you mentally making you incapable of thinking logically. Hence, a trick of releasing body tension and nervousness would be really helpful in remaining calm prior to taking your exam. Allowing as much body movement as possible is really helpful. You can do simple exercises such as walking, jogging, or stretching. This will effectively calm your nerves...more
Books are the source of information or in other words, source of knowledge. Books can replace a teacher or a guide, by leading one to the right avenue. It is said that books are the best friend of a human being. To learn anything books can be the...more
Yoga, the word brings many different images to the minds of different people. Many people will think of awkward stretches done by impossibly flexible people. Some will imagine Buddhists in an incense filled room, sitting cross legged and chanting....more
New Delhi/ Los Angeles - December 28, 2009 Yoga and fitness enthusiasts can now seek personalized instruction in this ancient Indian discipline, straight from the land where it was born and developed, delivered in high-definition video.This service...more
An intimate touch of sound or music can penetrate the whole being of human body. From the ancient ages this is a proven fact. Particularly in India, music for its rich root is considered as an integral part of Yoga practicing. And India has also a...more
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is also known as, "OCD." As many of you know, OCD is often classified an anxiety disorder, in which the person affected is plagued by unwanted, intrusive thoughts. Yoga is designed to help reduce anxiety and stressful...more
Yoga, the thousand years old Hindu philosophy of maintaining physiological fitness, is getting much more popularity day by day for its scientific base and methods. This ancient philosophy with its root in Indian culture, is successfully spreading its...more