Yoga is believed to have been propounded by the sage Patanjali (2nd century BC). Patanjali, in his treatise (known as the sutras) of yoga, explained the basics of yoga, its benefits and its steps (padas), without going into the details of what postures to adopt, how to breathe and so on.Patanjali's sutras consisted of four padas:Samadhi Pada (on Contemplation and Meditation)Sadhna Pada (on the Steps to Union)Vibhuti Pada (on the Achievement of...more
Taking good care of your yoga clothes will ensure that they last a long time, and look good while you're wearing them. Investing in some high quality items will ensure that you don't have to keep replacing your yoga clothes.Before you purchase yoga wear, you should think about what clothes work best for exercise. The best yoga clothing is neither too tight nor too loose, providing ease of movement and breath space. Choose fabrics...more
Yoga is a 6000-year-old kind of exercise which not just disciplines the body but conditions the mind as well.The concept of yoga is largely thought of as just the asanas (postures and exercises), yet breathing is actually at the heart of yoga. Some have mentioned "if you can breathe, then you can certainly do yoga". Using breathing strategies to quiet your mind is one of the main objectives of yoga.By frequently finding the time for yoga, you will become very conscious of your breathing. You will train yourself to regulate your breath that will help you become relaxed and calm. Also your asanas will improve the more you concentrate on your breathing.It's in our nature to allow our intellects flow into worries of the future and the past. But our bodies are only in existence with the present. With the performance of yoga, you can learn the way to focus your mind on your body and let go of all of your worries, all through proper breathing.Yoga can help prevent stress and disease by letting you do this - releasing of these dangerous, stressful thoughts, even for a while, regenerates your body and mind with a healthy balanced state. Focusing on the present is what leads to this...more
There are some sort of common problems which we face in our daily lives like stress, headache, backache and work-pressure. We are trying to do so much that we end up with stress or body-ache. And then there are a whole lot of other physical and mental problems causing due to todays life style. And this is where; Yoga comes to our rescue by doing...more
When you are a beginner in yoga, you will do anything just to make sure you have everything right but as you go along and become an expert you begin to wonder whether they are important at all. Well, they are if only you know what to look out for when buying them in order not to waste your money. Yoga is very different from the other...more
Yoga is becoming increasingly popular with both men and women, as a way to get some exercise, increase body strength, relax, and meditate. But if you've never done yoga before, you may not know exactly how to get started. Here's what you need to know to get started. Before you even begin, you will need to purchase some yoga clothes. Yoga clothes come in a wide variety of styles and designs now, and you can easily find clothes that suit your personality and colour preferences. But you need to make sure your yoga clothing is appropriate for the exercise you will be doing. You will need yoga clothing that is loose fitting, but not extremely baggy. Loose fitting clothes allow you to move more freely, and allow for breathing space and better blood circulation. You should also choose clothes that you feel comfortable in, and clothes that you won't mind wearing in front of a classroom of people.You may also want to buy a gym bag for your yoga clothes and equipment, but you should probably wait to buy any props until you know what your instructor will provide for you, and what you are expected to buy for yourself. Now that you have your clothes, you should sign up for a yoga...more
Expecting a little one? If you do yoga, and you're pregnant, you can keep doing most of your regular workouts, but pretty soon it might be time to start thinking about maternity yoga clothes. Maternity yoga clothes are, of course, very...more
There is more than one way of stretching one's body and losing some weight in the process, and choosing the best one would not be easy. Today, the most popular one are pilates and yoga. What are their similarities and difference? Is one better than...more
Forty or Fifty years before, a many of people still didn't know the difference between Yoga and Yogurt. These days, Yoga is so common that it's nearly a household word. Although it's very well famous these days, it doesn't mean that public in reality...more
Forty or Fifty years back, a many of people still didn't know the difference between Yoga and Yogurt. These days, Yoga is so fashionable that it's basically a household word. Although it's very well recognized these days, it doesn't mean that public...more
Yoga is not a religion. It is a discipline, a form of workout, an art of attaining nirvana, and the philosophy to live a healthy life. Yoga cannot be limited to its definition. It offers much more than what we actually think. Yoga...more
In this column, we shall be giving 10 special combinations normally considered to be beneficial for the persons concerned. If you are not reaping the indicated benefits, please do write to the Editor for research work with reference to...more