It should be rather easy for you to find the right Hatha Yoga DVD which can show you the correct manner in which to perform the postures, or asanas. Hatha Yoga is also known as Hatha vidya and has been attempted by practitioners in India since the 1400's when the initial treatise was written by Yogi Swatmarama.It was at this time that he wrote the Hatha Yoga Pradipika, the treatise as to how an asana should be rendered in order to...more
While yoga is generally understood in America to be a diverse array of bending and stretching exercises that originated in India, the word yoga has a much wider connotation, and includes sitting with the eyes closed in silent, deep meditation. In India, yoga is a state of mind, not just an exercise for the body. The primary text on yoga is called the Yoga Sutras of Maharishi Patanjali. This text includes 195 short aphorisms,...more
Thai Massage and Yoga are closely connected since they share the same origin. During the time of Buddha, about 2500 years ago, a physician from India traveled to Thailand and introduced what became referred to as Thai massage. His gift to Thailand was his skill of yoga and yoga therapy. Therefore the term Thai Yoga Massage is very appropriate, although this term is not used at all in Thailand but only by western practitioners.Yoga itself never really made it in Thailand. Thailand does have a version of yoga, but it never became popular and hardly anyone practices it. So the Thai Massage arrived along with the yoga, but the massage flourished and the yoga disappeared into oblivion. In the last decade Westerners have set up many flourishing yoga schools in Thailand, but the students are all from outside of Thailand. It is only in the last few years that some Thais have taken an interest in the Indian version of yoga, and nowadays there are also yoga schools for Thais in the big cities.Why don't the foreigners and Thais mix in the schools, you could ask? The language barrier is one reason, and another reason is that the Thai's approach to yoga and life typically is more...more
If you're thinking to lead a healthy and successful life then there is much need to put control on your mental forwardness. It helps you fight against various ailments and daily work issues. This is the reason why a large number of executives prefer learning yoga mediation online or offline. Today, there are numerous websites that...more
It is believed that chronic tension is the main cause of eye problems. Poor vision is often related to taut eye muscles that fail to support the eye lens properly for viewing. To overcome this situation it is required to have the eyes relaxed, eat healthy food and take proper viewing habits.Causes:Cataract - This is the eye condition...more
The main reason why stretch marks occur is pregnancy. When you become pregnant you go during so many hormonal changes which also produce weight gain. You are probably feeling wonderful, sexy, and alive as this beautiful human being is growing inside you but at the same time you dread the thought of waking up to those ugly scars all over your body - your breasts, your stomach, you'll size.Food for Pregnant WomenHome Made Trail Mix Mix raw walnuts, almonds and cashews with small amounts of organic dried berries that have not been sweetened. Stash it in a zip top bag and keep supply in your purse, car or desk at work.Not only does this provide a quick snack, the nuts are full of heart healthy fats, and berries are naturally sweet and loaded with antioxidants and fiber.Sprouted Grain Tortillas Scramble a couple of eggs, add some veggies and roll it all in a sprouted grain tortilla and you have a fabulous, tasty and quick lunch. Spread some raw almond butter on a tortilla and roll it up for an easy, protein-rich snack.Roll up a wrap with leftover chicken from last night's dinner with some raw spinach leaves and a bit of tahini and you have a nutritious meal that can go...more
Ever thought about doing yoga with your kids? In addition to family meals and bedtime rituals, more and more families are adding yoga to their daily routines. If you have yet to establish a home practice with your kids, the benefits...more
Yoga the Purest ScienceHuman Beings live in illusion- illusion of hope, future and tomorrow. Man cannot lead life with the reality - he needs dreams, he needs illusion, he needs to exist. Very deep understanding should be there without...more
Yoga and meditation are among the most popular methods for overcoming stress. But even with their popularity, many people are still confused which is which because of their many similarities. Both have been practiced for more than a...more
Yoga is an ancient meditation technique where one tries to align the body with mind and self. More than just an exercise regime that some may mistake it to be, yoga is a holistic way of ensuring a healthy and stress free life. It is...more
Prostate cancer is a life-threatening disease that affects many people, not just in the United States but all over the world. The disease mostly affects people who are advanced in age. It has been known that when men advance in age, the...more
Who is Swami Ramdev, world renowned yoga and herbal medicine guru in India and now his new political party-Bharat Swabhiman who intend to contest all seats in Parliament of India in the next election? What is its purpose and how it...more