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Articles in Home | Health & Fitness | Yoga Sort By: Title|Newest|Oldest Studies Show Yoga has Multiple Benefits  By : Johannes R. Fisslinger With thousands of Yoga Studios and Millions of Yoga and Pilates Students participating in the Yoga Month 09.2008 national awareness campaign and the 10 City Yoga Health Festivals you might ask yourself, what exactly are the health benefits of yoga? Yoga Health News  By : sanjeev Yoga Health Foundation announces Yoga Month 092008, a global awareness campaign to inspire a healthy lifestyle. Baddha Konasana – A Great Asana For Hip And Groin  By : sharon hopkins Baddha Konasana (Bound Angle Pose) is also known as the Cobbler‘s Pose because of the similarity to a cobblers sitting position. It is an excellent asana which helps your groin and hip position. It is a forward bending asana which starts off from Staff Pose or Dandasana. You have to bend your knees by bringing the soles of the feet together. This forward bending asana is very different to the other forward bending asanas. The focus area in this asana is to open the hip and help the pelvic area. Yoga Is For Everyone  By : Robert Weiner Learn to “be in harmony with yourself and your environment”. Learn how to use your total being; mind, body, and spirit to achieve your health and fitness goals. Learn to stimulate your organs and improve circulation to relieve stress. Yoga Mat Accessories  By : Sara Valencourt The most substantial accessory in any yoga class is a yoga mat and good yoga bag to protect it. Here are some accessible hints on choosing the appropriate yoga mat and bag for you. With these tips, the life span of your yoga mat will be elongated. Benefits of Yoga Practice for Middle-Aged People  By : Sara Valencourt Don‘t be convinced that you need an intense exercise regime to lower blood pressure. Research has shown that with a moderate 30 minute yoga session has many benefits for individuals, particularly for middle aged individuals. All about Yoga and Pilates  By : David Yuri Yoga and Pilates are two of the most widely known and used methods of gaining physical strength, mental balance and other positive effects at the same time, by practicing some exercises in a correct manner, of course. Both of these techniques involve the control of mind over the body and also breathing control. How to pick yoga mats  By : David Yuri If you’ve reached the conclusion that yoga is the perfect thing for you at this point of your life, you probably know that you need to look for yoga classes somewhere in your area. However, for those who don’t have access to classes or do, but they don’t fit your immediate needs, there’s always the option of practicing yoga at home. And for this, you need a yoga mat – so check out yoga mat reviews and take your pick. The Benefits of Yoga for Children  By : Elizabeth G.MorganV This article shows how yoga is a benefit to children. It also shows you how to select the right yoga instruction for your child. Selecting the Best Sticky Yoga Mat  By : Elizabeth G.MorganV This article helps you to select the right sticky yoga mat for your needs. It also shows how a sticky yoga mat was developed. How to Concentrate in 4 Magic Steps  By : J.Reider Learn how to stay focused through the turmoil of life by following a few tips that teach you how to concentrate on your goal. Is Yoga For Me?  By : Rosie Reynolds The practice and study of yoga assist in bringing a sense of balance of body and mind. Most practices in the west focus on the physical side of yoga. Though, yoga offers breathing exercises and meditation as well as harmony to the body. Starting Yoga - Classes or DVDs?  By : Rosie Reynolds There are various DVDs and videos on yoga, usually with an instructor who takes you through many different exercises and breathing techniques. Although they can be great in the sense that you can practise in the comfort of your own home and fit yoga around your usual routine, a good teacher can make a huge difference in how well you succeed. The Benefits Of Yoga  By : Rosie Reynolds Studies have shown that people who practice Yoga have; reduced anxiety, reduced blood pressure, are more resistant to stress, and have better heart and respiratory functions. These are very real benefits that any person can achieve. Benefits of Meditation  By : Michelle Trantina Research has revealed that a regular meditation practice can improve psychological and physiological well-being. As one meditates, the brainwave pattern is brought into an alpha state, a level of consciousness that encourages the rejuvenation and healing of the mind and body. Health Benefits of Yoga  By : Goergirl The yoga practice acts as a therapeutic tool to heal the body and the mind. When you practice yoga regularly, the numerous health benefits become apparent. The yoga postures (asanas), breathing exercises (pranayama), and meditation come together to yield a large number of physiological and psychological changes. Secrets To Performing Yoga Postures  By : Mike Mann Learn 3 of the most popular yoga postures that will help to improve your health, strengthen abs and improve your digestive system Yoga Facts  By : Michael Colucci Yoga is a group of ancient practices which were first developed in India. It is still popular in the country today, and is considered to be a spiritual exercise. Many Indians see it as a way of attaining enlightenment. Learning Transcendental Meditation  By : Jamie Lynn It is not difficult to learn transcendental meditation. If you are looking to escape from the whirlwind of ringing cell phones, traffic snarls and screaming kids, transcendental meditation can provide a peaceful getaway from the craziness of everyday life. Meditation Chairs  By : Jamie Lynn Meditation chairs can enhance the experience of exploration by allowing you to sit in a comfortable and relaxed position during your relaxation session. If you have back problems or limited flexibility, the chair offers a comfortable alternative to sitting on the floor. Can Yoga Cure Obesity?  By : Paul Yoga increases the concentration of mind and builds your focus and health. It also reduces the stiffness in your body thus making it more flexible. Yoga's Eight Fold Path to Enlightenment  By : Brodi Saatpha An insightful and informative article about Yoga's eight-fold path to enlightenment. Tips For Doing Inversion Yoga Poses  By : Rebecca Prescott What are inversion yoga poses? Find out their benefits, what you have to be careful about, as well as tips on doing shoulderstand, half shoulderstand, and headstand. Heigh Ho! Heigh Ho! It’s off to Yoga I go!  By : Liana Mirkin Yoga is a system of exercises practiced for thousands of years as used to promote control of the body and mind. It has consistently been used to cure and prevent back pain by enhancing strength and flexibility. Yoga helps reduce pain by helping the brain regulate the secretion of natural painkillers into the body. A Yoga therapist will assist you by creating a program that is specific to your needs and limitations, especially those pertaining to your injury and medical condition Lower Your Blood Pressure by Practicing Yoga  By : Groshan Fabiola If you didn’t know by now, yoga asanas can help you in the treatment of high blood pressure, and help you lower blood pressure. Yoga asanas make stable your blood pressure, so lower blood pressure when it’s abnormaly high. Asanas have favorable effects on the nervous system. By practicing certain yoga asanas you can not only lower your blood pressure, but also reduce the effects of hypertension on the other organs of the body. Yoga helps you lower blood pressure  By : Groshan Fabiola Hypertension is a common disease nowadays, which, if it’s not treated corectly can cause many damages to the other organs of the body. People who suffer from high blood pressure need to lower blood pressure in order to neutralize the effects of hypertension on their body. Yoga Asanas - The Courage To Move Beyond Limitations  By : Rebecca Prescott To many, yoga is a great form of physical exercise that develops flexibility and strength. But it does so much more, and these hidden benefits can give us the insight, courage, and strength to develop a life in which we are truly fulfilled. Yoga V's Pilates - A Difference Of Consciousness  By : Rebecca Prescott The physical benefits of yoga are well known. What is perhaps less well understood is the process of transformation that yoga creates on other levels, in the mind and spirit. It is one of the key differences between it and other forms of exercise that are similar, such as pilates. Bhakti Yoga – The Science Of Devotion  By : Sharon Hopkins - Bhakti means devotion to the Almighty. Bhakti yoga deals with devotion to God and achieving the union with Him. This is the easiest of all yoga types. This branch of yoga teaches the relation between the devotee and the divine. It does not involve any technical or complicated procedures. There is no need of any intellectual capacity to master this yoga. It has appealed to the common man because it gives him a feeling security and develops a kind of reliance and dependence on ... Neti – For A Smooth Respiration  By : Sharon Hopkins - To enjoy smooth respiration, you need to take care that both the nostrils should be clear and the passage within them should be completely open for air to move. But with many people, it is usually only one of the nostrils that is open. Hence it is important for you to clean the nasal passage. Yoga gives a kriya called Neti which is useful for clearing the nostrils. In Neti, a thick thread of about one foot made by interlacing three or four thin threads and softened with bu... Planning A Baby Shower: Surefire Tips For Making Your Shower A Success  By : Jennifer Adair - Planning a baby shower can be an extremely fun and rewarding experience, however it is important to know the do's and don'ts of organizing showers before you get started. Today's baby showers are becoming more of a highly-organized event than they were in the past and this article will get you up to speed. Baby showers can make an expectant mother feel more secure in the fact that her friends are all pulling for her and giving moral and financial support. Usually the baby... Is Yoga For You?  By : Dana Goldberg - Yoga is the most popular and fast growing exercise trend of all. Over the last few years this form has really taken off and more and more people are choosing it among all other forms of exercise. Yoga is healthy and it is fun. Your entire body will get a total workout and a great stretch when you use yoga each day. If you are ready to take your life in a whole new direction, one that is healthy and well balanced then toga is probably for you. There are enough different kin... Pranayama – The Silence Of Breathing  By : Sharon Hopkins - Pranayama, also known as yogic breathing is the method of silencing the breath. Prana has been defined as the air which flows through the body. Pranayama is made up of three parts: controlled inhalations, controlled exhalations and holding of the breath. When you do all three parts, it is called sahita, while doing only the holding breath without the other two is called kevala. You should start with sahita till kevala comes into being. This is a technique that controls all th... Jnana Yoga – Yoga For The Intelligent  By : Sharon Hopkins - Jnana means the knowledge. This yoga is the yoga for the intelligent and selected people. This yoga is the ultimate goal of all the other varieties of yoga. This yoga teaches you to look at the world as it is without any ignorance and bias. You can achieve this state by practicing rigorous mental discipline and virtue. This yoga is also called Raja Yoga or the king of all the yogas, since it is of the highest variety and rules over all the other varieties. This is the Yoga th... Insights into the Benefits of Yoga  By : Brodi Saatpha An interesting article on the physical and spiritual benefits of practicing Yoga. Find The Right Yoga Teacher And Yoga Class For You  By : Stephen Kreutzer - Though there are most likely at least half a dozen yoga studios and gyms that offer yoga classes in your neighborhood, finding the one class and the right teacher to suit your needs is not always easy. Start at the beginning with these steps and when you have completed all of them you are sure to have located the best yoga class and teacher combination for your schedule, location, interest, and temperament. * What are your choices? The telephone book, the internet, communi... Mudras For Good Health  By : Sharon Hopkins - We present some brilliant, very effective and simple mudras, which you can practice anytime and anywhere: • GYAN MUDRA – This is one of the most important mudras. It is widely used in all yogic meditation practices. Join the tip of forefinger to the tip of the thumb. Hold together gently for at least 15-30 minutes. Advantages • Increases intelligence and wisdom • Purifies the mind of the practitioner • Cures many mental problems • Makes one joyful • Cures ... Importance Of Controlling Your Mind  By : Sharon Hopkins - Since ancient times, the human philosophers have realized the importance of the mind in governing the human affairs. They knew that a person’s external circumstances were the result of his internal thoughts. They were aware that if the person thinks of riches, he would have riches, while if the thoughts are of poverty, success and failure would produce the corresponding effects in the person’s circumstances. Today, modern science has acknowledged the truth of these findings. ... Karma Yoga – The Art Of Living  By : Sharon Hopkins - The ancient book of Gita, which is the treatise on the living has led a great stress on the karma. Karma is defined as the action and its fruits. Ancient Hindu saints have believed that a man’s life is the direct result of his karma. Good thoughts, words and deeds lead to good and happy life while bad thoughts, words and deeds lead a person to disaster. This has been postulated in the 18th century by Isaac Newton, who gave his law as “For every action there is an equal and op... Tenets Of Yoga Philosophy  By : Sharon Hopkins - In the ancient India, philosophy has been traditionally divided into two main groups. These groups are called as the orthodox group and heretic group. The orthodox group believes in the authority of Vedas in all the philosophical matters. These orthodox systems are six in all. One of the most popular systems of philosophy is yoga. It shares the following common beliefs with the other orthodox systems: • Belief in the permanent soul, which forms the basis of life. ... Points To Be Followed Before Learning Yoga  By : Sharon Hopkins - Once you have decided to practice yoga for better living and spiritual health, you need to take care of the following points so as to prevent injuries to your physical self: • Physical condition of the individual: usually, it is recommended that people with normal health do yoga practice. But if you are suffering from some physical problems and are using yoga to cure it, you need to follow certain precautions since performing yoga practices without proper precautions may ... Yama And Niyama In Yoga  By : Sharon Hopkins - Yoga defines yama and niyama as the positive and negative aspects of behaviour respectively. Traditional texts mention ten yamas and ten niyamas but Patanjali’s Yogasutra, which is considered the original treatise on yoga, defines five yamas and five niyamas. It has been mentioned that in Manusmirti that it is more important to follow yamas than niyamas. Here we give a brief description on the yamas and niyamas to be followed: • Ahimsa (Non-violence): this is one of forem... How To Perform Yogic Exercises  By : Carol Gomes - When you have decided to start with your yoga practice, it is imperative for you to learn how to perform a pose properly. Thus it is advisable for you to find a right teacher who will guide you in the correct manner of performing these poses. Since yogic exercises involve the static and isometric contraction of the muscles, where the muscles are held in a state of tension without causing the corresponding body part to move; it is important to note that the stretching or contr... Yoga Paths  By : Stephen Kreutzer - Since human beings began practicing yoga thousands of years ago, the symbol of a tree has often been linked with the discipline – and for good reason! Yoga has a multitude of branches when it comes to how you choose to practice and all of them are based on the same philosophy, or trunk, of spirituality. Hatha yoga is the one most well known to Westerners – the physical act of practicing poses. Here are a few other paths that you may choose to combine with your personal yoga p... Benefiting From Your Yoga Practice  By : Stephen Kreutzer - Yoga is not only an extremely popular form of exercise, but depending on the form you practice, can be exciting or calming, social or meditative, energizing or relaxing. No matter which of these best describes your yoga class, here are a few tips to help you get the most out of every class you attend. * Go to yoga class with an empty stomach. Yoga is full bending, twisting, lengthening, stretching, and strength moves. Eating a big dinner before that kind of movement could ... Yoga History 101  By : Stephen Kreutzer - When you practice yoga, it is, of course, not necessary to have a full understanding of yoga history in order to fully benefit from your practice. A brief understanding of the history behind yoga, however, may increase your spiritual practice and inspire you to find out more about the tradition behind the discipline. The first writings about yoga were written in Sanskrit in early religious manuscripts in India called the Vedas. The word ‘yoga’ has many meanings. The root o... Yoga – A Cure for Modern Day Stress  By : Michelle Trantina As we walk the tightrope between modern life and our animal instincts, the human race strives to find balance. In our bodies, our minds, our environment, in our lives. With our brains over-stimulated and our bodies more sedentary than ever, many of us suffer from the fatigue and imbalance that comes from chronic stress without sufficient recovery. A yoga practice is an excellent way to soothe nerves that are in a constant state of overdrive. Try Core Power Yoga  By : Mike Mann - Core power yoga is an energetic yoga exercise that physically and mentally challenges to help connect to inner power without stopping and accompanied by a heated, climate controlled Vinyasa. It heals, detoxifies and stimulates the body and mind through balance and intention. Power yoga has created a dynamic, challenging program that combines strength, sweat and spirituality. It recognizes power in different levels; first is the physical power which develops the body’s stre... Yoga And The Breath  By : Stephen Kreutzer - Your yoga practice and the way you breathe are intertwined. You won’t fully experience the benefits of yoga without first learning how to breathe properly. Different types of yoga practice call for different types of breathing, so it is important to note from the beginning that there is no one right way to breathe in yoga. If, in your yoga practice, your goal is total relaxation then your breathing should reflect that. This means long deep breaths meant to slow your heart ... What Is Yoga?  By : Sheila Easton - Yoga can seem like a complicated concept - or, at the least, a dizzying array of physical manipulations that turn seemingly happy-looking human beings into happy looking human pretzels. Even more disconcerting, a stereotype does exist in places where the term yoga is synonymous with cult, or some kind of archaic spiritual belief that compels one to quit their job, sell their house, and go live in the middle of nowhere. In actual fact, Yoga is a very basic "thing". If y... Some Simple Tantric Yoga Exercises to Improve the General Health and Sexual Abilities  By : Knut Holt Here are some exercises for men and women for the pelvic region and for the breathing apparatus - two body zones of great importance for the general health, but that are generally disregarded in standard training regimes. Isn't It Time To Try Kundalini Yoga?  By : Anika Molugu Although there are many types of yoga, and it may be impractical to try them all, experiencing some of the main branches -- including Kundalini yoga -- will give you a fuller grasp of yoga’s essence and benefits. Kundalini yoga isn't just another practice, however. It's often referred to as the mother of all yoga, and said to be one of the most powerful forms. What's more, Kundalini yoga is a little different from other practices. Most forms of yoga concentrate on the body... Why Not Try Bikram Yoga?  By : Anika Molugu There are many types of yoga, but Bikram yoga tends to stand out from the rest. Even though the practice is largely the same, you'll immediately notice the difference in the environment -- the room in which Bikram yoga is performed is heated between 90 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit! Bikram yoga follows a consistent program, employing 26 various poses, each of which you practice twice during a session. The poses flow as follows. You'll start with Standing Postures, then pro... Sun Salutation  By : Kirsten Hawkins The Sun Salutation yoga pose is recommended for practitioners of all ages and especially for the ones who cannot dedicate a lot of time to their yoga routine. The reason why this pose is so highly appreciated has to do with the fact that it involves most of the muscle groups, as well as the respiratory system. In fact, the Sun Salutation is a sequence of twelve yoga positions, linked together by a flowing motion and accompanied by five deep special breaths. Each of the tw... Yoga Meditation  By : Kirsten Hawkins As it is generally admitted by yoga practitioners and yoga trainers, yoga sessions are very much about self equilibrium, peacefulness and meditation. By practicing meditation we can all reach the sublime state of learning the purpose of our existence and maximizing our will to reach it. Studies have proven that meditation highly contributes to both physical and psychological well-being, which is why yoga routines consider the practice of meditation as one of its main prin... Yoga Diet  By : Kirsten Hawkins One of the essential things about yoga, together with the positive attitude, is the diet. It is highly recommended to perform your yoga session after about 2 hours from a main meal. Many specialists agree that what we eat is reflected both in our appearance, as well as in our health state. In other words, it is important to mind the things we consume, in order to prevent illnesses and discomforts. However, the question related to what does healthy food mean, remains a co... Yoga For Women  By : Kirsten Hawkins Emotional pressure and stress have a pronounced effect on every woman's health. It has been proven that emotional distress often translates into physical weakness and different illnesses. There are many other factors that affect women's health such as hormonal changes, which are far more pronounced than in the case of men. Yoga offers an excellent solution to most of these issues that are unavoidable. Different stages in a woman's life may bring various problems. There ar... Yoga Promotes A Healtheir Life  By : Sintilia Miecevole What goes on in the body when you are doing your asanas? Most of us realize that yoga increases and maintains flexibility, strengthens muscles and increases one's stamina. All forms of yoga invite the participant to attend to their breath and notice the inward quieting. Most individuals who participate sense a uniqueness in this movement form. Many of us are satisfied with just sensing this, leaving an explanation of how it affects our bodies and spirit to the realm of the my... What Is Yoga  By : Yoga is a organization that benefits the consistency, head, and spirit by teaching ego-control done a serial of postures and exercises, as wellspring as through with(p) external respiration, liberalization, and speculation techniques. The ultimate end of yoga is -realization -- so that for each one person tin attain his or her complete tangible, emotional, genial, and Negro spiritual potential. Another, and More limited, finish of yoga as a organisation of exercises is to res... Stretching & Yoga  By : Kirsten Hawkins Stretching and yoga aren’t just for swamis who can fold themselves up like pretzels, or movie stars who have nothing better to do with their days! It can be a beneficial practice to all who use it, and one doesn’t have to adopt the worldview of the swamis in order to reap benefits from it. The pace of our lives these days is crazy—some would argue destructive. Yoga proponents say that learning the art form will not make you dull, but more magnetic, and show you the importa... Yoga For The Beginner  By : Sandra Lovelace One of the amazing things about yoga is that despite the great benefits that it produces, it requires no costs. There is not specific yoga training equipment that one has to use in order to obtain the desired results and there is no such thing as the perfect environment required for practicing yoga. All this is a direct consequence of the fact that yoga is, more than a practice, a state of mind and a life style. That is why your will, as well as your believes and attitude... Here’s What Yoga Can Do For You...  By : Dave Klein You want to have a full life. You want to feel well. You want lots of energy, vitality, power, and stamina. Am I right so far? Well, the great news is that all these can be yours. Yoga applies age-old secrets to everyday life in a modern, fast-paced world. Its practical application can restore your lost youth, put new zest into your every step, and empower you to fully enjoy a sense of health, energy and creative living. All this will do wonders for your future happiness.....	Authors Sign Up for a free account. Submit your articles. Publishers Category RSS feeds. Resources Downloadable Audio Books Recommended Resources

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