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...Exercising the human body is essential. It keeps the body fit and the soul healthy too. Believe it or not exercising helps in keeping your mind stress free and also relaxes your brain muscles. And if the exercises are of therapeutic value like the asana of the ancient old technique called Yoga, they can are known to have the ability to heal several chronic diseases too. Practicing yoga asanas keeps the body fit. Its various postures, breathing techniques and meditation heals the body, mind and soul.

Research has shown that regular practice of yoga has helped in controlling severe problems like, anxiety, arthritis, blood pressure, diabetes, spondylitis, heart problems, stress, depression and several other diseases too. Apart from being an exercise form, yoga is also about a disciplined lifestyle of which exercising is just a part. It acts as a connection between the body and the soul. It is a bridge that connects our busy life with the spiritual aspect of life and brings a balance in our daily routine.

Yoga is also known to improve the flexibility, strength and stamina of body muscles, boost self esteem, improve level of concentration, reduce body fat, improve blood circulation, and also teach a sense of well being to individuals who...more

I Need to Lose Weight, Can I Use Yoga?

...The caption above was the question that a fellow rider on the sub-way asked me on the way home as I was looking through the recent copy of the Yoga journal.

I sort of had to pause to regain my composure as she had just suggested to me that look , Im overweight and I need you to tell me how to lose some poundsand yes, Im a female!

Well, I promised to email her all the information I could on using yoga to lose weight perhaps because I didnt want to draw too much attention to myself being on in public.

Heres what I sent her on the subject:

Now, from the first glance, ...more

Which Type of Yoga is the Right Choice for You?

...xt one, so it is a very demanding practice. ashtanga can be a good choice for physically fit individuals who like a challenge.

Iyengar
This type of yoga, which was developed by B.K.S. Iyengar, is focused on proper body alignment. Poses are held for long periods of time and the movement from one posture to another is slower than some other styles. Props are often used to help maintain proper alignment, so iyengar can be a good choice for those who have physical limitations. Since it focuses so much on correct body alignment, it is also a good starting point for beginners before they move into faster paced styles.

bikram
This style of yoga was created by bikram Choudhury and is also known as hot yoga. Classes are held in rooms heated up to 100 degrees in order to allow your body to stretch without injury and release toxins. Practitioners move through a series of twenty-six postures, with each one being held for a period of time. This is a strenuous style and should be avoided by people with certain health con...more

Yoga Instruction

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