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Classical yoga

When yoga became widely spread, and due to it different forms, people thought about standardizing it. Therefore, in the second century, Patanjali composed a seminal text, yoga Sutra and Classical yoga. At these times the 195 sutras in yoga Sutra, used in Raja yoga (the eightfold yoga path).The eightfold yoga paths are:

1. Yama (restraint)
2. Niyama (observance of purity, tolerance and study)
3. Pranayama (breath control)
4. Asana (Physical exercises)
5. Pratyahara (preparation for Meditation)
6. Dhyana (Meditation)
7. Dharana (concentration)
8. Samadhi (is the absorption in the sublime).

Patanjali supports studying the sacred scriptures as part of the yoga practice, which became Classical Yoga's distinct feature. Yoga Sutra main characteristic is its philosophical dualism. Patanjali believed in the importance of prakriti (the matter) and purusha (the spirit) separation to purify the spirit. Which differs from the Vedic and Pre-classical yoga believes in the importance of body and spirit union. The Patanjali presented yoga far from the traditional non-dualistic yoga, and prepared it for the Post-classical yoga. After the Paranjali, Yogis focused on the Meditation and neglected the Asanas. Then, by t...more

Weight Loss Through yoga

...ga and weight loss does not mean that yoga isn't beneficial. Just the stress reduction and increased flexibility associated with yoga can contribute to wellness. Not to mention the emotional satisfaction and enjoyment that comes from yoga. Yoga can certainly be a part of a sensible plan for health, but should not be relied on exclusively if weight loss is the goal. Healthy diet and a sensible aerobic exercise regime are still a necessary part of a balanced lifestyle.

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Yoga Teacher Training: Am I Too Old to Become a Yoga Teacher?

... coach is worthy of note.

3. There are so many Yoga students over 40 years of age, who desire a knowledgeable, mature, and careful Yoga teacher.

Is Hatha Yoga strictly a physical practice? No - Hatha Yoga covers mental, spiritual, and emotional aspects, as well as the physical aspects of life. The public has been duped by pretzel asanas (postures) on the covers of magazines.

If you never studied Yoga, you might not know better, but I am surprised when a student, with ten or more years of practice, still sees asana as the Holy Grail of Hatha Yoga. Asana is very valuable, but does not govern Hatha Yoga.

Pranayama (cultivation of life force through breath) is the ...more

Yoga for Health

...Yoga has been practiced for thousands of years. It consists of ancient theories, observations and principles about the mind, spirit and body relationship. According to the principles of yoga the mind, spirit and the body are one and they together can heal itself.

Yoga has three main techniques:

Asanas or poses

The various yogic poses give your body flexibility and strengthen the muscles. Many asanas are aimed at improving blood circulation and functioning of specific organs in the body.

Pranayama or breathing

Pranayama is actually the most important aspect of yoga as they cleanse the subtle energies flowing through the body. These breathing techniques are an effective way to energize, harmonize and tranquillize the body, spir...more

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