http://ezinearticles.com/?cat=Health-and-Fitness:Yoga EzineArticles.com - Trusted By Millions as The Source For Quality Original Articles http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/ Sciatica is the condition where pain is felt in the lower back and goes down the legs. The following exercises should be attempted with caution, starting with only one round and then gradually increasing them. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:49:20 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-For-Sciatica&id=3934794 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-For-Sciatica&id=3934794 The neck is the most vulnerable part of the body in any accident because the most minor of stresses can cause a ligament to tear or be strained if the muscles become weak. This, among other reasons, is what can cause cervical spondylosis. The symptoms depend on which nerves are being affected, ranging from numbness in the legs to tingling sensations in the arms or shoulders, but the most common are pain and stiffness at the base of the neck. Here is where yoga can help by releasing the stress from the neck. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:48:30 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-For-Cervical-Spondylosis&id=3934770 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-For-Cervical-Spondylosis&id=3934770 Studies have shown that yoga therapy can reduce chronic lower back pain which has otherwise proved to be a very stubborn problem with only moderate success from purely medical treatments. This is the main reason that so many sufferers turn to alternative therapies such as yoga. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:47:29 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Therapy-For-Lower-Back-Pain&id=3934750 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Therapy-For-Lower-Back-Pain&id=3934750 More common in women than in men, scoliosis, or bent spine, is the abnormal shape of the spine which can cause back pain. It can be a heredity condition but is also caused by habitual slouching and bad posture in childhood. Scoliosis does not hurt during childhood and may therefore not be detected until the late teens or early adulthood. Regardless, treatment should begin immediately. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:34:07 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-For-Scoliosis&id=3935442 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-For-Scoliosis&id=3935442 Yoga has been discovered since thousands of years. But all these years, not many people in the world were aware of its benefit and good effects on our body. Yoga was thought to be something that was practiced by sages and sadhus in the mountains of India and all the claims of it actually being a healing art were responded with disbelief and many times with ridicule. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:20:00 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Some-Important-Benefits-of-Yoga&id=3932914 http://ezinearticles.com/?Some-Important-Benefits-of-Yoga&id=3932914 This is a fairly difficult yoga posture but like all the yoga postures, scorpion posture also has loads of benefits. This posture is called scorpion posture because when performed fully, the shape of the body of the performer looks like that of a scorpion which is ready to sting someone. The Sanskrit name of this posture is Vrischika-asana which literally means Scorpion Posture. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:17:17 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Asana-The-Scorpion-Posture&id=3932901 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Asana-The-Scorpion-Posture&id=3932901 Today, yoga has become a way of life. It is seen as a great way to keep our mind and body fit. Yoga has many postures and techniques which have been specially developed to benefit various parts of our body. Many studies have shown that practicing yoga regularly makes us feel better and healthier. Yoga restores the flexibility of our body, tones our muscles and improves our physical and mental strength. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:07:32 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Types-of-Yoga-Which-Can-Help-You-Lose-Weight&id=3932971 http://ezinearticles.com/?Types-of-Yoga-Which-Can-Help-You-Lose-Weight&id=3932971 This is a fairly easy posture of yoga that will not require a lot of practice to master. The Sanskrit name for this posture is Parivritta-parshvakona-asana. This means revolved at an angle where parivritta stands for revolved or turned back, parsva stands for side and kona is Sanskrit for angle. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:56:59 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Asana-The-Turned-Side-Angle-Posture&id=3932939 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Asana-The-Turned-Side-Angle-Posture&id=3932939 This is a very easy posture which is performed as a resting pose between two difficult postures. The Sanskrit name for this 'Balasana' in which 'Bal' means child and 'asana' means posture. This posture is called the child posture because our body bends in the fetal position in this pose. This posture eases the tension in the neck and back area and stretches the hips muscles and strengthens the thigh muscles. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:47:35 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Posture-The-Child-Pose&id=3932759 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Posture-The-Child-Pose&id=3932759 Getting a flatter stomach still remains the objective of lots of people; nevertheless most individuals may not be conscious of just how efficient some yoga poses might be for this objective and also the additional advantage of detoxing. Discover how combining yoga and a detox program can help you reach your goals starting today! Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:41:28 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Can-Assist-You-to-Get-Rid-of-the-Gut&id=3932079 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Can-Assist-You-to-Get-Rid-of-the-Gut&id=3932079 Yoga is one of the most popular forms meditations, today. More and more people around the world are practicing yoga techniques as physical exercise. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:06:42 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Philosophy-of-Yoga&id=3932796 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Philosophy-of-Yoga&id=3932796 This is the latest article in our yoga central series and today we will be looking at a pose known as plank pose. We will look at how to properly carry out the pose, the benefits you can get from it and anything that you need to consider before beginning. Please read the entire article before trying the pose. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 13:31:13 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Central-Plank-Pose&id=3916050 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Central-Plank-Pose&id=3916050 This is a fairly difficult posture and can be difficult to perform and master. The Sanskrit name for this posture is 'Chakra asana' which also means wheel posture. As the name suggests, in this posture our body bends in a circular shape like a wheel. It is also known as the urdhva-dhanurasana asana in which urdhva means elevated and dhanur means the bow. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 13:23:55 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Asanas-The-Wheel-Posture&id=3932868 http://ezinearticles.com/?Asanas-The-Wheel-Posture&id=3932868 Yoga has hundreds of different postures which are performed for different effects. Each yoga posture was especially designed to give a certain benefit to the body. The Sanskrit name for accomplished posture is Siddha Asana. Siddha is the Sanskrit word for accomplished or the one who has attained the highest position. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 13:23:10 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Asana-The-Accomplished-Posture&id=3932850 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Asana-The-Accomplished-Posture&id=3932850 This is probably the most popular postures of yoga. It is one posture that is most widely used to depict asanas. The Sanskrit word for the Head Stand posture is Sirsha Asana which is simply translated into the head posture. This posture is a fairly difficult one and does require some practice to master. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 13:22:50 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Asana-The-Head-Stand-Posture&id=3932837 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Asana-The-Head-Stand-Posture&id=3932837 Yoga is a great stress buster. Studies have shown that yoga not only de-stresses the mind but is also works as a therapy while curing depression and other psychological problems. The main reason behind this is that yoga postures greatly manipulate the working of our endocrine system. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 13:21:51 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Asanas-and-Stress&id=3932819 http://ezinearticles.com/?Asanas-and-Stress&id=3932819 This was to be done little by little, said Shri Krishna. Arjuna, however, did not view the task hopefully. He exclaimed, 'The mind (manas) is very restless, O Krishna Impetuous, powerful, and firm. I think it is as hard to control as the wind. The teachers reply was definite and simple Undoubtedly the mind (manas) is restless and hard to control, but it is held by practice (abhyasa) and uncoloured. ness (vairagya). Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:58:39 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-and-the-Intellect-Different-Yoga-Practices-and-Techniques-to-Control-Your-Mind-and-Body&id=3930211 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-and-the-Intellect-Different-Yoga-Practices-and-Techniques-to-Control-Your-Mind-and-Body&id=3930211 Such pictures are possible when there is an inspiration representing one idea in which all the components are necessary and none in conflict. Such pictures, if landscapes, will have their origin in a peaceful scene, in which the elements do not molest one another sea is sea, mountain mountain, cloud, and sky and yet they set one another off; indeed, the harmony of Nature discovered by the scientist tells us that these are necessary to one another. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:26:19 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Nature-Discovered-by-the-Scientist-and-About-the-Harmonies-That-Come-With-Yoga&id=3930656 http://ezinearticles.com/?Nature-Discovered-by-the-Scientist-and-About-the-Harmonies-That-Come-With-Yoga&id=3930656 Simple yoga stretches, breathing techniques and relaxation practices are some of the more popular ways of relaxing. Like most people, you spend a lot of your day busy at work, you invest time and energy to do your best and give your best to work colleagues, family and friends. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 11:07:08 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Relax-With-Yoga-Four-Easy-Yoga-Techniques-to-Help-You-Release-Stress&id=3929410 http://ezinearticles.com/?Relax-With-Yoga-Four-Easy-Yoga-Techniques-to-Help-You-Release-Stress&id=3929410 For some women, perimenopausal symptoms can be so severe as to warrant a physician prescribing hormonal replacement therapy (HRT). HRT artificially elevates the levels of both the estrogen and progesterone hormones, and has been linked in numerous studies to increased risks of stroke, breast cancer, and heart disease. Because of this, many women have been reluctant to use HRT. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 11:05:22 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Yet-Another-Benefit-Easing-the-Way-Through-Menopause&id=3929922 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Yet-Another-Benefit-Easing-the-Way-Through-Menopause&id=3929922 Yoga is an effective weight loss and health keeping strategy so people can enjoy the fullness of life on this wonderful earth. Yoga is a holistic practice which uses meditation and postural techniques to effectively promote peace of mind, improve body condition and encourage healthy living. Learn and acquire cleansing yoga techniques to keep your body slimmer, sexier and lovelier than ever before. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 10:20:29 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-and-Weight-Loss-Helps-You-Keep-Up-With-Our-Fast-Paced-Society&id=3923207 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-and-Weight-Loss-Helps-You-Keep-Up-With-Our-Fast-Paced-Society&id=3923207 Yoga does not see a distinction between your body and the mind; and this is an understanding that traditional western psychology has also concluded for quite some time now (the link between mental well being as well as physical health, and vice versa). Yoga is certainly a process which involves relieving blocked tension and also energy in the body, and helping make your muscles, tendons, joints, ligaments, as well as all other parts function to their greatest potential. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 09:34:05 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Exercise-in-Support-of-Your-Physical-Health-and-Longevity&id=3922729 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Exercise-in-Support-of-Your-Physical-Health-and-Longevity&id=3922729 The investigational is intended to find out the subtle characters or abstract natures of such things, that is, the characteristics and qualities of them which are not visible to the senses. This requires much thought about categories or classes of the objects, and their constants behind time and space. Let us take as our example the notion of a cow. In the vitarka stage we shall observe what it is, what it has, and what it does in fact. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 22:02:50 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Inspectional-Savitarka-Yoga-Practices-and-Techniques&id=3930449 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Inspectional-Savitarka-Yoga-Practices-and-Techniques&id=3930449 A while ago I saw a newspaper article about a Catholic Yoga class being held somewhere near where I live. At the time I wondered why they needed a special class for Catholics. I could imagine that Catholics wouldn't want to chant to Shiva or Ganesha, but I seldom find chanting to Hindu gods in mainstream or beginner yoga classes. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 17:24:13 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Christian-Yoga-Whats-the-Story?&id=3926217 http://ezinearticles.com/?Christian-Yoga-Whats-the-Story?&id=3926217 Kundalini seems to be one of the schools of yoga around which there is an air of mystery and mysticism. Some might even say there is a hint of danger in it. Kundalini is different than some of the more popular and mainstream types of yoga most commonly practiced in the United States, but I'm not sure how it has earned the reputation it has, for being a more eccentric yoga practice. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 17:21:20 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Kundalini-Yoga-Has-a-Bit-of-Mystery&id=3926192 http://ezinearticles.com/?Kundalini-Yoga-Has-a-Bit-of-Mystery&id=3926192 If you'd like to start a personal yoga practice, and learn to practice on your own outside of classes and without videos, but you don't know where to begin, I have a recommendation for you. Find the book "Moving Toward Balance, 8 Weeks of Yoga with Rodney Yee" by Rodney Yee with Nina Zolotow. Yee's book takes readers through an 8-week journey of fully experiencing dozens of poses, learning to listen to their inner teacher and developing a level of comfort and confidence in their personal practice. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:57:55 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Beginner-Yoga-Poses-Where-to-Start?&id=3926208 http://ezinearticles.com/?Beginner-Yoga-Poses-Where-to-Start?&id=3926208 Stress and tension is part and parcel of everyday life. Even the most well-prepared and seasoned yogi experiences stress. In essence, stress results from how you react to changes in your life, from simple actions such as picking up the phone to phone a friend to more complex situations such a preparing for your first birth; the way you respond to these events determines the impact the stress will have on your life. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:30:39 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-For-Stress-Relief-3-Easy-Yoga-Poses-to-Relieve-Stress&id=3925936 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-For-Stress-Relief-3-Easy-Yoga-Poses-to-Relieve-Stress&id=3925936 If you are keen to develop your yoga practice, it is a really good idea to practice yoga at home. Nothing heavy, you can start off with doing a couple of your favorite poses and gradually build up from there. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:29:32 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-For-Beginners-6-Easy-Ways-to-Practice-Yoga-at-Home&id=3925930 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-For-Beginners-6-Easy-Ways-to-Practice-Yoga-at-Home&id=3925930 People practice yoga for all sorts of reasons: to stay fit and trim, to achieve a sense of inner calm and well-being, to gain increased flexibility and coordination, and to improve their posture. But to the uninitiated, the practice of yoga remains a mystery. What exactly is yoga - and why do we care? Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:43:09 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Knowing-Your-Asana-From-Your-Ashtanga-The-Basics-of-Yoga&id=3925470 http://ezinearticles.com/?Knowing-Your-Asana-From-Your-Ashtanga-The-Basics-of-Yoga&id=3925470 Many brand-new mothers look for a gentle exercise class that will not only help them ease their post-pregnancy bodies back into shape, but will also improve their posture and flexibility while giving them back some pre-baby physical confidence. But finding quality childcare while they waltz off to the gym for an hour or two is not always feasible - either practically or financially. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:35:21 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Benefits-of-Baby-Yoga&id=3925461 http://ezinearticles.com/?Benefits-of-Baby-Yoga&id=3925461 You simply have to be physically active in order to be healthy and to look good. You can pick between many different types of exercises depending on your preferences and requirements. Yoga is definitely one of the most beneficial activities you can engage in. It is good for you in many different ways. It will have a positive effect on your body, mind and soul. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:33:04 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Main-Benefits-of-Yoga-That-You-Will-Enjoy&id=3925279 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Main-Benefits-of-Yoga-That-You-Will-Enjoy&id=3925279 It is in the last three of the eight limbs of yoga presented in the Saga Ultras that we find the training and use of the mind. In this there are three clearly defined stages. These stages are concentration, meditation and contemplation. In this first of these there is the application of the mind's attention to a particular thing or idea, without wandering away from it. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 14:16:52 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-and-the-Intellect-About-the-Three-Stages-of-Yoga-Concentration,-Meditation,-Contemplation&id=3923992 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-and-the-Intellect-About-the-Three-Stages-of-Yoga-Concentration,-Meditation,-Contemplation&id=3923992 Well, I don't know about you, but anyone who basically had time to just be a kid and explore one's own body must have executed this pose albeit unconsciously at some point in their lives. That pose is the Shoulder-stand. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 12:04:20 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-You-May-Benefit-From-Doing-the-Shoulder-Stand&id=3909849 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-You-May-Benefit-From-Doing-the-Shoulder-Stand&id=3909849 Folks, it should be stressed that the headstand and shoulder stand are two poses that belong to a specific group of yoga poses known as Inversions. And as the name suggests, when the poses are executed, you are basically positioned upside down. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 14:26:20 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-You-May-Benefit-From-the-Yoga-Headstand&id=3909789 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-You-May-Benefit-From-the-Yoga-Headstand&id=3909789 Yoga is a great way for you to be able to gain many health benefits such as increased flexibility, less stress from being able to relax and focus better, as well as weight loss and body sculpting. It would be a shame for you to actually get sick because you aren't using proper hygiene when doing yoga. For these reasons, using a yoga mat cleaner is very important. I am going to tell you about the different kinds of mat cleaners for your yoga mat. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 09:21:50 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Using-a-Yoga-Mat-Cleaner-is-Important&id=3912478 http://ezinearticles.com/?Using-a-Yoga-Mat-Cleaner-is-Important&id=3912478 Prayer Pose: Stand with the hands positioned at your chest, palms touching and facing each other (think of being in a prayer mode) looking straight ahead. This pose establishes a state of concentration. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 21:57:19 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Actually-Do-the-Sun-Salutations&id=3909755 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Actually-Do-the-Sun-Salutations&id=3909755 Friends, my intention with this title is not to deceive you into just doing exclusively yoga. However, the reasons why you are about to read up on an exercise that is not necessarily yoga is because one it is very similar and CAME from yoga. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 21:20:57 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-the-5-Tibetan-Rites-From-Vinyasa-Yoga&id=3910086 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-the-5-Tibetan-Rites-From-Vinyasa-Yoga&id=3910086 While yoga may help to relieve stress in women trying to get pregnant or who are already pregnant, it is not a magic cure for stress. Eliminating stresses and adopting a doctor-approved exercise program... Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:50:34 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Restorative-Yoga-and-Its-Effectiveness-Against-Infertility&id=3917209 http://ezinearticles.com/?Restorative-Yoga-and-Its-Effectiveness-Against-Infertility&id=3917209 Are you interested in looking after your health? Do you read healthy living magazines and dream of living the sort of life where you always eat well, have enough sleep, and work-out three times a week? But in reality, you drive everywhere, have fast-food takeaways and burn the candle at both ends? Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:45:26 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-and-Healthy-Living-Five-Yogic-Secrets-to-Healthy-Living&id=3915197 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-and-Healthy-Living-Five-Yogic-Secrets-to-Healthy-Living&id=3915197 Many people, especially working mums find it extremely difficult to carve time out for themselves and care for their emotional well being and physical health. Life is full and there is little time to think about, let alone make time, to rest and relax. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:43:08 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-For-Relaxation-3-Easy-Meditation-Exercises-to-Help-Working-Mums-Relax&id=3915177 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-For-Relaxation-3-Easy-Meditation-Exercises-to-Help-Working-Mums-Relax&id=3915177 At this juncture, since we have covered forward and backward bending exercises; naturally what should come next are poses to twist the body laterally. These postures free, energize and balance the body. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 13:22:50 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-Yoga-Spinal-Twists&id=3909930 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-Yoga-Spinal-Twists&id=3909930 Good questions. From my own experiences and research, it would be like asking: Drum machines Vs. Drums, which do I use? Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:48:43 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Or-Pilates-Which-is-Better-For-Me?&id=3909709 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Or-Pilates-Which-is-Better-For-Me?&id=3909709 Yoga is great for healthy people but it is also a huge blessing for those who are not healthy. The best way to be and stay healthy is to maintain good physical and mental habits and yoga is a big help here. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:31:29 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Know-the-Healing-Power-of-Yoga&id=3913862 http://ezinearticles.com/?Know-the-Healing-Power-of-Yoga&id=3913862 "The Man who performs Sun Salutations daily does not get poor in a thousand births!" So what exactly are the Sun Salutations? Well, this exercise is a combination of Yoga Asanas, Pranayama, Sun Bathing and Prayer. Taking That Into Consideration, here are some of its benefits: Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:18:28 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Makes-Sun-Salutations-So-Great?&id=3909739 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Makes-Sun-Salutations-So-Great?&id=3909739 Regardless of your present level of fitness, you will derive great benefit from the practice of yoga which combines many different elements of fitness. Physically, yoga practice makes you feel better immediately whether you are a beginning student or the most advanced practitioner because it feels like the most natural thing to do at any level. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:04:18 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Whole-Body-Fitness-With-Yoga&id=3913679 http://ezinearticles.com/?Whole-Body-Fitness-With-Yoga&id=3913679 You haven't got the foggiest idea what yoga is besides the image of a human pretzel and this scares you. However, if you think that yoga is some esoteric and difficult art, banish the thought because it is nothing of the sort and is in fact as natural as breathing, stretching or yawning. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:59:13 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?So-You-Want-to-Practice-Yoga?&id=3913665 http://ezinearticles.com/?So-You-Want-to-Practice-Yoga?&id=3913665 Modern life is stressful and there's no way we're going to get around it. Even cultures in developing countries that never really knew what stress was are finding out what it is, now that they are rapidly modernizing and adopting western ways. It is only fitting then that one of the most effective antidotes to stress comes from an ancient culture that is thousands of years old. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:38:05 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Become-Stress-Free-With-Yoga&id=3913654 http://ezinearticles.com/?Become-Stress-Free-With-Yoga&id=3913654 The sun salutation is easily explained by me as 12 postures performed in a rhythmic cycle. The benefits of the Surya Namaskar are many and include physical and mental benefits. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:26:37 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Sun-Salutation-Surya-Namaskar&id=3784580 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Sun-Salutation-Surya-Namaskar&id=3784580 Alright, by now, you may have tried the Sun Salutations, gotten good at them. By now you may even have mastered some or all the poses I have written about, maybe you can even stand on your head now and show off to friends and loved ones (I know I did)! Fri, 12 Mar 2010 09:30:30 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Basic-Guidelines-For-Yoga-and-Its-Related-Diet&id=3910067 http://ezinearticles.com/?Basic-Guidelines-For-Yoga-and-Its-Related-Diet&id=3910067 As is evidenced by its use amongst such celebrities as Madonna, Sting, Russell Simmons and Evander Holyfield to name a few, yoga's popularity has increased in leaps and bounds. However, suffice it to say that just like Christianity that has several denominations but essentially at the core all the same, you may have to do some research to see what style fits your needs. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 09:24:39 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Pick-a-Yoga-Style-(Part-1)&id=3909651 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Pick-a-Yoga-Style-(Part-1)&id=3909651 Friends, we are back and we are going over the Yoga-Esque exercises made popular by Matt Furey and known as the Royal Court Exercises. In this portion, we will be going over the Hindu Push Ups. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 09:19:52 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-the-Royal-Court-Exercise-Hindu-Push-Ups&id=3910101 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-the-Royal-Court-Exercise-Hindu-Push-Ups&id=3910101 Royal court Exercises?? What are those? Well, the friends, these specific exercises are a more-or-less yoga looking bodyweight fitness regimen that involves 3 exercises namely: Hindu Squats, Hindu Push ups and Bridging (in 5/6 recommended positions). Fri, 12 Mar 2010 09:12:39 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-the-Royal-Court-Exercise-Hindu-Squats&id=3910094 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-the-Royal-Court-Exercise-Hindu-Squats&id=3910094 If you really want a great illustration on this, observe an infant. They breathe diaphragmatically and naturally. In other words they don't use their shoulders or squeeze their stomachs (as some vocal coaches will tell you, which by the way, the world renowned vocal coach of the stars, Mr. Seth Riggs, said in his book to be incorrect). Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:46:47 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-the-Yoga-Breathing-Exercises&id=3910032 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-the-Yoga-Breathing-Exercises&id=3910032 Now, I have to say first hand that the following Abdominal and Breathing Exercises that I'm going to be discussing do not need to be practiced per-se by the average practitioner. However, I'm just the kind of guy who is inquisitive and tends to want to try it all. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:43:22 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-the-Yoga-Abdominal-Exercises&id=3910014 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-the-Yoga-Abdominal-Exercises&id=3910014 Folks, do not let the name of the pose frighten you as in Corpse Pose! (It has nothing to do with a literal death) more with relaxation. That said, the Yoga Corpse/Relaxation Pose is a restorative pose that is usually practiced during and after your yoga session. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:32:51 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-the-Yoga-Corpse-Pose&id=3909988 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-the-Yoga-Corpse-Pose&id=3909988 Now that we have covered inversions, let's go into the next set of yoga poses in the Sivananda style of yoga; the forward bends. From a simple observation, forward bend poses look very simple and easy but they do have very beneficial effects on the entire system. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:26:22 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-Yoga-Forward-Bends&id=3909903 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-Yoga-Forward-Bends&id=3909903 I used to think to myself, well, I have done the Sun exercises, inversions, forward, backward and lateral bends, what do I need the balancing exercises for and should they be done daily? Well, I will answer the latter question later on, but now, I will go into the necessity of the poses themselves. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:25:13 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-Yoga-The-Peacock-Poses&id=3909939 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-Yoga-The-Peacock-Poses&id=3909939 By now you must have been doing the headstand with ease and comfort. By now you must have realized that what you thought was impossible is indeed very possible and not intimidating at all. Great, now let's deal with coming out of the pose and it's counter poses. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:21:03 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?You-Can-Do-the-Headstand-Now-But-Remember-These-Factors&id=3909832 http://ezinearticles.com/?You-Can-Do-the-Headstand-Now-But-Remember-These-Factors&id=3909832 Okay, getting back to the task at hand: tips on how to do the Yoga Headstand. At the closing portion of the last article I had mentioned that one should go into a a child's pose before getting ready to go into the headstand. So let's go on. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:20:47 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Still-More-Tips-For-Standing-on-Your-Head&id=3909815 http://ezinearticles.com/?Still-More-Tips-For-Standing-on-Your-Head&id=3909815 We have thus far gone over the Sun Exercises, the Inversions, The Forward, Backward and side bending exercises and the balancing poses as well. Now in keeping in line with the order of the poses, we will now be going over the sitting and standing exercises as prescribed by the late Swami Vishnu Devananda for the execution of the style of yoga named after his teacher. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 07:45:15 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-the-Yoga-Sitting-and-Standing-Exercises&id=3909961 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-the-Yoga-Sitting-and-Standing-Exercises&id=3909961 Okay, we are back with the Yogic Pranayama Exercises. I have to stress quickly that here, we are going over some exercises of dare I say more on the spiritually related side of things. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 07:34:53 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Taking-Pranayama-to-the-Next-Level&id=3910062 http://ezinearticles.com/?Taking-Pranayama-to-the-Next-Level&id=3910062 Now that we have gone over forward bending yoga exercises, let's try out the backward bending poses. It is noteworthy of mention that owing to the direct movement in any asana, a counter pose must be performed to offset it. A counter pose is a yoga pose that stretches your spine in the opposite direction from a previous pose or returns your spine to a neutral position. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 07:34:12 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-Yoga-Back-Bending-Exercises&id=3909919 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-Yoga-Back-Bending-Exercises&id=3909919 We have gone over the peacock pose and its variations, now I will be demonstrating how to do the Crow pose. It is noteworthy of mention that the crow could be seen as a counter pose to the peacock pose, even with how the hands are placed and the position of the spine. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 07:33:43 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-the-Yoga-Crow-Poses&id=3909948 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-the-Yoga-Crow-Poses&id=3909948 Yoga is a power. Yoga practice to whatever degree possible should become a daily feature in everyone's life. Through the gradual practice, it makes the mind and body impregnable. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 22:50:37 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-Yoga-Part-1-of-3&id=3909448 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Do-Yoga-Part-1-of-3&id=3909448 There are many different ways you can do yoga. You can do it on a Wii video game, you can use videos. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 22:37:37 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Various-Yoga-Accessories-Such-As-Yoga-Cards&id=3906467 http://ezinearticles.com/?Various-Yoga-Accessories-Such-As-Yoga-Cards&id=3906467 Mudras are Yogic hand gestures. These gestures have immense curative and remedial value, they are a part of the preventive form of treatment, help de-stress and unwind, and are very effective tools for mind control to facilitate and encourage meditation, and gradually lead you onto the course of spiritual healing. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 22:19:05 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Curative-Powers-of-Mudras-Yoga&id=3909330 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Curative-Powers-of-Mudras-Yoga&id=3909330 In today's world, anxiety and stress is like second nature. Alternative wellness techniques are the only ray of hope. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:46:01 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-The-Breath-of-Life&id=3908877 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-The-Breath-of-Life&id=3908877 You will be amazed at the amount of physical tension, mental and emotional stress you release after just one or two sessions of yoga. Because everyone has a different nature and different goals, here are the eight kinds of yoga to consider as you look for the kind of yoga that suits you best. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:58:00 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Are-the-Eight-Kinds-of-Yoga?&id=3907356 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Are-the-Eight-Kinds-of-Yoga?&id=3907356 Everyone has had a day where they are so stressed and so angry that it just ruins their day. Instead you can use yoga exercises to change your state of mind and have a more peaceful day. The yoga exercise tips in this article can help you bring peace into your day. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:11:02 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Yoga-Can-Help-You-Have-a-Peaceful-Day&id=3907463 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Yoga-Can-Help-You-Have-a-Peaceful-Day&id=3907463 Yoga's beginning can be traced back to the Brahman civilization of India in the year 900 - 500 B.C. as supported by some seals, which featured figures that took the yoga position. Although different Indian religions - Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism - refer to yoga in varied ways, they present a unified conformity on the healing effects that the traditional practice gives. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:50:32 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Healing-Effects-of-Yoga-The-Holistic-Way-of-Caring-For-Ones-Body&id=3908875 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Healing-Effects-of-Yoga-The-Holistic-Way-of-Caring-For-Ones-Body&id=3908875 When you are feeling stressed and tense it is hard to accomplish anything and you are usually just in a bad mood. Yoga exercises and meditation are two great ways to relieve stress and reach a feeling of calmness. Reduce your stress with the yoga meditation relaxation response. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:48:04 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Meditation-Relaxation-Response&id=3907179 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Meditation-Relaxation-Response&id=3907179 Yoga is a powerful practice that can turn your life around for the better. The positive effects of yoga are endless improving your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well being. This article highlights some of the ways yoga can transform your life. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:46:22 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Yoga-Transformed-Me&id=3907485 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Yoga-Transformed-Me&id=3907485 Yoga is a mind and body exercise that has been around for hundreds of years. Not only will it help release a great deal of stress and tightness from the body, but it will also work to calm the mind. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:43:15 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Famous-Men-Do-Yoga?&id=3907272 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Famous-Men-Do-Yoga?&id=3907272 Yoga and Tai Chi are two forms of exercise that date back hundreds of years and are often compared to each other. While they are actually quite different from one another, they are both still practiced by many today. With that said, what is the difference between yoga and Tai Chi? Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:43:04 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-the-Difference-Between-Yoga-and-Tai-Chi?&id=3907253 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-the-Difference-Between-Yoga-and-Tai-Chi?&id=3907253 Yoga is something that a great deal of people practice on a daily basis and many have no idea where it originates from. Although the origin is generally not at the top of the list in importance for people, it can be helpful to understand the rich history of yoga. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:38:02 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-the-Origin-of-Yoga?&id=3907242 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-the-Origin-of-Yoga?&id=3907242 Most yoga exercises require a quiet place for practice but there are also a few exercises that can be performed almost anywhere. You can do these as you wait in the doctor's office, in your office chair and even while doing the grocery shopping! Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:30:24 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Do-Anywhere-Yoga-Exercises&id=3908089 http://ezinearticles.com/?Do-Anywhere-Yoga-Exercises&id=3908089 When you are a building a business, caring for your family or maybe studying, it can be very challenging to find simple ways to rest and relax. As a yoga teacher, I see many people whose lives are adversely affected by stress and pressure. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:16:35 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-For-Stress-Relief-Seven-Easy-Tips-to-Help-You-Rest-and-Relax-at-Home&id=3910702 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-For-Stress-Relief-Seven-Easy-Tips-to-Help-You-Rest-and-Relax-at-Home&id=3910702 Respiratory allergies are so debilitating and difficult to treat. They are widespread, affect most of us, and have no cures. Oh how we wish for a magical cure! Magic is not possible, but a very effective way of managing nasal allergies is by practicing Yoga. Read this article to understand what you can do to effectively manage your allergies. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:16:21 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Yoga-Can-Help-You-Reduce-Your-Nasal-Allergies&id=3909025 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Yoga-Can-Help-You-Reduce-Your-Nasal-Allergies&id=3909025 I do this by constantly reminding myself that there is always more to learn. Just because I practice a tolerably good Wheel pose, doesn't mean that I skip the article in Yoga Journal that explains proper form for the pose. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:03:05 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Refresh-Your-Yoga-Practice&id=3907262 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Refresh-Your-Yoga-Practice&id=3907262 A trend that has become increasingly popular over the last few years is yoga, but what is yoga? This article will examine yoga, the past and present, and the benefits you receive from it. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:54:12 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-Yoga-and-What-Are-Its-Benefits?&id=3907215 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-Yoga-and-What-Are-Its-Benefits?&id=3907215 For those who are just beginning yoga classes, there are some important things you should know. This article will list a few things you need to know before you start your yoga practice. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:54:00 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Classes-Tips-For-Beginners&id=3907197 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Classes-Tips-For-Beginners&id=3907197 By the time the third week after surgery began, I was becoming very anxious to return to "normal." I wanted all pain and limitations to movement to go away, so that I could fully regain strength and flexibility, and resume teaching my yoga classes. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:06:24 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-and-Recovering-From-Surgery&id=3907574 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-and-Recovering-From-Surgery&id=3907574 Saying you like yoga is almost like saying you like music. What kind do you like? Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:06:15 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Mix-Up-Your-Yoga-Practice&id=3907550 http://ezinearticles.com/?Mix-Up-Your-Yoga-Practice&id=3907550 This is the latest article in our yoga central series and today we will be looking at a pose known as reclining big toe pose or Supta Padangusthasana. We will look at how to properly carry out the pose, the benefits you can get from it and anything that you need to consider before beginning. Please read the entire article before trying the pose. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:08:56 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Central-Reclining-Big-Toe-Pose&id=3903348 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Central-Reclining-Big-Toe-Pose&id=3903348 Tantra Yoga is an ancient system of spiritual practice which originated in India and spread to Tibet and South-east Asia. Of all the spiritual paths on this planet the Tantric teachings are unique, since they deal with energy or Shakti. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:14:53 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tantra-Yoga&id=3901669 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tantra-Yoga&id=3901669 Osteoporosis is the disease of bones and is found most commonly in menopausal women and in men in some of the cases. The word osteoporosis is made up of two words, the word 'osteo' refers to bones and 'porosis' means porous. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:07:51 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Treat-Osteoporosis-With-Yoga&id=3903202 http://ezinearticles.com/?Treat-Osteoporosis-With-Yoga&id=3903202 I don't recall music playing a significant role in my yoga classes when I first started practicing yoga in the early 1990s. That could be because my first classes were Kundalini and Ashtanga, both styles that tend to avoid the use of music. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:04:23 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Practice-and-Music&id=3907034 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Practice-and-Music&id=3907034 Yoga for flat stomach has become a very popular physical activity as of late. What some of you may not know is that yoga is certainly more than just the ability to hold rather difficult positions at a time. It's also a great way to stay in shape, instill discipline, and unwind after a tediously long, busy day. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:50:28 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-For-Flat-Stomach-3-Easy-Poses-You-Can-Do&id=3902613 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-For-Flat-Stomach-3-Easy-Poses-You-Can-Do&id=3902613 If you are going through a difficult time at work then chances are life must be feeling quite frustrating for you. Perhaps you are facing a tribunal case at work, which involves you painstakingly going through files putting together your case and lengthy meetings with your management team. Maybe your department is involved in a major re-organisation, which means you have to relocate to another office and work under a new supervisor. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 07:45:59 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-at-Work-Three-Easy-Stretches-to-Boost-Your-Energy-at-Work&id=3902103 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-at-Work-Three-Easy-Stretches-to-Boost-Your-Energy-at-Work&id=3902103 If you are new to meditation, it is easy to feel overwhelmed and stressed out in your desire to find out how to meditate. If you look in your local book store or even go online, you will find an array of books, DVDs and websites devoted to teaching you how to meditate. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 07:41:58 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Meditate-Three-Quick-and-Easy-Meditation-Tips-For-Beginners&id=3902089 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Meditate-Three-Quick-and-Easy-Meditation-Tips-For-Beginners&id=3902089 Yoga blocks or yoga bricks are considered to be the most widely known and used props in yoga. The main function of yoga blocks is that they aid yogis and beginners to get into postures and stances that they would otherwise find difficult to do. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 21:37:14 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Blocks-Support-For-Asanas&id=3899049 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Blocks-Support-For-Asanas&id=3899049 Spring is an exciting time of the year, full of fresh, new and renewal. Motivating us (if only in theory) to get more active, spend some more time outside and focus on our health. As I peek out of my window I see hints of flowering bulbs and bushes, and some delightful sunlight (which is highlighting the dust on everything in my house but I'm successfully ignoring it). Wed, 10 Mar 2010 21:32:30 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Spring-Into-Yoga&id=3899604 http://ezinearticles.com/?Spring-Into-Yoga&id=3899604 Yoga Balls, also known as stability balls, are used mainly for stability training and to build up your core muscles. They are versatile in their use, and are not only used for yoga routines, but can also be found in gyms, fitness classes and rehab centers. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 21:03:12 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Balls-Stability-and-Strength-Building&id=3899211 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Balls-Stability-and-Strength-Building&id=3899211 This article educates you about the meaning and purposes of true yoga. Here you will learn the most powerful framework for understanding yoga known as Radha-Krishna meditation. Yoga is actually a spiritual science, and the precepts are at the heart of all spirituality. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:37:29 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Understanding-True-Yoga-Through-Radha-Krishna-Meditation&id=3898437 http://ezinearticles.com/?Understanding-True-Yoga-Through-Radha-Krishna-Meditation&id=3898437 There's a theory about students and teachers that says a teacher receives the students that they are prepared to teach. By the same token, I think that students can benefit by being receptive to the teachers that come to them. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:09:11 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Teacher-Loyalty&id=3900961 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Teacher-Loyalty&id=3900961 Hatha yoga flowered in the West in the late sixties and early seventies when several prominent yoga masters traveled to America. They traveled the length and breadth of the country, introducing a new generation to an ancient practice. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:24:54 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Evolution-of-Yoga-Pants&id=3898962 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Evolution-of-Yoga-Pants&id=3898962 All over India, you will see men walking around with a thin cotton "scarf" around their shoulders. Called "gamchhas," these colorful, checked "scarves" are actually some of the most versatile and useful towels ever invented. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:22:47 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?All-About-Yoga-Towels&id=3898942 http://ezinearticles.com/?All-About-Yoga-Towels&id=3898942 This article describes the important foundational information for practice of yoga. It is imperative to take care of these to get proper benefits from yoga. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:46:49 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Important-Foundational-Information&id=3890542 http://ezinearticles.com/?Yoga-Important-Foundational-Information&id=3890542 About five years ago, I started to fantasize about becoming a yoga teacher. I thought how happy and carefree my life would be, wearing comfy yoga clothes all the time instead of suits and high heels, teaching classes to help other people relax instead of presenting at contentious public meetings. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:42:39 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?From-High-Heels-to-Yoga-Pants&id=3900595 http://ezinearticles.com/?From-High-Heels-to-Yoga-Pants&id=3900595 Are you looking for a way to refresh your yoga practice? Would you like to rediscover the sense of lightness and joy that you found when you were first practicing yoga? If so, find a Shiva Rea workshop or video as soon as possible. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:42:13 -0600 http://ezinearticles.com/?Refresh-Your-Yoga-Practice-With-Shiva-Rea&id=3900610 http://ezinearticles.com/?Refresh-Your-Yoga-Practice-With-Shiva-Rea&id=3900610 Copyright 2010 EzineArticles.com - All Rights Reserved.