...According to Ayurveda, a Science of life, the most common digestive disorders like irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, indigestion, acidity, sluggish metabolism, diabetes, chronic tiredness can be controlled by a regular yogic practice. It believes that agni (digestive fire) is the chief protector of the body and ama is the real cause of the disease
Yoga postures tone every area of the body including the digestive system and cleanse the internal organs of toxins. It also dissolves physical stress and calms the mind thereby rejuvenating the body which leads to an improved digestion.
Yoga balances all three doshas, and different poses have different effects. Forward bending postures cool Pitta dosha. Twists are good for Kapha because they stimulate d...more
...ga teacher is a guide, who teaches you to eventually become your own teacher. This does not mean to visit a Yoga teacher every so often, but it does mean to practice what is learned in each lesson by bringing it home.
Unfortunately, many Yoga instructors do not place enough emphasis on the value of home practice. If a student practices in Yoga, casually, once a week, takes the summer and Christmas season off, that is thirty-three lessons per year, without any home practice. After three years, how much has this student learned?
What is the foundation of Yoga practice? The foundation of Yoga is to be totally present within the lesson, and if possible, to be without distractions. If there are any distractions going on in the mind, you should learn not to judge yourself harshly because you were not mentally present in your Yoga class.
To be in the moment, or to be mentally present for your Yoga practice, is the key to advancing your practice ...more
...ulders and the spine, and strengthens the wrists.
This posture improves nervous balance and develops a sense of inner equilibrium and harmony.
The plank is a preparatory posture for more advanced and demanding poses in yoga classes having many benefits. It can be done even by a beginner; however in one health condition the plank posture is strongly not recommended.
One reason not to do the plank posture:
1) If you have a Carpal tunnel syndrome, do not attempt this posture.
(It is compression of the median nerv...more
...Ever thought about yoga? Yeah, you probably have - it's for hippies, right? Well actually yoga has become a very widespread pastime across the world, as both a physical and intellectual challenge to the body. The strict discipline combined with utter relaxation necessary to successfully undertake yoga contributes towards its appeal. Furthermore, if you're looking to shed a few pounds, you'd be surprised how quickly yoga can get you back into shape. In this article, we'll look why yoga is beneficial, and how you can get involved in your local area, wherever you live!
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