Ashtanga Yoga - The Primary And Intermediate Series
...d to as Nadi Shodhana, or the cleansing of the Nadies. Nadies are the subtle energy channels, which underlie the physical form. The postures of the Intermediate series include a series of back bends as well as arm balances and inversions. The Intermediate series is energizing and deeply purifying.
After many years of practicing the Primary and Intermediate series, the postures of these series are integrated deeply into the body. The body becomes light and strong. An even muscle tone is developed throughout the body and the organs are strengthened and purified. Once the practice of these two series is mastered then the practice of the Advanced series of postures is begun. The Advanced series is referred to as Sthira Bhaga or the stabilizing of radiance.
...moreYoga and Meditation
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Almost everyone has experienced the fact that when one starts concentrating his mind on any immediate object or an idea, the mind starts wandering. It is very difficult to keep the mind busy with a single thought. The ancient sages too encountered the same problems. Arjuna, in Gita had mentioned that controlling the mind is the impossible thing on the earth. Hence, he was advised by Krishna that though mind control is difficult, it can be made silent and steady by regular practice of vairagya and abhy...more
What Is Ashtanga Yoga?
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Eshwar Pranidhan- Dedication towards god
3. Asana: It is the practice of asana for better well-being in your body and soul
4. Pranayama: Breathing exercises a way to attain control on your breathing pattern
5. Pratyahara: Withdrawal of the senses, which would mean total cut off from the outside world and the concentration level increases in making your mind a haven for all the positive energy.
6. Dhara...more
Practice Yoga and Remain Young
...ient but has proved itself to the best weapon to cope with such sorts of deformities is YOGA. Yoga in itself is a system which involves the maintaining the coordination between mind and body.
By practicing yoga regularly an individual could maintain his / her health at the most perfect level. Yoga helps in stabilizing the immunity of the body thereby helpful in fighting against the diseases.
Tips and techniques used in Yoga
Body postures (Asanas it involves the movement of body in several postures to relax the body nerves etc.)
Breathing (Pranayama it involves the special breathing techniques to calm down the mental nerves and coordinate ...more
