 Category: Yoga
Category: Health and Fitness >> Yoga<< previous page 1 2 3 4 5 next page >> by Juliet Cohen  [ 2007-12-19 ] Yoga is more than a physical discipline of keeping fit. It's an ancient concept, and has a lot to do with the philosophical and the spiritual. Various types of yoga are being taught and practiced in today’s world and it is very important to choose the correct type of yoga. by Juliet Cohen  [ 2007-12-19 ] Meditation is the art of silencing the mind. When the mind is silent, concentration is increased and we experience inner peace in the midst of worldly turmoil. We can learn how to transform our mind from negative to positive, from disturbed to peaceful, from unhappy to happy. by Howard G Charing  [ 2007-12-18 ] A dedicated programmes in the Andes and the Amazon rainforest, which is focussed on an inner and deep self-exploration and encounter with the spiritual power of the land. This is an adventure into the magical world of the Andes, the Rainforest, and a transformative experience of the ancient mystical rituals of the plant spirit medicines. At our Retreat Centre we also provide the services of a Qualified Yoga teacher. by Editor 123  [ 2007-12-08 ] Modern meditation is the best way to retain your capabilities, inner strength and your positive energies, which is why millions of people are actually going for meditation workshops to fight back their soaring stress level and dealing with the increased complexities of today’s modern life. by Editor 123  [ 2007-12-07 ] Do you feel stressed every time or barely find time to eat your meals and time to relax? by Editor 123  [ 2007-11-30 ] With the changing times, the ways to enjoy the complexities of life has changed too. To run with the increasing pace of time, a person has to be choosing the ways that gives him or her most benefits. by Editor 123  [ 2007-11-29 ] In this fast changing world, the importance of meditation cannot be denied. Every now and then, people are looking for internal peace and happiness in their lives to deal with their constant problems. by Thomas T T  [ 2007-11-23 ] Get alot of great benefits from Hatha Yoga. by Thomas T T  [ 2007-11-21 ] Get alot of great benefits from Ashtanga Yoga. by Sara Valencourt [ 2007-11-06 ] Perhaps one of the most valuable tool you can have for any yoga session is a durable yoga bag and mat. Here are some applicable hints on choosing the right yoga mat and bag for you. With these tips, the life span of your yoga mat will be prolonged. by Thomas T T  [ 2007-10-30 ] Use Yoga Instruction to lose weight. by Richard Bean  [ 2007-10-26 ] Yoga can be applied as a remedial therapy for a wide variety of ailments and health issues. by Richard Bean  [ 2007-10-26 ] Know why Yoga Exercises are good for you. Discover the various health benefits of Yoga practice. by Richard Bean  [ 2007-10-26 ] The most significant way of doing this is through the practice of pranayama (prah-nah-yah-mah), breathing techniques or breath control by Richard Bean  [ 2007-10-26 ] Yoga works great for pregnancy. That’s wonderful and TRUE. But do you know how? by Richard Bean  [ 2007-10-26 ] Know why Yoga Exercises are good for you. Discover the various health benefits of Yoga practice. by Richard Bean  [ 2007-10-26 ] Even though yogis practice non-attachment to physical objects, there are a few things it's useful to have when starting your yoga practice. by Richard Bean  [ 2007-10-26 ] Advice on whether to include yoga in your weight loss regimen. Find out if doing yoga will help you lose weight. by Richard Bean  [ 2007-10-26 ] Yoga relieves back pain by stimulating the mind and by strengthening and fine tuning the body by Richard Bean  [ 2007-10-26 ] Bikram Yoga - Insights about Bikram Yoga and answers to frequently asked questions like why they use heat in the practice by Thomas T T  [ 2007-10-25 ] Bikram Yoga can benetif your body and mind in many ways. by Thomas T T  [ 2007-10-24 ] Yoga Instruction can be a great help to keep a healthy body. by Thomas T T  [ 2007-10-23 ] Learning Bikram Yoga can be a great way to exercise yoga. by Thomas T T  [ 2007-10-22 ] Change your life with yoga instruction, including health, success and happiness. by Sara Valencourt [ 2007-10-12 ] Don't believe that you need a zealous exercise regime to lower blood pressure. Research has shown that with a moderate 30 minute yoga session has many benefits for individuals, particularly for middle aged individuals. by Rajaneesh Awasthi [ 2007-09-26 ] Ashtanga yoga is all about coordinating the breath with a progressive series of posture. All the postures of Ashtanga Yoga aim at the enhancement of the practitioner’s health. by Rajaneesh Awasthi [ 2007-09-26 ] Bikram Yoga can bring about incredible changes to your life. It can even change your perspectives. Bikram Yoga helps you enhance your flexibility, balance, and mental and physical strength. by Rajaneesh Awasthi [ 2007-09-26 ] Hatha Yoga aims at establishing a healthy body, mind and spirit. by Rajaneesh Awasthi [ 2007-09-26 ] Dahn Yoga, with its focus not just limited to the fitness aspects of Yoga, teaches the basic principles and concepts regarding the various mechanisms of body. by Vicki Duong  [ 2007-09-25 ] Having a yoga rug in addition to your yoga mat is always a good idea. In fact, I keep a rug in my cubicle so that I can practice on my warrior and crow poses. by Jez Heath  [ 2007-09-21 ] Pranayama is an important yoga technique entirely separate from the physical poses of yoga asana. Through these specific breathing techniques we can improve the efficiency of our breathing and control the amount of oxygen in the blood and the brain - having a profound impact on our mental health and wellbeing. by Deborah Carraro [ 2007-09-18 ] Yoga supports a holistic approach to medicine, and thereby
fitness. by naren naren [ 2007-08-23 ] “India a land of yogis and mystics” is a quote familiar with the western press. Known for its magical feats and the famous rope trick, India is a land that has always exuded charm. Yoga is a tradition in India and is seen as a means to enlightenment. Yoga is of four basic types, Karma, Bhakti, Jnana and Raja Yoga. Karma deals with action in the world, Jnana deals with knowledge and intellectual endeavor, Bhakti deals with devotion to a deity and Raja yoga deals with meditation by Jez Heath  [ 2007-08-23 ] As counter-intuitive as it may seem at first, one of the most effective treatments for lower back pain is exercise - regardless of the underlying cause of the back pain. Exercise is essential for the development of muscle strength to support the back, as well as bringing nutrients required for healthy soft tissue in the back. by Nirmal Orakh [ 2007-08-13 ] This article is written by Nirmal Orakh. Nirmal is a writer and a professional Driving Instructor.
Due to the nature of his job, he comes across a lot of stressful situations. He has written many
articles on stress. To find more stress relievers,please visit: http://www.stress-freelife.com by sacha tarkovsky  [ 2007-08-12 ] Breathing is one of our basic non-voluntary bodily functions, and is our connection to life itself and we also have control over it, so if we learn to breathe correctly we can actually maximize our health and energy levels.
The correct breathing exercise can be done by anyone you don’t need to know anything about yoga and it is a quick an easy way to look and feel better instantly.
by sacha tarkovsky  [ 2007-08-12 ] Raja Yoga involves simple meditation techniques which lead to experiences of the truth and finally achieve liberation.
The basic breathing techniques of Raja yoga to gain control over the mind and experience deep meditation are outlined below. by Merry parker  [ 2007-08-10 ] Slow and controlled, Yoga asanas are very different from the fast, bouncy motions so popular in Western aerobics, gymnastics and other forms of exercise. Asanas (physical positions) progressively achieved or mastered in 4-levels, help one to achieve the body and mind’s natural condition of being in a relaxed state of being by Kathleen Joyce  [ 2007-08-07 ] Hatha yoga is an ancient form of yoga introduced in the 15th century by an Indian sage called Yogi Swatmarama. The name is composed of 2 words "ha" and "tha" meaning sun and moon and refers to the principal energy channels. It's designed to balance the physical and mental energies in preparation for meditation. by Kathleen Joyce  [ 2007-08-07 ] Yoga for weight loss is a great exercise. It helps to tone the body, increases muscular strength, and improves posture. It also detoxes the body by increasing the flow of oxygen and blood. by Merry parker  [ 2007-07-03 ] As any enthusiastic practitioner of Yoga will tell you, physical and mental therapy is the most important benefit of yoga. by Merry parker  [ 2007-07-03 ] Apart from benefiting sufferers of respiratory illnesses, regular Yoga practice also helps manage pain as in sore joints, arthritis, rheumatism, including other aches and pains. by Merry parker  [ 2007-07-03 ] Derived from the Sanskrit verb ‘Aas’, asana means position, and according to Patanjali, Yoga positions are meant to be smooth by Tom Webb [ 2007-06-29 ] Yoga is the perfect exercise! Anyone can do it, it is easy to learn, requires no specialized equipment, and it is easy on your joints. Yoga combines stretching your muscles and improving your mental condition, along with working out your cardiovascular system.
So if you are looking for the perfect exercise, yoga is it! by kelly Price  [ 2007-06-29 ] Meditation. What is it? It is not easy to put into words exactly, but more of an experience.
Meditation is that experience where one's consciousness becomes engrossed and merged with the object of meditation.
If you are an absolute beginner and are interested in meditation, the guided meditation below is for you.
by Howard G Charing  [ 2007-06-20 ] This article explores the ancient teachings, how discrete bodily postures can generate deep, spiritual, divinatory, and healing experience. This body of knowledge was re-discovered in the 1970’s by Felicitas Goodman. by Tom Webb [ 2007-06-15 ] Yoga is an excellent exercise for stress relief.
If nothing else, the deep breathing exercises
that are part and parcel of yoga will help you
find stress relief. Yoga is an excellent way to
tune out the troubles of the world and relax, now
take a deep breath … by Jez Heath  [ 2007-06-10 ] To match the increasing demand for yoga, more and more yoga centers are opening all the time. For those of us looking for something new, or just starting out for the first time, the choices can be daunting. The health benefits of yoga are worth the search and you’ll learn plenty about yoga, your body and yourself along the way. by Megan McDonough McDonough [ 2007-06-05 ] Henry David Thoreau went to the woods to live deliberately, living in utter simplicity on his land at Walden Pond in Concord, Massachusetts. The question for those of us fully immersed in a typical 21st century day is: rather than retreating to the woods, can we live deliberately, here and now, in the circumstances we currently find ourselves? This article provides yoga perspectives on living deliberately.
by Juliet Cohen  [ 2007-05-26 ] Yoga is an ancient practice that helps create a sense of union in body, mind, and spirit. The most important benefit of yoga is physical and mental therapy. |