Monday, August 18, 2008
Yoga - The Fitness Mantra
...er stressful situation, meditation just works wonders. Meditation helps in controlling over reaction and sudden emotional outbursts. Both the practices of mediation and Pranayama, rejuvenates our body - physically as well as mentally.
Benefits of Yoga:
1. Helps in reversing the aging process.
2. Provides excellent balance and strength.
3. Strengthens the leg muscles.
4. Strengthens the bones and prevents them from fractures.
5. Increases the activeness and range of motion.
6. Body becomes more flexible.
7. Resistant power of the body increases.
8. Helps in the recovery of a number of chronic diseases.
9. Maintains and stabilizes blood sugar.
10. Blood circulation increases.
11. Increases the body's metabolic rate.
12. Conditions of bad hip, back and spine problems show miraculous improvement.
"You are never too old to do Yoga."
Yoga and its practices do not know any age. But it is important that one should always consult the house physician or a yoga specialist before starting. However, Pranayama or the Deep Breathing is the most recommended and safest form, which anybody can start off with.more
Starting a Yoga Practice
...like other forms of exercise, yoga is an entire system of self-care that addresses the mind, body and spirit. There is no competition in yoga, especially with yourself; it is important to be aware that this is YOUR practice and YOUR time, you need only be present in the moment and the motion, surrender to the passage of time in this sacred space; accept yourself, breathe in love and joy. Be aware of the breath, if you cannot breathe deeply and smoothly, ease your position in the pose - remember that there is no competition in this space, surrender to your body and breath. When you are preparing to move into a pose, be aware of your body, take the shape of the pose, delight in the forms your body takes, and luxuriate in the feeling of natural movement. Modify the poses as you need to in order to maintain proper alignment and easy breath. Resist the urge to push further than the body wants to go, your body will move you deeper into the practice when it is ready. If you feel tired during your practice, sit back into childs pose and rest - do not rush, there is time. There is no pain in yoga. Breathe.
Namaste "the Divine in me honours the Divine in you"more
Yoga teacher Guidelines for Assisting, Part 2
...is a little additional food for thought. Imagine a new student - arriving late, skipping the warm-up, who didnt sign a release form, and no one had time to explain any precautions to him or her. This student could possibly be pregnant or have a serious medical condition.
Are you just a nice person, giving by nature, or just plain foolish, when it comes to protecting your own interests? The law does not care, and negligence is dealt with quite harshly. One lawsuit is all it will take for most Yoga businesses to permanently close. It does not matter if you win, ...more
Teaching Yoga for Stress Management - The Demand for Teen Stress Solutions
...ot eat their meals together. This turns contemporary families into strangers, who live in the same home. From the time a child is born, there is a need for solid relationships, with the rest of the family unit.
If relationships within the family have become strained, due to divorce, separation, death, fighting, or illness, there is still time for mending family ties. Professional counseling should be a consideration, as well as, participation in non-competitive activities. This is where Yoga can fit into the family's weekly schedule. When families make an appointment to practice Yoga together, this will solidify the individual relationships within.
Yoga teachers and studios shou...more
