\u201cYoga is the journey of the self, through the self and to the self\u201d\u00a0\u2014 The Bhagavad Geeta.<\/p>\n
Yoga helps liberate your body, mind\u00a0and soul. You attain a blissful state of mind through asanas and meditation. International Yoga Day is celebrated on June 21st\u00a0every year. It was internationally recognized by the\u00a0United Nations\u00a0General Assembly\u00a0(UNGA) on December 11, 2014. Prime Minister Narendra Modi\u00a0in his UN Address had suggested the date of June 21, as it is the\u00a0longest day of the year. Yoga has its roots in India and was developed during the Indus-Sarasvati civilization in Northern India over 5000 years ago. The word \u2018yoga\u2019 was first mentioned in the oldest holy book, the Rig Veda.<\/p>\n
Yoga isn\u2019t necessarily a \u2018one-size-fits-all\u2019 practice. Different types of yoga might be best for different people. \u201cA 20-year-old and a 70-year-old probably don\u2019t need the same things. Here is a list of different types of yoga practices practised across the world:<\/p>\n
1. Hatha Yoga<\/strong> – The Sanskrit term \u201chatha\u201d \u00a0refers to\u00a0any\u00a0yoga that teaches\u00a0physical postures. It\u2019s all about the basics in these slower moving classes that require you to hold each pose for a few breaths.<\/p>\n 2. Vinyasa Yoga<\/strong> – This is a dynamic practice that links movement and breath together in a dance-like way. The pace of each pose is quick.<\/p>\n 3. Iyengar Yoga<\/strong> – This yoga is about precision and detail, as well as your\u00a0body\u2019s alignment\u00a0in each pose. Props, from\u00a0yoga blocks\u00a0and blankets to straps or a ropes wall are used and each posture is held for a period of time.<\/p>\n 4. Ashtanga Yoga<\/strong> – If you\u2019re looking for a challenging yet orderly approach to yoga, try Ashtanga. Consisting of six series of specifically sequenced yoga poses, you\u2019ll flow and breathe through each pose to build internal heat.<\/p>\n 5. Bikram Yoga<\/strong> – Bikram consists of a specific series of 26 poses and two breathing exercises practiced in a room heated to approximately 105 degrees and 40 percent humidity. All Bikram studios practice the same 90-minute sequence.<\/p>\n 6. Hot Yoga<\/strong> – Hot yoga\u00a0is similar to Bikram in that it\u2019s practiced in a heated room. But teachers aren\u2019t constrained by the 26-pose Bikram sequence.<\/p>\n 7. Kundalini Yoga<\/strong> – This physically and mentally challenging practice includes kriyas \u2014 repetitive physical exercises coupled with intense breath work \u2014 while also chanting, singing and\u00a0meditating. It is aimed at bringing you a higher level of self-awareness. 9. Restorative Yoga<\/strong> – This slow-moving practice with longer holds gives your body a chance to experience\u00a0deeper relaxation. You\u2019ll also use a variety of props including blankets, bolsters and yoga blocks to fully support your body in each pose.<\/p>\n Yoga is not about enrolling into a class. It is about self practise too. Here are some benefits of practising yoga all by yourself:<\/p>\n Have you been practising yoga watching videos or through a book. Make sure you are not making any errors and accidently causing harm to your body. Here are a few tips to take care:<\/p>\n 1) Skipping the warm-up<\/strong> – Skipping warm up makes your body prone to injuries and muscle pulls.<\/p>\n 2) Uneven Breath<\/strong> – Holding your breath is the biggest sin in yoga practice. And, forced retaining of the breath\u00a0can lead to breakdown of the alveoli walls. Thus, practice a smooth and consistent breathing pattern, as it relaxes the muscles and nervous system.<\/p>\n 3) Mind Full of chatter<\/strong> – Yoga is about connecting the body and mind. You might have the perfect posture, but incessant chatter in the mind, won’t help, relax your mind and be totally involved in yoga.<\/p>\n 4) Pushing too hard<\/strong> – Do not be in a hurry to get an asana right. Unnecessary pushing may lead to injuries.<\/p>\n 5) Uncomfortable clothes<\/strong> – Tight pants, uncomfortable clothes are spoilers in your yoga experience. Wear comfortable, well-fitted clothes inside-out.<\/p>\n 6) Eating or Drinking before an hour<\/strong> – There is a lot of bending, twisting in yoga. Neither do you want to feel nausea, nor do you want all the energy being taken by the digestive process. So keep\u00a0your stomach light and idle\u00a0before the practice.<\/p>\n 7) Skipping Shavasana<\/strong> – Again, time crunch is no excuse to skip Shavasana. As we practice yoga, our energy body expands. And when we lie in Shavasana the energy is centred in the body. Which instills relaxation, stillness in the body. So, lie down for at least a minute, before you complete your practice.<\/p>\n This International yoga day make a resolution. Dedicate a few minutes every day for your mind and body and see it reflect on goof health. Yoga with its many health benefits changes you for the better into a fitter and happier person.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
\n8. Yin Yoga<\/strong> – If you want to calm and balance your body and mind, this is the right yoga for you. The opposite of a faster moving practice like Ashtanga,\u00a0Yin yoga\u00a0poses are held for several minutes at a time. This meditative practice is designed to target your deeper\u00a0connective tissues.<\/p>\nHere are some of the common health benefits of practising yoga:<\/h5>\n
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