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How to Release Your Inner Strength with Meditation

Monday, January 23rd, 2012

yoga teacher trainingBy Sangeetha Saran

All of us go through times when we feel overwhelmed by the trauma, stress, or loss in our lives. What makes one person persevere and overcome obstacles while another gives up at the first hint of failure? Many Yoga classes are filled with students who are developing the inner strength to deal with stress.  Chances are that it is not the stressful circumstances, but the way we react to them and the solutions we discover that determine the outcome. While each of us is born with certain personality traits, we can learn from Yoga and meditation to be more resilient by embracing new opportunities, being open to challenges, and learning from our mistakes.

Our life experiences, our circumstances, and our belief systems partially determine our ability to bounce back from adversity, and we have little control over some of these factors. However, our inner strength, or resilience, is a different story. We determine how we want to interpret the events in our lives, and our emotional state is a result of those decisions. Fortunately, we can learn the skills necessary to deal with change, and one of these is meditation.

Meditation helps to build resiliency and release inner strength in several ways:

• It gives us a sense of connectedness and helps us detach from the fear of loss or pain.

• It opens the heart and brings a sense of freedom.

• It helps us to see trauma and loss as part of a purification process.

• It encourages perseverance and dedication.

• It builds compassion and awareness.

• It enables us to reach a state of surrender and acceptance.

• It leads to a sense of purpose and fulfillment.

Meditation serves as a metaphor for life itself. Not only does it require the development of dedication and self-control, but it also illustrates the value of working toward and achieving long-term goals. The knowledge that we can rise to the occasion in the midst of doubt and fear is an invaluable lesson. Henry David Thoreau expressed the value of releasing internal strength by saying, “What lies behind us and what lies ahead of us are tiny matters compared to what lives within us.” The answers lie deep inside of us, and meditation is the key that opens the door.

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How to Find a Style of Meditation for You

Thursday, January 19th, 2012

yoga instructor trainingBy Jenny Park

Although the history of meditation dates back to ancient Vedic texts, the Beatles introduced the healing art to the United States in the 1960s. In the decades that followed, the once-mysterious practice became the target of scientific research and slowly penetrated mainstream American culture. Accepted today in many hospitals and churches, meditation has evolved into a variety of styles that encompass everything from its Transcendental roots to contemporary contemplative prayer.

For Yogis, the path seems obvious. Not only is meditation one of the eight limbs of Yoga, but postures and breathing also prepare the body for meditation. Those who choose other paths will find a wide range of contemporary options. While purists sometimes contend that contemporary techniques water down the authentic practice, clinical studies show benefits to physical, emotional, and mental health.

Five Meditation Facts for Beginners

• Searching for a meditation practice is like any other endeavor in life. It requires scrutiny and experimentation. Don’t give up until you find the one that works for you.

• Be wary of teachers or programs that charge excessive amounts of money or insist their way is the only way. There are many reasonably priced programs, and there is no “one” path. If you choose, you can teach yourself.

• Meditation can consist of physical practices, such as qigong or Yoga; but it can also involve any introspective and repetitive action, such as walking, painting or playing a musical instrument.

• While meditation is called by different names, the goals of any form meditation are the same: union with the divine, self-realization, enlightenment or nirvana.

• Meditation needs to be consistent, but short sessions help to avoid discouragement and feelings of failure in the beginning. Do not give up because you miss a day or have trouble focusing during a session.

Many Yoga classes end with brief meditations, making them good alternatives for beginners. Other preferences include guided meditations; music with binaural beats; focusing on mantras or objects, such as a candle flame; and concentrating on the breath.

If you have experienced what psychologists call “flow,” chances are you have already been in a meditative state. The simple act of practicing mindfulness – living in the present moment while feeling compassion or forgiving – is a quintessential practice that brings peace in the midst of daily life and is available to all.

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Teaching Yoga: Demonstrating Yoga Techniques

Friday, January 13th, 2012

yoga teacher training courseBy Dr. Paul Jerard, E-RYT 500

The difficulty and complexity of Yoga techniques can range from quite simple to potentially complex. One of the tasks of a Yoga instructor is to simplify the process of executing the postures. It takes a bit of practice to be able to lead the students into a more complex pose or pranayama technique, step-by-step. You want the movements to be smooth and easy, the verbal cues to be concise, and your physical demonstration to be accurate.

When you demonstrate Yoga techniques to your students, it is often beneficial to give a bit of background information, such as the history of the technique, the purpose of a posture, or defining the precision of a pranayama technique. It is also important to let your students know about the benefits of each technique, as well as the potential risks or concerns. When introducing new Yoga poses or pranayama techniques, let the students watch you first, as you verbally explain it. Then, let them try it while giving verbal cues. Practice new Yoga poses a few times before adding them into a specific sequence or flow of poses.

Liability is part of the responsibility of being a Yoga instructor. In order to make sure each of your students is safe, you must know your students. Yoga teachers need to be aware if a student has a health problem, injury, or some other area of concern. When you know your students, you can give specific advice, props, and modifications to them for postures that may pose a risk. It is also beneficial to break down more complex Yoga poses into steps. Demonstrate each step, and how to progress to the next step, until the posture is complete.

Make sure you are easily visible to all of your students. This can pose a challenge when you are teaching a large class, with limited space. When the instructor is at the front of the room, facing the students, this could limit visibility for students on the fringe of the class, or students in the back. Avoid potential problems by setting up the class in a way where mats are staggered, or by forming a semi-circle around you. Be aware of the students who might not have the best visibility, and communicate with them to make sure they are with you during the entire class. You might also change the position of your mat from time to time, if it will give the students a better view of the pose.

Demonstrating can also be difficult, when you are walking around the room making physical assists and adjustments. When you are walking around the room, there are times, when it is best to briefly demonstrate in an area where students who do not usually have the best angle can see you. As your Yoga classes expand in size, it is wise to have other teachers in the room to help with adjustments. This extra attention from an assistant provides each Yoga student the optimum learning experience.

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Teaching Yoga: The Best Methods for Observing Yoga Classes

Saturday, January 7th, 2012

yoga teacher trainingBy Amruta Kulkarni, CYT 250

Good yoga teaching encompasses a wide range of skills and knowledge. The best yoga teachers are often “naturals,” having an innate ability to reach students in a positive, uplifting manner. However, many important teaching skills and methods can be learned. The most successful teachers are constantly self-evaluating, observing peers, and continually striving to make themselves more effective. Observation in itself is somewhat of an art, with different methods appropriate for various situations. When evaluating other yoga instructors, it is important to focus the observation on a particular skill or method.

For beginning yoga instructors, it is beneficial to sit in on a class with a particularly experienced instructor to get a feeling for how he or she runs the class as a whole. During initial observations, it is okay not to have a specific goal in mind, but to just absorb the atmosphere, structure, and flow of the class.

Once new instructors find a mentor, or study another yoga teacher’s methods they admire, it is appropriate to observe a number of times. Determine one specific piece of the yoga class to carefully observe, and take notes as necessary. Perhaps you might focus on the flow of the postures, noting the order of the poses and how they flow into each other. Observe the yoga instructor’s interaction with the students. How does he or she welcome the yoga students, explain postures, note possible modifications, or give cues throughout class? Stay focused on the determined area of observation, while noting any questions that come up during class.

After observing, it is important to talk to the yoga instructor about what you observed. Perhaps he or she can give you some more specific information about the particular teaching methods used, or you can discuss any specific situations that arose during class and how they were handled. Do not be afraid to ask any and all questions that came up for you during class. If a yoga teacher has no time to answer questions, do you really want to learn from him or her?

Take some time after observations to journal about what you saw, noting the methods that you can see yourself using in your own future yoga classes. Personal reflection is important as you begin a yoga teaching career, and should be implemented throughout, as you grow and learn through teaching.

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First Rule of the Yoga Fight Club

Friday, December 30th, 2011

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Have you ever thought that what was missing from your Yoga practice was… a blow to the head? Apparently, some practitioners in New York thought so, because there are now classes being offered which blend kickboxing and Yoga, known as the ‘Yoga Fight Club.’

Yoga Fight Club is not really held in an abandoned building, and it rarely results in injuries. It is a class that starts with twenty minutes or so of flowing asanas, typical of vinyasa style. The class then includes boxing drills and high intensity cardio. It does NOT include actual combat, or even contact with fellow classmates.

Is this kind of fusion beneficial to the Yoga movement today, or does it water down the practice with topical trends? Margaret Burns Vap, who founded Big Sky Yoga Retreats in 2007, offers hybrid classes with Yoga and hiking, skiing and horseback riding. “I firmly believe that yoga helps you do anything better,” she says, in an article in the Daily Californian newspaper on Yoga fusion classes. Still, one wonders about moments of silence and self-awareness within a class where you punch and kick a la Tyler Durbin. While the goal of a traditional Yoga class may be to make the practitioner conclude feeling grounded and in touch with the body, the goal of many Yoga fusion classes is to make a person feel that they’ve received a cardio workout.

Combining two very different practices may mean that you attract a wide group of students, who would not have participated in the “original” format- or it may mean that you have a group of people disappointed when their expectations are not met. Students may have a poor understanding of one or both practices and feel dissatisfied, leading to lower retention rates. If you choose to offer fusion style Yoga classes, be sure that you have a deep understanding of the mediums you are combining. Taking a weekend Pilates workshop will not make a Yoga instructor an excellent Pilates teacher. Injury rates are higher in classes where the teacher may be unfamiliar with all the movements. Be certain that the class description does justice to the fusion class. Will it be fast-paced or move more slowly? What kind of clothing should participants wear? A well-planned fusion Yoga class can be a joy to students and instructors, but that Canadian Yoga-curling fusion class may live in infamy.

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Drishti for Concentration during Yoga Poses

Thursday, December 22nd, 2011

yoga teacher distance learningBy Faye Martins

In Yoga classes, we often hear instructions about where to focus our drishti or gaze while doing Yoga postures. A Yoga practitioner or a new Yoga teacher might wonder how the focus of our drishti impacts our levels of power and concentration when we are practicing Yoga asanas. When our gaze is not focused in any particular direction or point, our level of concentration may be diminished. As a practitioner’s level of concentration is diminished, so is the ability to hold the pose and derive the most benefit from it.

It is frequently the experience of many Yoga students and teachers that where our gaze goes, so does our mind. If we are practicing a balancing posture such as Tree Pose or Eagle Pose, an unfocused gaze and a wandering mind will negatively impact our ability to successfully hold the posture. If you have ever played tennis or golf, the effect is similar in these athletic endeavors. The tennis ball usually goes where you are looking, even if you intend for it to go elsewhere! The trajectory of a golf ball will also follow the arc of your gaze.

In order to maintain your levels of power, concentration and the internal integrity of the Yoga postures, incorporating the practice of focusing your drishti on a prescribed point will amplify your level of concentration and your ability to unwaveringly hold the posture. Let’s take the example of Warrior III Pose. This pose is also known as Flying Warrior. To practice this posture, a Yoga student usually links together Warrior I and Warrior II. From Warrior II, he or she leans over the front foot, lifting the other foot off the floor while extending his or her arms out over the end of the front of the Yoga mat and perpendicular to the floor. Of course, balancing on one foot for any length of time is challenging.

If a Yoga student focuses his or her gaze approximately six inches in front of the standing leg on a spot on the floor, and holds his or her gaze steady on this spot while practicing the posture, the Yoga student’s ability to concentrate, focus and balance on one foot will be greatly enhanced. Many Yoga poses offer optimal benefits if the poses are held for three to five breaths. Sometimes the poses are held for even longer periods of time. Practicing the recommended drishti or gaze while engaging in Yoga asana practice will increase your levels of power and concentration as well as your ability to stay in the postures for an ample enough amount of time to gain the benefits of the asana.

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About Yoga Teacher Ethics

Friday, November 4th, 2011

yoga certificationBy Bhavan Kumar 

Around 2,000 years ago, Maharishi Patanjali developed what he called the eight limbs of Yoga. Today, only three are widely known: breathing techniques, postures, and meditation. The other five parts, however, remain as relevant to modern society as they were to ancient India. The first two limbs, the Yamas and Niyamas, deal with ethics and morality. These principles still provide the standards for Yoga teachers in the 21st century.

What are the Yamas and Niyamas?

They are universal truths found at the heart of all great teachings, but the Yamas and Niyamas are more than just rules. They also embody the knowledge accumulated by Yogis in their search for happiness, health, and harmony over the centuries. The Yamas cover morals, and the Niyamas deal with ethics.

The following quote emphasizes their importance as a foundation for the practice of Yoga: “When a yogin becomes qualified by practicing Yama and Niyama, then the yogin can proceed to asana and the other means.” — Yoga Bhashya Vivarana (II.29)

The Yamas, or restraints, exemplify five principles of right living:

• Ahimsa, or non-violence

• Satya, or truth in thought and word

• Asteya, or non-stealing

• Brahmacharya, or moderation

• Aparigraha, or non-coveting

The Niyamas, or observances, demonstrate actions of balanced living:

• Sauca, or purity

• Santosha, or contentment

• Tapas, or discipline

• Svadhyaya, or self-study

• Ishawar-Pranidhana, or surrender

Although the ethical practice and teaching of Yoga revolves around these tenets, their intention is not to overwhelm or restrict practitioners from living fully. Instead, their goal to help students and teachers embrace life in its entirety, with harmony and joy.

How do these ideals influence Yoga classes?

• Yoga becomes a lifestyle for teachers and students.

• Students learn to accept their limitations and be kind to their bodies.

• There is an atmosphere of abundance rather than scarcity.

• Competition gives way to acceptance and cooperation.

• Students are polite and respectful of others.

• Self-awareness leads to fewer injuries and greater satisfaction.

• The practice becomes internally oriented.

When Yoga teachers personify the Yogic philosophy, Yoga becomes a metaphor for life itself. The journey, not the destination, becomes its primary objective.

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Yoga Techniques for Substance Abuse

Friday, September 23rd, 2011

yoga certificationBy Sangeetha Saran

Although scientific research has been limited, there is strong anecdotal evidence to support the practice of Yoga in the treatment and management of addictions. In one randomized study done at a methadone clinic in Boston, studies found that Yoga was as least as effective as traditional group therapy.

Although more evidence is needed for substance abuse, there is comprehensive data to support its effects on stress-related illnesses. The link between stress and addictions is well known, and scientists have documented the effect of Yoga on good mental health. Others have observed similarities between Yogic philosophy and 12-step programs, and there is little doubt that Yoga complements traditional treatments for many conditions.

Potential Benefits of Yoga in Treatment of Substance Abuse

• Reduces stress

• Increases self-esteem

• Improves physical health

• Provides social support

• Enhances mental health

• Complements other recovery programs

• Encourages spiritual growth and beauty

Yoga teaches practitioners to live in the present moment: to examine the inner self, to be aware of the breath, and to notice physical sensations. This alone is helpful for battling compulsions and panic attacks. Addicts, like others, hold emotions in their mental and physical bodies. Yoga clears blockages in the energy system, promoting recovery from past trauma.

Yoga Techniques for Substance Abuse

• Asana

The physical practice of Yoga postures, such as Forward Bends and Warrior Poses, keeps practitioners in the moment, reducing compulsions and negative thinking. Exercise also contributes to better self-control and a sense of overall wellbeing.

• Pranayama

When people are tense and worried, their breathing becomes shallow and rapid. Controlled breathing brings the senses to the present moment, reduces anxiety, and stimulates the circulatory system with an oxygen-rich flow of blood and lymph.

When working with students who have a history of substance abuse, it has been my experience that they never realized the feeling of euphoria that pranayama can bring. In Yoga classes, students should be made aware of how prana is similar to candy, but they do not have to be concerned with gaining weight or tooth decay. Pranayama does not cost a dime, makes you feel fantastic, and it is calorie free.

• Meditation

Meditation has always been a part of spiritual and healing practices, and some of the world’s most prestigious universities have endorsed its benefits. Whether labeled as prayer, mindfulness, or one of its many other names, meditation is an ancient art recognized by both the traditional and the holistic care system.

Conclusion

The eight limbs of Yoga, like most timeless teachings, promote a healthy lifestyle that unifies the mind, the body, and the spirit. Unless otherwise indicated, Yoga is recommended as a complement to treatment for substance abuse, not as a replacement for more traditional programs.

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Kids Yoga for Emotional Healing

Monday, September 19th, 2011

yoga teacher trainingBy Sangeetha Saran 

Yoga is an ancient system of physical postures, breathing techniques and relaxation exercises that promote wellbeing on all levels. Yoga classes that are geared for kids are no exception. The systematic practice of Yoga offers well-documented benefits to Yoga students physically, psychologically and spiritually. Yoga classes that are geared for kids can help a child or teenager to feel better both physically and emotionally.

Of course, practicing Yoga asanas on a consistent basis will help a young person to feel stronger, lighter and more flexible. On an emotional level, this new level of physical fitness and aptitude will boost a young person’s sense of self-mastery and self-esteem. Emotionally, a higher level of both mastery and self-esteem are very important in supporting a young person in reaching for his or her dreams. The mastery of Yoga postures on the mat will support a sense of self-confidence as a young person continues his or her journey out into the world.

Kids Yoga classes can also promote emotional healing by reducing anxiety and easing depressive symptoms. Many kids today suffer from being constantly stressed by their academic, social and familial obligations. Succeeding in today’s competitive world is challenging at best and at times, very overwhelming. This overwhelming sense of being crunched for time and energy on a frequent basis can cause too much cortisol and adrenalin to be released into the bloodstream. When these stress hormones stay too high for too long, they can cause a sense of being unbalanced, anxious and depressed. A regular practice of Yoga will help a child to lower his or her anxiety level and to settle, ground and feel less overwhelmed.

Many children and teenagers today also struggle with ADHD. This disorder is marked by unbalanced brain chemistry, an overactive nervous system and an inability to focus and concentrate on important tasks. Practicing Yoga asanas will release pent-up energy. Incorporating regular pranayama exercises with Yoga asanas will also help to balance the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems allowing for a greater sense of ease and wellbeing. The concentration that a vigorous Yoga practice requires will also develop a child’s ability to focus on one task at a time. This power of dharana or concentration can also be honed by a brief period of meditation at the end of a kids’ Yoga class. These are some of the ways that a consistent practice of Yoga can alleviate the symptoms of ADHD and support a child’s continued emotional healing and wellbeing.

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Kids Yoga for Healing Injuries

Saturday, September 17th, 2011

yoga teacher trainingBy Faye Martins

Kids Yoga can be utilized for healing injuries. Of course, this depends on what kind of injury we are talking about! A pulled hamstring is very different from a severe head concussion. Many minor injuries, strains, sprains, aches, and pains can be alleviated by a regular practice of Yoga. Yoga classes that are geared for kids incorporate the same traditional standing and sitting poses as adult Yoga classes. Many minor injuries can be addressed and healed by a consistent Yoga practice. In the case of serious injuries such as a concussion, broken bones and so on, please consult with your family physician before enrolling your child in a Yoga class.

Yoga is an incredibly therapeutic system of physical postures and exercises for strengthening, stabilizing and balancing both the body and mind. Many injuries arise because of the misalignment of the spine, overuse of a particular group of muscles and weakness in one or more parts of the body. Yoga postures help to strengthen, stretch and balance the entire body in such a way as to ameliorate current injuries, speed up the healing process of these injuries and prevent future injuries.

For example, if a child has injured his shoulder during wrestling practice or her hamstring during ballet practice, practicing Yoga postures will help to gently stretch and strengthen the compromised muscles and ligaments. Gentle exercises will help to bring fresh blood and nutrients to the areas that are injured speeding up the recovery process. Yoga asanas will also help to balance and strengthen the entire body so that a particular set of muscles is not overused and more vulnerable to future strains and sprains. Overuse of a specific muscle or group of muscles on a repetitive basis is one of the primary causes of minor muscles injuries.

Yoga can help children to improve the level of their overall health by strengthening all of the core muscle groups and increasing their level of flexibility so that minor injuries may be avoided in the future. If a child is contending with a more serious level of injury, it is best to get the approval of your family doctor before engaging in any new exercise regime, including Yoga. If your doctor gives you the “green light,” you may still want to consider a few private Yoga lessons with a certified Yoga instructor in order to safely initiate a therapeutic Yoga practice for your child. A certified Yoga instructor will be able to help your child learn how to practice a series of Yoga postures safely in order to enhance and support the healing process.

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