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Yoga Poses to Impress

Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012

By Jenny Park

Let’s face it; some of us practice asanas for vanity’s sake. Maybe you want to impress this guy or girl who you see walking on the beach every morning. You can’t seem to find a way to strike up a conversation, but if you expose your interest in yoga, your potential relationship could go well.

Yoga postures, when practiced regularly, offer a myriad of health benefits. It can improve flexibility and stress levels, oxygenate the blood and it has been practiced for over 5,000 years. All of these aspects of yoga posture are important, but sometimes, one simply needs to ask: which yoga poses will make me look most attractive while done on a beach?

If you are looking for yoga asanas to impress others, start with positioning. Choose a spot that is out of the tidal zone if the tide is coming in, and stay out of the path of joggers. Facing out to sea is calming and presents a good visual frame for your yoga poses. Wear close-fitting clothes that don’t become transparent when damp.

Once you have selected your location, it is time to consider which yoga asanas will be most effective. Choose yoga poses in which you are confident- falling over ruins the effects. Avoid folding into forward bends, as they make the face turn red and leave the behind sticking up in the air. Poses like Garudasana or Eagle Pose contort the body and may be suggestive of needing to visit the facilities. Arm balances and headstands can be unstable when done on sand or on an incline, so proceed only with caution.

Starting in Tadasana, or Mountain Pose or Urdhva Hastasana or Upward Salute gives an air of calm and strength. Upward Salute is also known as the Palm Tree Pose, making it ideal for a beach location. For women, Setu Bandha Sarvangasana, or Bridge Pose, or Ustrasana, or Camel Pose is an excellent heart opener and provides a great silhouette. Men can try Virabhadrasana II or Warrior II Pose for a manly presence. Utthita Trikonasana, or Extended Triangle Pose, lengthens the limbs and looks attractive on both sexes.

To invite a friendly conversation at the end of yoga practice, try seated poses. Sukhasana or Easy Pose, or Padmasana or Lotus Pose are non-threatening and allow the breath to stabilize, this is all the better to discuss the sunrise with other beach visitors. If your sequence impresses others, you may be on your way to a joint Savasana or a future meeting in a yoga studio later.

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First Rule of the Yoga Fight Club

Friday, December 30th, 2011

By Jenny Park

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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What are the Benefits of the Khechari Mudra?

Friday, December 23rd, 2011

By Faye Martins

A regular, proficient practice of Khechari Mudra is said to release the very elixir of life. The term “khechari” is derived from two Sanskrit roots that are translated as meaning “one who moves the sky.” In other words, an ardent practice of this tongue lock mudra will propel a devotee into a state of the universal awareness of God. As the tongue puts pressure on the soft palate in the middle indentation located on the roof of the mouth, a variety of sensitive glands are stimulated and are release tiny drops of ambrosial nectar.

This nectar is known as amrita in Sanskrit. It is said to relieve all hunger and thirst in very advanced practitioners. For the rest of us, it clears the energetic pathways of the Sashumna Nadi and allows the awakened Kundalini Shakti energy to continue her ascension up through the seven chakras until she pierces the Crown Chakra where the devotee’s consciousness merges into God’s consciousness. A regular practice of this mudra will keep these energetic pathways clear and stabilize a practitioner’s consciousness in the higher chakras.

Practicing the Khechari Mudra also stimulates the release of “feel good” neurotransmitters such as dopamine. With the release of calming and soothing hormones, a Khechari Mudra practitioner also experiences a profound state of calmness and well-being. Additionally, applying pressure to the points on the roof of the mouth helps to balance out the energetic pathways throughout the body. In this way, incorporating a regular practice of the Khechari Mudra into your Yoga practice will help to revitalize your entire being as the nectar of the gods is released and flows from the bindu located at the Third Eye Chakra throughout your whole body. It is even said that practicing the Khechari Mudra has the power to awaken the divine Kundalini Shakti energy that lies coiled at the base of the spine.

Khechari Mudra

To practice Khechari Mudra, sit in a comfortable position on a chair or on a blanket or Yoga mat on the floor. Close your eyes and fold your tongue back and up towards the soft spot in the middle of the roof of your mouth. Gently apply pressure to this point with the tip of your tongue. Practice Ujjayi breathing or ocean-sounding breath as you perform Khechari Mudra. Hold this mudra for several minutes. When you have completed the practice, sit for a few moments and feel the calm and expansiveness throughout your being.

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Yoga for Preschool Children

Tuesday, December 20th, 2011

By Jenny Park

Preschoolers are an interesting bunch with personalities exploding, blooming curiosity for the world around them, and fierce independence emerging as they begin to inch away from parents and caregivers to establish their own place in the world. Preschoolers learn how to say, “Please,” and “Thank You,” how to address adults with respect, how to ask politely when they need something, and how to share precious items with others.

These behaviors do not come naturally to children, and must be taught with patience, consistency, and modeling by the adults and older children in their lives. Most preschoolers seem to be filled with boundless energy, which can be a problem for parents when they do not get adequate time and activities to release it. Yoga for preschool is one way to help young children focus their energy in a positive way.

Since healthy habits and behaviors are developed now, it makes it the perfect time to introduce the actions and philosophy behind yoga. By exposing young children to the practice of yoga, you are giving them tools to use for the rest of their lives. These are Yogic tools for keeping a healthy mind and body, for releasing stress, for energizing themselves, and for developing important mind-body awareness. Benefits of yoga for preschoolers include increased strength, flexibility, ability to concentrate, and confidence.

Yoga practice for preschool children should be in short, 15-minute sessions. Explain some of the philosophies behind yoga in terms the children can easily understand. Encourage children to listen to their breathing, feel their muscles stretching, and begin to listen to their bodies while letting their minds be still. Yoga instructors will often create modified versions of the poses, or relate the poses to animals or nature, which the children can easily relate to. Instructors might also create an animated story where the children must act out certain parts with yoga poses. Regardless of the method of delivery, children’s yoga classes should be interactive and entertaining. Yoga instructors should strive to provide a comfortable, fun atmosphere where children will want to come again and again. Accuracy of the poses is not the goal of the class, but rather an appreciation for the art and science of yoga.

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Yoga Pranayama Exercises for Seasonal Affective Disorder

Thursday, December 15th, 2011

By Gopi Rao

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that fluctuates with the seasons. It is most prevalent in areas of the world that receive little or no sunlight during the fall and winter seasons. The sun’s rays and Vitamin D production from sunlight helps to keep our brain chemistry optimally balanced. When we don’t get enough sunlight, serotonin and dopamine levels begin to fall. These are two critical neurotransmitters in the brain that keep our moods positive and healthy. Low levels of serotonin, dopamine and Vitamin D are some of the main causes of depression. Taking walks in the brief periods of winter sunshine is a great way to help boost your serotonin and Vitimin D levels. A walk of even ten minutes will help your body to produce enough Vitamin D for the day.

Although SAD is most frequently experienced on a seasonal basis, it is a serious form of depression. The symptoms of SAD include body aches, decreased levels of social engagement and physical activity, trouble focusing, poor sleep, little or no sex drive, crying spells and irritability. All of these symptoms are the same for major depressive disorder. People who are prone to Seasonal Affective Disorder may become so despondent, suicidal thoughts may arise. It is important to take care of yourself well during the fall and winter months if you know that you are prone to this disorder. Make sure that you exercise regularly, eat well and get enough rest. If you have a tendency to get depressed during the wintertime, be careful not to isolate yourself. Plan some activities with friends and family that lift your spirits.

Maintaining a regular Yoga practice during the fall and winter months will also help to prevent SAD. If possible, practicing Yoga for an hour a day is a great way to keep yourself physically and mentally balanced and healthy. There are many Yoga asanas that help to enhance your physical well-being. A solid, well-rounded practice of Yoga asanas will keep you strong and flexible. Incorporating pranayama or Yogic breathing exercises into your practice will help greatly to keep your brain chemistry balanced during the winter months. There are pranayama exercises that are relaxing and others that are invigorating. Bastrika Breathing is a pranayama exercise that is very cleansing and invigorating. It will help to energize you, circulate fresh oxygen and blood throughout your body and help you release any negativity you may be holding onto.

Bastrika Breathing

Begin by sitting comfortably on your Yoga mat or on a chair. Take a full deep breaths. This Yogic breathing (pranayama) exercise is also known as Bellow’s Breath because it is similar to the movement of an old-fashioned bellow that fans the flames of a fire. To begin, inhale half-way through your nose and expel the air forcefully as you pull in your diaphragm. Continue to breath in this way, pulling in and expelling the air forcefully through your nose. You may wish to do three rounds of ten, twenty or thirty breaths in this way. Rest between each round by taking some long, slow breaths. Do not do more than three rounds at a time. After you have completed three rounds, sit quietly for a few minutes to feel the peace and energy pervading your entire body and mind.

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Yoga Poses to Cultivate Compassion during the Holidays

Wednesday, December 14th, 2011

By Kimaya Singh

The holiday season is a time when we are all asked to be compassionate. Compassion may come in the form of financial donations to organizations or individuals in need, or it may come in the form of volunteer work to support those organizations. Compassion is defined as the awareness of other’s distress along with the deep desire to alleviate that distress. Compassion may be self-directed, or it may be other-directed. Compassion may also be directed towards other animal species, plants and the earth. If we are very judgmental or critical of ourselves, we will have difficulty feeling compassion for ourselves and may even have difficulty feeling compassion for others.

Yoga poses that open up the heart area help to cultivate a deep sense of compassion for others and us. Practicing a brief period of meditation focused on compassion after practicing Yoga asanas that stimulate and open the heart region will help to solidify this awareness. In the past few years, researchers have been able to pinpoint the beneficial consequences of nurturing compassionate thoughts through magnetic resonance imaging devices of the brain. Not only is a feeling of compassion beneficial to others, it also helps to positively balance our own brain chemistry and prevent depression. Additionally, researchers have found that compassionate thoughts and actions actually improve the functioning of our neurological and endocrine systems. Scientists found that participants in a mindfulness meditation program study focused on compassion were less reactive to stress and were better able to handle emotionally upsetting situations.

Yoga poses that make us feel better overall will help us to feel less irritable and more compassionate. Slowing down to do a full Yoga practice will also give a Yogi or Yogini the time to think about others. In Buddhist traditions, the fruits of spiritual practice are frequently offered up as a gift for all sentient beings. Offering the well being, health and happiness of your practice up to others is a great way to increase your feelings of compassion. A wonderful Yoga asana for cultivating compassion during the holiday season is a heart-centered Shavasana or Corpse Pose. As you lie in Shavasana, place your hands over your heart. Think of a Yoga pose that was particularly difficult for you today. See yourself striving to do the pose well and possibly failing. Feel great compassion for yourself as you remember how hard you tried to perform the Yoga asana. Send loving energy into your heart chakra with wisdom, tenderness and compassion.

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The Bhakti Yoga Practice of Japa

Wednesday, November 16th, 2011

By Sangeetha Saran

One of the Bhakti Yoga practices espoused in the Bhagavata Purana is the practice of Japa or mantra repetition. Bhakti Yoga practice comprises a comprehensive system for obtaining oneness with God through longing and devotion. The underlying intention of all nine of the Bhakti Yoga practices enumerated in the Bhagavata Purana is to help the devotee remain firmly and constantly in touch with his or her chosen Guru or deity. This practice of remaining connected to one’s chosen form of the divine is known as “Ishta Deva” in Sanskrit.

When a Yogi or Yogini seeks spiritual initiation from a Guru, the uncoiling of the divine energy residing in the spiritual seeker is often awakened through an enlivened mantra from that Guru’s lineage. This enlivened mantra is said to vibrate with the very essence of the divinity of God that resides in the hearts of all human beings. The Kundalini Shakti is awakened both through the longing of the devotee and the intention or sankalpa of the Guru he or she has chosen. The karma and readiness of an individual to receive Shaktipat initiation is also a factor in the strength of the awakening of the Kundalini Shakti energy.

With the Guru’s permission and grace, the Kundalini Shakti is awakened from her slumber at the base of the Yoga practitioner’s spine. Quite often, the chanting of an enlivened mantra from the Guru’s lineage purifies the energy pathways throughout the devotee’s physical, mental and emotional bodies. This purification allows the divine energy to arise and start her ascent up the Shushumna Nadi, which is the energy meridian that runs up the spinal column. When she reaches and penetrates the Crown Chakra at the top of the head, great bliss and wisdom arises in the devotee.

The Bhakti Yoga practice of Japa or mantra repetition is a very powerful way for the devotee to remain energetically connected to his or her Guru. It is also highly portable. One can repeat a mantra without detection in all sorts of situations. The vibrations of the syllables of the mantra, particularly a mantra that was given to a Yogi or Yogini by his or her teacher, will have a powerful cleansing and nourishing effect on the awakened Kundalini Shakti. The repetition of the mantra (japa) will also help a Bhakti Yogi to remain firmly rooted in the awareness and remembrance of his or her Guru and the Guru’s teachings.

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Insight Into The Upanishads

Saturday, October 29th, 2011

By Jenny Park

Depending on whom you are, your yoga practice may stop or begin on your yoga mat. Some people practice once a week at the local health club, while others live, read, and breathe yoga – every day. Either way, each of us continues to practice for many different reasons.

Some yoga practitioners may find themselves inevitably exposed to the culture and history of the Indian subcontinent and the religion that spawned from it. One integral symbol, the Upanishads, has roots in Indian culture as deep as the religion it is aligned with. But what are the Upanishads and what do they say?

Basic Theology: What is Hinduism?

To many in the western world, the Abrahamic religions, are thought to be the oldest established religions. In actuality, Hinduism dates back thousands of years before the rise of Abraham, and is so old that anthropologists cannot specify one single date.

Hindus believe that there is a supreme being known as Brahman, who inhabits every aspect of the world. An individual must perform their dharma, or worldly duties, in order to balance karma in a positive favor. It is considered impossible to achieve “enlightenment” in one lifetime, and the belief in reincarnation describes that an individual is born into a status based on their karma and the accomplishment of dharma in the previous life.

Ultimately, by performing one’s dharma over several lifetimes, an individual may break the cycle of samsara or reincarnation and join Brahman which is referred to as achieving nirvana.

Scripture: What Are The Upanishads?

The Upanishads are a collection of scriptures that are thought to have had an important influence on the early development of Hinduism. Currently, there are roughly 200 scriptures that make up the collection, which have been transcribed into written form after millennia of being taught orally.

To give an example, the Upanishads describe the ways in which people seek answers: through the world around them, through others, and through deities. It is important to utilize all three in a balanced state, because together, all three work to achieve the same goal: understanding of the self. Symbolically, the trifecta is said to be reference to the three primary deities Vishnu; the preserver, Shiva; the changer, and Brahman; the wise one.

The Upanishads describe a variety of different topics, from philosophy, to sociology, the purpose and path for humanity, and more. The concepts of Brahman, the supreme one, and the Atman, the individual, are the primary focus of the majority of texts. While the Upanishads do have texts that focus on other aspects of Hinduism, such as the gods Vishnu and Shiva, and other minor beliefs, the most common topics focus on one’s path through samsara.

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Yoga Poses to Balance the Vata Dosha

Sunday, October 9th, 2011

By Faye Martins

Ayurveda is a sister science to the practice of Yoga. Both of these systems of healing and spirituality arose approximately 5,000 years ago from the Vedic cultures of India. Ayurveda is known as the wisdom of how to live life well and healthfully. The healing system of Ayurveda describes human nature in terms of three fundamental energy patterns. These three doshas or mental and physical compositions are known as Kapha, Pitta and Vata. Kapha is related to the earth element, Pitta reflects the fire element of the cosmos, and Vata is related to the wind element.

Each dosha or characteristic type of a person is a blend of his or her emotional, spiritual, psychological and physical make-up and proclivities. One of the main goals of Ayurvedic practitioners is to balance the person’s dosha in order to create optimal health and well-being. This balance is achieved through a combination of massage, medicinal herbs, dietary recommendations and cleansing treatments. The practice of Yoga postures, meditation techniques and breathing exercises are also highly recommended by Ayurvedic doctors for restoring and maintaining health and balance.

If the Vata dosha is most pronounced in your body and mind, your basic nature tends to be very light, spry, energetic and highly changeable, just like the wind! In order to balance, settle and ground the Vata energy, a Yoga practitioner is best served by creating a Yoga practice that is steady, smooth and slow. In addition, it is very nurturing to a Vata Yogi or Yogini to create a practice that is warm and nourishing.

The Yoga poses that are best suited for creating a nourishing, warm and grounding Yoga practice are standing poses such as Warrior Pose, Triangle Pose and Eagle Pose linked together by a slow and steady vinyasa sequence. Standing postures such as these will help to strengthen and ground your energy. Restorative backbends and forward bends are also very relaxing and nourishing. Ultimately, the poses that you choose to practice in order to harmonize and balance the Vata dosha are not as important as the way you perform the Yoga asanas and breathing exercises.

If your Yoga practice is steady, slow and rhythmic and you move from your center, the Vata energy will become less anxious and more balanced. Lengthening your inhalation while you practice the postures will also help you to relax and ground. Do not practice to the point where you deplete your energy. Vata people can easily become exhausted. A Yoga practice that is most suited for balancing the Vata energy is one that is slow, steady and nourishing with a strong connection to the earth and a long shavasana or final relaxation posture. This type of nourishing practice will leave you feeling relaxed, refreshed and more grounded.

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Learning to Calm and Center Yourself With Yoga

Friday, October 7th, 2011

By Faye Martins

Learning to calm and center yourself with Yoga is literally a lifesaver. People die from stress, anxiety, and depression every day; so learning to center one’s self is really a matter of life, misery, or death.

Our lives are often increasingly busy. Many of us have numerous responsibilities placed on our shoulders by employers and families. Sometimes we say yes to added projects at work, even if we don’t really have the time. We might become irritated more easily or find ourselves feeling tired and generally run-down. Although staying busy isn’t necessarily a negative thing, it can often cause added stress. Learning to calm and center yourself with Yoga can be the first step on the road to a more positive outlook on life.

Yoga is a very accessible form of exercise. It allows the body and the mind to stretch and grow as you move through the poses while concentrating on your breathing. Focusing on the movement of the body through the various asanas and calming the mind with meditation can help to relieve stress. As with many other types of exercise, practicing Yoga can help to release endorphins that will also help with relaxation and a better overall sense of well being.

Busy lives often go hand in hand with busy minds. The result of that can lead to a number of unhealthy conditions, including insomnia, high blood pressure and changes in appetite. Using Yoga is a natural way to reverse unhealthy habits and increase positive changes. There are a number of different schools of thought in regards to finding the best Yoga practice. Some people enjoy the gentle flow and meditation of Hatha Yoga. Others may appreciate the physicality of Power Yoga. The beauty of the Yoga is that there is something for everyone, regardless of age, fitness level or experience.

Learning to calm and center yourself with Yoga can help to ease tension and build more awareness of what it means to be healthy, mentally and physically. It can often help people who might be floundering with the burden of too much stress. Take the time to listen to your body and pay attention to the signals it sends. Reducing tension can help to alleviate emotional, mental and physical issues before they start causing too much damage. Your body needs to stay balanced in order to operate in a consistent manner and Yoga can help to achieve and maintain that balance.

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Posts Tagged ‘yoga practice’

Yoga Poses to Impress

First Rule of the Yoga Fight Club

What are the Benefits of the Khechari Mudra?

Yoga for Preschool Children

Yoga Pranayama Exercises for Seasonal Affective Disorder

Yoga Poses to Cultivate Compassion during the Holidays

The Bhakti Yoga Practice of Japa

Insight Into The Upanishads

Yoga Poses to Balance the Vata Dosha

Learning to Calm and Center Yourself With Yoga

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