Total Concentration(samadhi) of Mind
A true Yogi(practitioner) is one who has acquired self-knowledge and through continuous practice and detachment has been able to rest in true self, so firmly that he seldom slips down from it. Samadhi is the state where one realises the true self or soul. When true self is realised everything... Read More
The Benefit of Pilates
Pilates can benefit your overall health and sense of well-being in many ways. I have been doing Pilates for three years and I have seen for myself how challenging, yet effective it is.Recently, I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia, a chronic muscle and soft tissue pain syndrome. One of my osteopathic... Read More
Discover How Yoga Will Help You Reach Your Goals ? Part 2
At this point, let's break down the major components of a typical Hatha Yoga session, and see how each one will enable you to reach your goals. There are nine main styles of Yoga in India, but most of the popular styles, outside of India, are variations of Hatha Yoga.... Read More
Are You Willing To Follow Eight Yoga Exercises For the Lower Back?
EXERCISES FOR BACK RELIEFMany people believe that rest is best for a painful back, but actually, what your back really needs when it's hurt is exercise. Regular exercise relieves back pain by strengthening and stretching the muscles that support the spine and helps to prevent future injury. This is a... Read More
Hot Yoga - Bikrams Twenty Six
Even though the world population has shifted from mainly rural to mainly urban in the last decade, there are still lots of folks like me who live in the sticks. Doing things like taking a yoga class becomes a different thing in our case from driving to the neighborhood gym.... Read More
The History of Pilates
In order to understand the basics of Pilates and why it can work for you, you first need to understand where Pilates came from. Pilates was originally formed in Germany by a man of the same name.Pilates was designed by a man that had many health afflictions as a child.... Read More
Mind and Thoughts
Yoga is controlling of thoughts arising in the mind. When thoughts are controlled or prevented through practice, the seer or practitioner(yogi) rests in his true self or soul(atman). Either you remain in true self or control thoughts, the other will result automatically. In true self one shall not see or... Read More
Yoga Position ? What Does Each Type Do?
I often wondered what the value of each type of yoga position is, so I did some research to find out. All yoga positions help to develop strength and flexibility. Yet the type of yoga position that you do also offers some very specific benefits. Standing Poses They are included... Read More
Yoga and Low Carb Diets
Yoga is an ancient system of movement designed to generate vibrant health and well being. Excellent health and well being are experienced in the results of a yoga practice such as: stress reduction, increased energy and awareness, increased flexibility, focused mind and strong body. In our modern world there are... Read More
Christian Yoga?
There is an interesting article in the September 5th issue of Time magazine. This particular article covers a spectrum of opinions about mixing Christianity with Yoga. Even, if you don't agree with a single opinion, it's a good read, as long as you remain objective.Over the course of time, I... Read More
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Nine Things You Should Know About Yoga for Children
Here are some guidelines and realistic expectations for parents, who... Read More
Hot Yoga - Bikrams Twenty Six
Even though the world population has shifted from mainly rural... Read More
Muscle Fitness ? Can Yoga Make You Stronger?
Many people wonder if yoga can improve their muscle fitness.... Read More
Yoga Clothes for Comfort, Functionality ? and Lets Not Leave Out Fun!
Yoga clothes should be comfortable and functional. They should allow... Read More
What is Self Mastery? - Part 1
Self Mastery, alone, sounds like a selfish term; but if... Read More
Yogic Way of Controlling of Thoughts
As described in my earlier article... thoughts in the mind... Read More
Eight Amazing Benefits of Teaching Yoga
Every challenging occupation yields some sort of satisfaction, but the... Read More
Yoga and Pregnancy
Every woman wants to have a healthy baby. Yogic practices,... Read More
Pain and Sorrow
Patanjali in his Yogasutra describes that people are afflicted with... Read More
The Fountain of Youth & Your Hormones
Everyone has heard of the mythical "Fountain of Youth", but... Read More
Don?t Focus on Failure
Internal defeat is a state of mind, where you begin... Read More
Discover How Yoga Will Help You Reach Your Goals ? Part 1
Time is valuable and there are a number of successful... Read More
What is Self Mastery? ? Part 3
The next large component of self-mastery is mental health, and... Read More
Will Yoga Help You Lose Weight?
I suppose it was only a matter of time before... Read More
Yoga is Unity
Experienced Yoga practitioners often feel discouraged when a naturally gifted... Read More
Can a Yoga Prop Help Prop Up Your Practice?
Some people may wonder if using a yoga prop can... Read More
Ayurveda and Yoga, Ancient Sister Sciences
Ayurveda and yoga are sister sciences that have been united... Read More
What is Self Mastery? - Part 4
Now, let's cover the last component of self-mastery, which is... Read More
Discover How Yoga Will Help You Reach Your Goals ? Part 2
At this point, let's break down the major components of... Read More
Yoga Instruction - How to Find the Right Yoga Teacher for You
In order to find a quality yoga instructor, you need... Read More
How to Find the Right Yoga Class For You
There are many types of yoga, some with more emphasis... Read More
Yoga Mats ? Are They All Created Equal?
Yoga mats are a basic part of every practice. What... Read More
Yoga Position ? What Does Each Type Do?
I often wondered what the value of each type of... Read More
Yoga and Christianity a Conflict?
Being a practicing Christian myself, there are very few things... Read More
Eating Disorders And The Use Of Yoga In Prevention And Treatment
It was not so long ago that eating disorders, such... Read More
Mind and Thoughts
Yoga is controlling of thoughts arising in the mind. When... Read More
Hatha Yoga
One of the many subsets of the 5000 year old... Read More
Total Concentration(samadhi) of Mind
A true Yogi(practitioner) is one who has acquired self-knowledge and... Read More
The Benefit of Pilates
Pilates can benefit your overall health and sense of well-being... Read More
Yoga For a Beginner
Yoga for a beginner is an exciting time when you... Read More
Yoga and Weight Training ? Never the Twain Shall Meet?
Yoga has become part of Western fitness training techniques. However,... Read More
Understanding the Different Types of Yoga
Yoga is becoming a more and more popular activity in... Read More
Basic Yoga Poses (Asanas)
In most forms of Yoga there are three components to... Read More
Discover How Yoga Will Help You Reach Your Goals ? Part 2
At this point, let's break down the major components of... Read More
Which Type of Yoga is the Right Choice for You?
You finally made the decision to practice yoga, but which... Read More
What is Patanjalis Ashtanga Yoga?- Part(I)
The Sanskrit word 'Yoga' has two meaning, because it is... Read More
Om Yoga Meditation: Why Yoga?
The following is an excerpt from the book "Om Yoga:... Read More
Yoga and True Self
The great sage Patanjali in his work Yogasutra codified all... Read More
What is Self Mastery? - Part 4
Now, let's cover the last component of self-mastery, which is... Read More
Yoga is Self Improvement
After five thousand years of written documentation, Yoga may well... Read More
Yoga is Unity
Experienced Yoga practitioners often feel discouraged when a naturally gifted... Read More
Hatha Yoga
One of the many subsets of the 5000 year old... Read More
Yoga Clothes for Comfort, Functionality ? and Lets Not Leave Out Fun!
Yoga clothes should be comfortable and functional. They should allow... Read More
Yoga Mats ? Are They All Created Equal?
Yoga mats are a basic part of every practice. What... Read More
Mind and Thoughts
Yoga is controlling of thoughts arising in the mind. When... Read More
The Fountain of Youth & Your Hormones
Everyone has heard of the mythical "Fountain of Youth", but... Read More
Don?t Focus on Failure
Internal defeat is a state of mind, where you begin... Read More
Muscle Fitness ? Can Yoga Make You Stronger?
Many people wonder if yoga can improve their muscle fitness.... Read More
Total Concentration(samadhi) of Mind
A true Yogi(practitioner) is one who has acquired self-knowledge and... Read More
Can a Yoga Prop Help Prop Up Your Practice?
Some people may wonder if using a yoga prop can... Read More
Pain and Sorrow
Patanjali in his Yogasutra describes that people are afflicted with... Read More
Yoga Accessories? Getting What You Really Need
Unlike some other sports, you don't need a lot of... Read More
What is Self Mastery? - Part 1
Self Mastery, alone, sounds like a selfish term; but if... Read More
Yoga for Fun and Profit
Stress levels around the world are on the rise. In... Read More
True Essence of Yoga
Yoga is the most prestigious field of spiritualism. People think... Read More
Will Yoga Help You Lose Weight?
I suppose it was only a matter of time before... Read More
The History of Yoga
The history of yoga is long and steeped in tradition.... Read More
Stress - How To Manage Effectively
Stress is very common in all walks of life and... Read More
Yoga for PMS
Most women experience PMS symptoms at different points of their... Read More
A World of Infinite Opportunities
Many people feel that there is a limited amount of... Read More
Yoga for Relaxation
Discover the true meaning of yoga?In taking any modern yoga... Read More
How to Find the Right Yoga Teacher?
I am often asked by beginners about how to evaluate... Read More
The Benefit of Pilates
Pilates can benefit your overall health and sense of well-being... Read More
Yoga and Pregnancy
Every woman wants to have a healthy baby. Yogic practices,... Read More
Yoga Position ? What Does Each Type Do?
I often wondered what the value of each type of... Read More
Basic Yoga Poses (Asanas)
In most forms of Yoga there are three components to... Read More
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