Varieties in Yoga
August 11, 2009
The most popular form of yoga which is practice in the US is the Hatha, this style has many variations which we would discuss below.
The broad philosophy underlining yoga the focus on combination of our spirit, body and our mind, yoga helps you connect with yourself.
While performing yoga you need to focus on the present and not about other things in your life. It gives you a kind of peacefulness and a feeling of well-being, it also energizes you simultaneously.
Asanas give your body a steadiness and ease of movement. The Asana or poses posses a kind of stability within themselves. Yoga has the capability to make you fit, it helps conditioning your muscles, energizes you totally, it will also help stabilize your breathing, tones your body, helps you balance better, above all it makes you feel good about yourself.
Styles of Yoga
There are various types in Hatha Yoga:
Iyengar which is the most famous style, it is known for its precision, and various props that are used while performing it.
Astanga which involves synchronisation of your breathing with fast paced moves, it is an intense workout. It produces high amount of sweat and detoxify your muscles and organs.
Bikram has 26 postures done in a sequence at a particular temperature. It is a very vigorous approach and not suitable for beginners.
Viniyoga is a practice of postures as per one’s individual needs. An important aspect of this form is regulated breathing and careful movements.
Kripalu is a three stage yoga, which include alignment of posture and breathing, meditation followed by meditation in motion.
Integral Yoga integrates your mind and body with postures, breathing, relaxation plus meditation.
Sivananda includes 12 postures along with breathing exercise, relaxation and meditation techniques.
Ananda is a very gentle style to prepare one for meditation.
Tips for Yoga
You would have many choices to pick from when it comes to yoga. You should not get confused and should make a wise decision.
When you join a yoga class choose your instructor wisely. Make them get a better understanding of your goals and see how they can help you out. He/she should be able to guide you through different forms of yoga and help you with your decision.
Your instructor might be the best but you should also do some kind of reading and research on which form and style of yoga fits you more.
Try a class before enrolling in the sessions. As and when you go for a trial don’t choose in excitement, ask yourself whether you would be able to manage it in the long run.
It is extremely important to wear comfortable and appropriate clothes for your workout.
Yoga is for Everyone
Yoga is a form of workout that suits everyone you may want to work on your flexibility, build muscle, develop strength or lose weight.
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