Yoga Practice for Beginners
Yoga has been adapted to suit the western lifestyle in many diverse ways. The original meaning was for meditation and improving mind power. Today, yoga is commonly practiced as a way of achieving physical toning through increased flexibility and strength.
Modern yoga is known by several different names such as Hatha Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, etc. The original meaning was for meditation and enhancing mind power. Today, it is commonly practiced as a way of achieving physical toning through increased strength and flexibility. Like other forms of yoga, it incorporates meditation, breathing techniques, postures (known as yoga poses), and music. Here’s a brief classification based on purpose.
One of the first yoga poses designed to help people relax while participating in a yoga class is the chair pose. It can be performed with either a yoga mat or without a mat. You can either lie on the floor or on a chair. A wide-eyed look is best when performing this pose; avoid looking down.
The ashtanga yoga is another popular style of this ancient discipline. Literally means “eight limbs.” The ashtanga yoga consists of a series of asanas (poses). In ashtanga yoga, the student will learn and practice eight limbs, or asanas, that are used in traditional yoga. Some of these asanas are called “asanas samskaras,” which literally means “attitudes.”
Vinyasa is another type of yoga that is popular among many yoga practitioners. Vinyasa is also known as flow yoga, because it helps you achieve a state of deep, smooth focus, without the distracting change from the constant change of positions in traditional yoga practice. There are a few main types of vinyasa. One is “flows,” which means a seamless connection of breath with movement. The other is called “form,” where roses are arranged in a flowing sequence.
Hot yoga practice is quickly becoming popular in yoga studios around the world. This type of yoga practice involves moving very quickly through poses in a relaxed, continuous manner. As you do these poses, you must use your entire body to move through them, focusing only on the movements within each pose. This is different than most styles of yoga practice where one pose is led through by the eyes. With hot yoga practice, you must pay attention to each movement, taking in the full range of motion.
There is another common form of yoga sequences. Restorative yoga sequences are based on sitting or lying in a posture for a period of time, while being gently guided in relaxation and breathing. This type of mediation allows you to put your thoughts into action, which can result in inner peace, as well as physical healing and improvement of various ailments. Being mindful of your own body while you practice this type of mediation can lead to improved circulation, lower stress, increased energy, and better overall health. Being mindful also means that you aren’t so focused on the discomfort of a pose that you may push it aside, giving you an immediate release when you change positions.
Hatha yoga and Jnana yoga are some of the many forms of meditation used in yoga practice. The word Hatha comes from a Sanskrit term which means “teacher” and “path.” The goal of Hatha yoga is to teach you how to become a master teacher. It combines yoga postures with breathing exercises and deep meditation to teach you how to channel your life force, or prana, into your own body, enhancing your overall health and wellness. When done in conjunction with deep breathing exercises, hatha yoga postures can lead you on a journey of discovering yourself.
I am passionate about yoga and this is my blog. I have been practicing yoga for over 10 years and teaching for 5. Yoga has transformed my life in so many ways and I love being able to share that with others. My hope is that through this blog, I can help people learn more about yoga, connect with other yogis, and find inspiration to live a healthier, happier life.
