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1). KAPALBHATI PRANAYAMA (Cleansing Breathing Exercise) and shining face  By : Subodh Gupta
Kapal in Sanskrit means FOREHEAD, and Bhati in Sanskrit means SHINING. Practicing Kapalbhati on regular basis leads to shining face with inner radiance. Kapalbhati is highly energizing abdominal breathing exercise. What we do in Kapalbhati Pranayama In Kapalabhati we do quick exhalation and natural inhalation. Normally exh...

2). Power Of Yoga in Weight Loss  By : Vijay Kumar
Yoga is originally developed in India five thousand years back and recognized as best exercise for weight loss.

3). Prenatal Yoga is More than Classes for Pregnant Yoga Students  By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Lately, Prenatal Yoga classes have been catching on, within some hospitals, clinics, and Yoga studios, but there are a surprising number of Yoga teachers and students, who take risks due to a lack of awareness about potential hazards.

4). Designing a Plan to Become a Yoga Teacher (Part 2)  By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
While you are at it, make sure that you are calling a Yoga teacher training center and not a "diploma house." If they certify everything from pet sitting to web design, what do you think they really know about teaching Yoga?

5). Universal Principles of Yoga (Part 2)  By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
There are many styles of Yoga, but let’s look at some of the main Indian Yoga styles and their approach to unity. Many styles of Yoga do use components found in other Yoga styles, so each style has many facets.

6). Chair Yoga Vinyasa Flow  By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
[Health-and-Fitness: Yoga] Here is an option for your Chair Yoga classes. There are seated flows and standing flows from the back, or side, of the chair. “The flow,” which we know as “Vinyasa,” is synchronized breathing with movement. This brings to mind vigorous Yoga classes for young, energetic, and fit Yoga students. However, Vinyasa can be gentle, too.

7). Teaching Hatha Yoga: Should a Yoga Teacher be a Vegetarian?  By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
If you teach Yoga, should you be a vegan? Are dairy foods and eggs okay? What about goats, chicken, or fish? Yes, some Yoga teachers do eat goat, but not beef. Some people still claim that fish feel no pain, but I never heard that from a Yogi.

8). Ardha Kurmasana - Half Tortoise Pose  By : Kevin Pederson
Ardha Kurmasana is also known as Half Tortoise Yoga Asana. Due to its resemblance to a tortoise it is known as the tortoise pose.

9). Teaching Hatha Yoga: Assisting, Demonstrating, and Verbally Cueing  By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
There are many methods for teaching Yoga, but students either learn by seeing, feeling, hearing, or a combination of senses. With this in mind, there is no right or wrong method, but Yoga teachers should be aware that some students may have a dominant sense when it comes to learning.

10). Yoga: The Most Effective Scoliosis Exercise  By : Saurabh Jain
Scoliosis is a condition in which a person has side-to-side spinal curves in addition to the normal curves through which the lower portion of the human back curves inwards. The most effective remedy for such a condition is Scoliosis exercises. Although many exercises help in reducing the Scoliosis-related problems, yoga is considered the best Scoli...

11). Teaching Hatha Yoga: The Value of Props  By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
"There are no props in my style, in my classes, or in my town. My Yoga teacher says props are a crutch and there is no reason to make them available to students. Yoga props are fluff. These people are not really practicing Yoga."

12). The Perseverance of Teaching Yoga (Part 1)  By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Why do talented students fall short of becoming Yoga teachers? Ever notice that "quick flashes" of brilliance disappear in a short time.

13). Mudras For Good Health  By : Sharon Hopkins
We present some brilliant, very effective and simple mudras, which you can practice anytime and anywhere: • GYAN MUDRA – This is one of the most important mudras. It is widely used in all yogic meditation practices. Join the tip of forefinger to the tip of the thumb. Hold together gently for at least 15-30 minutes. Advan...

14). Ensuring Sufficient Blood Flow to the Brain  By : Robert Elias Najemy
All physical and emotional states depend on a well functioning and rejuvenated brain. The blood flow to our brain brings oxygen, nutrients, hormones, antibodies and as it leaves removes toxins and waste products of cell metabolism.

15). Teaching Hatha Yoga: The Summer Slow Down  By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Did you ever think about teaching Yoga classes in a pool? What about testing Yoga classes that you had not considered during a busy season? What about an "Introduction to Hot Yoga" or a Vinyasa style Yoga class that is a little warmer than usual?

16). Universal Principles of Yoga (Part 5)  By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Kundalini Yoga: Is unity through awakening psychic nerve force, which indicates the depth of this Yoga style. Kundalini Yoga is sometimes referred to as the "Mother of all Yogas." On the surface Kundalini Yoga might resemble Hatha Yoga, but the emphasis on the subtle body, chakras, mantras, meditation, and Pranayama is presented in a uniquely powerful way.

17). Teaching Hatha Yoga: Religion and Western Culture  By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Some Gurus preach that Yoga should be founded within a particular religion. Some Yoga teachers read the Rig Veda, Bhagavad Gita, and speak Sanskrit words, so they must be covertly teaching Hinduism, or some other religion, right?

18). Teaching Hatha Yoga: What is Normal?  By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
When you teach Yoga techniques for a healthy mind, body, and spirit; are you trying to help your students reach a normal state? If that is your goal, you may just frustrate yourself and confuse your Yoga students in the process.

19). Yoga Asanas For Back Pain  By : Leah K Copbagy
Using yoga asanas for back pain is something that has been common practice for many years. Yoga asanas are another name for yoga poses. Back pain can come from many causes, but regardless of the cause, yoga asanas can usually help

20). Benefits And Importance Of Bhujangasana  By : Kevin Pederson
Bhujangasana is known as the snake or cobras pose because it reflects the look of a raised hood. As you raise your head along with your chest it represents a snake hood. The rest of the body lies down representing the body of the snake. This asana can be one of the best asanas for your back as well as your spine.

21). Yoga Pose For Back Pain  By : Leah K Copbagy
The Halasana, also know as the plow pose, is a beneficial yoga pose. It aids in stretching out the shoulders and spine, helps in reducing stress, and is therapeutic for many types of backaches. When performed to its fullest extent...

22). Anuloma-Viloma - Yogic Breathing For Better Health  By : Kevin Pederson
This is a truism as a healthy body is the prime requisite for success and happiness in life. People are increasingly being convinced that yoga makes for good health, contentment and happiness in present day stressful life and is not just an exercise regimen.

23). Back Pain Yoga Posture  By : Leah K Copbagy
Special back pain yoga posture choices can dramatically improve the flexibility and lengthen the natural reach of your spine. Back injuries often arise from just bending to pick something up. It is important to identify and use the appropriate postures safely and effectively.

24). Asanas To Help You Out From Your Backache  By : Kevin Pederson
Yoga is very important in our daily life and it can create positive impact on your health. By doing some asanas would be very good for your back. As the lifestyle and the way of working has changed which causes many of these ailments. The food habits with high on fat, cholesterol and other unwanted things just add up to your ailments.

25). Benefits Of Garudasana  By : Sharon Hopkins
'Garuda' means eagle and 'asana' means pose. Garuda known as king birds also happen to be the vehicle of Vishnu. Even though most of the yoga poses aims towards balance and tranquility, by the look of the asana it will be more visible. This asana would help in loosening up your joints. Stretching your muscles would help in making all the parts of y...

26). The Perseverance of Teaching Yoga (Part 2)  By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
If I visualize becoming a Yoga teacher without any action, then this is just a "pipe dream." You would be better off to dream in your sleep and take action while you are awake.

27). Benefits And Importance Of Ashtanga Namaskar - Part II  By : Kevin Pederson
In the process to salute the sun god it also helps our body. This asana becomes very important due to the valuable part it plays with our lives. The composition of these poses in its own different way helps in creating a fit and fine body for you.

28). Yoga For Low Back Pain  By : Leah K Copbagy
A study of 101 sufferers of chronic back pain proved that a gentle form of yoga, called viniyoga, was more effective at relieving lower back pain than aerobic exercise.

29). Indian Gurus and unsafe yoga camp  By : Subodh Gupta
Yoga - the oldest system of personal development needs no introduction nowadays. Its popularity can be estimated by the fact that more than 15 million people practice yoga in USA alone. Almost every health club in a country like UK has yoga classes. In India where the yoga system was originated it was not practiced on mass level until couple of yea...

30). What Makes Ashtanga Yoga Different?  By : Michael Hawkins
Ashtanga Yoga is the type of yoga which was created and established by a master named K. Pattabhi Jois. Due to it's theory containing eight different limbs, or components, it is also known as "Eight-Limb Yoga". It doesn't imply that the practitioner has a double set of limbs, but master Pattabhi Jois showed that the optimum path of purification is ...

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