Post on 18-Aug-2015
Experience yoga
Explore - Learn - Grow
Part 1- Historical background
Part 3- Practicingyoga
Part 2- What are the proven benefits of yoga?
Part 4- How and whereto start?
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* Yoga was developed and perfected over centuries in India.
* in fact, it has been practiced for over 5000 years. It is one of the oldest forms of healing therapy, older than many forms of modern medicine.
* Yoga beliefs and practices “may be observed in the ancient Regveda (or knowledge of praise), which serves as the source of the sacred heritage of Hinduism.
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The story of yoga
* The name has varied meanings: conjunction,constellation, team or union.* Each meaning has a basic underlying principle: to detach one’s self from the ego; to transcend the ego.* The word yoga is derived from yuj, which means “yoke or union” and how the body and mind are connected. * It is an ancient practice dating back thousands of years. The first written text on yoga (The Yoga Sutras) was approximately 2,000 years ago.* In 2007, more than 13 million people practiced it in the US.
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Historical background and origin of yoga
Similar to meditation, there are many benefits of practicing yoga, here are ten to name a few:
* You'll feel more relaxed and learn to stay relaxed.* Your overall muscle tone improves as well as alignment.* You'll add vitality to your spine, improving all systems of the body, especially the glands and nerves.* Digestion improves; gas and bloating lessens.Your lungs expand, increasing oxygen intake.
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What are the benefits of yoga?
* Better sleep
* Higher energy
* Stronger immune system
* Learn to set aside time for yourself (self organization)
* Learn to trust yourself more (self confidence)
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Even more benefits...
* A study published in 2005 found that a certain form of yoga (Viniyoga) had a significant benefit for lower back pain.
* Yoga works For Adults With Chronic Low Back Pain. (2006). Health Facts.
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Research on the Benefits of Yoga
* One study finds cortisol levels decreased after sessions of yoga.
* Study Suggests Yoga May be Effective in Reducing Stress. (2003). Ascribe Newswire: Health. 6/20/2003.
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Research on the Benefits of Yoga
* Depression and Yoga: One study done at University of California showed participants reported a decrease in their depression symptoms.
* PubMed.org (2004). A Yoga Intervention for Young Adults with Elevated Symptoms of Depression. Retrieved October 28, 2010 from: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15055096
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Research on the Benefits of Yoga
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* Karma-Yoga: working for the welfare of others, meditating and losing the desire for things, developing will and concentration.
* Bhakti-Yoga: a devotion to God with religious ritualistic prayers, chanting, meditating, singing or dancing.Raja-Yoga; which has eight principles
* Kundalini Yoga: The basic principle underlying this practice is to experience higher levels of the mind through deep concentration on the chakra’s (or parts of the body).Ananda
Part 3- Practicing yoga 9Multiple yoga practices
* Hatha Yoga: To cleanse and improve the conditions of the organs by meditating, breathing, postures. The ultimate goal is to restore well being and to stabilize body energy.
* Mantra-Yoga: The use of sounds and vibrations repetitively until a state of meditation occurs, blocking out other noise.
There are more methods such as Ashthanga, Bikram , Iyengar, Sivananda or Viniyoga.
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13 common Yogasequence poses
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Teaching yoga in the US
* In 2010, there was no licenses or certifications are required to teach yoga in U.S. but, this may be changing.
* There are no current standards for teachers or therapists.
* The Yoga Alliance does certify teachers in different types of yoga traditions.
Reference: University of Minnesota. (2010). Taking Charge of Your Health: Yoga. Retrieved October 28, 2010 from: http://takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/explore-healing-practices/yoga
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1. Find a yoga center or teacher near your place
* There are multiple web sites and franchise network
providing quality yoga courses, such as
* www.karma-yoga.net
* centerforyoga.com
* www.namaste-yoga.net
* www.houseofyoga.net
* updogyoga.com
* www.astarteyoga.com
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2. Watch online tutorial video (or books)
* Available from youtube.com or the internet
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3. Find an app and practice yoga on-the-go
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4. Find and join a Yoga Meetup group
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Getting started
1. Set an intention for your Daily Mindful Practice Maybe you want to feel more peaceful or find some relief from a difficult time you're going through.
2. Try to perform your practice at same time each day or evening, schedule your practice in your agenda.
3. Practice in a cool, quiet location with minimal distractions if possible. Dim the lights and turn off the cell phone. If possible, use this same location every session.
4. Keep a journal of your experiences with the practice.
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* www.wikipedia.com*www.mindfulbody.com/* www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15055096* yoga-meditation.us* sturgissoundings.files.wordpress.com* www.summit.k12.co.us* www.uphs.upenn.edu
* De Michelis, Elizabeth (2004). A History of Modern Yoga. London: Continuum. ISBN 0-8264-8772-6.Taimni, I. K. (1961). The Science of Yoga. Adyar, India: The Theosophical Publishing House. ISBN 81-7059-212-7.* Feuerstein, Georg (1996). The Shambhala Guide to Yoga. 1st ed. Boston & London: Shambhala Publications.
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