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Yoga provides the right exercise for children by being non-competitive and gentle. They are perfectly safe and will help them release their stress and enhance energy. As children, their minds are pure and their bodies flexible, which means that they will able to learn the poses very easily.

n Sanskrit, 'Padma' means lotus, 'asana' means pose and 'ardha' means half. So translated literally, this means a yoga pose which is half of the Padmasana or Lotus Yoga Pose. The Half Lotus pose is one of the seated poses of yoga. Simply put, it is a pose where you sit cross-legged.

This yoga also is known to have a more relaxed way of positioning the body and working on the postures. It is also not as vigorous as Ashtanga yoga, which is known as Power yoga. The interesting part of Viniyoga is that, the postures are modified as per the need of every student. That is the reason why Viniyoga is also known as a therapeutic yoga.

The healing power of laughter is well known, and when laughter and yoga are combined, it is even more beneficial.

Supine poses are the ones which are performed while lying on the back, facing upwards. These are usually done at the end of a yoga practice session, since they help to relax the body and release stress. Many of them also help to stretch the body to its maximum and thus increase flexibility and strength of those regions.

Tantra Yoga is a very deep and profound understanding of the universe and things around us. The beauty of Tantra Yoga is that it takes a leaf out of various sciences and fuses them with the techniques of Yoga.

Yoga is an ancient practice that has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its numerous physical and mental benefits. If you want to start your yoga journey, we have the best Yoga classes in Gurgaon. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner, you'll find yoga sessions that suit your level and goals. Joining a yoga class can help you improve flexibility, build strength, reduce stress, and cultivate inner peace and balance. With regular practice, you can experience a positive transformation in your mind, body, and spirit.

'Pada' means feet, 'ut' means intense and 'tan' means to stretch, while 'asana' is pose or posture. All put together it means intense leg or foot stretch. Usually, it is referred to as the Prasarita Padottanasana, where 'prasarita' again means to extend. It can be explained as a Standing Forward Bend or Forward Bend Yoga and is one of the fundamental standing postures in Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga.

Parsvottanasana or the Yoga Pyramid Pose is a standing pose, where you bend forward and downward, so that in its most flexible form, your head is almost touching your ankles. It thus provides a great stretch to your hamstrings and lengthens your spine. It also includes proper breathing techniques as your perform the posture.

The Hanumanasana or Yoga Monkey Pose is a kneeling posture with a deep intense seated splits. It looks simple, but requires great flexibility to perform it.

The Head to Knee Forward Bend or the Janu Sirsasana is a stretching pose and should not be attempted by you. There is no substitute for the physical guidance of a yoga instructor. But it also helps to read about the poses that you are about to learn. Here is how you can do the Head to Knee Forward Bend.

Ardha Chandrasana is also called Half Moon Pose. It is so called because when the pose is assumed, the shape of the torso and the outstretched limbs resemble that of a crescent moon. This pose works on the various parts of the body such as the groins, thighs, knees, calves, ankles, abdomen, spine, chest and shoulders, and proves beneficial to the body in many ways.

By: Virginia Iversen M.Ed. As many of us know from experience, a really good workout is one of the best ways to elevate a sour mood. A well-rounded, comprehensive Yoga practice can be even more effective at elevating one's mood, because of the emphasis on releasing tension, focusing on the positive aspects of life and opening up the entire front of the body, including the heart area. A low mood is often evidenced by rounded shoulders, a lack of "get up and go" energy and tense shoulders. Additionally, painful experiences that remain lodged in the body are often accompanied by a clenched jaw, which can result in the painful condition, TMJ.

Yoga and vacation when combined together give outstanding results. Taking an off from your daily schedule, and exploring different places, practising yoga and meeting new people is essential for our overall development. However, the reason to head towards a new place is to relax your mind from all types of mental worries.

In the search for perpetual happiness, many men and women are turning to yoga classes a few times each week. In fact, certified yoga instructors will be able to help their students gently coax their bodies into various flexible positions. When the blood flows through the muscles in just the right way, peace and serenity can be restored to both the mind and the soul.

In the spa treatments yoga BVI is also a beneficial technique in maintaining and promoting health which in turn is responsible for longevity. Yoga is a positioning technique which is, comprises of mental concentration along with breathing exercises.

Sun Salutation is a great way to synchronize your breath and can be practiced twice a day. Here are some comprehensive step by step instructions.

Looking for that positive change in your life? But have no idea what to do. Well, the ultimate solution to this problem is going to various Yoga Retreats programs. It has combined sustainable choices proliferate endless bounty of energy, food, and love of this beautiful and mountains parts of Italy. Nurture your MIND, SOUL, and BODY. Its Italy retreats are a good way to leave stress and pressure of daily life, and experience something out-of-the-box. Isn't great?

Strengthens joints of upper and lower extremities. Soothes mind and nerves. Stretches and relaxes nerves of legs and arms. Improves blood flow to pelvic organs and endocrine glands. Improves venous drainage from legs and arms. Tones the lungs and abdominal organs.

Kriyas are some techniques in yoga, which are used to cleanse our internal organs. This cleansing process, not only helps the body to release unnecessary toxins from the body, by doing o, it restores the balance and harmony of the body and mind, thus leading to well-being and good health. Kriyas are performed before Pranayama (breathing exercises) and help balance the Vata (wind), bile, and mucus (pitta) in the body.