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...The purpose of Yoga is mental, physical and spiritual development meant to create harmony in the mind and body. The dictionary definition is that yoga is a system of exercises practiced to promote control of the mind and body. Yoga originated in India and is thought to be 5000 years old. It is classified into eight limbs. Mental and physical exercises make up four of the limbs, with meditation comprising the other four limbs. In yoga, breath is the most important part of health since it is the life source. Many people think yoga is just stretching. Yoga is more about creating balance between the mind and body using strength and flexibility.

A typical yoga routine can last anywhere from twenty minutes to two hours. It consists of poses, which can be done quickly to create heat in the body, or slowly to increase stamina. The difficulty of the routine can vary from simple breathing exercises, while doing light stretching, to full blown strenuous workouts. For best results, daily yoga workouts are ...more

How to Become a Yoga instructor - The Inside Story

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The type of yoga you prefer to practice will guide you in choosing your training and the particular instructor certification process. Bikram yoga, vinyasa yoga, and hatha yoga, all take you down different training paths. Be cautious of training programs at your local yoga studio that require you to spend thousands and thousands of dollars to become a yoga teacher. shop around until you find a program you like at a reasonable pr...more

Universal Principles of Yoga, Part 2

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Jnana Yoga: Is unity through knowledge, but this is much more than intellectual pursuit. Jnana Yoga is a method to turn knowledge into pure wisdom. Knowledge is not always practical or pure wisdom.

Today, many children have access to multiple forms of media, so they are knowledgeable, but are they very wise? children are young and need time to develop wisdom. How many times have you met a person who was book smart, but lacked common sense in daily decision making? Awareness, logic, and pure wisdom are cultivated through meditation, self-analysis, self-realization, and developing a deeper connection with God.

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How Yoga Reduces An Individual's Stress

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You can counter the effects of stress to your body through yoga's breathing exercises and other relaxation exercises. These exercises try to achieve deep quietness in the mental and physical state to alter your emotional and physical responses. After performing such exercises, you will soon notice that your heart rate decreases, as well as your muscle tension and blood pressure.

By practicing yoga regularly, this relaxation res...more