Proper Exercise (Asanas)
How does yoga compare to other forms of exercise?
There are many different systems of exercise that develop the body through movement.
Whilst the yogic practices do develop the body they also strengthen the mental faculties and spirit as well.
More about the yoga postures:
A yoga posture is called an Asana or steady pose. The Yoga Asanas are meant to be held for some time in a steady and relaxed way. Of course learning to relax in a posture takes time and doesnt happen over night. In the beginning we concentrate on increasing flexibility, strength and concentration.
According to yoga scriptures there are about 8,400,000 different yoga postures. In a Sivananda class sequence we practice 12 very powerful postures and variations of these poses. The 12 basic postures brings out the essence and all major benefits of this wonderful system.
How do yoga asanas affect the body?
The asanas mainly work on the health of the spine, its strength, mobility and flexibility. They help to lubricate the joints, and stretch and lengthen the skeletal muscles.
The spinal column houses the nervous system. By maintaining the spine's flexibility and strength through exercise, circulation is increased and the nerves are fed a healthy supply of nutrients and oxygen.
The Asanas stimulate and massage the internal organs and can have a positive impact on the endocrine system (glands and hormones).
1. (Asanas)
2. (Pranayama)
3. (Savasan)
4. (Vegetarian)
5. (Vedanta and Dhyana)
