#B.K.S Iyengar

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Do not think of yourself as a small, compressed, suffering thing. Think of yourself as graceful and expanding, no matter how unlikely it may seem at the time.

B.K.S. Iyengar, Light on Life

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Mindfulness: Técnicas Prácticas para Reducir el Estrés y Mejorar tu Bienestar

🌟 Descubre cómo la práctica del mindfulness puede transformar tu vida y ayudarte a vivir en el presente para un futuro mejor. Aprende de expertos, sigue consejos prácticos y encuentra inspiración en miHenkaku.com

¡Hola, Henkaku! En un mundo lleno de distracciones y estrés, encontrar momentos de paz y claridad puede parecer una tarea imposible. Sin embargo, hay una práctica que ha demostrado ser efectiva para ayudar a las personas a vivir de manera más plena y consciente: el mindfulness. Esta técnica no solo mejora la calidad de vida, sino que también proporciona una base sólida para un futuro más…

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Happy International Yoga Day!

Today we celebrate the ancient practice of yoga, which has been a cornerstone of Indian culture for over 5,000 years. We honor the "Father of Modern Yoga," Tirumalai Krishnamacharya (1888-1989), who played a crucial role in popularizing yoga worldwide. We also honor the original "Father of Yoga," Patanjali, who authored the celebrated yoga sutras.

_History of Yoga:_

Yoga has its roots in the Indus Valley Civilization, with evidence of yoga practices dating back to 3000 BCE. The word "yoga" comes from the Sanskrit word "yuj" meaning "to unite." Over time, yoga evolved through various traditions, including Hatha Yoga, Raja Yoga, and Bhakti Yoga.

Patanjali:

Patanjali was a Hindu author, mystic, and philosopher who authored the Yoga Sutras, a categorization of yogic thought arranged in four volumes. He is regarded as an avatar of Adi Sesha and is believed to have lived between the 2nd century BCE and the 5th century CE ¹.

Tirumalai Krishnamacharya:

Born in 1888, Krishnamacharya was a Indian yoga master, ayurvedic healer, and scholar. He studied yoga under his father and later under the revered yoga guru, Rama Mohan Brahmachari. Krishnamacharya went on to teach yoga to prominent students, including B.K.S. Iyengar, K. Pattabhi Jois, and Indra Devi, who spread yoga globally.

BENEFITS OF YOGA

Yoga offers numerous benefits, including:

- Improved flexibility and strength

- Reduced stress and anxiety

- Enhanced mental clarity and focus

- Improved overall well-being

Popular Yoga Asanas:

1. Downward-Facing Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana)

2. Warrior Pose (Virabhadrasana)

3. Triangle Pose (Trikonasana)

4. Seated Forward Fold (Paschimottanasana)

5. Tree Pose (Vrksasana)

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"Lascia che il ritmo del corpo,.. la melodia della mente,.. e l'armonia dell'anima.. creino la sinfonia della vita.. " ~B.K.S. Iyengar art _by_aimeishi_ ************************ "Let the rythmn of the body,.. the melody of the mind,..and the harmony of the soul.. create the symphony of life.. " ~B.K.S. Iyeng art _by_aimeishi_

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Exploring the Diverse World of Yoga: A Guide to Different Types

Yoga, a practice that originated in ancient India, has evolved into a variety of styles and disciplines, each offering unique benefits. Whether you're seeking physical fitness, mental clarity, or spiritual growth, there's a type of yoga that can meet your needs. Here's a comprehensive guide to some of the most popular forms of yoga practiced today.

1. Hatha Yoga

Hatha Yoga is one of the most widely practiced forms of yoga in the Western world. It encompasses a broad category of physical postures (asanas) and breathing techniques (pranayama). Hatha is typically slower-paced and focuses on alignment and breathing.

Benefits: Improves flexibility, builds strength, enhances balance, reduces stress.

Best For: Beginners looking to learn the basics of yoga.

2. Vinyasa Yoga

Vinyasa, often referred to as "flow" yoga, involves a sequence of poses that flow smoothly into one another, synchronized with the breath. This dynamic and fluid form of yoga is known for its creative sequencing and variety.

Benefits: Enhances cardiovascular health, improves flexibility and strength, boosts mental focus.

Best For: Those who enjoy a more vigorous and fast-paced workout.

3. Ashtanga Yoga

Ashtanga Yoga is a rigorous style of yoga that follows a specific sequence of postures and is practiced in a continuous, flowing manner. It involves synchronizing breath with a progressive series of postures to produce intense internal heat and purify the body.

Benefits: Increases strength and stamina, enhances flexibility, promotes discipline and mental clarity.

Best For: Experienced practitioners seeking a challenging and structured practice.

4. Iyengar Yoga

Founded by B.K.S. Iyengar, this form of yoga emphasizes precise alignment and detailed instructions. Iyengar Yoga often uses props such as blocks, straps, and chairs to help students achieve perfect alignment and deeper stretches.

Benefits: Improves posture, enhances structural alignment, increases strength and flexibility.

Best For: Individuals recovering from injuries or those who prefer a meticulous approach to their practice.

5. Bikram Yoga

Bikram Yoga, also known as hot yoga, consists of a fixed sequence of 26 postures practiced in a room heated to around 105°F (40°C) with 40% humidity. This intense environment aims to replicate the heat of India and promotes detoxification through sweating.

Benefits: Enhances flexibility, promotes detoxification, aids in weight loss, improves cardiovascular fitness.

Best For: Those who enjoy heat and intense physical challenges.

6. Kundalini Yoga

Kundalini Yoga focuses on awakening the kundalini energy, which is believed to be coiled at the base of the spine. This style combines postures, breath control, chanting, and meditation to unlock this energy and achieve spiritual enlightenment.

Benefits: Enhances spiritual growth, boosts mental clarity, increases energy levels, reduces stress.

Best For: Individuals interested in the spiritual and meditative aspects of yoga.

7. Yin Yoga

Yin Yoga is a slow-paced style where poses are held for extended periods, typically three to five minutes or longer. It targets the deep connective tissues and fascia, promoting flexibility and joint health.

Benefits: Improves flexibility and circulation, reduces stress, balances the body's energy systems.

Best For: Those looking for a deeply relaxing and meditative practice.

8. Restorative Yoga

Restorative Yoga involves a few gentle poses, supported by props that are held for extended periods. This practice is designed to activate the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting deep relaxation and healing.

Benefits: Reduces stress, enhances relaxation, aids in recovery from illness or injury.

Best For: Individuals seeking a gentle and therapeutic approach to yoga.

9. Power Yoga

Power Yoga is a vigorous, fitness-based approach to Vinyasa yoga. It emphasizes strength and flexibility and is often used as a cardio workout.

Benefits: Builds muscle strength, enhances cardiovascular health, improves flexibility and balance.

Best For: Those looking for a physically intense workout.

10. Jivamukti Yoga

Jivamukti Yoga combines vigorous Vinyasa-style sequences with spiritual teachings, meditation, and chanting. It places a strong emphasis on ethical and environmental considerations.

Benefits: Enhances physical fitness, promotes spiritual growth, fosters a sense of community.

Best For: Practitioners interested in integrating physical, spiritual, and ethical aspects of yoga.

Conclusion

With such a diverse array of yoga styles available, there's something to suit every individual's needs and preferences. Whether you're looking for a physically demanding workout, a gentle stretch, or a spiritual journey, exploring different types of yoga can help you find the perfect fit for your practice. Start with one that resonates with you, and don't hesitate to try others as your practice evolves.

Namaste!

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Do you have any resources for iyengar yoga or rhythmic gymnastics?

I strongly suggest looking at in-person classes with a qualified instructor. At-home resources carry a high risk of improper execution and potential injury, especially if you are just starting out as a beginner.

If you aren’t a beginner and are looking for some additional resources to supplement your classes, then I can recommend:

B.K.S. Iyengar’s books on yoga and other website resources.

This playlist on iyengar yoga teaching.

This playlist on iyengar yoga demonstration.

These books on rhythmic gymnastics.

This playlist for RG exercises and stretches.

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Yoga teaching

Video yoga teaching with Sjana Elise Earp Yoga teaching, the importance of a good body fitness and a great mental form through great quotes, videos, links and tips about yoga, health, fitness, news and physical exercises. Yoga is not a work-out, it is a work-in. And this is the point of spiritual practice; to make us teachable; to open up our hearts and focus our awareness so that we can know what we already know and be who we already are. Rolf Gates Yoga is not a religion. It is a science, science of well-being, science of youthfulness, science of integrating body, mind and soul. Amit Ray Yoga is a way of life. Yoga is the way we think, move, eat, breathe, speak, act and live. Sjana Elise Earp In theory, practice and theory are the same. In practice they are not. Yogi Berra http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BgSymYi6p1M Before you've practiced, the theory is useless. After you've practiced, the theory is obvious. David Williams The most important pieces of equipment you need for doing yoga are your body and your mind. Rodney Yee The nature of yoga is to shine the light of awareness into the darkest corners of the body. Jason Crandell Yoga is a mirror to look at ourselves from within. B.K.S. Iyengar REAL Peace is always unshakable... Bliss is unchanged by gain or loss. Yogi Bhajan http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nP8sfHC5MyE Yoga is a light, which once lit, will never dim. The better your practice, the brighter the flame. B.K.S. Iyengar Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self. The Bhagavad Gita The yoga mat is a good place to turn when talk therapy and antidepressants aren't enough. Amy Weintraub What we see in the world around us is just a reflection of what is inside of us. Sharon Gannon Anyone who practices can obtain success in yoga but not one who is lazy. Constant practice alone is the secret of success. Svatmarama http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4501xFXn15k Yoga is the practice of quieting the mind. Patanjali Yoga is the perfect opportunity to be curious about who you are. Jason Crandell Yoga exists in the world because everything is linked. Desikashar The rhythm of the body, the melody of the mind, and the harmony of the soul create the symphony of life. B.K.S. Iyengar Yoga is the fountain of youth. You’re only as young as your spine is flexible. Bob Harper Meditation is a way for nourishing and blossoming the divinity within you. Amit Ray https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMbol8JYe3M To keep fit and in a good mood you can also visit: The laws of wellness Wellness best quotes Wellness in Italy Cancer World News Hiv world News Health and fitness Yoga teaching Sports News Read the full article

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It is well known that Sagittarians make great teachers, lawyers, performers, comedians, artists, philosophers, leaders and musicians. And even with Mercury in Sagittarius, great writers too. So that runs the gamut. So this is a comprehensive round up just in case you missed how multi faceted this zodiac sign actually is, its range is wide. Top of the list are the giants like William Blake who straddles poetry, art and mysticism, and Ludwig Beethoven whose work is monumental and will still be listened to in hundreds of years. But there was  also Oliver Messiaen who composed music  La Constellation du Sagittaire which was his zodiac sign.

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Sagittarians make great magicians like Franz Bardon.  He was much less known than Aleister Crowley, but nevertheless regarded as one of the most important occultists of the 20th Century, and still we have Dion Fortune, let’s not forget, who was also a Sagittarian and an acute psychologist. for a modern Sagittarian magicians look to  Uri Geller. Needless to say Sagittarians also make great astrologers like Robert Hand Nik Kollerstrom and Karen Hamaker-Zondag and these are only the known charts.

Dec 2nd, is the birthday of Britney Spears, who in spite of her wobbly personality is still much loved and, when on form, delivers the goods as a performer. But so many Sagittarian singers. Note also Christine Aguilera, Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus, and Nicki Minaj- who all love to perform. But before them some of the greats of old include Frank Sinatra, Dionne Warwick and thunder thighs (Sagittarius is linked to the thighs) herself, Tina Turner who became the ultimate Buddhist fulfilling the yearnings of her spiritual nature.

There are also some oddball singers Little Richard, Frank Zappa, Ted Nugent and Tom Waits, and there are two outstanding opera stars Maria Callas, whose voice no one can match, and Jose Carreras.

Sagittarians can even be great hedonists crazies who go off piste from time to time, but are still entertaining. There’s Jim Morrison of the Doors, Ozzy Osbourne of Black Sabbath, Jay-Z and wild man Billy Idol. Some Sagittarians in this category can come across with a certain edgy swagger like Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones.

Then there are philosopher teachers, leader and gurus like Osho, Bruce Lee and B.K.S. Iyengar also embody many quintessentially Sagittarian traits as ultimate teachers all offering some form of physical practice yoga and martial arts-which marries the higher and lower self. Iyengar said ‘my body is my temple and the asanas are my prayers’ but he also said, as a true Sagittarian, that ‘honesty is essential’ in teaching. With Mercury in Sagittarius he could sometimes be difficult to understand when speaking. But there’s also wiseacre, Noam Chomsky, who functions in dual areas as linguistic philosopher and political activist, and then there's author who popularises 'Life School' philosophy, Alain de Botton.

Then we have the artists and painters from Masaccio, to Kandinsky, Paul Klee, Jan Toroop to Lucien Freud and the ever controversial, Marina Abramovic. But one mention must go to French artist and teacher of painting, William Adolph Bougereau, His name was tarnished as being too traditional, not  being ‘modern’ enough by Picasso and the art gallery owners who ganged up against him and cast him into the margins of art history as an old fuddy duddy, but he was was as skilled and technically accomplished as any of the Renaissance painters, ran his own school and more hard working and prolific than any of the Impressionists or Post-Impressionists or Cubists.

Then we have the visionary Sci Fi writers  Philip K. Dick author of the stories that made it into film: Blade Runner, Minority Report and The Adjustment Bureau. Dick spoke of visions of the future that have if not come true, then are resonating widely. His imagination was as fertile as any and he worked at top speed even bringing downloads of Gnostic wisdom into novels like Valis. Also Arthur C. Clarke and C.S. Lewis were both Sagittarians. These are the big names in the field whose legacy remains strong.

And the film directors can’t be bigger Fritz Lang, Stephen Spielberg and Ridley Scott who directed some of the best known films in past decades and has just directed Napoleon. But working on a smaller, more intimate scale we should not ignore Woody Allen, John Cassavetes, and the lesser known Argentinian film director, Marco Berger.

And who is the most loved actress in the UK?  Yorkshire born, Dame Judi Dench as talented and versatile as any actress can be. But world renowned actors include Liv Ullman, John Malkovich, Christopher Plummer, Brad Pitt, Kim Basinger, Julianne Moore and Jake Gylenhaal, most of them known around the world not just in their home countries.

Finally the athletes. Sagittarius is a fully developed physical sign – the hybrid centaur- so we have runner Florence Griffiths-Joyner, Donovan Bailey, and Oscar Pistorius, and football player Kylian Mbappe, along with Tennis players Boris Becker and Monia Seles.

See who else you can recognise in the collage of famous Sagittarians and in the list.

And now to end with comedian Bill Hicks, a Sagittarian, capturing the essence of a daily thought in the minds of these fiery, idealistic spirits:

“The world is like a ride in an amusement park, and when you choose to go on it you think it’s real because that’s how powerful our minds are. The ride goes up and down, around and around, it has thrills and chills, and it’s very brightly colored, and it’s very loud, and it’s fun for a while.

Many people have been on the ride a long time, and they begin to wonder, “Hey, is this real, or is this just a ride?” And other people have remembered, and they come back to us and say, “Hey, don’t worry; don’t be afraid, ever, because this is just a ride.” And we … kill those people. “Shut him up! I’ve got a lot invested in this ride, shut him up! Look at my furrows of worry, look at my big bank account, and my family. This has to be real.” It’s just a ride. But we always kill the good guys who try and tell us that, you ever notice that? And let the demons run amok …

But it doesn’t matter, because it’s just a ride. And we can change it any time we want. It’s only a choice. No effort, no work, no job, no savings of money. Just a simple choice, right now, between fear and love. The eyes of fear want you to put bigger locks on your doors, buy guns, close yourself off. The eyes of love instead see all of us as one. Here’s what we can do to change the world, right now, to a better ride. Take all that money we spend on weapons and defenses each year and instead spend it feeding and clothing and educating the poor of the world, which it would pay for many times over, not one human being excluded, and we could explore space, together, both inner and outer, forever, in peace.”

If you think the world is accelerating towards a collective psychosis, you are not alone but it could be a  magnified reflection of our own fears. According to author Paul Levy to recognise that there’s a dream-like quality to reality is the first step to activating your creative higher self, and to use the Daimon- the inner genius or ‘higher’ self- is a way to counter the wetiko mind-blindness that appears to have become virulent in the world. This means taking a ‘quantum’ perspective and Sagittarius is at home with the quantum world and the weird and multiple perspectives and dimensions it brings to bear on the old solidified way of seeing reality.

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In whatever position one is in, or in whatever condition in life one is placed, one must find balance. Balance is the state of the present – the here and now. If you balance in the present, you are living in Eternity. — B.K.S. Iyengar . . .

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What is Yoga?

By Lauren Tober | May 9, 2019 | Yoga + Meditation

When I tell people I teach iRest Meditation, they often ask me if I teach yoga as well.

The answer is YES! iRest Meditation IS yoga.

But I understand the confusion. While yoga is an ancient contemplative practice, it’s also a multi-million dollar industry that largely promotes advanced physical postures and a skinny body as the ultimate goal of yoga. But yoga is more than just downward dogs and sun salutations.

Commentaries of the meaning of the word yoga vary from union, to attaining what was previously unattainable, to directing all our focus on the activity in which we’re engaged, to being one with the divine.¹

Patañjali’s Yoga Sūtras

The meaning of yoga is presented concisely in the Patañjali’s Yoga Sūtras, a text that is considered by many to be the heart of yoga.¹

While little is known about Patañjali, it is widely accepted that he was an authority on yoga, and complied and systemised the vedic knowledge of the time into sūtras that could be handed down orally from teacher to student, in a concise way that would make it possible to remember. It is estimated that Patañjali wrote the sūtras around the second century C.E. and that Vyāsa wrote the original commentary on the sūtras, Yoga-Bhâshya, around the fifth century C.E.²

Yogaś Citta Vṛtti Nirodhaḥ

Patanjali’s answer to this question ‘what is yoga?’, is in chapter one, verse two of the Yoga Sūtras:

yogaś citta vṛtti nirodhaḥ (I.2)

Different commentators have interpreted this sutra in subtly different ways.

T.K.V. Desikachar wrote:

“Yoga is the ability to direct the mind exclusively toward an object and sustain that direction without any distractions.”⁴

B.K.S. Iyengar wrote:

“Yoga is the cessation of movements in the consciousness.”⁵

Edwin F. Bryant wrote:

“Yoga is the stilling of the changing states of mind.”⁶

Georg Feuerstein wrote:

“Yoga is the restriction of the whirls of consciousness.”⁷

Judith Hanson Laster wrote:

“Yoga is the state in which the agitations of consciousness are resolved.”⁸

Richard Miller wrote:

“Yoga is when we knowingly live as the realization of unconditioned Stillness, whether thought is in movement or stillness.”⁹

However you interpret this most influential sūtra about the meaning of yoga, it’s clear that the yoga is related to understanding the mind, and has nothing at all to do with having a slim and flexible body that looks sexy in expensive lycra leggings.

REFERENCES

Desikachar, T.K.V. (1995). The Heart of Yoga. Rochester, Vermont, US: Inner Traditions International.

Feuerstein, Georg. (2002). The Yoga Tradition. Delhi, India: Bhavana Books and Prints.

Feuerstein, Georg. (2002). The Yoga Tradition. Delhi, India: Bhavana Books and Prints (p.311)

Desikachar, T.K.V. (1995). The Heart of Yoga. Rochester, Vermont, US: Inner Traditions International (p.149).

Iyengar, B.K.S. (2002). Light on the Yoga Sūtras of Patañjali. London, UK: Thorsons (p.50).

Bryant, Edward. (2009). The Yoga Sūtras of Patañjali. New York, US: North Point Press (p.10).

Feuerstein, Georg. (2002). The Yoga Tradition. Delhi, India: Bhavana Books and Prints (p. 286).

Lasater, Judith Hanson. (2014). The Ten Most Important Sutras.

Miller, Richard. (2013). Level 1 Training Integrative Restoration (version 4.6c). San Rafael, CA, US: Anahata Press (p. xxiii).

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B.K.S. Iyengar writes in his book Light on Life: The Yoga Journey to Wholeness, Inner Peace, and Ultimate Freedom -

"Very few people begin yoga because they believe it will be a way to achieve spiritual enlightenment, and indeed a good number may be quiet skeptical about the whole idea of self-realization. Actually, this is not a bad thing because it means most of the people who come to Yoga are practical people who have practical problems and aims -- people who are grounded in the ways and means of life, people who are sensible.

When I set off in yoga, I also had no understanding of the greater glory of yoga. I too was seeking its physical benefits, and it was these that truly saved my life. When I say that yoga saved my life, I am not exaggerating. It was yoga that gave me a new birth with health from illness and firmness from infirmity."

My goal as a lifelong yogi with chronic pain + disabilities is to promote awareness of the benefits of cultivating a yoga practice to help manage chronic pain and suffering of the mind, body, and soul.

For those who may not know, there are many, many different forms of yoga. The internet/the West's version of 'slim woman doing highly athletic and complex pose in an expensive yoga outfit' is not original yoga in its intended form, but rather, an influx of influence by western gymnastics and the capitalistic wellness industry's greed and influence. This is not yoga.

"The truth is that although the body is born, lives, and dies, you cannot catch a glimspe of the divine except through the body." - B.K.S. Iyengar

Yoga and its eight limbs (with only one of those being the physical practice, asana) can and do support mind, body, and soul connection; can help mitigate and manage pain within the mind, body, and soul; and straight-up helps me be better for myself and others. This is not some wellness industry diet culture guru bs I'm putting out here -- countless studies have shown this, and countless people echo this sentiment, including me.

I have been practicing yoga for almost 20 years, throughout many physical changes and problems. I started yoga as an anorexic 14-year-old to try and achieve the perfect body -- but my yoga and the universe, thankfully, had different plans for me. During my healing journey in my late 20s, my orthopedic surgeon/doctor, physical therapists, eating disorder recovery therapist, and clinical dietician have all been ecstatic to utilize my dilligent yoga practice to aid in the many ways I needed to heal; their sources and fields all believe in the benefits of yoga, especially within a disabled and chronically in pain body. I truly hope others find this benefit in their lives and bodies as well.

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When The Mind Is Still

“The still waters of a lake reflect the beauty around it. When the mind is still, the beauty of the Self is reflected.”

B.K.S. Iyengar

Artwork by Charles Rebel Stanton

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Book of the Day - Light on Life

Today’s Book of the Day is Light on Life, written by B.K.S. Iyengar in 2005, and published by Rodale Books. B.K.S. Iyengar (1918 – 2014) was an Indian Yoga teacher, philosopher, and author. He founded the Iyengar Yoga school and is considered one of the foremost yoga gurus in the world. He is credited with popularizing yoga, first in India and then around the world. I have chosen this book as I…

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Comprehending the various sort of Yoga

Yoga is ending up being a substantially more popular activity in the Western world today. The variety of locations holding Yoga classes is on the boost and there is a variety of many kind of Yoga. With an option of Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Power Yoga, Iyengar Yoga, Bikram Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga and even more it can be standard to get puzzled The short post will assist you to comprehend the distinction in between the most popular kind of Yoga so you can select which type is best for you. Hatha Yoga in Sanskrit (an ancient classical language of India) "Ha" advises "sun" and "tha" advises "moon". This sort of Yoga is relatively sluggish paced, moderate sort of Yoga and is an extraordinary location to begin if you are definitely brand-new to Yoga and do not understand any of the asanas (presents). Like all kind of Yoga, Hatha Yoga suggests to combine the mind, spirit and body. Ashtanga Yoga this is the sort of Yoga that I practice often and recommends "8 limbs" in Sanskrit. It's a quick moving, extreme design of Yoga practice and is based upon a progressive set series of asanas, integrated with the breath. Ashtanga Yoga can be rather physically requiring as you continuously move from one asana in the series to the next, so you'll discover that it will increase your endurance in addition to your versatility and strength. Power Yoga this is a western analysis of Yoga and is based upon Ashtanga Yoga. A Power Yoga class might not continuously stay with the precise series of positions like Ashtanga Yoga does, nonetheless it does include practicing a series of postures without beginning and stopping. Iyengar Yoga This kind of Yoga is based upon coaches by B.K.S Igengar and focuses on the perfect positioning and sort of the body. Unlike Ashtanga Yoga, there is a focus on holding each posture for an extended period rather of moving continuously from one posture to the next. Iyengar Yoga utilizes props such as obstructs and straps to customer service up the body into the various postures. Vinyasa Yoga Vinyasa advises breath incorporated motion and is another quick paced sort of Yoga, with a focus on breathing. A practice generally begins with sun salutations and continue to more extreme extending. Throughout the practice each present is supported with a counter position. Bikram Yoga otherwise called "Hot Yoga", is practiced in a location warmed to 105 degrees, with a humidity of around 40%. Typically a series of 26 many postures is practiced throughout a Bikram Yoga class and the hot temperature level assists to relax muscles. Due to the heat great deals of individuals sweat a lot throughout the class and this assists to tidy up the body of toxins. If you're simply starting or have actually never ever done any Yoga previously, I motivate attempting a number of various kinds of yoga to learn what you like finest. Remember, there's no requirement that states you need to stick to one sort of Yoga. I like Ashtanga Yoga best, nonetheless I likewise go to regular Iyengar and Hatha Yoga classes for a bit of range. The range of locations holding Yoga classes is on the boost and there is a significant option of various sort of Yoga. With an option of Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Power Yoga, Iyengar Yoga, Bikram Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga and a lot more it can be standard to get puzzled Ashtanga Yoga this is the sort of Yoga that I practice regularly and advises "8 limbs" in Sanskrit. Iyengar Yoga This sort of Yoga is based upon coaches by B.K.S Igengar and focuses on the appropriate placement and type of the body. The series of locations holding Yoga classes is on the boost and there is a series of various sort of Yoga. With an option of Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Power Yoga, Iyengar Yoga, Bikram Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga and far more it can be simple to get puzzled Like all type of Yoga, Hatha Yoga suggests to combine the body, spirit and mind. Ashtanga Yoga this is the sort of Yoga that I practice regularly and reveals "8 limbs" in Sanskrit. Iyengar Yoga This sort of Yoga is based upon coaches by B.K.S Igengar and concentrates on the perfect positioning and kind of the body. With an option of Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Power Yoga, Iyengar Yoga, Bikram Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga and far more it can be fundamental to get puzzled Ashtanga Yoga this is the sort of Yoga that I practice regularly and recommends "8 limbs" in Sanskrit. Iyengar Yoga This type of Yoga is based upon coaches by B.K.S Igengar and focuses on the perfect positioning and kind of the body. Vinyasa Yoga Vinyasa advises breath incorporated motion and is another quick paced sort of Yoga, with a concentrate on breathing. Bikram Yoga otherwise called "Hot Yoga", is practiced in a location warmed to 105 degrees, with a humidity of around 40%.

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The Art of Restorative Yoga: Relaxing into Stillness for Deep Renewal with Yoga Mentors such as Baila Rendler

In our fast-paced modern world, where stress and constant activity have become the norm, restorative yoga emerges as a sanctuary of tranquility and rejuvenation. This gentle form of yoga invites practitioners to slow down, turn inward, and find peace through stillness. While many may associate yoga with dynamic postures and vigorous movement, restorative yoga emphasizes relaxation and the use of props to support the body. It provides an opportunity to cultivate mindfulness and reconnect with one’s inner self.

In this blog, we will explore the various dimensions of restorative yoga, including its benefits, essential poses, the role of breath, creating a conducive environment, and integrating this practice into daily life. By understanding and embracing restorative yoga, individuals can harness its profound potential for holistic well-being.

Understanding Restorative Yoga

Restorative yoga is fundamentally about slowing down and opening the body through passive stretching. It emphasizes relaxation and gentle support, allowing the body to fully surrender into each pose. Unlike other styles of yoga that may focus on building strength or flexibility, restorative yoga prioritizes healing and renewal. The practice typically involves holding poses for an extended period, often supported by various props such as bolsters, blankets, and straps. This support allows practitioners to feel fully at ease, fostering a deeper sense of relaxation as highlighted by yoga teachers like Baila Rendler.

The origins of restorative yoga can be traced back to the teachings of B.K.S. Iyengar and his emphasis on alignment and the use of props. Over time, it has evolved into a distinct practice that blends elements of yoga, meditation, and therapeutic techniques. By prioritizing rest and recovery, restorative yoga enables individuals to access a state of profound relaxation, reducing anxiety and promoting emotional stability. This unique approach distinguishes restorative yoga from other practices, making it a vital component of a well-rounded yoga routine.

Benefits of Restorative Yoga

Engaging in restorative yoga offers numerous physical and mental health benefits. One of the primary advantages is its ability to reduce stress. In a society marked by constant busyness and high demands, the practice provides a much-needed respite, allowing the nervous system to shift from a state of fight or flight to one of relaxation. This shift fosters an environment conducive to healing, enabling the body to restore balance and harmony.

Additionally, restorative yoga promotes improved sleep quality. Many practitioners report better sleep patterns after incorporating restorative poses into their routine. The practice encourages deep relaxation and calming of the mind, which can significantly alleviate insomnia and other sleep-related issues. Yoga mentors such as Baila Rendler convey that restorative yoga aids in increasing flexibility and enhancing circulation, as the gentle stretches encourage blood flow and release tension in the muscles. Thus, the holistic benefits of restorative yoga contribute to overall well-being, both physically and mentally.

Essential Poses for Restorative Yoga

Restorative yoga is characterized by specific poses designed to promote relaxation and healing. One essential pose is Supta Baddha Konasana, or Bound Angle Pose. In this pose, practitioners lie on their backs with the soles of their feet together, allowing the knees to gently fall apart. This position opens the hips and promotes deep breathing, encouraging a profound sense of tranquility. The use of props, such as bolsters or blankets, can further enhance comfort and support.

Another key pose is Viparita Karani, or Legs-Up-the-Wall Pose. This restorative inversion helps to relieve tension in the legs and lower back while calming the mind. By resting the legs against the wall, practitioners can experience a gentle stretch in the hamstrings and an alleviation of pressure in the lower body. These poses, along with others such as Child’s Pose and Supported Bridge Pose, form the foundation of restorative yoga. By incorporating a variety of poses under the guidance of a yoga instructor like Baila Rendler, practitioners can tailor their practice to meet their individual needs, ensuring a deeply restorative experience.

The Role of Breath in Restorative Yoga

Yoga teachers including Baila Rendler express that breath plays a crucial role in restorative yoga, serving as a bridge between the body and mind. Conscious breathing techniques, or pranayama, are integral to the practice, enhancing relaxation and promoting mindfulness. By focusing on the breath, practitioners can cultivate a sense of presence and awareness, allowing them to fully engage with their practice. Techniques such as diaphragmatic breathing encourage deeper inhalations and exhalations, facilitating a release of tension and fostering a state of calm.

In restorative yoga, the breath acts as an anchor, helping to quiet the mind and draw attention away from distractions. As practitioners hold poses, they are encouraged to connect with their breath, using it as a guide to deepen their experience. This intentional focus on breathing not only enhances relaxation but also facilitates emotional release, allowing individuals to let go of stress and anxiety.

Creating a Conducive Environment for Practice

To fully embrace the benefits of restorative yoga, creating a conducive environment is essential. A quiet, serene space free from distractions promotes a sense of calm and allows practitioners to immerse themselves in their practice. Consider dimming the lights or using soft, natural lighting to create a soothing atmosphere. Incorporating elements such as candles, essential oils, or calming music can further enhance the environment, encouraging relaxation and tranquility.

Additionally, having the right props readily available is crucial for a successful restorative yoga practice as underscored by yoga mentors such as Baila Rendler. Bolsters, blankets, straps, and eye pillows can provide the necessary support and comfort during poses. Practitioners should take the time to set up their space thoughtfully, arranging props in a way that facilitates ease and relaxation.

Restorative yoga offers a transformative approach to relaxation and healing, inviting individuals to relax into stillness for deep renewal. Through understanding its principles, embracing essential poses, and cultivating a supportive environment, practitioners can unlock the myriad benefits of this gentle practice. Ultimately, the art of restorative yoga serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of rest and self-care in a world that often prioritizes activity and achievement. As we learn to relax and rejuvenate, we create space for deeper connections with ourselves and others, nurturing a holistic approach to health and wellness.

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Iyengar Yoga is a comparatively modern style of Yoga, named after B.K.S. Iyengar, a student of Krishnamarya. This practice involves the performance of a sequence of asanas (different theme each time), where the major focus falls on precision, attention to detail & correct body alignment.