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Introduction to Yoga
Yoga is a path towards total harmony of body, mind, and spirit. The word Yoga comes from the Sanskrit word yuj, which means union. Union of the individual consciousness with the universal consciousness. Yoga is not merely a form of exercise for the body. ... -
The Science behind Stretching
Stretching has been an integral part of yoga and also exaltation to the yogis. However, it has invoked several questions among its practitioners, scientists and skeptics. Modern science has nevertheless deciphered the technical know-how behind all the twi ... -
How To Combat Hyperthyroidism With Yoga
“Ten years ago, I only knew of thyroid disorder through school textbooks. It was only a medical condition to me which could occur in people in the outside world, until it happened to me one day seven years ago. And it was then that it occurred to me for t ... -
The Science behind Yoga
Yoga is a spiritual discipline dating back to some 5000 years in the history of Indian philosophy, its purpose, mainly to unleash spiritual and mental powers of an individual. However, in recent times yoga has been extremely popular in the context of figh ... -
Yoga for backache- Discover the strength of healing through Yoga
General reasons for backache*- Sitting or standing for long hours- Sitting or standing in an incorrect posture- Lack of exercise- Obesity- Smoking- Weak back muscles Do you find your hand often reaching out for your upper back? Unconsciously wanting to so ... -
Backbend for a Stronger Back
Backbends are some of the most difficult asanas for the body to perform, as they require great flexibility and balance. However, while difficult, once properly learned backbends provide a myriad of benefits, ranging from emotional freedom to spinal healin ... -
The Truth about Yoga
Yoga is that which gives you pleasure and comfort. The definition for ' asana ' is a posture that is stable and pleasant. You should feel comfortable when doing yoga asanas. What is the definition of comfort? When you don't feel the body. I ... -
Demystifying Yoga with Gurudev
Renowned Spiritual Leader, Humanitarian & Founder, The Art of Living Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar will lead Yoga celebrations with thousands of New Yorkers at the Lincoln Centre. A prominent voice of Yoga, he has taken this ancient Indian science to 1 ... -
A Brief History of Yoga
Updated: August 06, 2020 When you hear the word ‘yoga,’ chances are that an image of people twisting in one presumably painful yoga posture after another might pop up in your head. Yes, postures or asanas are an important part of the teachings of yogic ph ... -
Sri Sri Yoga: Authentic Yoga In the Purest Form For Every Body
Sri Sri Yoga, as inspired by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, is a discipline, both gentle and powerful, that integrates elements from the different paths of yoga, especially Hatha yoga, uniting the body, mind, and breath in awareness. Here the wisdom and ...
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