Archive for September, 2008
Yoga Moves Can be the Right Move
Monday, September 29th, 2008As the outstanding NFL coach Vince Lombardi once noted, “Practice does not make perfect. Only perfect practice makes perfect.” Whether one is mastering a sports maneuver, learning how to prepare a gourmet dish, or setting up a computer network, success is achieved when particular steps are followed correctly. Likewise, using yoga moves properly will help [...]
Yoga Meditation: A Forgotten Aspect of Yoga?
Saturday, September 27th, 2008Yoga meditation is the practice of mediation in relation to the practice of yoga and its techniques. The concept of yoga meditation is quite a controversial one as many tend to see yoga as a physical exercise with a spiritual component where in fact, it was once intended to be the exact opposite- a spiritual [...]
What Yoga Mats Are
Thursday, September 25th, 2008Yoga mats are small carpets that are used by yoga practitioners. Yoga itself is a traditional Indian form of exercise that uses body postures, breathing techniques and meditation. There are several health benefits to this form of exercise, which is why it is becoming increasingly popular. While practicing yoga it is very [...]
Yoga Journal: Your Best Source of Information
Tuesday, September 23rd, 2008Yoga is a very old art; the history of yoga spans almost eight thousand years. During this time, the art of yoga evolved and have taken many forms. Several forms of yoga exercises emerged throughout the years. Since there are now so many variations of the yoga as a form of exercise, people who [...]
Yoga For Weight Loss? Yes, it is Possible!
Sunday, September 21st, 2008Yoga for weight loss is a topic that has aroused controversy in fitness circles. True believers in the principle of yoga claim that yoga is the only form of exercise most people need to address specific problems with the human body, such as excess weight. For this group of people, yoga for weight loss is [...]
The Benefits of Yoga Exercises During Pregnancy
Friday, September 19th, 2008Yoga exercises, or asanas, are different modes of moving or positioning body. There are several yoga exercises that can offer significant benefits to women’s health especially during pregnancy times. Ranging broadly in implementation and style, these exercises smoothly stretch and affect all parts of the body.
At the time of pregnancy, yoga exercises offer [...]
