“Power Yoga” is the shortened, modified Western version of the Indian “Ashtanga Yoga” that emphasizes on developing physical flexibility and instills self-discipline. Power Yoga is one among the different types of Yoga which is as effective as a rigorous body workout, but also promotes concentration and mental stability. Sri.K.Pattabhi Jois, a famous Sanskrit Scholar introduced [...]
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DESCRIPTION – The brief version of Surya Namaskara is described herein: STEP 1 – PRANAMASANA (PRAYER POSE) Standing erect with feet kept together, join the palms in front of the chest (regular Indian prayer position) and inhale. Exhale and bring the hands back to their respective positions, straightening the lower arms in such a way [...]
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ABOUT SURYANAMASKARA Suryanamaskara well known as The Sun Salutation is considered as the best exercise for the human body. Suryanamaskara is a combination of Pranayama and a few yoga asanas. This is performed by chanting of mantras also. Suryanamaskara can be performed by people of all age groups, the elderly and the kids alike. It [...]
The Sanskrit word “Ushtra” refers to “Camel”, and hence the posture is also known as The Camel Pose. Camel Pose is a transition posture between “The Bow Pose (Dhanurasana)” and “The Upward Bow Pose Urdhva Dhanurasana).” DESCRIPTION Bend the legs at the knees kept about six inches apart and sit on the curve between the [...]
Chair pose stimulates the muscles of the arms, legs, heart and the diaphragm. DESCRIPTION Stand with feet kept hip width apart, shifting the weight towards the heels and pressure exerted on the soles of the feet. Gently rise the arms to shoulder levels and press fingertips away from the shoulders. Gently bend the knees, pressing [...]
The English translation of the Sanskrit word “Simha” refers to “Lion”. Hence, this posture, also known as The Lion Posture is said to resemble a roaring Lion. DESCRIPTION Fold the legs at the knees and sit on the curve of the toes and soles, the heels should be kept as wide apart as possible, turned [...]
Tadasana is a basic balancing posture for most Asanas or it is also used as a counter pose between the Asanas. It is a pose which appears very simple, but has an excellent strengthening effect on the heart and the lungs and is used for improving posture. The Sanskrit word “Tada” refers to “Mountain” and [...]
“Nataraja” is in fact a combination of two words in Sanskrit; “Nata” refers to “dancer” and “Raja” refers to “King”. Lord Shiva, who is considered as the Cosmic Dancer, is also called Nataraja and this Dance posture is named after him. DESCRIPTION Stand straight with feet together, hands placed on either side and gaze fixed [...]
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