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Understanding the Types of Yoga
from: Brooke Penningtonf you are looking to add yoga to your healthy lifestyle you may
be wondering what type to choose. We are here to break down the
many styles of yoga and help you decide which path is best for
you. Below is a brief overview of the most popular yoga
practices today.
Vinyasa - Movements and breaths are coordinated in a fast pace
type of yoga. Each asana (pose) is balanced with a counter pose
to create a harmonized mind and body. Vinyasa yoga has
influenced many other styles of yoga that all keep the idea of
balance and synchronicity throughout.
Ashtanga - This is a type of Vinyasa yoga that follows a series
of asanas that constantly flow, allowing each movement to
receive a breath. Ashtanga is a Sanskrit (an ancient language in
India) work meaning "8 Limbs". Ashtanga yoga is sometimes better
known as "power yoga" because of the demand on the body.
Iyengar - This a type of yoga designed by the famous yoga guru
B.K.S. Iyengar. His style of yoga places a great emphasis on
proper alignment by encouraging the use of yoga props such as
bands, blocks, pillows, etc. while holding each pose for a
longer amount of time than most other yoga styles. This style is
great for beginners or those who have not exercised in a while
because the props help to compensate for any lack of flexibility
that comes with continued practice.
Bikram - Otherwise know as "Hot Yoga", this style of Vinyasa
yoga is taught in heated rooms of 105 degrees F or warmer. It is
meant to duplicate the climate in India where yoga originated.
There are 26 specific asanas that are performed in the same
order. Bikram yoga follows the belief that the muscles in the
body should be warmed up and worked in this order to create the
fullest potential of energy in the body. Because of the extreme
heat this type of practice is meant for those in extremely fit
shape.
Kundalini - This yoga style focuses on the spiritual aspect of
yoga; the mind, body, soul connection with the goal of taking
the yoga participant to a place beyond just the physical body.
The main goal of Kundalini yoga is to activate and balance the
seven chakras in the body, the kundalini energy found in the
spine. Different parts of the body and brain are awakened by
performing breathing, mantras, body locks, meditation, etc. in
order to unlock the different layers of consciousness found in
every individual. Kundalini yoga is ideal for anyone looking to
take their yoga practice beyond the physical attachment.
Hatha - In Sanskrit Ha means "sun" and Tha means "moon". This is
a mellow slow paced type of yoga that places great emphasis on
using the basic poses to relieve stress in the body and mind.
Hatha yoga is perfect for reflecting at the end of the day. It
is also ideal for beginners wanting to practice connecting the
body with the mind through a gentle series of flow movements and
meditative breaths
No matter what type of yoga seems best for you on your computer
screen. We encourage you to take part in several styles of yoga
classes and open your mind to the relaxing and energizing
effects that the amazing practice of yoga offers you. Only after
you are able to open and receive can you truly learn what is
best for you.
About the author:
Brooke Pennington is co-author of NaturalHealthLifestyles.com
and has been a natural health enthusiast for many years.
Currently, Brooke is head yoga instructor for her local YMCA,
while also administering yoga courses for other local businesses
as part of their health and wellness programs.
www.NaturalHealthLifestyles.com
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