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Yoga Basics for Beginners
It's tough to be human. Unless you've reached enlightenment, stress causes disease in your mind, body and spirit. Yoga releases stress from the body, increases energy and brings practitioners happiness and health.
Yoga and Weight Loss
Excess weight gain has become a phenomenon in today's age, when lifestyles have become sedentary, and food more liberal with extra calories. Yoga is a time-proven way to lose weight, reduce stress, and increase overall health and fitness.
Swara Yoga - The Almighty Breath
Swara yoga is an ancient science that correlates the breath with the sun, moon and the five elements, helping us to control moods, heal ailments and be attuned to the cosmic rhythm.
Insights into the Benefits of Yoga
An interesting article on the physical and spiritual benefits of practicing Yoga.
Understanding the Different Types of Yoga
Confused about the different types of Yoga? Read this quick guide to find out what's right for you.
Insights into the Benefits of Yoga
An article on the physical and spiritual benefits of practicing Yoga.
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Types of Yoga
Ashtanga Yoga
Translation: eight-limbed yoga. Seeks to cleanse the mind and body through 8 spiritual practices.
Bikram Yoga
Created by Bikram Choudhury. Also called "Hot Yoga," it is practiced in a heated room.
Hatha Yoga
Created by Yogi Swatmarama in the 15th Century. Hatha yoga represents opposing energies, and seeks to balance the mind and body through physical exercise, controlled breathing, and meditation.
Iyengar Yoga
This type of Yoga is based on teachings by B.K.S Igengar and concentrates on the correct alignment and form of the body.
Prenatal Yoga
Specifically intended as a means of exercise for pregnant women. Breathing and relaxation exercises also help women face the physical demands of childbirth.
Raja Yoga
Also known as Classical Yoga, it is one of the six orthodox schools of Hindu philosophy.
Sahaja Yoga
Founded by Nirmala Srivastava, it is a form of meditation that seeks to balance the chakras by awakening the Kundalini.
Swara Yoga
Seeks to control the movement of prana through breathing exercises.
Tantra Yoga
A broad term that describes several esoteric traditions. Deeply rooted in the religions of India, it exists in Hindu, Bönpo, Buddhist, and Jain forms.
Vinyasa Yoga
Vinyasa means breath synchronized movement and is another fast paced type of Yoga, with an emphasis on breathing.
YOGA EVENTS
Yoga and Kayaking Weekend
Aug. 31 to Sept. 3
Near Halifax, NS
Hosted by The Yoga Loft
16-day India Yoga Tour
October 2-18
Hatha, Ashtanga, Iyengar, Kundalini
Inland Yoga Centers
India Tour 2008
Yoga Tour of the Northern States of India
Feb. 15 to March 15
Hosted by The Yoga Loft
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