An Introduction To Pilates Methods

This article takes an introductory look at the design of pilates methods.

Strength, Flexibility, and Balance

Strength, flexibility, and balance are all something we want to have. Some of us are born more prone to having it than others, but all of us can obtain it and reap its rewards.

Teaching Hatha Yoga: Don't Forget Beginners

With global obesity on the rise, Yoga will not fade in popularity. There are too many people who are mentally detached from their physical body. This can be observed by the increase in the size of children.

The Wonderful Benefits Derived From Yoga For Women

Because women have also had a tendency to be more emotional than men, and emotional pressure and stress can have a profound effect on a woman's health. It's been proven many times that emotional distress can translate into various illnesses or physical weakness. Factor such as hormonal change can also have an affect on a woman's health. For this reason many women find yoga is an excellent solution to these health issues that to some extent are unavoidable.

Yoga: Three Reasons You should Not Do Yoga Posture - Upward-Facing Dog

The Upward-Facing Dog posture is not a Cobra (Bhujangasana) posture, but it begins in the same way and then goes one step beyond. The posture is like a suspension bridge, where the arms and forearms support the posture from above, and the feet or knees support it from below, leaving the chest, abdomen, pelvis and thighs suspended in mid-air.

Universal Principles of Yoga: The Law of Karma

In the words of Mohandas Ghandi: “Gentleness, self-sacrifice, and generosity are the exclusive possession of no one race or religion.” Throughout time, inspirational religious leaders have referred to self-sacrifice, charity, and generosity, which create good karma. The following are a few timeless quotes to ponder:

Even If You Lift Weights, You Still Need Some Yoga

When we think of weights, we think of the massive muscles that most body-builders get. But this could be a drawback. What’s the point having bulging muscles if you can’t hardly move the body due to lack of flexibility and agility. Here, friends is where Yoga may come in handy.

Try Yoga for Chronic Constipation

Chronic constipation may perhaps be the main cause of most ailments common to humans. From the common cold, acne to even depression, avoiding constipation may perhaps be the first step for prevention of illness. Find out how yoga can help to prevent it today.

Yoga: Three Reasons You Should Not Do Yoga Posture -- Full Boat

This posture resembles a boat viewed from a side, hence the name. The Boat is a challenging posture that can be quite stressful and difficult to accomplish. Because of that it can restrict the breathing or develop a habit of holding the breath. Learning to breathe deeply and fully in this posture will revitalize the body (by bringing in more oxygen per breath) and help to eliminate toxins and waste products from the body.

Yoga: Three reasons you should not do Yoga posture - Half Moon

'Chandra' in a Sanskrit language means moon, and 'Ardha' means half, and as the posture resembles the half moon, hence the name. The Half Moon posture tones the lower region of the spine and the nerves connected with the leg muscles. It is highly effective for strengthening the legs, buttocks, abdomen, knees and the ankles. The leg strength is gained from balancing on one leg.

Yoga and Compassion

Compassion is an important part of our daily lives, one that is sometimes overlooked. Yoga, however, can help work out your body, your muscles, and your ability to be compassionate.

Spiritual Benefits of Yoga

Yoga is a complex system of therapy formulated in the East and now famous universally. Even though yoga is a comprehensive system which includes different methods such as Karma Yoga, Raja Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Jnana Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Kundalini Yoga and Mantra Yoga, the exercise part called yogasana is popular in the West. The yoga practitioners advocate several benefits such as physical, psychological and spiritual, for yoga and the testimonials of many of the followers were supporting their argument. And now the popularity of yoga enhances enormously as the scientific crowd is coming up with substantiating evidences for the benefits of yoga. However the most pronouncing benefit of yoga, which distinguishes it from the other similar therapies, will be its spiritual benefits.

Yoga for Kids: Holistic Approach to the Health of Our Children

As parents, we have many choices, but establishing good health habits, within our children, is an obligation. We also have to eat properly, and exercise, with our children. Yoga classes for children are a parent’s gift of good health.

10 Tips To Get The Most Out Of PreNatal Yoga

Prenatal yoga has a lot of advantages for women, and is a good way to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles. Here are ten tips to help tailor yoga and aqua yoga for pregnant women.

Hatha Yoga Teachers: What is the Best Yoga Instructor Certification for You?

You might think it is hard to find the right Yoga teacher training, but there are many options for aspiring Yoga instructors. Here are some of the many choices you should consider, when you are deciding to become a Yoga instructor.