It is an emotional integration and spiritual elevation
which gives us a glimpse of something beyond all imagination.It is most powerful systems which regenerate a person’s overall health,well-being and mental ability.We should not let negative thoughts affect our health.Be more productive in your life and begin to let go of the painful things that happened to you in the past.There are many forms of yoga like Raja, Hatha, Jnana, Bhakti and Karma Yoga.
Asanas: It is a type of posture works that helps in developing a strong flexible body, toning the muscles, internal organs and therefore improving the working on the adrenal, immunity, reproductive,nervous and digestive system.Asanas create an internal ignition that affects us physically, mentaly and emotionally. This purification is called tapas, which is translated as “heat,” “glow,” “discipline,” or “austerity.”
Pranyama:The breath that we take for granted from the moment we started our first breath. It can become shallow and ragged as we grow up. The stresses and strains that we grow through in our life can create nervousness and tension.Reinvigorate with nutrients and oxygen supports the immune system gives us energy which promotes sense of calmness and keeps away from various kinds of diseases.
Pratyahara: It helps to release any unnecessary nervous tensions and stress, that we maybe carrying without any awareness.Tension is released around the different parts of body particularly near to joints and shoulders and it also work on the sympathetic nervous system reducing blood pressure, and releasing harmful concentrations of chemicals from the body such as adrenalin, cortisol and cortisone.
Breath:The breath and the mind are closely connected to each other, so by working on our breath we can change our mental state.We can easily calm our breath compared to mind, because the mind is rather subtle and volatile. So breath can act as a powerful tool for physical health, emotional wellbeing, and meditation.
Mind:There are many methods of yoga meditation.
Chakra meditation.
Mantra meditation.
Trataka.
LifeStyle:Their are some principles and disciplines whose value must be discovered by each person individually in ones's life.
They are:
Nonviolence.
Truthfulness.
Non-possessiveness.
Purity
Self-Discipline.
Types:
1.Ashtanga yoga:Ashtanga means “eight limbs”.Ashtanga yoga asanas synchronize breath with movement as we move through a series of postures.
2.Bikram yoga:It is ninety minutes long and done in a room that is 105 degrees Fahrenheit with 40% humidity.
3.Vinyasa Yoga:“Vinyasa” means linking breath with movement.The fluid movements can be memorized and done as a moving meditation, almost like a dance.
4.Sivananda Yoga:This is a yoga system based on the five yogic principals: proper breathing, relaxation, diet, exercise, and positive thinking. These work together to make a healthy yogic lifestyle.
5.Yin Yoga:Yin yoga is a meditative practice that allows your body to become comfortable in a pose without doing any work.
6.Kundalini yoga:This style is all about releasing the kundalini energy in your body said to be trapped, or coiled, in the lower spine.
Surya Namaskar:
It can be defined as complete guide for yoga.
i)It is the sequence of 12 powerful yoga poses,which can be a great cardiovascular workout.
ii)It provides an oppurtunity to express gratitude to sun or sustaining life on this planet.
Benefits of sun salutation are:
Helps in maintaining cardiovascular health.
Stimulates the nervous system.
It Helps in toning the muscles.
It Helps in relaxation of the mind.
Strengthens the immune system.
Positive impact on body.
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