Yoga as a way of life: International Yoga day (15 Yoga poses)
June 21, 2017
Yoga, an eternal art. Yoga is not just an art but also a science. With the everyday practice of yoga, you will enjoy not just health but also contentment of heart and spiritual satisfaction. Yoga is intended for the physical and mental well-being of mankind. This form of exercise gives the spark to lead life to the fullest extent. Yoga is not just about perfection. It’s about passion and consistency. If one can practice yoga persistently, they can achieve a higher level of physical, mental and spiritual prosperity. Yoga is a long-established Indian science which is built on ethics and personal discipline. Yoga is not just an exercise but has to be a way of life.
What is Yoga?
Yoga is done through several asanas (postures) and pranayama in a systematic way. One need to unite both the physical and mental resources for attaining optimum results. These days, due to our busy lives, people are suffering from physical and mental ailments, as well. Modern-day life with its technological advancements is a mixed blessing. And the solution is right in front of us, YOGA.
5 things you should know before your first Yoga class
Sorts of Yoga
Yoga is a vast subject. Several authors have studied many kinds of Yoga: Raja, Hatha, Mantra, Laya, Bhakti, Karma and Gynan Yoga. There are several kinds to help you make Yoga a way of life.
If you are already a yoga practitioner, great. If not, gift yourself some Yoga on this international day of Yoga. Let’s see some asanas to include in your day.
1. Sukhasana
Let’s start with *Sukhasana*. Sukha means happy, effortless and comfortable. Along with the correct posture, you must relax your mind while doing this. Maintaining mental composure is the essential thing here.
2. Padmasana
Padma+asana=Padmasana. The Padma means lotus flower and asana means posture. First, sit in Sukhasana and hold the right foot and put it on top of the left thigh and vice-versa. Keep the palms as shown in the picture or the way you’re comfortable to feel relaxed. Meditation is also done in this lotus-like posture.
3. Vrikshasana
Vriksha means a tree. This tree-like posture gives you a wonderful sense of balance. It requires a lot of practice to attain that balance.
4. Dhanurasana
Dhanura means a bow. One of the difficult postures in Yoga, Dhanurasana. This posture makes one extremely flexible and gives a sense of balance.
5. Virabhadrasana-1
Virabadra, a warrior from Indian folklore. This is a very powerful posture. That’s why it’s recommended not to do by those who have heart problems or high blood pressure.
6. Parsvottanasana
The upper body stretches first up and next down over the front leg, with hands joined as namaste position behind the back. This is one of the most difficult asanas.
7. Vajrasana
This asana is also called as *Virasana*. Vira means a hero. It would be a great posture to relax the mind and the body when you are exhausted. This posture is also good if done while doing meditation. It will instantly calm your mind.
8. Virabhadrasana-2
This is the second warrior posture.
9. Ustrasana
Ustra means a Camel. This vigorous backbend posture makes the shoulders mobile and opens the chest. This gives your body a good stretch.
10. Urdhva Mukha Svanasana
This upward pose is a vigorous stretch of the upper body.
11. Supta virasana
It is also can be called as Supta Vajrasana. Beginners can do this with a pillow below their back initially. Eventually, you’ll get the flexibility to do this asana without any aid.
12. Baddha konasana
This is a “Cobbler” pose. It also has so many health benefits like every asana. Especially, this pose is good for pregnant women.
13. Gomukhasana
“Go” means a cow and “Mukha” means face. This posture is one of the toughest postures in Yoga. Nothing but consistent practice takes you to this level in Yoga.
14. Adho Mukha Svanasana
This downward posture helps the heart relax and gives a good stretch to the body.
15. Paripoorna Navaasana
It is also termed as Naukasana, which means a boat-like posture. The body has to be bent like a boat and hands should be like oars.
Surya Namaskaras
Surya Namaskaras have to be done in a sequence. To know how to watch the video below.
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P.S:
Yogis: Prasad Chalamalasetty & Prasuna Chalamalasetty (My dad and mom)
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will try them.nice
Thanks!
Hello 🙂 I would like to try this discipline, but I have a little time for me 🙁
Start with basic Yoga postures in whatever time you can spare, you’ll have such enriching experience that eventually you’ll make time yourself. 🙂
I love reading your post… Every single detail about yoga is written down so nicely… I actually enjoy reading these kinds of post that covers all the basic things about a topic… Thanks for sharing… 😃
Thank you so much!!
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Thank you! 🙂
I love the layout of your page!
I increased my upper body strength with Yoga and reduce my stress levels.
Thanks for the reminder of the benefits of Yoga with your post.
Have a great night,
Nicole.
Thanks, Nicole.
I love that you demonstrated the poses!
Thank you 🙂
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Thank you so much, Brenton.
Love these photos! Yoga is really a great way of life
Thank you. Yes, it really is.
Yoga seems so relaxing . I never have practiced it but I will !
Yea, it is.
Keep up the good work
Thanks!
I definitely try it. Thanks for the post.
Thanks!
This is great! I’ve tried yoga a few times and have always felt super good afterwards. I’m planning on starting yoga more seriously this autumn.
I love how you used your parents in the photos!
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will try them.nice
Thanks!
Hello 🙂 I would like to try this discipline, but I have a little time for me 🙁
Start with basic Yoga postures in whatever time you can spare, you’ll have such enriching experience that eventually you’ll make time yourself. 🙂
I love reading your post… Every single detail about yoga is written down so nicely… I actually enjoy reading these kinds of post that covers all the basic things about a topic… Thanks for sharing… 😃
Thank you so much!!
Very informative . Love it
Thank you! 🙂
I love the layout of your page!
I increased my upper body strength with Yoga and reduce my stress levels.
Thanks for the reminder of the benefits of Yoga with your post.
Have a great night,
Nicole.
Thanks, Nicole.
I love that you demonstrated the poses!
Thank you 🙂
Awesome blog! Love how you said that “yoga is a science” and how you did a run through of some of the poses that you would do in yoga! 🙂
Thank you so much, Brenton.
Love these photos! Yoga is really a great way of life
Thank you. Yes, it really is.
Yoga seems so relaxing . I never have practiced it but I will !
Yea, it is.
Keep up the good work
Thanks!
I definitely try it. Thanks for the post.
Thanks!
This is great! I’ve tried yoga a few times and have always felt super good afterwards. I’m planning on starting yoga more seriously this autumn.
I love how you used your parents in the photos!
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That’s great. Thanks!
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Wow, that’s the best compliment ever. Thanks, Hal!
you are in reality a just right webmaster. The website loading pace is incredible. It sort of feels that you’re doing any distinctive trick. Also, The contents are masterwork. you have done a wonderful task on this topic!
So sweet. This made me so happy. Thanks, Laquanda!! 🙂
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[…] You may also like 15 Yoga poses that help you lose weight […]
[…] You may learn how to control your thoughts from Yoga […]
I really like the design of your site. My friend sent me a link to your website on Twitter. I hope you keep writing great stuff like this. Thanks.
Thanks to you and your friend as well! 🙂
[…] Also check: 15 Yoga Poses for a better shape […]
[…] My dad’s been doing Yoga for over forty-five years now so I can’t find a better person to talk about Yoga. He’s a pulmonologist as well. I’ve seen him lead a systematic lifestyle since I can remember and if I ask him he will give all the credit to starting the day early and right with YOGA. He showed us Yoga is not an exercise but a way of life. […]
[…] the name suggests, this is one of the easiest Yoga poses. Just sit on the floor, crossing your shins and slip each foot under the opposite knee. Rest your […]