Yoga
Health Benefits of Yoga and Meditation
Yoga has been practiced by many people and it has been existing for generations. It’s also incorporated with the word meditation. Many already know that Yoga is good for the body and the mind. Nevertheless, do they really know the actual benefits of Yoga [read more...]
Yoga For Weight-Loss: Train Your Body, Train Your Mind
The reason that yoga helps you to lose weight is because it is dedicated to helping your body eliminate toxins.
We are full of toxins. From the food we eat to the air we breathe to the water we bathe in, toxins invade our body daily. Toxins can be found [read more...]
Yoga of Maharishi Patanjali - The Promise of Satya
In the Yoga Sutras, Satya is the second Yama (restraint) mentioned by Maharishi Patanjali. Yet, what exactly is Satya? In short, Satya is honesty. If you want to see a controversy, bring up the subject of honesty applied to law, politics, or business ethics.[read more...]
Yoga of Maharishi Patanjali - The Vow of Ahimsa
What is ahimsa? In the Yoga Sutras, Ahimsa is the first of the contemporary Yamas (restraints). Quite often, you hear the definition: “non-harming” is the meaning of Ahimsa. You may also hear “non-killing” or “non-violence” [read more...]
Yoga of Maharishi Patanjali - The Challenge of Asteya
Asteya is the third Yama (restraint) mentioned by Maharishi Patanjali, within the Yoga Sutras. In short, Asteya may be defined as “non-stealing.” However, the depth of this Yama goes much further. This is the Yama of giving to others.
There [read more...]
Yoga of Maharishi Patanjali - The Joy of Brahmacharya
Bramacharya is the fourth Yama, described by Maharishi Patanjali, in the Yoga Sutras. The literal definition of the root words, brahma and acarya, is “brahmic behavior.” In fact, Bramacharya is also the first Asrama (stage of life for a Brahman), w [read more...]
Yoga Teacher Training Exam Stress
Some situations are ironic. Yoga teachers often help their students with stress management techniques. Can you imagine a Yoga teacher intern stressed out over his or her exams? It happens more frequently than you think, but here is a way to finish your studies [read more...]
Importance Of Breathing In Yoga
When we look into yoga, we often think it is all about flexibility, and meditation. Being able to do amazing things with our body, and reach new spiritual heights. The truth is there are 5 elements to yoga, and one of those is Pranayama, or yoga breathing.
[read more...]The Value of the Yoga Teacher Certification Process
Is there a need for certification and standardization of Yoga teachers? How can you make the nine main Indian forms of Yoga, and their sub-styles, conform to a measured standard? Who should control and regulate Yoga?
Certifications, and attempts to stan [read more...]
Teaching Yoga As a Profession - Consultants and Mentors
Not so long ago, Yoga teachers, in the West, taught small groups of dedicated students in basements, garages, lofts, backyards, barns, or any other place that was convenient. As seasons changed, the location of the Yoga class would have to change too.
