Benefits of yoga

Explore the various aspects of yoga

Basically yoga is a process of unification where various systems that exist within the human being including the emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual systems remains calm and composed. The tradition of yoga is 500 years old and still it persists. In fact it is gaining popular with the every passing day.

 

Types of yoga:

Bhakti Yoga:In this yoga spiritual practitioner focuses on developing a state of devotion within the mind and the heart. A strong sense of faith is required before performing this yoga as one is expected to submit themselves to God through a process of self-surrendering.  This yoga is very useful in avoiding the ego and embraces with love the thought of the creator. People those who were connected to their emotions and also receptive of more subtle feelings within themselves and others are advisable to perform this yoga. In this kind of yoga a relationship is built with the god which is filled with love, friendship, and companionship.

 

Karma yoga: It is believed that, this yoga keeps the cycle of rebirth in motion

Kundalini Yoga: This is the oldest form of yoga nod it is originated fromtantra yoga. The incorporation of kundalini which is considered to be the primordial force existence within each human being is the most unique part of this yoga. Basically a kundalini yoga maintain a balance flow of prana within the body. It is believed that a balance flow of prana within the body leads to a sound state of mind and body.

Hatha yoga: This form of yoga to be a practice of the physical body. This yoga is performed by most people and does not require a well established mind and body to begin the practice.

Raja yoga: This is considered as the most royal yoga. The raja yoga is generally outlined in 8 limbs, these are: Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana andSamadhi.

Benefits:

There are numerous benefits of yoga. For practicing you to invest on some of the equipment that you might need as you progress like, non slip mat, cotton or wool blanket, wooden block, and strap or belt. After performing yoga for a prolonged time you can find a lot of difference with your body. You will feel proper relaxation, Proper breathing, positive thinking, proper appetite, good state of mind and more importantly you will be rejuvenated.

Precaution:

You must be aware that you have to practice yoga regularity and it should be continuous anddo it for 15 minutes everyday until you increased it to a maximum of one hour. Choose a place that is clean, neat and airy where ventilation should be adequate.  Yoga should be practiced in stomach or two hours after you had your food intake. It is strongly avoided to practice yoga during menstrual period. Don’t go for practicing yoga, if you are feelingfatigue and excessive physical pain.

Just follow these steps and ensure a healthy life style.