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The word Yoga means 'Union' and can be described as a system of Postures/Asanas, Breathing, Meditation, Relaxation and Ayurvedic diet. There are many Types of Yoga.

Benefits: Increased flexibility, balance, strength, mobility and tone. Yoga will allow you to release tension, relax and bring the mind to stillness.

 

I believe that the meaning of Yoga is a personal thing. If I had to describe yoga in one word it would be ‘Discipline’. 

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Hatha Yoga: A slow paced class where participants are encouraged to work at their own pace and stretch using the correct breathing techniques. A good starting class for beginner (look for class suitability level). Mostly suitable for all.

Ashtanga Yoga: A bit more dynamic compare to Hatha Yoga. A great strengthening work out. Its recommended to start from Hatha Yoga before you embark on Ashtanga.

Yoga Therapy: Therapeutic Yoga to deal with specific postural issues (bad lower back, tight shoulders, sciatica etc) and ailments (asthma, insomnia etc). Yoga therapy is also great for Post and Ante Natal ladies as a good instructor would plan the whole class taking into account the changing body shape and hormones.

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Other types of Yoga:

Bhakti Yoga Union by love and devotion 
Karma Yoga Union by action and service
Jnana Yoga Union by knowledge
Raja Yoga Union by mental mastery
Mantra Yoga Union by voice and sound
Kundalini Yoga Union by arousal of latent psychic nerve-force
Tantra Yoga Union by harnessing sexual energy

 

 

 

 

 

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General misconceptions about Yoga:

I can't do yoga, I can't even touch my toes: The whole point of yoga is to encourage you to be more flexible. If you are extremely inflexible, its all the more reason for you to go ahead and try it. You'll be fine, just follow a few simple rules:

  • Look for a beginner class.
  • Find a qualified instructor you feel comfortable with.
  • Be kind to your self and others. Don't turn your yoga practice into a competition.
  • Don't turn up late. A good instructor would want to talk to you about your health before the class starts.
  • Don't beat yourself up for not being able to perform an asana. We are all different shapes and sizes with different capabilities. People practicing yoga for years still have limitations and weaknesses. For example, I am rubbish at Forward bends. This limitation has given me a goal to work towards. A good instructor will offer you alternative options if she sees you struggling.
  • Any problems, talk to the instructor, your information is confidential.

Its a bunch of people sitting around chanting 'Aum': There are many types of Yoga and most of them are physically very challenging. Find out more about the type of Yoga classes that your local health club offers. Better still, ask your friends/colleagues for recommendation. But remember 'Learn to walk before you can run'.

Yoga is for Hindus: Yoga is NOT a religion and is not restricted to any specific religion. It can be a spiritual practice ONLY IF you want it to be. Take what you need from Yoga. For most people, it is simply a class to where they get a good stretch and a nice balanced work out.

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