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YOGA
Description
Yoga is
a form of exercise that incorporates
different postures, breathing
techniques and meditation for the
ultimate goal of uniting body and
soul.
Yoga
postures are designed to tone the
body and make it strong and
flexible. In addition, the breathing
techniques and meditation are geared
toward achieving emotional
stability, and clarity and
discipline of the mind.
Statistical studies
show the following:
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Yoga is the most
widely practiced exercise system in the
world.
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In the United States
one out of 8 individuals does Yoga.
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Approximately 3/4 of
yoga practitioners are women and 1/4 are
men.
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Yoga ranks as one of
the 10 most commonly used alternative
therapies
Types and
Symptoms
There
are many types of Yoga some examples
are:
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Hatha: A more slow paced and gentle yoga,
based on the more physical. Often
used by beginners
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Vinyasa: Based on breath
synchronized movements and
stretching.
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Ashtanga: A more fast paced and
physically demanding form
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Iyengar: Focuses on body alignment
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Kundalini: Focuses on rapid movement
rather than poses.
Yoga
has many health benefits that
include the following among others:
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Stress
reduction
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Increases physical strength
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Improves stamina
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Enhances the ability to withstand
pain
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Increase the ability to concentrate
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Boosts the
immune system
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Helps
in achieving optimal weight loss
Yoga
has also been practiced as a mode of
healing for a great number of
medical disorders such as Acid
reflux, asthma, allergies,
arthritis, cancers,
carpal tunnel
syndrome,
fibromyalgia,
headaches, intestinal problems,
menstrual cramps,
high blood pressure,
sleep disorders,
obesity among many others.
Questions to ask the
expert
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How many years
experience have you had utilizing this
fitness and healing method
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What is your
success rate
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Certificates and
Licenses
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References
General Tips
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Consult your physician before embarking on an
exercise routine
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Find an experienced yoga instructor
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Wear comfortable clothing when practicing
yoga
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When yoga is discontinued for some time for
any reason, start from the beginning,
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Make sure your movement are slow and smooth
not jerky
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Keep the postures for some time
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Do not force your body into postures that are
beyond your limitations
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