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Om Yoga Meditation: Why Yoga?

(Submited by: Swami Nirmalananda )

The following is an excerpt from the book "Om Yoga: Its Theory and Practice." Om is the Supreme Brahman. (Svetasvatara Upanishad 1:7)He who utters Om with the intention I shall attain Brahman does verily ... Read article

Understanding the Different Types of Yoga

(Submited by: Suzanne Morrison )

Yoga is becoming a more and more popular activity in the Western world today. The number of places holding Yoga classes is on the increase and there is a plethora of different types of Yoga. With a choice of Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Power Yoga ... Read article

Yoga for Fun and Profit

(Submited by: Siva Parvati )

Stress levels around the world are on the rise. In order to deal with this, relaxation and stress reduction therapies have sprung up from everywhere. Yoga instruction is no longer just a fringe population idea. It is now a mainstream fitness ... Read article

Paths of Yoga I

(Submited by: Alma De La Cruz )

With dozens of Hollywood celebrities following in their Gurus lotus footsteps and the sick Western commercial behaviour exploding Yogas popularity to a system that simply enhances peoples health, Yoga remains a system of spiritual unity of mind, ... Read article

Yoga for Relaxation

(Submited by: Galina Pembroke )

Discover the true meaning of yogaIn taking any modern yoga class, you will find parallels to ballet. Like ballet, the promise of poise, grace and flexibility encourages much interest. Yet if yoga is like any other exercise, it is only at ... Read article

Ayurveda and Yoga, Ancient Sister Sciences

(Submited by: Vishnu Dass )

Ayurveda and yoga are sister sciences that have been united for thousands of years for the sake of healing body, mind, and consciousness. Generally speaking, Ayurveda deals more with the health of the body, while yoga deals with purifying the ... Read article

Yoga and Low Carb Diets

(Submited by: Carmela Cattuti )

Yoga is an ancient system of movement designed to generate vibrant health and well being. Excellent health and well being are experienced in the results of a yoga practice such as: stress reduction, increased energy and awareness, increased ... Read article

Paths of Yoga II

(Submited by: Alma De La Cruz )

Continuing the Paths of Yoga, Im delivering to you the practical side of this mysticism that thousands of people around the world use to achieve spiritual growth, and body purification. According to yoga experts, its early practice reduces the ... Read article

Yoga and Neck Problems: Whats the Risk?

(Submited by: Paul Jerard )

Firstly, a Yoga student, who has such a serious ailment, should get their doctors permission before starting to practice Yoga with a teacher. If possible, get a doctors referral to a particular Yoga teacher, who is more knowledgeable in this area ... Read article

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