Traditional India Yoga for the World
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Swami Sivananda, a revered spiritual leader and yoga guru, has been an emblem of health, vitality, and spiritual wisdom. His teachings emphasize body, mind, and spirit interconnectedness, offering a holistic approach to living a long, healthy, and fulfilling life. His theoretical principles are drawn from a life dedicated to pursuing spiritual and physical well-being. In…
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In today’s fast-paced work environment, many office workers find themselves glued to their desks for hours on end. Prolonged sitting and poor posture can lead to stress, tension, and various health issues. Fortunately, incorporating desk yoga into your daily routine can provide much-needed relaxation and physical relief. Here are ten desk yoga poses that can…
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Back pain is a common ailment that affects millions of people worldwide. Whether caused by poor posture, muscle strain, or underlying health conditions, back pain can significantly impact one’s quality of life. Fortunately, yoga offers a natural and effective way to alleviate back pain through specific asanas (postures) that strengthen, stretch, and align the spine…
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In today’s fast-paced world, anxiety and depression have become common diseases, impacting millions of people globally. While modern medicine offers various treatments, many embrace holistic practices like yoga to complement their healing journey. Yoga, an ancient practice rooted in Indian philosophy, offers profound benefits for mental health, particularly in alleviating anxiety and depression. This blog…
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Happy National Nutrition Week! Every year During 1st to 7th of September the world celebrates the power of food to nourish our bodies and minds, regardless of individual differences. We all have unique needs and preferences, and a healthy approach to nutrition recognizes this diversity. India has its own ancient system of medicine that emphasizes…
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Yoga, an ancient tradition born in India, has grown into a worldwide phenomenon beyond physical fitness. It is a pathway to holistic well-being—the unification of physical postures by regulating the flow of breath and meditation, coupled with ideals of ethical living standards. The following guide gives insight into yoga asana—its meaning, benefits, and how to…
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During these virus-shaken days many of us are seeking for online guidance on their yogic path. Numerous online courses pop up and it seems like business with virtual consultants and practice videos is booming. Self practice surely is an often neglected virtue in our modern times as the options and possibilities to join Yoga classes…
Read MoreBY ADITHI MATHEWS There is a grainy, black & white film made in 1976 called ‘The Ultimate Freedom’. The film starts with an introductory monologue which pans close to a man with a youthful face and head full of light hair. His English is laced with an Indian accent, but what undoubtedly stands out is his strong confidence. He…
Read MoreBy Inna Costantini With the increasing number of studios offering yoga teacher training courses, in India and beyond, it can feel confusing when faced with choosing where to go. As a practitioner and teacher, I have become somewhat sceptical of the whole business of short, intensive Teacher Training courses.
Read MoreContinuing our tribute to BKS Iyengar this week, the yoga.in team has selected a few of our favourite videos of BKS Iyengar as a homage to the great yoga master: Genius In Action: BKS Iyengar An excerpt from a film tribute created on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of BKS Iyengar’s first trip to the US…
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