Aroma Yoga History/Background/Origin: What is yoga? “The word Yoga comes from the Sanskrit word “Yuj” meaning to yoke‚ join or unite” (Body Poetry Fitness Studio [BPFS]‚ n.d.‚ para. 1). Yoga aims to achieve a balanced life‚ by incorporating mind‚ body and spirit through techniques and practices. Yoga is not a religion‚ but a philosophy that can be incorporated within any belief system. “Some of the most well-known modern schools of yoga include: Iyengar‚ Astanga‚ Ananda‚ Anusara‚ Bikram‚ Kripalu
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“Yoga‚ a way to relieve stressed” I. Introduction Yoga is defined as a system of exercises for attaining bodily or mental control and well-being‚ which was introduced by Patañjali (regarded as the founder of the formal Yoga philosophy) in the 2nd century BC. The Sanskrit word yoga has the literal meaning of "yoke"‚ came from a root yuj meaning to join‚ to unite‚ or to attach. The one who practices yoga or follows the yoga philosophy with a high level of commitment is called a yogi or yogini
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Introduction to Yoga What is yoga? Yoga is an ancient form of exercise that focuses on strength‚ flexibility balance and breathing to boost physical and mental wellbeing. The practice originated in India about 5‚000 years ago‚ and has been adapted in a variety of ways. What are the health benefits of yoga? Dozens of scientific trials have been published on yoga. most studies suggest that yoga has many benefits and is a safe and effective way to increase physical activity‚ especially strength‚ flexibility
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about A. What Yoga is B. Health Benefits C. Mental Benefits D. Social benefits [Transition: To start off‚ yoga has been around…] I. About Yoga A. Has been around for over 5‚000 years B. Three main structures 1)exercise 2)breathing 3)meditation C. Over 100 different types of yoga 1)Hatha a) Most people know this form of yoga: physical movements & breathing techniques. 2) Raja 3) Karma D. Yoga literally means “join or yoke together” (General Yoga Information‚ 2006)
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Philosophy of Raja Yoga For many in the West‚ yoga is simply just a part of your workout plan‚ a means of strengthening the body‚ curing body ailments‚ and improving flexibility. As we review the philosophy of yoga we’ll find that it is "much more than a system of physical exercise for health‚ Yoga is . . . an ancient path to spiritual growth." (Raphael) The word yoga is related to the English word yoke. A yoke is a wooden plank custom fitted on cattle to help them pull the load. The same way the
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The Benefits of Yoga and Meditation In today’s environment‚ many people are suffering with the stress and anxiety of day to day living and are finding themselves unable to cope with life’s little emergencies. Prescription drugs are on the rise due to the increasing need for people to deal with their stress and anxiety. However‚ many people are searching for ways to be less stressed and live a happy and healthy life without drugs. If stress and anxiety are getting the best of you‚ then think about
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Understanding US Yoga Industry: Currently Yoga is a $ 5.7 Billion industry in US. Yoga came to US in mid 19th Century‚ and was made popular by Swami Vivekanand during his World Parliament of Religions. The Yoga got much needed popularity from Margaret Woodrow Wilson. Initially Yoga was popular because of its primary elements‚ and then moved towards Spiritual aspects. Many popular books and journals have been written on Yoga that gained lots of popularity. Yoga also received push from many celebrities
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Branding Yoga: A Divergence in the Business and Practice of Yoga in the USA Introduction and History Yoga practice dates all the way back to the third millennium B.C.E. Evidence of such an assertion is the discovery of seal depicting a man seated in lotus posture in India. Yoga instructors transmitted various ideas about the purpose of yoga; many did it for meditation and quieting the mind while others focused on physical postures and breathing exercises. In any form‚ yoga has brought extensive
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Abstract A complete Hatha Yoga session should be aimed at holistic wellness of mind‚ body and soul. It should contain a well designed sequence of Asanas or yogic poses‚ Pranayam or breathing exercises‚ relaxation techniques‚ and Dhyana or Meditation. The Yoga session should begin with a prayer or chanting of “Om”‚ the primary sound of universe. This helps in relaxing and focusing the mind‚ and bringing calmness to the senses. This should be followed by warming up exercises known as “Yogic Suksma
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Yoga → Sanskrit word “yuj” : to yoke‚ unite‚ join Refers to union of the individual self with the universal self. Union of the mind‚ body‚ spirit. → Philosophical or mystical system found in India; some dates the beginning of yoga back to Shamanism from 25‚000 BCE‚ pre-dating written history. → 4 main yoga systems: Jnana Yoga: Path of wisdom. Explores the human mind through self-study and pursuit of knowledge‚ and to inquire into one’s own nature. (EX: Who am I?) Bhakti Yoga: Path of devotion
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