Video lesson - Sukshma Vyayama - Soft Practice
Exercises in this series have a beneficial effect on various joints and organs of the body. These exercises are very simple and have a “softening” effect on the practitioner. In Sanskrit, this group of exercises is called “sukshma vyayama” - “soft practice”. This series of exercises should be performed at the beginning of daily asana practice to develop the joints and warm up the muscles. They are also recommended for beginners, those who are weakened by illness or for any other reason, those who suffer from heart disease, those with hypertension, and also all those who do not have sufficient flexibility to perform other asanas. [...]
Benefits of Virabhadrasana 2
Benefits of Virbhadrasana 2 (Warrior Pose 2) * Opens and strengthens the thigh muscles. * Tones the lower limbs. * Tones the abdominal muscles. * Opens and strengthens the shoulders, chest and hips • Increases muscle endurance. Warning: *Knee Problems - Students with knee injury or knee weakness should practice with modification. * Neck Problems - Students with a neck injury or neck pain should avoid turning their head and should keep their head straight and look forward. *Pregnancy - After the second trimester, students should continue using modifications with caution. [...]
Benefits of Paschimottan Asana
Benefits of Paschimottan Asana 1. Stimulates the Manipura Chakra and hence stimulates and balances the functions of the stomach, gall bladder, liver, spleen and pancreas. 2. Improves digestion and elimination of toxins 3. Increases peristalsis and fights constipation through a contraction and release effect. 4. Regulates blood sugar levels by regulating pancreatic function. [...]
Muscle tone and Yoga.
Muscle tone and Yoga. Even at rest, our muscles are not completely relaxed. The muscle will still be partially in a position of contraction or tension. This is called muscle tone. This helps us prepare for the next possible actions. Muscle tone also helps maintain body posture. For example, the head maintains an upright position due to the presence of muscle tone in the neck. Why is muscle tone important to understand in the realm of yoga? [...]