Bridge Pose Steps and Benefits of Setu Bandhasana
Bridge Pose or Setu Bandhasana To put in perspective, long working hours and prolonged state of idleness or laziness have led to one of the biggest health distress of this age – the dreadful back pain. Back issues arise due to a host of factors, but it is usually the wrong posture or lack of […]
Fish Pose or Matsayasana with Steps and Benefits in Yoga
The Sanskrit word ‘Matsya’ means ‘fish’ thus, known as Matsyasana or the Fish Pose. Matsayasana Posture in Yoga is carried out in the water, allows the body to float easily like that of a fish. According to Hindu mythology, Matsya was the incarnation of Lord Vishnu who appeared to save the sages and maintain a balance between the […]
How to do the Plow Pose Halasana and its Benefits in Yoga
The Plow Pose (plough pose), Halasana is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘Hala’ which means ‘Plough’. It is named so because the final pose resembles the plough (plow), a piece of agricultural equipment typically used in Tibet and India. The equipment that is used to prepare the soil for sowing crops. Symbolically, the plough (plow) is represented […]
Mindful Eating Techniques for Weight Loss
Each one of us is fond of eating, but we are unaware of ‘Mindful Eating’. We never realize what the food we eat every day does to our bodies. We eat mindlessly and harm our bodies in the long run. I would like to give you an example of my own experience. Being an […]
Surya Namaskar for Weight Loss – Does Sun Salutation Reduce Belly Fat?
How to do Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation) for Weight Loss – Is the big question this International Yoga Day on 21st June. Summer is here and most of us are aiming for that fit body to show off. However, we are all struggling to lose that stubborn fat that refuses to go. Losing weight is […]
Yoga and Gym on the Same day
Many Health enthusiasts do not want to stick to one kind of workout regime as it can get very monotonous. Therefore, they want to try and know if you can combine two or more kinds of workout exercises. “Fitness – if it came in a bottle, everybody would have a great body.” – Cher One […]
Yoga for Seniors – Benefits and Poses
Yoga for Seniors: Is it too late to start Yoga? Are my parents too old to do Yoga? Is there any yoga for seniors? What are the benefits of Yoga for seniors? Can Yoga reverse ageing? Can Yoga make you look younger? Are these thoughts wandering over your mind or your parents and grandparent’s […]
Best time to do Surya Namaskar or Sun Salutation
“Yoga is a light, which once lit, will never dim. The better your practice, the brighter the flame.” – B.K.S lyengar What is Surya Namaskar or Sun Salutation? Surya Namaskar in its literal meaning is also known as ‘Sun Salutation’. It is an ancient technique of expressing gratitude to the sun, a source to all […]
Yoga for Sleep – Poses and Benefits
Yoga for sleep or Yoga Nidra is the key solution to many ailments and health-related issues. For centuries, it has been part of our civilization. However, in the past decade, yoga has picked up great speed and interest. There have been many such true instances of yoga curing people of ailments who were struggling with […]
Yoga or Gym – What is better?
Yoga or gym – Which is better? Can you get fit doing Yoga? Is yoga as good as weight training? How long does it take to see results from Yoga? Yoga or Gym is a question often asked. For a healthy body, staying fit is imperative – by enjoying the benefits of physical activities. Physical activities […]