History of yoga
The science of Yoga originated & evolved in India thousands of years ago, even before the times of Veda.
Benefits of yoga
Physical inactivity is linked with a number of non-communicable diseases, such as cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases, which are among the leading causes of illness and death worldwide. By improving fitness, teaching how to breathe correctly, and working to diminish stress, yoga can help to cultivate healthier lifestyles.
Tadasana (palm tree pose)
Tada means palm tree or mountain. This asana teaches one to attain stability and firmness and forms the base for all the standing asana.
Pada hastasana (The hands to feet posture)
Stand straight with feet 2 inches apart. Inhale slowly and raise the arms up. Stretch up the body from the waist.
Ardha chakrasana (the half wheel posture)
Ardha means half. Chakra means wheel. In this posture, as the body takes the shape of a half wheel, hence it is called ArdhaChakrasana.
Trikonasana (the triangle posture)
Trikona means triangle. Tri means three and kona is an angle. As the asana resembles three arms triangles made by the trunk and the limbs, it has been named Trikonasana.
Vrikshasana (the tree posture)
Vriksha means tree. The final position of this asana resembles the shape of a tree, hence the name.
Bhadrasana (the firm / auspicious posture)
Bhadhra means firm or auspicious. Technique: Sit erect with the legs stretched out straight in the front.
Shashankasana (the hare posture)
Shashanka means hare. Technique: Sit in Vajrasana. Spread both the knees wide apart, keep the big toes touching.
Vakrasana (the half spinal twist posture)
Vakra means twisted. In this asana, the spine is twisted which has a rejuvenating effect on its functioning.
Ardha ustrasana (the half camel posture)
Uṣṭra means camel. The final version of this asana resembles the hump of a camel. In this version, only the first stage (half) of the asana is being practiced.
Bhujangasana (the cobra posture)
Bhujanga means snake or cobra. In this asana, the body is raised like hood of a snake.