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Veria Living's Yoga & Fitness Information
When you visit Veria Living's Yoga & Fitness section, you will find some reference to practices such as Tai Chi and Pilates; however, the main focus of this section is Yoga - pure and simple. You will find applications of Yoga to suit every need from fitness during pregnancy to flexibility in the senior years. Beginners and experienced practitioners alike will find information of interest in Veria's Yoga & Fitness Section.
While we may think of Yoga as a trendy, new form of exercise, the fact is, nothing could be further from the truth. Yoga has been in existence since the 3rd Millennium BC. With origins in India, the word, Yoga, is derived from the ancient Sanskrit - yuj - meaning, joining, union, or attachment. The goal of yoga is unity of body, mind and spirit, also termed moksha, enlightenment, or release. The fact that Yoga remains fresh, new and in-demand today is a tribute to its enduring value in our ever-more-stressful world.
Choose A Style Of Hatha Yoga To Suit Your Needs
Hatha Yoga: In the 15th Century, Yogi Swatmarama, a Hindu sage, introduced Hatha Yoga and devised the classic Yoga manual: Hatha Yoga Pradipika. Hatha Yoga is not just one type of Yoga. There are many different kinds of Yoga that fall under this heading. The purest, traditional form of Hatha Yoga combines meditation, relaxation and the practice of physical postures; however, many variations on the original practice have developed over the centuries.
The form of Hatha Yoga most people are familiar with today is Ashtanga (aka: Astanga) Yoga. This is a mostly physical form of Yoga that focuses on the Ashtanga Series. This type of practice consists of performing a very demanding series of poses that can be completed within one or two hours. One very popular Ashtanga Series is the Sun Salutation (Surya Namaskara), which exercises the entire body while calming the mind and spirit.
Iyengar Yoga:
In the 1930s, Yogi BKS Iyengar developed a form of Hatha Yoga known as Iyengar Yoga. This type of Yoga practice focuses on precision in performing poses. Attention to detail and correct performance of poses takes precedence over exercise in this form of Yoga. Iyengar Yoga Schools and studios can be found all around the world.
Bikram Yoga:
In the 1940s in Calcutta, India, Bikram Choudy created this challenging form of yoga practice. Also known as Hot Yoga or Power Yoga, Bikram Yoga is extremely popular today as a challenging form of exercise and a path to weight loss. Bikram Yoga is performed in a hot room (100 degrees) with a humidity level of 40%. The reasoning behind this is that the high temperature and humidity level help keep the muscles warm and flexible and assist the body in detoxification through perspiration. Bikram Yoga is a fast paced practice of 26 poses done in a rapid, exacting sequence that raises the heart rate and works up a sweat. Bikram Yoga is an excellent form of Yoga practice for people who are already in good shape and want to add a new challenge to their fitness program. It is not a good place to begin your fitness journey. For that, you would be wise to choose one of the gentler forms of Yoga practice.
Yoga & Fitness For Beginners:
If you are just starting out in your fitness journey, basic Hatha Yoga is a great place to start. Yoga practice can help you lose weight, increase flexibility and condition your muscles. Practice can be adjusted to suit any level of ability. Veria Living's Yoga & Fitness section provides great tips on getting started and keeping your motivation level high.
Yoga Videos Make Beginning Yoga Practice Simple & Easy!
You will find an ample and wide variety of enjoyable, useful Yoga videos at Veria Living. Learn to do the Sun Salutation Series and perform poses perfectly both with and without props (such as a chair) depending upon your level of ability. In addition to tips about Yoga practice, you will find tips on how to care for your Yoga equipment, such as DIY Yoga mat cleaning, and more!
Veria Living's Yoga Class Finder:
Use this handy tool to find a Yoga class that's just right for you in your local area!
Pilates:
In addition to Yoga videos, Veria Living also features videos and DVDs on Pilates, a great form of exercise for beginners and those who are already in shape and want to add a new challenge to workouts. Pilates is a form of exercise that helps develop endurance, coordination, strength and flexibility. It is especially good at adding strength to the core muscles of the lower back, abdomen and thighs. Named after its creator, Joseph Pilates, this no-impact, strengthening and sculpting exercise has been around for about a hundred years.
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Yoga & Nutrition Are Inseparable
When you visit Veria Living's Yoga & Fitness section, you may be surprised to see 'Food & Diet' listed as part of the program. Because Yoga seeks to unite body, mind and spirit and you are what you eat, it only stands to reason that Yoga practice would be linked to healthy eating habits. Veria Living's food and diet information will give you dependable, trustworthy facts about the most popular diets, sports and fitness supplements, fat burning foods, and more. Learn the pros and cons of popular weight loss plans such as:
No matter what diet and exercise plan you choose to follow, Veria Living has all the information and tools you need to design a unique and practical fitness regimen.
