Teaching Hatha Yoga: Help! My Students Do Not Want to Practice Pranayama

Recently, a Yoga teacher contacted me with the problem of students who have closed their minds to the benefits of Pranayama. She teaches classes in her own Yoga studio and has a very warm relationship with all of her students. To give you a little background on this Yoga teacher and her class:

Spice Up the Winter Doldrums With a New Yoga Program and Watch the Pounds Come Off

People often say that yoga isn’t aerobic therefore it won’t help you lose weight, but this isn’t the case at all. Any exercise speeds up your metabolism, which helps your body burn more calories and thus lose weight.

The Benefits And Joys Of Yoga

If you haven't tried Yoga yet, its high time you did. Yoga has become so popular now that it is no longer the domain of bored housewives.

Can One Learn Yoga from the Internet?

The internet is becoming the source of information for many topics and yoga is no exception. This author shares his view on how to learn yoga postures online through this insightful article.

Let's Assess Doing Yoga Without Clothing, Shall We?

Controversial? Radical? Perhaps this form of Yoga could be considered as such. Read up on this author's opinions on doing yoga positions nude.

Are Yoga Balls Helpful for Doing Poses?

Well, exercise can be made more fun and challenging using a ball - and Yoga is no exception. Read up on this author's tips for doing exercises with a yoga ball today.

Breath Awareness

The act of breathing is so natural we often take it for granted.

Dangers of Kundalini Yoga

Kundalini yoga is particular path of yoga, which amongst other things can offer a seeker tremendous occult power. Kundalini yoga seeks to open up the different charkas or energy centers. If an aspirant is successful he will be able to have access to these yogic powers at the same time the Kundalini powers can easily be misused and harm both the seeker and other people

Popular Yoga Postures And Positions

The Cobra, The Bow, and The Shooting Bow

Destination De-Stress! Newest Trend in Personal Wellness

Maybe we’re an aging society or maybe we're just all wising up, but personal wellness is becoming popular amongst the 50-something crowd. And, the latest trend in personal wellness is destination wellness retreats. This article gives you an sample of what's available in Italy away from the big tourist areas.

Can You Lose Weight from Yoga and Reap The Rewards?

Lose weight from yoga? There are people who do lose weight from yoga but it entails more than the physical exercising. Yoga is an exercise for the body, mind and spirit. People who have lost weight with yoga have taken a total look at their lifestyle, their eating patterns, the type of food they eat. These are some of the considerations

Yoga Can Help to Avoid Cancer

Cancer is the cause of twenty five percent of deaths in Western communities and there is a groundswell of evidence to show that a great deal can be done to prevent cancer by adopting and practising the living of a stress-free life. But how? Let Sally Janssen, a leading teacher of stress management through meditation, explain how Yoga can help.

Top Tips About Yoga And How To Get Started

Get started in yoga! Discover how to get started in this relaxing pass time today!

Tips For Choosing Yoga Training Courses

The plethora of yoga training available makes it confusing for prospective students to choose one that will meet their needs, as well as provide a good foundation for teaching when they are qualified. Learn more here.

Chair Yoga to Ease Shoulder Tension

Here are some exercises that will relieve the feeling of tightness that comes from sitting in one place, e.g. driving, studying or working at a PC. The great thing about the exercises is that they can all be done sitting in a chair, without any need for yoga mats or lying down.