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Types Of Yoga

Types Of Yoga

Types Of Yoga

Ardhakati Chakrasana

“Ardhakati Chakrasana” is famous as half waist wheel pose as well. The bend from the waist sideways in this asana resembles the wheel. The name of the Asana is derived from the words Ardha, meaning half, Kati, meaning waist and Chakra, which means wheel. It is one of the most common Asnas that are used for general body toning on a day to day basis”

 

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Bhujangasana

“Ardhakati Chakrasana” is famous as half waist wheel pose as well. The bend from the waist sideways in this asana resembles the wheel. The name of the Asana is derived from the words Ardha, meaning half, Kati, meaning waist and Chakra, which means wheel. It is one of the most common Asnas that are used for general body toning on a day to day basis”

 

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Chakrasana

The Chakrasana requires Yoga practitioners to achieve a backward bending posture, which may be difficult to perform initially. But with regular practice and devotion, the Chakrasana can be your best friend, especially if you suffer from spinal issues.

 

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Dhanurasana

“Ardhakati Chakrasana” is famous as half waist wheel pose as well. The bend from the waist sideways in this asana resembles the wheel. The name of the Asana is derived from the words Ardha, meaning half, Kati, meaning waist and Chakra, which means wheel. It is one of the most common Asnas that are used for general body toning on a day to day basis”

 

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Ardh Halasanaa & Halasana

One of the advanced asanas in Yoga, Halasana requires the body to resemble a plow in the final position. Also known as the Plow Pose in the Western World, the Halasana is known for significantly boosting the sexual organs, and has been known for alleviating many other issues in the body related to digestion and blood circulation. The ArdhHalasana, or the Half Plow Pose is a preparatory step towards the Halasana.

 

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Matyasana

Known as the Fish Pose, the Matsyasana is a relatively easy asana to perform and practice, and is a great step for Yoga novices. Just like a fish purifies the water body it lives in by ridding the water of its dirt, this asana is meant to improve our blood purity levels.


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Natarajasana

Also known as the Lord of the Dance Pose, the Natarajasana’s primary influence is the mighty Hindu God, Shiva. Hailed as the Lord of Dance in Hindu mythology, this particular asana should be performed with grace, one of the essential requirements of dance. When done gracefully, the Natarajasana has many health benefits to offer, both physical and mental.

 

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Paschimottasana

The Paschimottanasana, commonly known as the Forward Bend Pose, involves the whole body and stretches all vital parts from head to toe. This particular asana is recommended to many people who have been diagnosed with diabetes.

 

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Salabhasana

The Salabhasana is a posture or asana which falls under the category of Hatha Yoga. Popularly known as the Locust Pose in the west, practitioners achieve resemblance to a locus at rest on the ground in the final position of this asana. People who suffer from lower back pain are often suggested the Salabhasana for its positive effects.

 

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Sarvangasana

The Sarvangasana or the Shoulder Stand Pose is an advanced asana that involves all major parts of the body, and is known for providing a whole host of health benefits. It is an inverted asana, which works on the principle of reversing the position of our organs, which hang generally due to gravity.

 

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Sasankasana

The word ‘Sasanka’ in Sanskrit translates into a rabbit or a hare. As the name suggests, Sasankasana is a Yoga pose in which the posture of rabbit is mimicked. In the final position of the Sasankasana, the body resembles a leaping rabbit. Many Yoga schools also refer to this posture as the Crescent Moon Posture, as the word ‘Sasanka’ also stands for moon in the Sanskrit language.

 

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Sirsasana

Sirsasana is often referred to as the ‘King of all Asanas’ in the Yoga community. It is one of several inverted asanas, which uses the principles of gravity to get to the root of several physical and mental health problems. This is one of the asanas that requires guidance, especially if you are a rookie. There is a high chance of injury if the technique is inappropriate and unsupervised.