Friday, 20 August 2010 15:35
When we think of yoga, the first image is of extremely supple individuals tying themselves in knots as they get into the lotus position, then doing a head stand, and finally relaxing by lying on a bed of nails!
Alternatively, the image is of a class full of middle aged women in 1970’s style leotards in dusty church halls. Not surprisingly, this puts a lot of men off going to a yoga class, either on the basis that they ‘can’t even touch their toes’ or because it can be rather off-putting being the only male in a class of thirty-odd women.As a male who has been practising yoga for over a decade now, most of the time I am fine about this, but I wanted to turn the tables and set up a class aimed at men – young, old, sporty and not so fit, to teach the benefits that yoga can offer.
Friday, 20 August 2010 15:24
Yoga has been practiced for around 6,000 years and originated in the Indus Valley region situated in Northern India spanning from Afghanistan in the west to Lahore in Pakistan to the north, and down as far as the Arabian Sea in the south. This area is widely believed to be the cradle of civilisation.
Yoga is a science which helps to bring balance to the mind, body and spirit. This is achieved by practicing physical postures, meditation practices and leading a balanced lifestyle. Nothing is forced, but gradual and significant changes simply happen to one who practices yoga on a regular basis.
Tuesday, 30 March 2010 08:58
The physical postures which most people associate with Yoga are referred to as Asana. This is a term describing 'a comfortable seat'. Some people can sit in the lotus pose and for them this is 'a comfortable seat'. This is not true for most. So next time you are practising Asana or are simply sitting behind your desk, just ask....is this a comfortable seat. If not, then adjust.
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