... itself otherwise the consequences of doing yoga practice could be more dangerous than beneficial said Subodh Gupta, Yoga expert from India.

Let us understand how:

There are some breathing exercises like simple alternate nostril breathing (without holding the breath), which can be taught easily without much complications and have various benefits. However, at the same time some of the exercises, for example: kapalabhati breathing technique which is taught to the masses is quite questionable. This exercise even though having tremendous benefits, can be equally dangerous if somebody has heart disease or problem related to hernia said Subodh. Will it help or rather make the hernia and heart problem worse? considering the fact that many Indians suffer from hernia and heart problem.

For example, according to the National Digestive Disease Information Clearinghouse (NDDIC), potential causes for hernia include anything that creates increased pressure in the abdomen. This includes: coughing, vomiting, straining/constipation, etc. now considering this information what about the forceful exhalation which people do while practicing kapalabhati or other pranayama exercises and how far these can be dangerous for people having hernia? Perhaps medical expert can better answer this question in more details.

Similarly there are number of other yoga postures which require great precautions. As we all have different body structures and different fitness le...more

guide To Yoga Supplies And Props

...Whilst yoga can be practised without any props or special equipment, sooner or later most people decide to invest in some supplies for their home practice. Equipment can generally be divided into two categories. First, there is the basic equipment. This can include things like mats, blankets, and perhaps eye bags. The next tier in terms of priority might include straightforward supportive tools, such as belts, bolsters, and blocks. Finally, there is a range of specialized tools that can give very precise support to the positions for which they were designed. This article will discuss some of the different yoga supplies available, and what poses they are generally used for.

Yoga mats could be classed as essential, except that they can be substituted by a large towel, or a cotton rug that isn't slippery. The most important thing it does is help facilitate a student's grip as they move through, and hold, different asanas. It is much eas...more

Yoga - Three Reasons You Should Not Do Kapalabhati Pranayama

...p>On a mental level it energizes and prepares the mind for meditation, it removes sleepiness and removes sensory distraction from the mind.

Kapalabhati should be practiced on an empty stomach, three to four hours after a meal. It is best to practice it after asanas and before meditation.

Note: If you start experiencing any pain or dizziness, stop the practice immediately.

The Kapalabhati Breathing has tremendous benefits to a practitioner. However, there are some health conditions in which this breathing technique should not be practiced.

Three im...more

Yoga

... Yoga Sutra, by Patanjali.

Patanjalis Ashantanga Yoga, or eight-limbed yoga, taught eight steps of yoga to be done in the same sequence. The first limb is Yama. The five yamas are non-violence, truthfulness, not stealing, continence and non-covetousness. The next limb is Niyama. The five niyamas are cleanliness, contentment, spiritual austerities, studying the self and the scriptures, and surrender to God. The third limb is Asanas, a set of postures that create a union between the body and the mind so that the aspirant is able to concentrate his mind better. The next one, P...more

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