Posts Tagged ‘Yoga Videos’

Yoga in the Park, Beach, Garden …

September 7th, 2009

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Yoga practitioners are packing up their mats and moving outdoors! Everywhere you look, there are more and more yoga activities taking place in parks, on beaches, in gardens and more. Some yoga schools have weekend events appealing to the masses, and some have smaller practice groups. Fans of outdoor yoga say the fresh air, sun warming your back, and beautiful views make this a very special practice.  The feel of the breeze, scents of flowers or the ocean, sound of chirping birds… what could be more delightful?

Have you ever practiced yoga outside? Was it by yourself or with a group? Was it a good experience and would you recommend it to others?

Here’s an interesting Tweet today from Founder of Anasara Yoga John Friend (@anusarafriend): Handstand split during hike to Green Lake. Three Sisters wilderness, Oregon tour.

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John Friend Handstand Split

What is Pranayama? BKS Iyengar Demonstrates…

September 6th, 2009

There is one thing which connects us all – the breath. We all have to breathe, we all have to fill our lungs with oxygen, and then exhale that breath in order to release carbon dioxide and other wastes. Our body requires this process to continue in order to fill the blood cells with oxygen, giving us energy and allowing our bodies to process nutrients for health.

Pranayama, literally, means the control of breath, or yoga breathing. During a yoga practice, you will breathe in and out during a movement or a position in order to keep the oxygen flowing in your body, allowing more relaxation and deeper stretching.

This controlled breathing also allows the mind to focus and the body to release its stress from the day. Some studies have also shown that continued focus on the breath can help increase the power of the immune system and to help sharpen the mind.

Check out this pranayama demonstration by B.K.S. Iyengar and wow what a beautiful sound!

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