Yoga Articles

Fitness » Yoga | By Seth Daugherty @ Thursday, 10th July 2008 @ 2:53 AM

There are so many good reasons to start doing yoga, it makes sense that being fit would be on the top of the list. Fitness and yoga go hand and hand because yoga has several different components that are probably missing from your other exercise routines. This is because yoga is about infusing the body, mind and soul, while helping strengthen the spinal cord. This is why it can be used to strengthen the entire body. Yoga treats the body as a whole unit, and that means either the b... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Amit Kheterpal @ Monday, 7th July 2008 @ 2:02 PM

Yoga is an important form of exercise which is all about positive mind in a fit body. Yoga as a form of exercise is aimed at the connection of the body and breath with the mind. In fact if you look at the origin of the word yoga, it originated from the word yog which means connection or union. It is the union of the body and the breath with the mind in a positive manner. Yoga is all about existence in harmony. This harmony is between the body and the mind. This harmony is achieved by hol... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Thursday, 3rd July 2008 @ 7:54 PM

Practitioners of Yoga are shaping their future through daily practice. Change will be a constant factor throughout life - whether you recognize the effects of change, as it occurs, or afterward. Yet, humanity's search for happiness never changes. We desire happiness from the moment of birth, to our last day; but how do we find, gather, and keep happiness? Let's take two simple steps toward making happiness a part of your daily life. Consider the most common questions stud... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Thursday, 3rd July 2008 @ 7:47 PM

The benefits of Yoga practice are obvious to those who have a firm commitment to take positive action. The difference between empowerment, and failure, is that successful people never give up. Yoga is a mechanism by which practitioners gain mastery over their lives. Once this is realized, you can take responsibility for your path in life. Never doubt your success by depending on others to take responsibility for you. It is true that we need others, so we should recognize that we are inter... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Koz Huseyin @ Thursday, 3rd July 2008 @ 6:34 PM

One of the primary points of meditation, whether that is normal meditation or yoga meditation, is to find more of the gap. Finding the spaces is not always an easy thing to achieve in one life time, let alone many lifetimes (if you are inclined to believe in reincarnation). In this yoga meditation article, you will learn about: * What Is The Gap? * How To Get To Find The Gap? * How To Stay In The Gap Longer While Meditating? * What Is The Gap? In our daily life, we ofte... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Thursday, 3rd July 2008 @ 4:34 AM

If you have your heart set on becoming a Yoga teacher, but your budget will not allow you to spend ten, fifteen, or twenty thousand dollars, on a certification course, you have to consider a few options. Should you talk to your family about a loan? Should you wait a few years? Should you give up or go after your dream? No matter how much they love you, your family members may not be able to finance ten, fifteen, or twenty thousand dollars, in the current economy. You will have to teach hu... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Thursday, 3rd July 2008 @ 1:57 AM

Many students, who aspire to be Yoga teachers, are left confused as to the purpose and difference between certification and registration of Yoga teachers. Let's take a look at both processes and some of the differences between them. The purpose of the Yoga teacher certification process is to make sure that instructors have an excellent working knowledge of all Yogic aspects and safety issues. There is much ground to cover in the process; and many styles emphasize different aspects.more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Tuesday, 1st July 2008 @ 3:26 PM

Have you ever wondered what studio owners are evaluating, when they hire a Yoga instructor? What can you expect at an interview for a Yoga teaching position? Let's look into the minds of Yoga studio owners, to get a better idea of which qualities they seek in teachers, before hiring them. One of the first aspects to consider is the type of Yoga teaching position available. For example: If an advertisement states that a Yoga studio is seeking a prenatal Yoga teacher, an instructor, wi... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Tuesday, 1st July 2008 @ 2:49 PM

Anyone who decides to become a Yoga teacher gives quite a bit back to the local or world community, through selfless service. In fact, giving is very rewarding when you have the ability, or the time, to contribute to a student's well-being or give to a worthy cause. You can be so caught up in other peoples' lives that you tend to forget about your own well-being. From the outside, looking in, Yoga teachers might appear self-absorbed. The student, who becomes a teacher of Yoga, h... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Tuesday, 1st July 2008 @ 2:29 PM

Do you want to develop successful students? Of course you do. Every Yoga teacher is proud of their students. The student who overcomes a disability, and the student who changes his or her life for the best, are stories which make all of us feel satisfied that we became Yoga teachers. How do we point students toward self-development? When a student takes responsibility for his or her own practice, this is the beginning of empowerment. It is wise to inspire your students to, at least, perfo... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Me-Shell Mijangos @ Monday, 30th June 2008 @ 12:19 PM

Yoga has been practiced for thousands of years in India but it has taken the attention of the west only in the late 19th century. Before it became popular, people in the United States thought that yoga was a mere peculiar activity invented to distort the body to come up with different positions for some strange reasons. Even until now, some people are still skeptical about yoga and refuse to undertake it. Sad to say, these people do not know the benefits they are missing. If there is anyt... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Wednesday, 25th June 2008 @ 8:51 PM

Does an affordable Yoga teacher training option, for interns, exist anymore or is it pure fantasy? With the price of everything, except a house, going up; how can we expect to find a reputable training for an intern, who wishes to become a yoga instructor, at a reasonable price? Some interns apply for "seva" programs (community service) in the larger ashrams. Any large facility needs cooks, housekeepers, office help, and a maintenance crew, so this is a good arrangement for the st... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Wednesday, 25th June 2008 @ 12:00 PM

Unfortunately, some Yoga teacher training courses do not cover the value of mantra or japa. In fact, in some rare cases, an intern might learn two dozen (24) Yoga postures (asanas), at level one, over a weekend. It is true that you have to start somewhere, but, in this case, a teacher's continuing education must be pursued in a multitude of directions. However, let's talk about the true benefits, and value of mantra. The definition of mantra should be clear to all Yoga teachers,... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Wednesday, 25th June 2008 @ 12:00 PM

What are employers looking for in a newly-hired Yoga instructor? The needs of employers are straight forward: Any facility, which hires a Yoga teacher, is looking for safety, competence, and certification. When considering a Yoga teacher training program, a prospective intern must consider the depth of the course in the above-mentioned areas. Online Yoga teacher courses are an outgrowth of recent technology and the demand for affordable training options. Home study programs exist for aspi... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Wednesday, 25th June 2008 @ 11:57 AM

Let's take a systematic approach toward happiness, by using Yoga principles, and applying them to life. Here are a few more methods to help anyone find happiness at any time. Just by visiting a local Yoga class, you will find yourself surrounded by positive energy. Yet, this same principle applies to going anywhere like-minded people exist. Always surround yourself with optimists. Look within, and you will find good qualities. Be aware of your strong points and stop worrying a... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Wednesday, 25th June 2008 @ 11:51 AM

After successful graduation from a Yoga teacher training program, you may want to take the shortest track to success. Sometimes, this topic is not discussed during a teacher intensive, but most interns desire professional success. Which techniques should a Yoga teacher master for personal growth and to help others achieve success in their lives? Let's take a look at factors which are very important to the professional growth of Yoga instructors. Optimum communication is a prim... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Saturday, 21st June 2008 @ 12:00 PM

When teaching Yoga classes, there are times when you have to be a "cheer leader." What do I mean by this? There are many interconnected aspects of life, and we all play a small part in them. Each student's level of success, in life, depends on constant positive reinforcement during the day. When you see an accomplishment, do not hesitate to praise your students. This does not have to be artificial praise or flattery. A heart felt compliment is much different. Far too often, p... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Saturday, 21st June 2008 @ 11:45 AM

Sometimes, Yoga instructors are asked to teach classes for free; there is nothing wrong with giving your time for free, but this brings up many more underlying issues. Are "true Yogis" obligated to teach for free because anyone who would accept payment is violating the fifth Yama: Aparigraha? What is a "true Yogi?" What is Aparigraha? The term, Aparigraha, can mean many things, but the definition can range from voluntary poverty, to limiting your possessions, to onl... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Saturday, 21st June 2008 @ 11:30 AM

Yoga teachers infinitely differ in their approaches to student advancement. Some teachers will see a physical achievement as the "end goal." Yet, we know that Yoga has many more aspects for advancement. Among these many aspects are: emotional, mental, and spiritual growth. Yoga teachers might also consider the value of good character in their students. In your community, each of your students represents your studio or ashram. Many people are not familiar with Yoga, so your student... more...

Fitness » Yoga | By Paul M. Jerard Jr. @ Friday, 20th June 2008 @ 1:34 AM

Today's lifestyles define the word, "stress." More than 19 million Americans suffer from some from of anxiety on a regular basis. Part of what contributes to the increase in stress, and anxiety, is that very few people know how to manage their stress. Some of those, who know how to manage stress, fail to create a plan of action. In a nutshell, Yoga can provide the means to cope and reduce stress. Allowing stress to become chronic, or permitting anxiety to take over one's... more...