Yoga Therapy

Exploring the Healing Power of Yoga Therapy

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In a world where stress and demands never stop, many people are looking toward alternative therapies in an attempt to find comprehensive ways to improve their well-being. Of these, yoga therapy has become well-known as a potent and transforming technique that extends beyond exercise. Rooted in ancient Indian philosophy, it combines physical postures, breath work, meditation, or mindfulness to promote overall health and healing.

Understanding Yoga Therapy:

A customized approach to health or wellness, yoga therapy considers the mental, emotional, and physical health of the patient. Yoga treatment sees the patient as a whole, acknowledging the connection of the body, mind, and spirit, in contrast to mainstream medicine, which frequently treats symptoms separately.

Key Components of Yoga Therapy:

  1. Asanas (Physical Postures): Yoga therapy incorporates a variety of physical postures designed to enhance flexibility, strength, and balance. These asanas not only contribute to physical health but also stimulate energy flow and release emotional tension.
  2. Pranayama (breath control): The practice of pranayama involves conscious control of the breath. By regulating breathing patterns, individuals can reduce stress, improve respiratory function, and enhance overall mental clarity.
  3. Meditation and Mindfulness: Yoga therapy places a strong emphasis on meditation and mindfulness techniques. These practices help individuals cultivate a focused and calm mind, leading to reduced anxiety, improved emotional resilience, and a greater sense of inner peace.
  4. Yoga Nidra (Yogic Sleep): Often referred to as “yogic sleep,” Yoga Nidra is a guided relaxation technique that promotes deep rest and rejuvenation. This practice is particularly beneficial for managing stress, insomnia, and fatigue.

Benefits of Yoga Therapy:

  • Stress Reduction: Yoga therapy’s potent remedy for stress combines physical movement, breath work, and meditation. By encouraging relaxation and lowering the release of stress hormones, the exercise stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system.
  • Pain Management: Yoga therapy transcends conventional approaches to pain management by recognizing the intricate mind-body connection. The gentle movements and stretches improve flexibility and alleviate muscle tension.
  • Mental Health Support: Research has shown that its beneficial for treating mental health issues like anxiety, sadness, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The practice’s holistic approach supports mental health and emotional equilibrium.
  • Enhanced Self-awareness: People become more conscious of their bodies, thoughts, and emotions through consistent practice. Making decisions that are in line with one’s total well-being is made possible by this self-awareness.

Conclusion:

Yoga therapy is an integrated and holistic approach to health that emphasizes the interdependence of the human body, consideration, and spirit. As people seek alternatives to traditional healthcare, yoga treatment stands out as a time-tested & evidence-based practice which encourages not only their physical health but also mental & emotional well-being. Individuals can embark on a revolutionary journey towards holistic health and a balanced, meaningful existence by adopting the concepts of yoga.

Shatkarma

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Yogic science gives as much importance to certain cleansing processes as it does to asana or pranayama. Without regular cleansing of the system we can’t gain maximum benefits.

Without purification of the body one will not be ready for the higher practices of yoga. When the body is free the mind also functions properly.

Body cleansing is gained through the practice “Shatkarmas” or six purificatory techniques. They are very important from the point of view of physical and mental health, and these simple techniques are also highly valuable in healing internal disorders.

 

These are:

1. Neti: nasal cleansing , including jala neti (water) and sutra neti (thread).

2. Dhauti: cleansing of the digestive tract including danta dhauti (water) and vastra dhauti (cotton clothe)

3. Nauli: abdominal massage.

4. Basti: colon cleaning

5. Kapalbhati: purification and vitalization of the frontal lobes.

6. Trataka: blinkless gazing.

Yoga Therapy

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Yoga Therapy
As per modern Terminology Therapy means Treatment and when the Treatment is given by Yoga so it’s called Yoga Therapy. This is not an ordinary therapy but it is intensive awakening and balancing of life. Yoga therapy is not treatment by touching, stretching or pressing or pulling the physical body. That can be termed as physiotherapy.

We add the word therapy due to modern terminology, otherwise in a sense, once we understand yoga in depth it includes yoga therapy. When we are treating person in a holistic way, it becomes yoga therapy.

Modern medical sciences are very good for external diseases which are visible. Invisible diseases like: stress, tension, anxiety, fear, loneliness, depression, inner weakness, insomnia, pains, etc. can be cured through various yogic techniques. These yogic techniques are very powerful and are capable of removing these invisible ailments from our life. We experience a true health through yoga therapy.

“Yoga informs you about what imbalances or internal problems are present. Your must correct the lifestyle and go to the root cause of your diseases for your health to improve”.

“Patanjali says – “STHIR SUKHAM ASANAM”.

Act according to your abilities … do not overuse or over strain and correct your habits.

Outlines to be known before start of Yoga Therapy:

First Diagnosis find the cause and then

Start Treatment along with correcting the habits.

For Every Case Case There are 7 Points of Focus:

  1. Right lifestyle – sleep, work, play, etc.
  2. Right cleaning – pranayam, jalaneti, etc…, positive thought
  3. Right posture – correct asana
  4. Right breathing – increase oxygenation, balance the breath, body & mind
  5. Right mindset- positive
  6. Right diet – nutritious foods
  7. Right relaxation – no stress

Thank you very much

Om Shanti

NADI

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Nadi is a Sanskrit name which is define a term for the channels (nerve, blood vessel, pulse) through which, in traditional Indian medicine and spiritual science, the energies of the the physical body, the subtle body and the causal body are said to flow.

All text explains that there are a large amount of nadis present in the human bodies, some claims hundred of thousand, some millions. In regards to kundalni yoga there are three important nadis

  1. Ida (lies to the left of the spine)
  2. Pingala (right side of the spine)
  3. Sushumna (runs along the spinal cord in the center, through the seven charkras.

Namaste

Master Praveen Kumar Verma

Fundament of yoga

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Principle 1: Proper Relaxation
By releasing the tension in the muscles and putting the whole body at rest, you revitalize your Nervous System and achieve inner peace, making you feel relaxed and refreshed. This relaxed feeling is carried over into all your activities and helps you conserve your energy and let go of all worries and fears.

 

Principle 2: Proper Exercise

This principle revolves around the idea that our physical body is meant to move and exercise. Proper Exercise is achieved through the Yoga Postures or Asana which systematically works on all parts of the body – stretches and tones the Muscles and Ligaments, enhances the flexibility of the spine and the joints, and improves Blood Circulation. The asanas are designed to regulate the physical and physiological functions of the body. Practicing these Yoga Poses makes your body relaxed, gives you more strength and energy, and rejuvenates the various systems of the body. The Yoga Posture goes together with Proper Breathing. Each movement and stretch should be guided by your breath, making your movement and your breath coordinated and feel like one and the same. The execution of the Asana is beneficial to the body, and at the same time contributes to spiritual and Mental growth.

 

Principle 3: Proper Breathing

This means breathing fully and rhythmically, making use of all the parts of your Lungs to increase your oxygen intake. Proper Breathing should be deep, slow and rhythmical. To achieve this, you need to be able to regulate the length and duration of your inhalation, exhalation, and the retention of air in your lungs or the pauses between breath. Yoga Breathing Exercises or Pranayama teaches you on how you can recharge your body and control your mental state by regulating the flow of Prana – the life force. This helps you achieve a calmer and more focused mind, and increases your energy level.

 

Principle 4: Proper Diet

 

What you eat extremely affects your mind. Improper diet results to mental inefficiency and blocks spiritual awareness. Proper Diet is one that nourishes both mind and body. It should be well balanced and based on natural foods. Proper Diet in Yoga also means eating in moderation and eating only when you are hungry. We sometimes tend to eat when we are upset, using food to fill the gap or the emptiness that we feel. Bad eating habits will cause our senses to be dull that we won’t even notice how much we eat or how it tastes and may result to diet related ailments like Obesity and Diabetes. Food should sustain our body. It should keep the body light and supple, the mind calm, and it should also help in keeping a strong immune system.

 

Principle 5: Positive Thinking and Meditation

The way we think highly affects our way of life. Practice keeping a positive outlook in life, this will facilitate in having a peaceful mind. Positive thinking and Meditation helps you remove negative thoughts and puts your mind under perfect control.

And some other sub principles
6. No completion
7. Synchronization of body, mind and breath
8. Respecting individual difference
9. Surrender to higher energy (supreme soul)
10. Live with compassion and gratitude

Yoga for better sex life part-3

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Yoga Poses That Improve Your Sex Life

Wide-Legged Straddle Pose (Upavistha Konasana)
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It improves blood flow to the pelvic area, and where the blood goes, so do energy and vitality.” Research shows that below-the-belt circulation is directly linked to arousal. The more blood coursing through your veins, the higher your “state of enlightenment.

 

Shoulder Stand (Salamba Sarvangasana)
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Sagging skin isn’t the only effect of the Earth’s downward pull. The lower half of your body is more likely to suffer from sluggish circulation because the blood returning to your heart faces an uphill climb. Beat gravity at its own game by flipping upside-down. , this pose works on many woes that can plague a healthy sex life. “It relieves fatigue, calms the mind, lessens symptoms of depression and anxiety, and eases digestive problems.

 

Child’s Pose (Balasana)
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“Many women are so in their head that they can’t get into their body,”. When your mind gets in the way of a good romp in the hay, try this pose to help you focus and relax. “Everything that helps you to be in the moment is going to help you be more sensual. Child’s pose is very soothing and can really tune the mind to the body.

 

Goddess Pose (Supta Baddha Konasana)
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According to Hanley, this pose can help alleviate PMS and menopause––both of which can make you feel as sexy as a sack of potatoes––and it promotes healthy function of the reproductive organs. “Plus, it teaches you how to get comfortable with being vulnerable, which true, mind-blowing intimacy requires,” adds Hanley.

 

Pigeon Pose (Eka Pada Rajakapotasana)
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“Pigeon is the best way to release deep tension in the hips and put the mind in total chill mode. Whereas men tend to store tension in their shoulders, women tend to hold it in their hips. So this pose can help relieve tightness and restore flexibility. Relax into the position and hold for 10 long, deep breaths, advises Stiles.

 

Downward Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana)
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“Downward dog calms the mind and invigorates the body, both important ingredients in good sex. “You can almost feel the tension sliding off your back when you do this pose. Plus, you’ve got your butt up in the air, which is about as ‘come hither’ as it gets!

 

Eagle Pose (Garudasana)
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This move is so sexy, it’s even in the Kama Sutra. In this pose, you wrap one leg around the other like a rope. When you release, all the blood rushes through the cervix, which primes the whole area for some TLC. Don’t be intimidated by this move, it’s not as challenging as it looks.

 

Bridge Pose (Setu Bandha Sarvangasana)
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Exercises that strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, like Kegels, were invented to help treat urinary incontinence, but it was discovered that they had other benefits as well. Namely, they tone the vagina and improve orgasms. According to Barrett, holding the bridge pose is similar to doing a Kegel, because you squeeze those same pelvic muscles.

 

Plow Pose (Halasana)
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Even though stress can make sex seem as appealing as a root canal, it may be just what the doctor ordered; pleasurable activities like sex alleviate stress by blocking anxiety responses in the brain. Still, if you can’t seem to muster the energy, plow pose can help you rejuvenate. “In this position, blood flows to the brain to wake you up. Plus, with your legs draped over your head, you’re looking straight at your hips and connecting to that area visually, which can be a powerful aphrodisiac

 

Better-Sex Yoga Pose: Cat/Cow Stretch
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1] Begin on hands and knees, with shoulders directly over wrists and hips directly over knees.

2] Inhale, and slowly arch back (cow), lifting chest up and away from belly and extending tailbone toward ceiling.

3] Release feet so tops are resting on floor. Exhale and round lower back up (cat), gently contracting belly. Repeat six times and increase range of motion with each repetition.

Why it works: You strengthen your Kegel muscles—the same ones that contract during orgasm—to control your tailbone as you curl from cat to cow, says Barrett.

 

Better-Sex Yoga Pose: Cobra
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1] Lie on belly with forehead touching floor. Place palms face-down by middle ribs.

2] Draw legs together and stretch them out, pressing tops of feet into floor.

3] Press hands down evenly as you draw elbows close to sides of body.

4] Using the strength of your back (not the force of your hands), slowly lift chest off floor, rolling shoulders down back. Use arms for support, while muscles of back and legs are responsible for backbend. Hold for 10 to 20 seconds, breathing evenly, and then gently release to floor.

Why it works: “This is a heart opener pose,” says Barrett. “Love, energy, and breath come from your heart chakra, and this pose indirectly connects to sexual intimacy.” It’s also very energizing; ideal for couples who sometimes feel too wiped out to be sexy.

 

Lotus posture
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Yoga for better sex life part-2

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Asanas For Strengthening The Pelvic Girdle

These set of exercises continues to focus on strengthening the muscles around the pelvis which includes muscles like the gluteus. Strengthening these muscles gives a man control over his movements and stability while performing sex. The more control over the muscles, the less the strain on the heart and lungs and thereby indirectly a man can have more control over his orgasm.
Practice the following exercises to strengthen the most utilized muscles while having sex. Remember, you have to be regular in your practice to see the difference.
Caution:
1] These asanas should not be done on a hard surface as this can hurt the knee joint. Please use a mat. Those suffering from knee pain should use a cushion.
2] Those with excessive lower back pain should avoid raising the knees very high in exercise 2.
3] Those suffering from upper backache, chest pains, tennis elbow or wrist and elbow problems should not do

Exercise 1.
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1] Go down on hands and knees, palms below shoulders, body parallel to floor. Look straight ahead.
2] Raise one leg so parallel to floor.
3] Bring leg to side.
4] Hold 10-30 seconds, breathing normal
5] Repeat other side.

 

Exercise 2.
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1] Go down on hands and knees, palms below shoulders, body parallel to floor. Look straight ahead.
2] Raise one leg up and bend knee so that foot points upwards as shown.
3] Now drop foot at angle as shown
4] Hold 10-30 seconds.
5] Repeat other side.

 

Exercise 3.
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1] Turn body to one side; bring one foot forward apprx 2 feet ahead of other.
2] Raise both arms straight above head, palms together.
3] Bend the back knee and shift front knee back so that both knees are in line as shown. Exhale and move upper body forward as shown keeping arms and upper body in straight line.
4] Hold 10-30 seconds, breathing normal.
5] Repeat with other leg.

 

Exercise 4.
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1] Lie on stomach, elbows bent and close to body, hands beside chest, soles facing up, chin on ground.
2] Keep knees on ground, push upper body up lifting hips, chest, shoulders and chin off the ground.
3] Hold 10-30 seconds, breathing normal.
4] Come back to start position.

 

Yoga for better sex life part-1

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The impact of yoga on improving sexual health is significant.

The worldwide impact of yoga on improving sexual well-being is a subject that relates to many relationships characterized by tenderness, romance, and compassion but hindered by unsatisfying sexual encounters or performance problems.

Yoga, as described in its philosophy, regards sex as an innate and vital component of affectionate partnerships, necessary for the continuation of the human species. Kundalini Yoga, a specialized kind of yoga, focuses extensively on sexual well-being and promotes certain body postures (asanas) to enhance sexual energy. The many poses and breathing exercises in yoga may change the way one experiences sex, providing release from tension and relaxation for the body and creating the conditions for a satisfying sexual connection.

The Advantages of Yoga for Sexual Well-being

Yoga’s influence on sexual health is multifaceted, including:

Heightened Sensitivity
Yoga enhances sensitivity by using breathing methods that decrease anxiety and revitalize sexual involvement. A person who is free from stress is more likely to engage in sexual activity. In addition, yoga cultivates a heightened sense of self and environmental consciousness, promoting empathy and comprehension of the partner’s needs.

Enhanced Sexual Pleasure
Yoga may enhance sexual pleasure by strengthening pelvic floor muscles and improving sexual organ function, resulting in more powerful orgasms. Particular yoga postures may promote sexual vitality, while the practice of yoga for stress relief helps relax muscles, improve flexibility, and therefore enhance sexual performance.

Enhanced levels of energy
Yoga is essential for building energy. Specific positions may significantly enhance endurance and strength, allowing for prolonged sexual activity without fatigue, hence enhancing the overall sexual experience.

Enhanced Physical Fitness
Yoga cultivates a feeling of liveliness and physical well-being, enhancing one’s awareness of the body and its capabilities. It improves stamina, body alignment, coordination, and muscular definition, all of which lead to a more fulfilling sexual encounter.

Investigation of Novel Sexual Positions
The impact of yoga on sexual exploration is remarkable since it enables individuals to engage in different sexual positions that require a supple and fit physique, attained via consistent yoga training.

Suryanamaskar improves sexual vitality.

The Suryanamaskar, often known as the Sun Salutation, is a crucial exercise that specifically targets sexual energy. This 12-step series of movements effectively extends the whole body and helps maintain balanced energy levels, which is crucial for optimal sexual performance. It not only increases stamina but also improves the circulation of essential energy, enhancing physical power and endurance, resulting in a renewed sensation of vitality. Novices may start with a total of five cycles, progressively escalating to twelve.

Cautionary Advisory: Individuals with severe hypertension, cardiovascular ailments, hernias, or acute spinal problems should refrain from engaging in this activity or use care to avoid worsening their condition.

Step 1
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1] Stand straight, feet together, palms joined in front of your chest.
2] Breathe normally

 

Step 2
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1] Inhale, keep palms together and bend back, stretching your arms over your head.

 

Step 3
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1] Exhale and bend forward from hip.
2] Place your palms on the floor and your head on your knees.
3] Keep your knees straight.

 

Step 4
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1] Inhale, take left leg back, bend other knee as shown.
2] Arch your back and look up.

 

Step 5
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1] Exhale, take right leg back.
2] Keep body in straight line from head to toe, toes tucked in, fingers pointing forward. Body weight is balanced on your toes and palms

 

Step 6
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1] Hold your breath, drop your knees, then your chest and chin to floor. Keep your hips raised as shown.

 

Step 7
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1] Inhale and stretch the body upwards.
2] Straighten the elbows, arch your back and look up.

 

Step 8
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1] Exhale, push back on your arms and raise your hips up.
2] Tuck chin towards the chest and look at navel.
3] Keep heels flat on floor.

 

Step 9
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1] Inhale and bring right leg forward, arch your back and look up.
2] In subsequent rounds, alternate between left and right leg as in step four and nine.

 

Step 10
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1] Bring the left leg forward, stand upright, exhale ad bend forward, place palms on the floor as in step 3.

 

Step 11
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1] Inhale, keep palms together and bend back, stretching your arms over your head as in step 2.

 

Step 12
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1] Exhale and come back to position 1.

 

Yoga for diabetes part-1

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Diabetes is one of the common and leading causes of death now a day. Diabetes means that the body does not produce or use insulin properly. Diabetes means that the body does not produce or use insulin properly. Insulin is the hormone responsible in converting sugar, starches and other food into energy. Diabetes is a chronic disorder of carbohydrate metabolism and increase the blood sugar level persistently is the main factor in diabetes mellitus. And it is due to deficiency of insulin, which is secreted by pancreas.

Causes of Diabetes
Obesity
It is mainly due to-
1] Wrong food habits.
2] Lack of exercise
3] Prolonged Stress
4] Hereditary
5] Genetic
6] Bad habits like smoking, alcohol etc.

Pathology of Diabetes
1] Pancreatic tissue Damage
2] Insulin Deficiency.
3] Reduced glucose uptake by cells
4] Sugar remains in blood in high concentration.
5] Sugar level persist for a long time.
6] Damage to various organs and systems.
7] Multisystem Dysfunction.

Types of Diabetes Mellitus
1] Insulin dependent-Severe deficiency of insulin due to gross ,irreversible damage of pancreatic tissue.
Injection of insulin is necessary.
2] Non insulin Dependent-Pancreatic tissue can produce insulin. No need to give insulin.
Other type-
When it occurs in childhood ,it is called as Juvenile Diabetes. Its cause is Genetic.

Symptoms of Diabetes
1] Polyuria (is a condition usually defined as excessive or abnormally large production or passage of urine)
2] Polydipsia (is a non-medical symptom in which the patient displays excessive thirst)
3] Polyphagia or hyperphagia refers to excessive hunger or increased appetite)
4] Fatigue
5] Sweating
6] Palpitation (mean that the heart is not behaving normally.)
7] Weakness
8] weight loss.

In advanced stage-
1] Nausea
2] vomiting
3] Headache
4] Dizziness
5] tremors
6] blindness.
7] If untreated then it turns into Coma.

How yoga Help?
Everyone benefits from yoga – if they undergo proper training and continue with the practice. Regular practice of yoga benefits the body in the following ways:
1] It improves digestion, circulation, and immunity
2] Yoga enhances function of neurological and endocrine organs
3] It can prevents and provides relief from chronic illnesses
4] Overall the body feels healthier, more energetic

Exercise for Diabetes
1] Do all joint movements.
2] Mild to moderate Warming up or jogging.
3] Weight exercise-as possible.
4] Walking.
5] Asanas.

How exercise Works
1] Exercising muscles increase their uptake of glucose 10 to 20 times,as compared with resting state.
2] It enhances the action of drugs and increases insulin sensitivity.
3] It improves cardiac function and lowers excess lipids, thus avoids arteriosclerosis.
4] It increases vitality of tissues.

How Asanas works
1] It’s avoids complications in large, small vessels and also in capillaries.
2] Increases glucose uptake in muscles.
3] Very useful in weak person.
4] Gives freshness to nervous system and avoids its complications.
5] Protects the vital organs.
6] Maintains elasticity and sense of skin, thus avoids risk of foot ulcer.
7] All Asanas are useful to prevent circulatory complications.

Asanas for diabetes.
1] Standing- Tadasana, Parvatasana, Vrukshasana
2] Back Bend-Bhujangasana ,Dhanurasana
3] Forward bend-Padhastasana,Yogmudra
4] Lying down-Supthbhadrasana, Supthvajrasana.
5] Other-Twisting.
6) Gomukhasana, Shalabhasana, Pavanamuktasana.

Sitting Asanas
1] Vajrasana
2] Virasana
3] Padmasana
4] Sidhasana
5] Bhadrasana
6] Utkatasana
All they provides sufficient oxygen by increasing blood circulation to legs.
Thus the skin of foot nourishes and maintains its vitality.
Thus the risk of foot ulcer decreases.

Role of Pranayama (Breathing Exercise)
1] It removes stress induced disturbances and thus avoids risk of arteriosclerosis.
2] It improves oxygen perfusion and avoids tissue hypoxia.
3] It stabilizes sympathetic and parasympathetic system and thus avoids risk of autonomic dysfunction.
Anulom-Vlom,Ujjai,Bhramari –Do each for 12 times twice a day.

Omkar for Healthy Pancreas (Sound Breathing)
The slow ,rhythmic chanting of omkar reduces stress reaction very quickly.
Regular chanting decreases tendency of stress.
Especially,during chanting,specific vibrations forms in abdomen which gives soothing effect to intra-abdominal organs,thus maintain their freshness.


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YOGA MASTER
PRAVEEN KUMAR VERMA
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YOGA FOR WEIGHT LOSS PART-2

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In our last article yoga for weight loss part 1 we discussed about the work out on our toning of Abs and contraction for Abs.

In this Article we will discuss about how to improve shape and tone of your legs with the practice of yoga.

LEGS Stretching and Contracting the Leg Muscles

These following Asanas specifically affect the hamstrings, quadriceps and calf muscles. Contracting and stretching these regularly will tone and shape your legs, improve your figure and make your body swift and agile.
Posture 1
• Sit between your heels.
• Holding the heels, lean backwards and place your elbows on the floor with the head and neck stretched backwards.
• Place your palms on the soles of your feet as shown.
• Hold for 10-30 seconds.
• Place palms on floor, press down and slowly return to start position.

 

Posture2

• From position above, slowly straighten your elbows and lie down on floor.
• Try and keep knees together, place your palms on thighs and hold 30-60 seconds.
• Hold your heels, pushing down on elbows, move up. Press palms down on floor and slowly come up and return to start position.

Maintain the right pH – Balance – Alkalize!

First it’s good to know what pH Balance is.
pH stands for power of hydrogen, which is a measurement of the hydrogen in concentration in the body. The total pH scale ranges from 1 to 14, with 7 considered to be neutral. A pH less than 7 is said to be acidic and solutions with a pH greater than 7 are basic or alkaline. Our ideal pH is slightly alkaline 7:30 to 7:45. You can also test your pH levels regularly by using a piece of litmus paper in your saliva or urine first thing in the morning before eating or drinking anything.

If the body is too acidic (low pH), then the body will attempt to protect itself from the acid by storing fat and using it as a buffer. This is extremely dangerous because the visceral fat (the kind inside the organs and blood vesicles) accumulates within the veins and arteries, narrowing the passage available for the blood and gradually obstructs the activity of the blood vessels. As a result, the heart is forced to overwork just to maintain the blood circulation. If this continues to happen then the heart gets exhausted and a heart attack occurs. This is known as arteriosclerosis. So the pH balance of the body is extremely important. The ideal pH balance is about 7.35. And most people struggling with their weight are too acidic.

Some of the best postures to increase alkalinity are:

 

Posture 3 (Paschimottanasana (seated forward bend)

Sit with your legs stretched out, feet together
• Exhale and bend forward from your hips.
• Hold your toes or heels touch your forehead to your knees and hold 30-60 seconds.
• Inhale slowly as you raise your arms over your head and return to starting position.

 

Posture 4 (Janushirasana (head to knee pose)

Sitting, bend the right leg so that the heel touches the groin area.
• Inhale slowly stretching both arms up over head.
• Exhale slowly as you bend forward. Interlock the fingers and hold your heel.
• Place your forehead, chest and abdomen on the thighs and hold 30-60 seconds breathing normally.
• Inhale slowly as you stretch your arms up and return to starting position.
• Repeat on the other side.

 

Posture 5

• Stand with legs wide apart, feet turned out.
• Bend knees, keep back straight and stretch both arms straight above the head, palms together.
• Hold the posture for 10 – 30 seconds.

 

Posture 6 (Virbhadra Asana 1 (Warrior 1)

• Stand with feet apart, arms above your head, palms together.
• Turn to the left placing left foot 4-5 feet in front of right foot, toes pointed forward.
• Bend the left knee as shown, bend backwards and look up.
• Hold for 10 – 30 seconds.
• Repeat with other leg.

 

Posture 7 (Virbhadra Asana 2 (Warrior 2)

How-to: From a high lunge, roll your back heel to the ground, turn your shoulders parallel to your mat, and reach your arms out parallel to the ground. Keep your body vertical over your hips, and your front knee directly over your ankle.

Tips: Keep your back heel firmly grounded so the weight is shared equally with your front foot, drop your back hip so both are the same height, and reach just as strongly behind you as in front.

 

Posture 8 (Virbhadra Asana 3 (Warrior 3)

How-to: From a high lunge, reach your arms straight forward, shift your weight forward to balance on your front foot, and bring your arms, body and back leg all in one line parallel to the ground.

Tips: By shifting your body gradually forward until there is no weight on your back foot, you’ll be able to lift rather than jump into this pose. To save your lower back, you can also keep your arms reaching back by your sides, or take a prayer under your chest.

Get your heart rate up.

Many people think that getting the heart rate up through jogging or running is a good way to lose weight. Research shows that this is a misconception, and it is not a good way to lose weight at all. It can make a stressed nervous system even more exhausted, and lead to adrenal fatigue. What is much better for weight loss is getting the heart rate up for a very short burst and then dropping it right down, then getting it up and then dropping it down. This can certainly be achieved by an intelligent yoga practice.

Practice with Positive thinking is much and more effective. Through yoga, we can counteract this by creating a safe, positive environment to reconnect with our bodies and quiet the counterproductive messages that often arise in our minds. So all my dear friends try to start your Yoga Practice from now.


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YOGA MASTER
PRAVEEN KUMAR VERMA
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