Ask-Bob.com » Yoga http://www.ask-bob.com Your Questions answered by Bob Thu, 29 Jul 2010 23:25:48 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 Yoga Schools – What Is Right For You? http://www.ask-bob.com/yoga-schools-what-is-right-for-you/ http://www.ask-bob.com/yoga-schools-what-is-right-for-you/#comments Thu, 29 Jul 2010 23:25:48 +0000 admin http://www.ask-bob.com/yoga-schools-what-is-right-for-you/

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Yoga schools hold a special place in yoga education because many of the top locations are in the cradle of yoga’s birth: India. These schools offer some of the most complete and intense training for yoga in the world. Though you could attend a school anywhere, learning in India might be compared to learning culinary skills in France, or literature in London. Whether attending short term classes to train or long term classes to learn the art of teaching yoga, these institutions are places with many yoga education options to choose from. Here are a few you might find in your average yoga school.

Sopan

Yoga Sopan is considered one of the easiest types of yoga to master. The course is often a week long or less. For those who are new to yoga, even in India, this is the place to start. You will learn the movements of yoga as well as the breathing techniques, chanting and meditation. All of these are the foundation of yoga and thus will virtually always be available in a high level yoga school. Mastering Sopan is like learning the fundamentals of any sport or activity: it builds a base and foundation upon which greater things may be built.

Pravesh

In somewhere between 25 and 35 days, most schools will help you to learn Yoga Pravesh. For about an hour per day you work on the movements of your limbs while adding in the movement of neck, waist and hips for a more complete yoga foundation. As yoga schools move along, there will often be lectures or talks added during lessons so that you may gain a better overview of not just the physical side of yoga but also the mental and spiritual sides.

Certification

If you wish to pursue an actual degree in Yoga from a yoga school, they can take anywhere form 3-5 months. In them, once you have built a proper base, you will be introduced to the idea of asanas as well as the more advanced methods for self cleansing and mental focus. You will likely, in addition to yoga session, be involved with research and lecture too as gaining a yoga degree is a complete merger of mind, body, and spirit. This merger will allow you to practice yoga at the highest level and maybe even pursue teaching since you will have truly learned to combine your mind, body, and spirit.

Advanced Degrees

In addition to the degrees and levels listed, you can work up to advanced teaching degrees at many yoga schools. Whether you are becoming a teacher or just wish to master the ins and outs of yoga as a practitioner, you will find that these schools offer you the best in what yoga has to offer you at every level of your being. Remember, as with any yoga instruction, though, always make sure you are comfortable with the school you enter. Yoga is about trust and balance, and with the plethora of high level schools in India and around the world, you will surely find what you need.

Rebecca Prescott presents more information on yoga retreat centers here, as well as more detailed information on the different yoga schools, India, here. Learn yoga, its poses and subtleties, here.

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Any ideas?
Oh btw what’s better AM or PM yoga?
I found three videos for teenagershttp://www.amazon.com/gp/search?ie=UTF8&…
sorry i have no reviews though never tried them or know anyone whom tried them.
i dont know about am or pm yoga either
sorry

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Trying to raise Kundalini just by yoga practices depends on
1. The age
2.The sex
3. The living conditions
4.The general health
5. The regularity in practice & the dietary regulations
6. Above all a teacher who is well versed on this science.
However, I wish to say some thing more on ths:
raising of Kundalini is more or less reaching the “Super manhood”.
It is a a bye product of spiritual evolution. It is an effect.
As a flower blossoms in exact favouable conditions so the Kundalini raises on proper maturity.
Yoga, pranayama etc can be only supporting elements.
Mind you it is not a mechanical process as many people think..
Proper work, devotion, gnana accompanied by some amount of yoga practices may bring the proper result.
Short-cuts may lead us to some extra sensory experiences – which are again a “show” as this world is..
Please Hurry Slowly, but definitely.

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no, usually its expensive due to the energy bills, paying teachers, etc. try asking around for places you could try out before paying. might find a couple places.

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Oh my god, no!
I’m too busy keeling over!

]]> http://www.ask-bob.com/do-women-check-out-the-men-in-yoga-class/feed/ 1 What Is The Difference Between Face Workout And Face Yoga? http://www.ask-bob.com/what-is-the-difference-between-face-workout-and-face-yoga/ http://www.ask-bob.com/what-is-the-difference-between-face-workout-and-face-yoga/#comments Wed, 21 Jul 2010 14:10:21 +0000 admin http://www.ask-bob.com/what-is-the-difference-between-face-workout-and-face-yoga/ Are they the same? Since yoga is banned in Malaysia. How about doing the Face exercise ONLY. Can soneone explain. Which one of these “face exercises’ is yoga from the v.clips banned and which one is not yoga not banned?
Face workout from Jack Lalanne
1)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wr6Qyrz2d…
2)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LMo85HUsX…
3)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isLJ024Ed…
Face yoga
4)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sfm7l0I80…
5)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQyfBcncz…
Yoga is not exactly banned la. Only those with Hindu mantra and chantings is banned. Pls also be clear that the ban is only applicable to Muslims, but I read in Sabah newspaper that a Catholic priest said even Christians should refrain themselves from yoga.
BTW, the fatwa by the National Fatwa Council is not actually gazetted as it has no power to do so. Only the respective states’ fatwa councils has the authority to do so and while I’m yet to hear any council come out with a decision, most of them seems to take only yoga with Hindu elements are forbidden for Muslims.
Okay…my real answer to your question is…hmmm… idk, they look the same.

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Does yoga booty ballet work yes
Does exercise work yes
Does walking work yes
To put it quite plainly any exercise lasting about 30 minutes work just don’t expect results over night its all about what you put into it
I have used yoga booty ballet and I have had results that I would call typical and that is about 2 – 4 lbs a week in loss but once you loose so much you begin to build muscle which will make you feel that you are not loosing weight but you are just remember the muscle weighs more than fat so you will look better but the scale will not show you the results this is where the mirror will show you the results. But you will loose weight in 7 days if you stick to it.

]]> http://www.ask-bob.com/yoga-dvd/feed/ 2 Can Magical Powers Be Acquired Through Yoga And Meditatioin? http://www.ask-bob.com/can-magical-powers-be-acquired-through-yoga-and-meditatioin/ http://www.ask-bob.com/can-magical-powers-be-acquired-through-yoga-and-meditatioin/#comments Wed, 21 Jul 2010 02:05:01 +0000 admin http://www.ask-bob.com/can-magical-powers-be-acquired-through-yoga-and-meditatioin/ i have asked this question earlier also and i have associted criss angel and david blaine with it but most of the people say that they perform illusions. but how criss angel is able to predict the future or uproot the tree or walking on water or seeing the future. and what about the trick in which the card selected by anyone comes from the other side of the mirror. i think there is something beyond illusion.
yes.. but you gotta do it in a serious way without any ego for years.. and years..but you shouldnt meditate just to get magical powers.. instead you should do it to raise your vibration and to work on myself.

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mix two tea spoons of honey in one glass of water and have it in the morning. This may take a long time to reduce weight but no side effects.
for yoga videos search in www.youtube.com or any other video hosting website

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Yoga and its practice is a part of Indian spiritual heritage. Yoga refers to the union of mind, body and the soul. With the practice of yoga, the body and the mind can be relaxed and in the process, the nervous system of the individual is re-vitalized. In addition, yoga practice and meditation develops greater discipline and more self control. The mind and the spirit is benefited with increased self determination, which flows into other aspects of life. Meditation helps in increasing the concentration while with yoga asanas, the muscles of the body becomes flexible. Together, with the practice of meditation and yoga, an individual paves himself the way to attain a stage of eternal bliss. With breathing practices (Pranayama), dhyana (meditation) and different yoga postures (asanas), one can free himself from the grasp of consciousness and realize the state of liberation or ‘Moksha’.

The yoga accessories enhance the overall yoga practice with convenience and comfort. Wearing proper yoga clothes is the key to comfortable asanas that help in perfecting the yoga poses. Clothes for Yoga must be comfortable enough so as to allow proper blood circulation within the body of the practitioner. Preferably, they should be made from natural fabrics like cotton, linen, khadi, etc. The clothes must not cling to the body and should allow the practitioner to perform all the yoga poses with utmost ease. It is essential to have a good surface that supports yoga postures and asanas and thus Yoga mat is also an essential accessory for Yoga practice. A yoga mat helps to sharpen the focus and awareness and creates right mental state for a yoga session. A body of the human being is the store house of energy and practicing yoga creates a positive energy within the body. With the yoga mat, the body of the practitioner remains warm. The yoga mats prevent the positive energy of the body getting neutralized by reaching the floor and thus retaining it within the body of the practitioner. Furthermore, the yoga mats provide proper cushioning and stability for daily yoga practice. The yoga cushions are excellent companion for meditation and perfect for practicing the Kundalini Yoga. The cushions make sitting postures and meditation much easier, relaxing the knees, ankles and back. Yoga rugs are also amongst the important accessories that are essential for the practice of yoga and meditation. The yoga rugs are perfect for absorbing perspiration and avoid slipping on hardwood floors.

Spirit Voyage is a company which is into offering various kinds of yoga and meditation accessories. The yoga clothing for men includes cotton pants, capri pants, kurtas, linen shirts and many more. Likewise, Spirit Voyage offers yoga apparels for women including Embroidered Blouse, Chuni, Cord Embroidered Kurta, Cotton Knit Flare Shorts, Rajasthani Wrap Pants and others. Spirit Voyage yoga clothing are made of natural fibers. These clothings enhance the energy levels and stimulate the entire nervous system.

Spirit Voyage offers cozy cushions that aptly complements the meditation practice. These cushions are made of filled with buckwheat hulls that mold to the practitioner’s body and provide cushioning and insulation. The cushions have convenient handle for carrying. Spirit Voyage’s cosmic cushions are uniquely designed that tilts the hips slightly forward, helping the practitioner to maintain the proper upright posture for the lower back. The tapering wings of the cushions support the entire length of the thighs during long meditations. The central cutout allows the heels to rest naturally close to the body.

Spirit Voyage offers yoga rugs that are tightly-woven with thick weave cotton fibers. These rugs are available in multi-color stripes and can be your companion as you practice meditation and yoga.

Spirit Voyage offers a range of yoga mats that offers non-slip performance with superior cushioning and resilience. These yoga mats are durable and sturdy and are made of natural rubber. The yoga mats from Spirit Voyage yoga accessories collection are light weight and are available in different colors. The mats can be kept clean and tidy as these are washable products.

White-Banded Cotton Head Cover, White Cotton Triangle Bandana are among are other accessories offered by Spirit Voyage for your daily yoga and meditation practice. The yoga blankets offered by the company keeps you warmth and are comfortable. The extra padding lends support for different yoga positions.

Yoga is believed to be the practice of quieting and calming the mind and the body of an individual. When the practice of yoga is complemented with a soothing music, it aids in the spiritual upliftment of the practitioner. Music can calm a wandering mind, relieve the stress and transcends it to a peaceful state. Spirit Voyage as a record label company, is into offering various kinds of meditation and yoga music. Spirit Voyage artistes like Deuter, Snatam Kaur, Wah, Hari Bhajan Kaur and others tends to take the listening mind to a deeper spiritual insight. The meditation music CDs and the Yoga DVDs helps to mold the listener and he can realize an union with the supreme. Music of a multiple genre are available with Spirit Voyage. You can rejuvenate your senses as you listen to the Sanskrit Mantras or Buddhist chants. General Yoga DVDs or Native American Yoga Music have the capacity of evoking the boundless peace of life and the feeling of ecstasy within them.

Spirit Voyage also offers different yoga books. These yoga books contain detailed instruction, information and images that helps in the yogic practice. This category includes an exclusive selection of best Yoga books from the paths of Kundalini Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Bikram Yoga, Anusara Yoga, Iyengar Yoga, and Sivananda Yoga.

Heal yourself with meditation music and re-vitalize your senses. Enliven your inner self and let it merge with the supreme as you refresh your body, mind and soul with Spirit Voyage music. With its collection of yoga accessories, yoga music and yoga books, Spirit Voyage tends to take all yoga lovers to an enlightened journey and fill up the senses with eternal joy.

By: Karan Khalsa

The author writes for Spirit Voyage which is engaged in offering various kinds of yoga music and meditation music. The company offers different CDs and DVDs for practicing kundalini Yoga and other yoga forms.

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