Discovering the Origins and Benefits of Yoga Practice
Explore the roots of yoga in Hindu culture, its philosophy, and its impact on health and well-being. Learn about the ancient practices of breath control, posture, and meditation that contribute to a harmonious balance of body and mind, accessible to all individuals worldwide, regardless of background or belief.
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HEALTH & HEALTH & SPORT SPORT YOGA YOGA 1
CONTENT: CONTENT: 1. WHAT? 2. WHY? 3. HOW? 3
WHAT? WHAT? A Hindu system of exercises practiced as part of this discipline to promote control of the body and mind. You cannot always control what goes on outside. But you can always control what goes on inside. 4
Yoga, as a way of life and a philosophy, can be practiced by anyone with inclination to undertake it, for yoga belongs to humanity as a whole. It is not the property of any one group or any one individual, but can be followed by any and all, in any corner of the globe, regardless of class, creed or religion. - Sri K. Pattabhi Jois 5
Yoga originated in India within the Hindu culture Nobody knows exactly "who" invented it The earliest - Rig Veda, 1500 and 1200 BC 2nd century BC by Patanjali, and prescribes adherence to "eight limbs to quiet one's mind and merge with the infinite. The first quasi-rational full description of the principles and goals of yoga are found in the Upanisads, thought to have been composed between the eighth and fourth centuries BC. The Upanisads are also called Vedanta since they constitute the end or conclusion of the Vedas. 6
WHY? WHY? reducing stress helps you sleep losing weight toned and fit body feeling better daily exercise not time consuming really cheap or even free 7
HOW? HOW? 1. 2. clothes + essentials places - home/office/nature (videos) OR fitness/yoga centers (community) JUST BREATHE 3. 8
BREATHING IN YOGA BREATHING IN YOGA Breath in AND OUT just with your nose 9
MY PERSONAL MY PERSONAL EXPERIENCE WITH YOGA EXPERIENCE WITH YOGA 10
AND YOU ASK WHAT AND YOU ASK WHAT MY GOALS ARE? MY GOALS ARE? TAKE A LOOK AT THIS http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=loszrEZv S_k 11
You must be the change you wish to see in the world. ~ Gandhi 12
