3 Major Principles of Yoga – Pick What Suits You Best
Exercises aren’t a one size fits all practice and choosing the wrong type can do more harm than good. In Yoga, there are many sects to pick from. Following are a few of the major practices to help you get an idea. Let’s have a look. 1. Vinyasa Yoga – “Vinyasa” essentially means to move in a distinctive way. Compared to other primitive forms of Yoga, Vinyasa is rather new and involves movement coordinated with your breath. The asanas are sequenced in a way that feels natural to you and anybody at any fitness level can pick up a routine and get to it. Also known as Power Yoga, Vinyasa is considered to be one of the smoothest forms of Yoga. 2. Iyengar Yoga – Contrary to Vinyasa, Iyengar practices more detail oriented poses. The asanas are held for longer periods while learning how to breathe and relax in them. Attention must be paid to alignment and correct positiong of the limbs in order to avoid injuries and extract the full benefit of the practice. It is usually taught with pro...