What Does Science Say About Yoga?

                     

Yoga science is a study of the structural framework of the body; the composition and function of various organs and glands; the chemical reaction between glands and hormones; the latent energy residing in the body and the energy created as a result of different chemical reactions; the effect of this released energy and sound.

 It also sets to gain knowledge about the brain, its intelligibility, its thought patterns and its working. 

The thought as a pulsation and its affects are also observed. The part played by awareness is looked at too.

How Yoga Science is Applied

Through asanas (exercises) to support all the bodily mechanisms, setting them straight, kindling and recharging cells of all organs and glands.

Through relaxation methods that coordinate and direct flow of energy to all parts of the body; and dispel stress from the being.

Through pranayama (breathing exercises) to rejuvenate and fortify body and mind.

Through concentration and meditation practices the brain develops an illumined insight, calm, control over emotions; it is also empowered to direct all procedures.

How Healing Comes About

The science of yoga uses yoga exercise for therapeutic purposes; to heal and harmonize all aspects of an individual, mind, body and soul. With this procedure one is taught to live an integrated life; one is made to identify and get rid of all factors that disintegrate the existence. Performing various asanas improves the circulation of blood and lymphatic liquids in the entire body. It enables all the tissues of the body to discharge toxic wastes and replenish themselves with nutrients. Regulated breathing exercises allow our blood to have a high reserve of oxygen which is the primary nutrient for our bodies. The stretching postures of Hatha yoga work on all the muscles and joints, making them elastic and flexible, giving them freedom of movement by taking away the stiffness and rigidity. Relaxation positions reduce the pressure on the limbs and the mind. Yoga as a science also develops mental acuity and lucidity; one is able to focus and concentrate on one's problems and cure oneself. Arousing of the spirit brings an awareness of one's internal and external beings, unifies them and enables one to live a balanced life with ultimate peace of mind.

Yoga Science for Equilibrium

Yoga aims to attain an existence that is full of happiness, tranquility and success; this awareness cannot be reached unless one understands what the true meaning of happiness and success is. Yoga science teaches about transcending above materialism; conducting one's duty without expecting any rewards in this world and removing one's self from the joys and frustrations of this materialistic life. An individual can be considered to exist in a state of harmony and equilibrium when his physical humors are in a balance and he has:

A generally even digestive system and metabolism

Basically essential tissues are functioning normally

All organic workings and secretions are conducted smoothly

There prevails a general sense of well-being(Prasana) at all levels; spiritual(Atma), mental(Mana) and sensory(Indriya)

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What Type of Yoga Is Best For You?

                       

When people are trying something different for a short period of time they tend to come up with all kinds of excuses for stopping the routine.

With yoga people like to say they did not care for it even though they only tried it one time. Then there is the typical, "flexibility and my body did not work well together."

The best excuse used is they quit exercising because yoga hurt their body. If you are not use to exercise then of course the body is going to hurt until it becomes use to it.

Over a thousand of years ago in the country India yoga was born. When the exercises were first practiced it is amazing to see how flexible the people were back then and how they could bend their bodies.

Over the years as the bodies were not worked the same they became less flexible and the lifestyles became more demanding. This is why the yoga ritual has changed some over the years so more people could enjoy the benefits of it.

The West first started seeing yoga appear around 100 years ago. As the exercises became more poplar then there were some things added to the traditional way of exercising with yoga.

There are a variety of different styles in yoga but, here are some that are used by many today:

Styles of Yoga:

From spiritual to completely physical there is yoga for everyone to enjoy.

Yoga can be hard for a variety of people since there are some exercises that are challenging aerobically that even the fittest people have a hard time doing the exercises.

Another reason someone might call it quits is because they become bored with the meditative and slow techniques.

Styles for Teaching:

When joining yoga class there might be an instructor in the front of the room that is demonstrating the different techniques.

As the instructor is showing the moves the class is expected to follow along. Then there are some instructors that will show how to do the technique then walk around and help anyone that is having difficulties.

Finally there are even instructors that will just tell the steps for doing the exercise and the class is expected to do their best.

Expertise of Instructors:

 There are two different kinds of instructors here. There is the one that was taught and can actually do the poses so they share with the class. Then there are instructors that just know how to do the different poses and were not taught by anyone.

Instructors Training:

 The majority of instructors have taken a class where they are taught how to do the poses. It could be a class that just lasts for a weekend or it could be one that lasts for several months. Usually the instructor only learns one type of yoga and that is what is actually taught.

Before starting any classes it is best to see which age group the class is focusing on. It just would not benefit an athlete to take classes that are for middle age and visa versa.

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Bulletproofbodies and Bikram Yoga

As an Extreme Athlete how do you handle the heat?

When was the last time you challenged your Thermo-regulatory system?

Bikram Yoga is a great way to maximise your Yoga session.

The heat helps aid muscles to relax, reducing micro-tearing and optimising your flexibility.

The focus on breathing is paramount, with Pranayama breathing to begin, breathing only through the nose during the session and the workout closes with a return to breath.

The 26 postures take 90 minutes to complete and work on your motor control, balance and proprioception.

There is also an element of Mindfulness as Yoga means Union of both body and mind.

How does your body respond to heat stress?

The American Council on Exercise conducted a study involving 20 participants aged between 28 to 67 who were experienced Bikram Yoga participants.

Each person in the study swallowed a censor to measure their core temperature at 10 minute intervals.

In addition, they also measured heart rate every minute.

What they found was that core body temperature went up to near critical levels where normally heat illness mat occur.

Heart rate was measured as a percentage of their maximum.

Interestingly, Men struggled more with the cardiovascular component of the class when compared to the Women during the study.

Hydration strategies were of significant importance before, during and after the Bikram Yoga session.

Thanks to ACE (American Council on Exercise) Fitness.

References

Hewett, Z.L. et al. (2011). An examination of the effectiveness of an 8-week bikram yoga program on mindfulness, perceived stress, & physical fitness. Journal of Exercise Science & Fitness, 9, 2, 87–92.

Hunter, S.D. et al. (2013). Improvements in glucose intolerance with bikram yoga in older obese adults: a pilot study. Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies, 17, 4, 404–407.

Tracy, B.L. and Hart, C.E.F. (2013). Bikram yoga training & physical fitness in healthy young adults. Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research, 27, 3, 822–830. 

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https://www.acefitness.org/acefit/expert-insight-article/47/5384/ace-study-examines-effects-of-bikram-yoga-on-core