Shashankasana – Rabbit Pose Yoga – Steps & Benefits One of the forward-bending yoga poses, the Shashankasana is also called the child pose or the rabbit pose, or the hare pose as the asana resembles a Rabbit or even a child in a foetal position. ‘Shashank’ in Sanskrit means moon and the moon symbolizes peace and calmness. Shashankasana has a calming, soothing, and tranquilizing effect. There are many other benefits of this asana including anger management, relaxation, relieving depression, and flatulence. It helps people suffering from diabetes, removing constipation, in asthma treatment, etc.. It relaxes and calms the nerves and brings tranquility to the…
Author: Mahendra Kumar Vyas
Mahendra Kumar Vyas
Mahendra Vyas, born to Late Shri G. L. Vyas and Shrimati Sharda Vyas, did Civil Engineering from M.B.M.Engineering College, Jodhpur. Worked with Mars Group and Aditya Birla Group, became a part of Yoga Niketan, Mumbai in 2002, and since then practicing Yoga.
What Is Kundalini Yoga, Kundalini Energy Meaning & How To Awaken Kundalini Energy Just as the Sheshnaag, the serpent king, is the support of the whole earth, so is the Kundalini Energy support of all tantra and Yoga. The word Kundalini is derived from the word ‘kunda’ which means a ‘deeper place’. Kundalini Yoga is a science that deals with the awakening and raising of kundalini Energy up the spine through energy centers called chakras. What is Kundalini Energy Kundalini energy lies dormant at the base of the spine until it is activated. When Kundalini awakens, it brings about various changes…
Surya Namaskar Steps with Mantra 12 Poses Of Surya Namaskar (steps) with Names & Mantra have been given in the post. Each Surya Namaskar Yoga Pose has its own Mantra which is written step by step hereunder. Surya Namaskar is said to be a complete sadhana as it is a spiritual practice in itself and includes asanas, pranayama, mantra, and meditation technique. The Surya Namaskar series is good for weight loss and its practice leads to a balanced energy system at both mental and physical levels. Surya Namaskar Steps Name & Mantra Step 1 – Pranamasana Pose Spread a Yoga…
Kati Chakrasana (Standing Spinal Twist Yoga) Benefits Kati Chakrasana (कटि चक्रासन – Kati Chakrasana in Hindi) is also known as the Standing Spinal Twist Pose or The waist rotating pose. The name Kati Chakrasana comes from Sanskrit words, ‘Kati’, which means Waist; ‘Chakra’, which means Wheel or circular rotation and ‘Asana’, which means Yoga Pose, hence the name Kati Chakrasana. In the final pose of this asana, the whole vertebral column is rotated on its own axis. The sole of the feet are well grounded and the pelvis is steadied facing forward. The rotational twist thus provided is of the vertebral…
Tiryak Tadasana – Swaying Palm Tree Pose Tiryak Tadasana (तिर्यक ताड़ासन – Tiryak Tadasana in Hindi) or Tiryaka Tadasana is a lateral bending asana with a stretching effect on one side and contracting effect on the other side. The asana is also called the Swaying Palm Tree Pose. This Yoga asana stretches the muscles and joints of the whole spine and arms like Tadasana but to a lesser degree. It can be included in the Yoga asana for the children as it improves linear growth in growing children. Tiryak Tadasana stretches and contracts the trunk muscles supporting the spine contra-laterally.…
Trikonasana (Triangle Pose) – Steps & Benefits Trikonasana (त्रिकोणासन – Trikonasana In Hindi) should be a part of daily Yoga routine for its contribution to health & wellness. Trikonasana brings stability, strength, and stamina in one’s life. Trikonasana, also called Triangle Pose, is known to stretch and strengthen the muscles of back, thighs, back of the legs and waist. It is one of the best ways to lose weight, reduce waistline, provide best of abdominal exercises, lower back stretches and very good for knee joint also. Trikonasana Meaning The triangle pose consists of two Sanskrit words “Trikon” and “Asana”. “Trikon” means…
Tadasana Yoga Steps Benefits – Mountain Pose Yoga – ताड़ासन Tadasana (ताड़ासन – Tadasana In Hindi) also called Mountain Pose or the palm tree pose is one of the best standing yoga poses for beginners. This asana stretches and expands the whole body. Tadasana has a stretching and strengthening effect on back, shoulders and leg muscles. This asana is very good for those who have to sit for long hours on a chair and also for those who have stiffness or back pain. The term Tadasana is a combination of the words ‘tada‘ (the Sanskrit word for mountain) and ‘asana’ (meaning posture). Tadasana is very…
Soham Meditation – Ajapa Japa Sadhana Soham mantra is the base of Ajapa Japa Sadhana or Soham Meditation practice. First, let us know what is Ajapa Japa. Ajapa Japa Meaning The constant repetition of a Mantra is known as Japa. And the Japa becomes Ajapa Japa when the mantra automatically repeats itself without any conscious effort. There is a practice prescribed by Yogis and sages for the Ajapa Japa – the Ajapa Japa practice or Ajapa Japa Sadhana Asana For Ajapa Japa Sadhana The sadhana of Ajapa Japa can be done in any meditation asana, but for the best results, the…
Diaphragmatic Breathing & Types Of Breathing In Yoga Most people breathe incorrectly. Their breathing is shallow, using only a small part of their lung capacity. This results in a large part of the lungs remaining unutilized and hence allowing germs to accumulate in those lower areas, resulting in ill health. Types Of Breathing In Yoga The three types of breathing techniques explained hereunder viz. diaphragmatic breathing (also referred to as Abdominal breathing or Belly Breathing), Thoracic breathing (also referred to as Chest Breathing), and Clavicular breathing introduce the practitioner to the correct breathing habits with an increased awareness of the breathing process, which…
Preparing For Meditation In Raja Yoga Raja Yoga is one of the four paths of Yoga. It is the path of self-restraint or it is a control of the ‘Vrittis’ of the mind. It has been explained by Patanjali Rishi in one sutra – “Yogas Chitta Vritti Nirodhah” Which mean by suppressing the modifications of the mind-stuff or restraining the thought-waves, a man obtains Yoga. What Are The Eight Steps Of Raja Yoga? Raja Yoga of Sage Patanjali has eight stages, called Ashtanga Yoga. The eight stages of Raja Yoga are – Yama Niyama Asana Pranayama Pratyahara Dharana Dhyana (Meditation) Samadhi…