Author: Mahendra Kumar Vyas

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…

Ardha Matsyendrasana Benefits & Steps Ardha Matyendrasana (अर्धमत्स्येन्द्रासन – Ardha Matsyendrasana in Hindi) is one of the seated Yoga Poses that have an impact on the whole body from the top of the head to the tip of the toes. Ardha Matsyendrasana is also called half lord of fishes pose or seated spinal twist yoga pose. The asana is named after Yogi Matsyendranath, a Hatha Yogi of Nath Tradition, who first taught this asana to his disciples. It is one of the seated spinal twist yoga pose, very good for the back pain, liver, pancreas and all the parts of the body. Ardha…

Yoga And Purification Yoga goes with the common saying: Cleanliness is next to Godliness. Yoga is for purification and the first step to purification would be to clean the body first. For cleaning the body and for the body health in general, cold water bath, steam bath and sunbathing can be rejuvenating and beneficial in many ways. Cold Water Bath Benefits A bath daily in cold water in the early morning before Sunrise should be a part of everyone’s routine. It improves the blood circulation. It is invigorating, energizing and refreshing. The water that gets cooled during the night evolves much…

Paschimottanasana – Back Stretching Pose Paschimottanasana (पश्चिमोत्तानासन – Paschimottanasana In Hindi) is among the excellent forward bend Yoga poses for lower back stretches, weight loss, and for diabetes. The practice of Paschimottasnasana stimulates the solar plexus. This classic forward bend is very good for the whole body, from the heels to the head. This asana is an excellent yoga asana for females and should be a part of the yogic routine of every female and more important for the girls that are about to marry. Paschimottanasana Steps Spread a Yoga Mat on the ground and sit on it with the legs…