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Hatha Yoga is an ancient Indian system of working with the human nervous system . Because it releases tension and endows one with renewed energy , too many 20th century people , yoga teachers included, have come to regard the Indian physicist honored as only an exercise for health and vitality of mind and body . It is that , but also much more. Hatha yoga practices are more spiritual than physical , more subtle than gross , more a means to understand the exotic way to relieve stress or limber up the body .

The sages who developed hatha yoga designed as a way to gain conscious control of our life energy , the way to go in , to align the outside so much I could find . For them , it is about a state of consciousness , of the divine life , and is a preparation for meditation .

When you perform the asanas , concentrate on feeling the flow of energy in the nerves . Sensitized yourself to know when the body has been in each position long enough to adjust the nerve currents involved . Then switch seamlessly to the next asana . It's like a dance , dance deliberate fluid . During posture , breathing using the diaphragm , not the chest muscles . Do not over stretch or force the body . Relax into the pose . Do not worry if you can not do it perfectly . Over time , the body becomes more supple and soft . Freeing the mind of thoughts and tensions . It will be more aware , more alive , more serene .

Although there are many more complex hatha yoga routines , these twenty- four asanas provide a balanced system for daily use . For the simple goal to calm the mind in preparation for meditation , this is all you need . For best results , hatha yoga should be taught personally by a qualified teacher . These instructions and drawings are meant only as a basic aid . For more elaborate regimens , inquire at a recognized school specializing in hatha yoga .

The scene of hatha yoga has a spiritual purpose - to balance physical and physical energies in preparation for meditation . Not only intends to make us young, beautiful and creative , but to help calm the mind , body and emotions we can raise awareness of enlightened and know yourself inside.

Various yoga postures have been used as the basis for the stretching moves that are prescribed for athletes or used in other forms of exercise . No wonder , then , that the flood of yoga tapes hit the market .

There are tapes for Olympic level athletes and tapes for rank beginners . There are tapes that will test the strength and endurance , and tapes that lull you into relaxation happy .

Here's a look at four yoga tapes , from the most basic hard . You need to get started is a comfortable clothes and slip -resistant surface like a sticky mat .

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Embracing Power Yoga
The film , directed by coach Los Angeles - to-the - stars Mark Blanchard , is a version of yoga training camp . It's 85 minutes of constant motion challenging designed to increase strength and durability , with Blanchard led the 13 men's and women's classes .

The film is considered suitable for all levels , and there is a segment of 5 minutes at the beginning that gives a brief summary of how to do a lot of basic yoga positions on the tape .

But it was not enough for beginners , and the rest of the film is too stressful for those who are not very fit . You can tell that Blanchard was not too keen on newcomers to yoga because of neglect of the poor , looking for friends in the last line that has little flexibility .

Despite these shortcomings , the film is a remarkable exercise challenging and effective , judging from the sweat pouring out of the class members . But unless you are already in good shape - and with the rules of this movie , which means you can do push - ups , balance easily on one leg and have abs of steel - you're better off with a simple ribbon .

Yoga Zone : Power Yoga for Strength and durability
This routine provides an excellent introduction to strengthen the power of yoga postures . Taught by Lisa Bennett , carrying two 55 -minute exercise classes through .

An athlete is a beginner , others are more advanced . Beginners are encouraged to see that Bennett devotes a lot of time to helping Gina , beginner , find a modified version of a position that allows you to complete all parts of the routine . And veterans can learn a lot from his work with Charles as he guides the movement of the most challenging .

Bennett one of the main strengths is its ability to provide clear , detailed descriptions of proper form , from the knee to the outstretched arm .

Although there is hard work to be done in this routine , Bennett comforting tone and understanding of good behavior .

One of the all-around yoga exercises is coated 12 - steps to the sun . Do it once or twice when you get up in the morning to help relieve stiffness and invigorate the body . A few repetitions at night will help you relax , insomnia often find that six to 12 rounds help them fall asleep .

1 . Stand with your feet slightly apart , palms , thumb your chest .

Two . Inhale deeply, slowly raise your arms over your head , and bend back as much as possible , while tightening your buttocks . Hold for three seconds .

Three . Exhale slowly and bend forward , keeping your knees straight , until your fingers touch the floor outside your feet . ( If you can not touch the floor , go as close as possible . ) Tilt your head to your knees .

April. Slowly inhale , bend your knees , and if your fingertips are not outside your feet on the floor , put it in there . Slide your right foot back as far as you can go , with the right knee an inch of land , ( lunge position ) . Now look as high as possible , arching your back .

May . Before exhaling again , slide the left foot to the right, and with your weight supported on your palms and toes , straighten your legs so that your body forms a flat surface . Make sure your stomach pulled in.

June. Slowly exhale , bend your knees on the floor , bend your hips in the air , lower your chest and forehead to the floor .

July. Now inhale slowly and look , bending the head backwards and then picked up , followed by the upper chest , then lower chest . Lower body - from the navel down - should be on the floor , and your elbows should be slightly bent . Hold for three to five seconds .

August. Exhale slowly and raise your hips until legs and palms on the floor , arms and legs straight in an inverted V position .

9 . Inhale slowly and bring your right foot forward as in position 4 . Feet should be flat on the floor between his fingers . Left leg should be almost straight behind you , with your knees slightly off the floor . Raise your head , look up and arch your back .

10 . Slowly exhale and bring your left foot forward next to the right one . Straighten your legs and stand , trying to keep your hands on the floor and try to touch your head to your knees as in position 3 .

11 . Slowly inhale , raise your hand and stretch back as in position 2 . Do not forget to tighten your buttocks . Hold for three seconds .

12 . Slowly exhale , lowering your arms on the side . Relax. Repeat the series .