DONE BY NAVNNETH SRIDHAR

CLASS- X-B1

Introduction

Yoga is one of the oldest forms of healing therapy. It was originated in India about five thousand (5000) years ago. It is believed that yoga helps to increase the body's energy supply, while providing self-improvement to attain a persons fullest potential of fitness. This form of exercise has become popular in the United States since the 1940’s and is seen more and more in health and wellness centers. Although yoga is offered in public facilities, it can also be done at home. All that is needed is a mat or towel.

History of Yoga

• Origin of yoga is unknown• Thought to have been in

existence for 5000 years• Focuses of 8 limbs

1.Yama- restraint2.Niyamas-Purity and

observance 3.Asanas- Steady Poses4.Pranayama- control of breath

& energy5.Pratyahara-preperation for

meditation6.Dharana- control of the mind7.Dhyana-Meditation8.Samadhi- The superconcious

state

-Alternative-HealthGuide.co

Benefits Many physicians consider yoga to help people

who are battling an illness. Yoga is known for improving flexibility and strength and balance, but it also influences the body and mind. The body and mind are influenced because of the many postures and breathing that is involved with yoga. Anyone can take part in Yoga ranging from the fit, to obese or to digestive complications can benefit from yoga.

Physical improvements are not the only benefits from yoga, but also mental & emotional are included as well. It has many relaxing and healing effects.

Mountain Pose,TadasanaIt is the basic standing asana in most forms of yoga

with feet together and hands at the sides of the body. There is some contention between different styles of yoga regarding the details of the asana which results in some variations. Although Tāḍāsana is a very basic asana, it is the basis and starting point for many standing asanas.

Uttanasana

The asana consists of standing with feet together, then hinging forward from the hips, letting the head hang, with palms placed flat on the floor near the feet.

This allows the unusual occasion for blood to rush to your head (rather than your feet), giving your cells a rejuvenating boost of oxygen. 

Trikonasana

Trikonasana is usually performed in two parts, facing left, and then facing right. The practitioner begins standing with the feet one leg-length apart, knees unbent, turns the right foot completely to the outside and the left foot less than 45 degrees to the inside, keeping the heels in line with the hips. The arms are spread out to the sides, parallel to the ground, palms facing down

Iyengar claims practice of this asana improves the flexibility of the spine, corrects alignment of the shoulders; relieves backache, gastritis, indigestion, acidity, flatulence

Dhanurasana

The name comes from the Sanskrit words Dhanura (धनुर, Dhanura) meaning "bow” and Asana (आसन, Āsana) meaning "posture" or "seat”.

First the practitioner should lie prone and grasp the feet to lift the leg and chest to form a bow. Remain in this position for some time and then return to the previous position.

Kapalbhati Pranayama

Kapalbhati Pranayama is a type of breathing exercise that helps you rid of various ailments over a period of time.

 "Kapal" means forehead and "bhati" means shining. 

Focus on "exhaling". Inhale as normal. Exhale and simultaneously contract the abdomen muscles with each exhalation.

Buddha Konasana

The name comes from the Sanskrit words baddha (बद्ध, baddha) meaning "bound", kona (कोण, koṇa) meaning "angle" or "split",[4] and Asana (आसन, Āsana) meaning "posture" or "seat".

From sitting position with both the legs outstretched forward, hands by the sides, palms resting on the ground, fingers together pointing forward, the legs are hinged at the knees so the soles of the feet meet. The legs are grasped at the ankles and folded more until the heels reach the perineum. The knees remain on the ground, the body erect and the gaze in front. The asana is held before coming back to the starting position. The thighs are stretched with care.

Eagle Twist Pose

Garuda = the mythic “king of the birds,” the vehicle of Vishnu. The word is usually rendered into English as “eagle,” though according to one dictionary the name literally means “devourer,” because Garuda was originally identified with the “all-consuming fire of the suns rays.”�

Stand in Tadasana. Bend your knees slightly, lift your left foot up and, balancing on your right foot, cross your left thigh over the right. Point your left toes toward the floor, press the foot back, and then hook the top of the foot behind the lower right calf. Balance on the right foot.

Sarvagasana

Sarvangasana (SAHR-vahn-GAH-sah-nah; Sanskrit: सर्वा �ङ्ग सन; IAST:sarvāṅgāsana) or Shoulder stand is an āsana.

Lying on the back with the hands under the mid-back, the legs and lower body are lifted so that the weight of the body is supported on the head, neck, shoulders and upper arms. The gaze is towards the toes and the sagittal and transverse line of the head is perpendicular with the midsagittal and mid-frontal line of the body.

Paschimottanasana

Pashimottanasana (PASH-ee-moh-tan-AHS-anna; Sanskrit: पश्चि�मोत्त न सन; IAST: paścimottānāsana), Seated Forward Bend, or Intense Dorsal Stretch is an asana.

the yogi stretches their legs straight and swings the upper part of their body back and forth. With each swing, the yogi tries to reach further with their hands, touching their knees, calves, ankles, and finally their toes.

Halasana

Halasana (hah-LAH-sah-nah; Sanskrit: हल सन; IAST: Halāsana) or Plow Pose is an asana

The practitioner lies on the floor, lifts the legs, and then places them behind the head. Experienced practitioners may enter Halasana from a standing position by tucking chin to chest, placing hands on the floor, walking the feet towards the hands and bending at the elbows to lower shoulders to the floor.

Ardhalasana

Half Plough Pose is similar to Uttanapadasana. Beneficial for building six pack abs as well as curing stomach disorder.

Ardha‘ means ‘half‘ and ‘Hala‘ means ‘Plough‘ so this pose is called as Ardhahalasana (Half Plogh Pose).

Good for building six pack abs. Improves digestion and appetite

Bhujangasana

Bhujangasana (/ˈbuː.dʒænˈɡɑː.sɑː.nɑː/; Sanskrit: भुजङ्ग सन; IAST: Bhujaṅgāsana) or Cobra Pose is an asana.

From a prone position with palms and legs on the floor, the chest is lifted.

Common postural errors during this asana include overarching the neck and lower back. One recommendation is to keep the gaze directed down at the floor and focus on bringing movement into the area between the shoulder blades (the thoracic area, or middle back).

Pavanamuktasana

Pavanamuktasana, Wind-Relieving Pose, Wind Removing Pose, or Wind Liberating Pose is an asana.

The name comes from the Sanskrit words pavan meaning "wind", mukta meaning "relieve”

and asana (आसन) meaning "posture" or "seat”.

It helps in passing the gas,which is blocked in your intestine. It creates space for fresh air in the body to create maximum utilization of the bodily resources. This improves the digestion system and helps have good motion.

Uttana Padasana Uttana (उत्त न, Uttāna) =

intense stretch, straight, stretchedPada (प द, Pāda) = leg, footAsana (आसन, Āsana) = pose, posture, seatUttana Padasana (उत्त न प द सन, Uttāna Pādāsana) = intense leg pose

Raise arms overhead spread fingers, hinging at the hip fold forward, hands to ground Uttanasana (उत्त न सन, Uttānāsana)

Shavasana

Shavasana, Savasana (shah-VAH-sah-nah; Sanskrit: शर्वा सन; IAST: śavāsana), or Corpse Pose is an asana.

The name comes from the Sanskrit words Shava (शर्वा, Śava) meaning "corpse”, and Asana (आसन, Āsana) meaning "posture" or "seat”.

It is intended to rejuvenate body, mind, and spirit.

After the exertions of the practice, shavasana allows the body a chance to regroup and reset itself. After a balanced practice, the entire body will have been stretched, contracted, twisted and inverted. This means that even the deepest muscles will have the opportunity to let go and shed their regular habits, if only for a few minutes.