A Few Words About Power Yoga
by Mark Blanchard
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Throughout the years many people have come to think that
Yoga only entailed breathing techniques, chanting and
stretching. The truth is that Yoga was developed as a
challenging form of exercise. It was scientifically designed
6,000 years ago by the Hindus to harness strength and
endurance so the practitioner could overcome the harsh
obstacles that existed back then.
What It Does
The word Yoga means union or balance. In life, the only
constant is change. Through practicing Yoga, one keeps
up with the changes and brings the body, mind and spirit into
balance. Yoga cultivates a calm and focused mind, a strong and
flexible body, and a feeling of completion, satisfaction and
peace. The direct benefits include increased strength,
flexibility, endurance, better balance, weight loss, stress
reduction and relaxation.
How It Does It
It is a rigorous, cardio-vascular practice that consists of
supporting your own weight in a combination of postures,
holding these positions while breathing dynamically and
flowing into new postures building strength and focus, making
tight joints more flexible and releasing tension. It is a high
heat, high energy workout that increases stamina, tones your
body, develops focusing abilities and really makes you sweat.
In fact, it's the ideal method for training athletes because
of its intense strength and flexibility aspects. As a result,
many sports are turning to Power Yoga for its unparalleled
conditioning, injury prevention and rehabilitation.
After experiencing this wonderful regimen you'll wonder why
it took you so long to become a power yoga student.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Mark Blanchard
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