Kundalini

Article: Kundalini Yoga

by FitEngine

Kundalini yoga includes breathing control with a focus on the effects of the breath on each pose. "Kundalini" in Sanskrit refers to untapped energy at the base of the spine that can be tapped and drawn upwards through the body to awaken each of the seven chakras. The seven chakras are the Root (between the [...]

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Article: The different types of Yoga

by Tasha

Name a method or philosophy, and it'll have countless variations. Yoga is no exception. Each of the most popular types of yoga stresses different things, making it ideal for different people. However, all forms stress correct fundamentals and pose. Iyengar involves the use of props and slow pose progression so correct form is learned, making [...]

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Article: What to Wear to a Yoga Class

by Tasha N - Intermediate: dance/fitness/Injury recovery

When you begin practicing yoga, one thing that you must consider (and many people forget this step until it is too late) is what you will wear. Yoga is unlike most exercises in that you will find yourself in many different positions in a single routine. Therefore, you need clothing that will be comfortable and [...]

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