Standing Balances

nolanp — Sun, 13 Mar 2011 01:36:34 +0000

One tough series to master is standing balance poses, they require concentration, strength, flexibility and the ability to balance on one leg. To be successful, one must establish a powerful foundation with one foot before aligning the pelvis for stabilization. If you find these postures too challenging, start by holding on to the back of a chair for support. These gentle postures designed to help improve your balance and reduce the risk of a fall at any age, level of strength, flexibility and fitness level. CDC statistics state that 1:3 adults over the age of 65 fall each year. These balance exercises and yoga postures will improve your personal balance and reduce your risk of a fall. Tree, Eagle, Dancer and Warrior III are great examples of balancing poses. Give them a try!

Pranayama, The Science Of Breath Control

nolanp — Sun, 13 Mar 2011 01:35:00 +0000

Practicing Yoga without attention to the breath is like trying to grao a plant without water. One of the 5 prinicples of yoga is Pranayama or breath exercise. There are a variety of breathing techniques practiced in yoga and these exercises are very powerful. If not trained properly, you may experience light-headedness while praticing these techniques. It is important to learn from a trained yoga professional to maximize the benefits of your practice and avoid potential safety issues. Remember, breathing is life. Yoga is the connection of breath with movement. The union of these two activities is the foundation of your practice.
Namaste

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Standing Balances

Pranayama, The Science Of Breath Control