... I have not recommended a DVD. Why is that? Although Yoga DVDs are very informative, some people get hurt practicing hatha Yoga, while watching a DVD at the same time. It is not uncommon to hear that a beginning Yoga student was injured at home while practicing Yoga with a DVD.

The truth is - DVDs are great learning tools for Yoga teachers, Yoga teacher interns, and Yoga teacher training sessions. Until a holographic Yoga teacher is developed to guide and assist you, in your own home, reading is much safer.

If you have been reading and practicing for six months, a beginner or gentle Yoga DVD should be fine, but please watch it, at least once, before attempting to do any Yoga technique. There is nothing wrong with watching a Yoga DVD a few times and taking notes before attempting any Yoga technique.

When you read, envision, and understand a Yoga technique, i...more

Washing And Caring For Your Yoga Mat

...gins to excrete certain chemicals from their pores as they engage in any physical form of exercise. The cleaner you are going into the session, the cleaner your mat will be when you are done.

With the pre-cleaning options finished, we will move on to the actual after-usage cleaning. most mats, if properly cared for, will only need a cleaning once per month. If you notice a spot or a little dirt on it, just lightly wipe it with a damp cloth (warm water only) and then dry it with either a paper towel or a terry cloth.

However, if the mat is p...more

Become a Certified Yoga Teacher - Do You Have a Passion for Your Job?

...people are going to a job, where they are making a big difference in other people's lives?" How often do you meet anyone who really loves their occupation? How many people wake up, filled with excitement about the day ahead of them?

The sad truth is - very few people feel satisfaction, self-worth, or enthusiasm about their occupation. On top of this, some companies make a calculated decision to fire a non-essential employee, just to put fear into the hearts of the remaining workers, and re-distribute that work among the rest.

Although the work climate has changed over the past two decades, all of us c...more

Why Should I Practice Yoga postures

...Yoga has become the in thing to do in many places and more people than ever practice it. But I am sure that there are still many people who would like to be convinced that they need yoga. In case you are one of these people, this article was written for you and presents the reasons why a regular practice of yoga postures may be just what you need.

The major argument in favor of yoga practice is that it is one of the best ways to relieve stress. While humans of today have far surpassed the achievements of people who lived in a simpler era, we are paying for this intellectual and technological development with a world that is more stressful. Yoga postures and relaxation exercises help t...more

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