November 2008 - Yoga Tap

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Yoga Tap - November 2008

VARYING THE PRACTICE

November 28th 2008 19:22

I was not aware that I had gotten stuck with the 'same old routine' until commencing the practice of Tibetan Heart Yoga a week or so ago. I had originally developed my personal Yoga routine by practicing Asana and Pranayama from a Yoga manual, and then adapting it to my personal ailments, the weather, and my practice ability. Making changes only when seasonal shift, aches and sinus conditions, time, or progress suggested, I have kept to the same basic procedure for almost two years.

When I decided to practice THY once or twice a week as an alternative sequence, I expected to take a few weeks to learn the routine before being able to put the instruction book aside. What I did not expect was to feel like a total beginner at Yoga

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PRACTICING TIBETAN HEART YOGA

November 26th 2008 14:38

Yoga, Buddhism, Tibet and Tonglen are all important pieces of my life, so after researching Heart Yoga for the original purpose of a written description, I decided to investigate further.

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Yoga Styles: Hiranyagarbha-Yoga

November 24th 2008 16:29

Hiranyagarbha is a Hindu deity. The word 'hiranyagarbha' translates into 'the gold embryo' or into 'golden clothing'; therefore, Hiranyagarbha is usually seen as a sun-god. Much mentioned in Hindu religious texts, the deity Hiranyagarbha is attributed as one of several original promoters of Yoga, along with Shiva and Vishnu.

The Hiranyagarbha tradition of Yoga is said to pre-date Patanjali's form. It stems from teachings contained in the Yoga Sutras and Mahabharata, amongst other ancient Hindu texts. Hiranyagarbha Yoga is said to be the predominant Vedic yoga tradition, from which Patanjali's version stemmed at a latter date. Hiranyagarbha is often attributed as the founder of the Yoga system; the deity regarded as the original knower of Yoga

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Yoga Styles: Hatha Yoga

November 21st 2008 15:52

Hatha Yoga stems from two words, ha and tha; these refer to sun and moon respectively. It represents the joining of ones masculine and feminine aspects. Hatha is also translatable from Sanskrit as 'forceful'. Hatha Yoga is the main style practiced in the Western world when 'yoga' is referred to, without further clarification.

The focus of Hatha Yoga in the West is on Asana and Pranayama. However, other aspects of Yoga are considered to a lesser degree, stemming from these practices. Health and energy are the main purpose of the practice, in turn leading to added ease within other areas of Yoga. Hatha Yoga basically assists to open the energy channels, allowing for progression into deeper aspects of the Yogic lifestyle. In Indian traditions, Hatha Yoga is a starting point for advancing into Raja Yoga practices. It incorporates far more aspects of Yoga than in the West, including mudras and meditation

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Yoga Opinion: OUCH does not always mean STOP

November 19th 2008 17:14

I recently learned the hard way that a sore and crampy hip is not reason enough to limit the Yoga postures that affect the hip.

I had been spending a lot of time in my typing chair and although I often rose to obtain a drink of water, visit the bathroom, check for mail, feed the pigeons, etc, I figure that I did not get up to stretch quite enough. About two weeks ago, I began to be aware of a stiffness in my right hip. I therefore took a day out from the typing chair last week, hoping that this would alleviate the problem. I had also stopped practice of certain Asana that involved my hip, hoping to rest it

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Yoga Styles: Heart Yoga

November 16th 2008 23:12

Heart Yoga combines regular physical Asana practice with Buddhist breathing and mind practices. It is often referred to as Tibetan Heart Yoga. It is practiced in the Gelukpa tradition of Tibetan Buddhism - to which the Dalai Lama belongs. Tibetan Heart Yoga originated circa 1100 AD through the lineage of lineage of Lord Naropa.

A typical modern Western Heart Yoga class will offer you the physical practices of Asana and Tibetan poses, along with scripture and philosophy to stimulate internal health. It also encompasses Pranayama practice. Heart Yoga practice combines our physical well being with compassion and equanimity

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A bit of Yoga fun

November 14th 2008 20:41

For once, I thought I would post something less serious on the subject of Yoga.

I found a Yoga related quiz online this morning and decided to share it

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Interview: Iain of Healthmoves

November 12th 2008 15:57

What are the contact details for your Yoga Center?
Healthmoves: Counselling, Hypnotherapy, & Yoga at 2 Stewart Road,
Hurstbridge, VIC 3099. Tel: 039718 1044 or 0407 514 384

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Interview: Nicole Cutri of YOGAone

November 11th 2008 03:11

What are the contact details for your Yoga Center?
lvl 1, drummond house
cnr mccrae & beveridge sts, swan hill

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Yoga Styles: Gitananda Yoga

November 7th 2008 17:37

Based on Patanjali's Yoga Sutra, and explained by Swami Gitananda, Gitananda Yoga is a form of Ashtanga (8 limbs) Yoga. It is best learned in the traditional Indian manner of direct teachings from teacher to pupil. This is possible with 6-month teacher training courses, which are currently available. For details on current courses and other events, see: Really Long Link

Gitananda Yoga is far from being a mere workout style of Yoga. The complete Yoga package from physical asana practice to enlightened cosmic consciousness is included in this variation of Yoga. Yoga is treated as a complete lifestyle, and not just a one hour routine to be taken once or twice a week

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Yoga Styles: Guru-Yoga

November 5th 2008 15:56

Guru-Yoga is a meditation practice used within the Tibetan forms of Buddhism, most notably within the Vajrayana sect. It is a practice generally undertaken under direction from a teacher. One visualizes a Guru or a specific group of holy beings in the region above the crown of ones head. The precise identity/ies will depend upon the lineage & style of Buddhism being practiced. Sometimes it is one's own personal teacher, whereas at other times it may be a famous Guru from history or a particular group of deities that is focused upon.

The aim of Guru Yoga is to create unity between oneself and the specific Guru that is visualized. One should concentrate on the inner nature of the Guru and identify with this realm, sharing its nature and leading to a personal understanding of the honorable qualities presented by the Guru

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