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Ashtanga Yoga Basics

The word yoga originates from Sanskrit, which is an ancient
language from India. It means union particularly of the body,
spirit and mind. The yoga that we know today is what is termed
as asana, which pertains to postures and poses.

Asana is just one of the eight types of yoga. It is more
physical compared to the other types of yoga, which are more
directed towards the development of mental and spiritual aspect
of an individual. At present the word yoga is used synonymously
with asana.

Basic Yoga Poses If you want to try some basic yoga stances just
to see whether you can do it or not, then the sun salutation is
the way to go. It is easy to follow and very relaxing. Since
this is your first time make sure that you focus on your
breathing and then follow the following procedures one at a time
carefully and slowly:

Breathe in again while looking up. Bend your left knee and put
your left foot in front while lunging forward. By the way your
right leg should be behind you and your knee should be resting
on the floor. While breathing in, position yourself in a push-up
pose keeping your head and your hips off the floor.

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