Jul
06
New to Yoga? Use Exercise Videos To Help You Do It Right
Yoga is something that so many people have become interested in and it is for this reason that yoga exercise videos are leading in the market. Yoga is a glorifying journey that takes the person into a total fitness of mind, body and spirit.
What is yoga?
Our body is made up of many different things like muscles and bones and held as a single structure by using joints, much like the building we build using various materials and make it into a single structure using cement. Luckily for the building it does not have to move, bend or even work. But we humans need to do that and much more. Yes our body is also comparable to the machinery we build that needs frequent lubrication and regular maintenance for smooth working. Similarly our body needs lubrication from the food we intake and movement through physical activities and exercises to keep it running. This is where yoga comes in. After years of research and practice our ancestors have perfected the art of keeping the body flexible, active, young and healthy. And like the power of knowledge it can only be passed down but every individual needs to practice it to gain its full benefits. Yoga is an exercise that can be done in the comfort of your own home and it is for this reason many interested are choosing workout videos. Click here to save 45% on Yoga Video Downloads today.
Yoga is actually set of exercises (or asanas as they are called in India) which target each and every part of our body. These exercises should be done is a smooth manner without jerks or pushes. The first benefit of yoga asanas is it improves blood circulation in every part of our body and activates the “happy cells”. People practicing yoga asanas regularly have a “happy feeling” about themselves, do not confuse this with positive attitude. This happy feeling comes from the fully nourished individual cells in our body that ooze with energy. Secondly asanas constitute smooth flow of movement from one step to another meaning no strain or physical exertion and hence yoga can be started or practiced at any age. Unlike other forms of exercises, yoga does not need specific equipments or dedicated place to be practiced. A person can begin practicing yoga anytime between the ages of 10 to 100 years.
The Basics of Yoga
Of course yoga asanas can be done at any age yet there are certain restrictions.
Children below the age of 12 years and adults aged above 60 yrs should practice each asana or exercise for shorter durations. This is so advised since most of the asanas require holding of the breath at least for a few seconds and this should not hamper their breathing
For best results yoga should be practiced every day at least for 15 minutes. Maximum results can be gained when you practice it regularly for 30 to 45 minutes each day
Morning hours are best suited but not necessarily the only time. Housewives and those working from home can practice it anytime in the day while working people can do it in the evening too. Follow the food restrictions strictly and anytime can be yoga time.
To begin yoga asanas your stomach should be absolutely empty. You can start exercises after 3-4 hours of eating a full meal, one and half to two hours after breakfast or light snacks and at least 15 minutes after consuming any liquid including water. If you feel thirsty just before or during exercises, take a few sips of lukewarm water
Exercise in airy spaces, avoid air-conditioned rooms. Compared to other forms of exercises yoga asanas do not make you sweat but fresh air can do wonders. Also avoid loud music. Some of the asanas may need you to focus on your breathing and with jarring loud music banging in your ears this may not be possible.
Yoga should never be practiced on direct hard floor, place a mat or any thick cloth. Yoga does not need specific clothes. But whatever you wear (including your undergarments) should be loose and comfortable and not hamper easy breathing.
Watching exercise videos while practicing yoga will not only teach you the right postures but also provide the much required boost to continue when you are tired or feeling lazy.
Below is a free Yoga Exercise Video! It will take you through the Warrior Poses. Enjoy.
