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Yoga is commonly known as a generic term for a physical, mental, and spiritual discipline

Yoga is commonly known as a generic term for a physical, mental, and spiritual discipline originating in ancient India and found in Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism. Specifically, Yoga is one of the six orthodox schools in Hindu philosophy. It is based on the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and aims to use meditation to attain spiritual insight and tranquility.

In the West, the term "yoga" is today typically associated with Hatha Yoga and its asanas (postures) or as a form of exercise, see Wikipedia on Yoga

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Yoga without the spiritualism

I am a big fan of yoga. I am looking to start practicing at least 3 times a week. My issue is I do not have time for a trainer as my job is time consuming. I have tried watching videos but I get annoyed with the spiritual aspects. Does anyone know…
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Significance of dead body pose in yoga

My yoga instructor always asks me to finish off my session with the dead body pose. I understand the need and benefits of a cooling off session but when I'm hard pressed for time I sometimes skip it. Is there anything else that I'm missing? Is there…
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Yoga for obese male

Is there a type of yoga that would be do able for an obese male with the limitations of obesity and gender (if there are) considered?
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What is the name of the current position when you sit cross-legged on the floor and then extend one of your legs?

This position is called cross-legged : What's the name of the position of the legs in these images? Bending forward or to the side is not what I'm asking. I found this name: "Janu Sirsasana," but I don't think this describes just the position of…
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Head Stand with wall support really helps to perform balance?

Initially, it requires few days to perform ideal position and balance of head stand (yoga posture). So, I have been trying head stand with wall support as shown in following example picture, But, after 2 days of practicing in this way, slightly I…
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Practical Yoga disipline

I am a 44 year old male that want to maintain and improve my flexibility. I think it would be helpful with someone showing me the exercises so I have searched for courses in my area. Have not found any general flexibility course, but a lot of Yoga…
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Yoga for tight hip flexors

I do have tight hip flexors & so have hyperlordosis. I have been doing many standing yoga poses (like warrior - 1\2\3 half moon pose, triangle pose) for last 2-3 months, but progress is very slow. How much time does hip flexors take to gain…
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What are the principles for a correct headstand / sinsasana?

I have started including daily headstand in the morning (sinsasana). It feels like the most relaxing posture I have ever experienced. But, from time to time, (too often for my taste), I do feel something in the neck that annoys me, almost the…
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Is it advisable to use a therapeutic stretch band as a yoga prop?

Is it recommended (or discouraged) to use a long therapeutic stretch band instead of a belt-style band for yoga poses? As an example, is innovation with the strap a bad idea, such as wrapping it around the heel in revolved head-to-knee pose?
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Why does stretching related exercises improve flexibility?

I have seen in many places explanations of hypertrophy and how our muscles become stronger under load, but why do people become flexible when they practice exericses like yoga and such?
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Proper and understandable (visual) instructions for doing Siddhasana

I read instructions for doing Siddhasana from various sources. Some sources do not contain instructions in detail and many sources do not contain figures to understand where to place the left heel and right heel. Most of the sources contain…
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Dealing with yogic philosophies and weight loss with yoga

Past : I used to weight train in the gym and looked close to shredded years back. I also meditated for a couple of months a couple of years back. I started reading things on Instagram and started falling into philosophies like synchronicity 11:11…
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Daily Yin Yoga Hamstring Workout

I have been doing Yoga for over 1.5 years now. Recently I started doing Acro Yoga. I noticed one of my limitations are my hamstrings. When I started Yoga, I couldn't even reach my ankle with my fingers. Now I can reach the floor with my knuckles.…
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How to eliminate pain while performing half-pigeon?

I practice yoga fairly frequently -- a minimum of 2 times per week, usually Warm Vinyasa flow. One pose that I have been unable to get comfortable in is half-pigeon, despite increased flexibility over the past year. It's not just uncomfortable…
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What is difference between Yoga and Power Yoga?

How do you differentiate between Yoga and Power-Yoga? What are the key differences between them? How should one maintain intake of food before or after doing yoga? Can both types be done on the same day? Where on the internet (or from any other…
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