| At this point, lets break down the major components | | | | body, regardless of which style you choose. The |
| of a typical Hatha Yoga session, and see how each | | | | added surge of endorphins, as a result of this |
| one will enable you to reach your goals. There are | | | | exercise, is another benefit. |
| nine main styles of Yoga in India, but most of the | | | | Pranayama, sometimes called the Yogic science of |
| popular styles, outside of India, are variations of | | | | breathing, is cultivation of air - our most vital |
| Hatha Yoga. Hatha Yoga classes tend, among other | | | | resource. Therefore, you can increase the amount of |
| things, to emphasize physical mastery. | | | | oxygen in your bloodstream without classic |
| Asanas are the physical postures, but depending | | | | calisthenics, but when you combine it with the |
| upon the class, the postures may be held for | | | | postures; you have a very powerful combination for |
| different durations, such as: A half breath (an exhale | | | | stress relief. |
| or inhale), a few breaths, or a few minutes. Some | | | | Meditation is known for its stress management, |
| classes are very active, with flowing movement, | | | | focused concentration, and conscious relaxation |
| heated studios up to 105 degrees | | | | benefits. In fact, there are so many meditation |
| Fahrenheit, and others are tranquil at around 70 | | | | benefits, that after more than 2,000 studies, |
| degrees Fahrenheit, all year long. | | | | scientists still research for more. |
| So there is a style of Yoga for every person, and | | | | How will all this help you achieve your goals? Simple: |
| you should be aware of what you are getting into | | | | Once you are armed with the ability to relieve |
| before you start. You should also be aware that the | | | | yourself from the burdens of stress, negative |
| doors are not locked, and if 105 degrees is too much | | | | obstacles, and needless worrying, you then have the |
| heat, it is your call. | | | | ability to prioritize and learn from your mistakes. |
| This past summer, in Arizona, a number of people | | | | If you make a mistake, so does everyone else. |
| died, due to excessive heat. If your body | | | | Nobody is keeping track of your mistakes, except |
| temperature reaches 105 degrees, you could possibly | | | | you. Everyone wants to be recognized, so grab |
| have heat stroke. What is your natural climate like? | | | | every opportunity you can. Make sure you dont |
| Please know your temperature tolerance and know | | | | forget to write your goals down and review them |
| that people are different. | | | | often. You will see them come to pass. |
| The Yoga postures release tension throughout your | | | | |