...othing for too long. I needed to get into shape or I was going to DIE. I was only 34 years old at the time.

So a friend of mine -who I was telling this pathetic story of myself to- suggested that I come with him to a Bikram Yoga class. Reluctantly I said, "Yoga, I don't think so". But I eventually agreed, knowing that something had to be done. So I went. And I got hooked. This form of Hatha Yoga awakened something in me that had been dormant for too long. The physical benefits were obvious, as Bikram Yoga is a full and total body workout. But the mental benefits actually outweigh the physical ones. I quickly began to realize that there was a focus and calm pervading my existence, one that I could apply to every part of my life. It has now become part of who I am. I have more energy, more focus, more peace, more happiness.

Bikram Yoga has, in fact, chang...more

Yoga Therapy

...g others into pain. They should not be working with the public in any type of care-giving capacity.

Where will Yoga therapy go in the future? It is only a matter of time for Yoga to be integrated into standard medical therapies. Being cost efficient, and without negative side effects, has made a very strong case for proponents of Yoga therapy. As studies continue to reveal the results of a holistic and pro-active approach to health, standard medicine will evolve.

Copyright 2008 - Paul Jerard / Aura Publications

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Yoga, Good Luck, and Positive Energy

...Are Yoga, Good Luck, and Positive Energy, connected? In one word, the answer is: Absolutely! Yoga creates positive energy, and positive thinking, within your mind. If you practice Yoga, you will develop a passion for life. Due to continuous Yoga practice, you look forward to each breath of fresh air and each mornings bird song.

Every form of Yoga develops your holistic health to be the best it can be. Yoga helps you to develop better health ha...more

Pregnancy and Yoga

...ntense because your body has reached its maximum.

Yoga teaches a woman to relieve stress and tension with simple breathing techniques. When you feel stress and pain you may hold your breath. Yoga teaches you different breathing techniques in order to relax your body. These techniques can be the difference between intense labor pain and mild controllable pain. Although it will be a challenge to keep reminding yourself of these techniqu...more

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