Yoga Free Articles - Page 6 of 10
Paul M. Jerard Jr.
What Else Should a Hatha Yoga Teacher Know about Pranayama?
Since Yama literally means "control," you could say that Pranayama is control of "vital energy." When teaching Yoga classes, the four stages of Pranayama should be thoroughly explained. If you think in terms of a pendulum, it is much similar to the four stages of Pranayama. [Read More]
Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Kids Yoga: Dealing with Anger Management
How can Yoga help children deal with anger issues? What solutions can Kids Yoga offer to parents and emotional children? Let's take a look at some solutions that your local Yoga teacher will have to offer in a Kids Yoga class. [Read More]
Paul M. Jerard Jr.
What Should a Hatha Yoga Teacher Know about Pranayama?
Pranayama is possibly the most overlooked aspect of Hatha Yoga. Every Yoga teacher training course includes a significant segment about Pranayama. Although B.K.S. Iyengar wrote detailed works on the subject, some Hatha Yoga teachers barely scratch the surface on the subject of cultivating vital energy through breathing. [Read More]
Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Yoga Options for Managing Anxiety
Yoga has many options for ridding your body of toxins, negative energy, stress, and daily anxiety. Yoga postures (Asanas) are most commonly known, but Yoga breathing techniques (Pranayama) are very beneficial; most can be practiced any time of the day. [Read More]
Paul M. Jerard Jr.
What Should a Hatha Yoga Teacher Know? - Part 4
Demonstrating and correcting Yoga techniques is only part of the job when teaching Yoga classes. A successful Yoga teacher must communicate with all students throughout the class, and keep the passion for Yoga going. [Read More]
Paul M. Jerard Jr.
The Good, Bad, and Ugly of Tantra Yoga
A sex therapist is not usually a Tantra Yoga teacher. This is just another way to market and re-package sex therapy. If you happen upon a sex therapist, who also claims to be a Yoga teacher, do a little research first, and you may find the deeper truth about marketing. [Read More]
Paul M. Jerard Jr.
What Should a Hatha Yoga Teacher Know? - Part 5
Competent Yoga teachers should have enough knowledge to work with special populations; this includes handicapped students, seniors, and many more specialized groups with physical limitations. The reason is that Hatha Yoga is a health maintenance system, but some people only look at the superficial aspects. [Read More]
Paul M. Jerard Jr.
What Should a Hatha Yoga Teacher Know? - Part 2
Yoga teachers should have good working knowledge of Yoga posture alignment and know how to assist a Yoga student who is holding an asana. When you are about to give an assist - ask for permission first; as this might be considered an invasion of privacy by some of your Yoga students. [Read More]
Paul M. Jerard Jr.
What Should a Hatha Yoga Teacher Know? - Part 3
Niyamas are the ethical observances of Yoga. Yoga teachers should know them by heart; Niyamas do not conflict with any law or religion. [Read More]
Rebecca Prescott
Yoga Retreats And Golf - Strange Bedmates Or Not?
Yoga for golf? It's not as crazy as it sounds. Find out how some top golfers believe yoga really helps their game, and why for many, a yoga retreat with golf is the ultimate holiday. [Read More]
Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Yoga Tips for Managing Anxiety and Cultivating Positive Energy
When I hear anyone, who can walk, or easily stand on two feet, make statements such as, "Life isn't fair" and "I don't have enough time to take care of my health" - it reminds me of Russell Conwell's book, "Acres of Diamonds." [Read More]
Paul M. Jerard Jr.
What Should a Hatha Yoga Teacher Know? Part 1
No Yoga teacher should ever put a student at risk. The body of a Yoga student cannot be forced into a position that a Yoga teacher feels is correct. Instead, the body is gently guided to its natural limits, without pain and little discomfort. [Read More]
Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Tantra Yoga, Tantric Sex, or Viagra
Here's a natural Yoga solution for a "pill popping" culture that does not take side-effects seriously, until they feel them, or worse. Male impotency has become a marketing Bonanza. [Read More]
Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Teaching Hatha Yoga: The Philosophy of Abundance
Is abundance just a disguised word for money? Can money be used for a good cause? Do you wonder why some Master Yoga Teachers, Gurus, and Swamis frown on the idea of practicing Yoga for abundance? [Read More]
Paul M. Jerard Jr.
Teaching Hatha Yoga: Designing a Lesson Plan - Part 1
Which asanas, or Yoga postures, should you select? How long should you hold each Yoga posture? What is the benefit of holding a Yoga posture for minutes at a time? [Read More]