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Fight Stress with Hatha Yoga
Lorna Mclaren
Hatha Yoga is one of the most popular forms of Yoga and
is widely practiced across the world by lay persons and Yogis
alike. Hatha Yoga considers the physical form or the human
body to be the vessel for the soul, and lays a great deal
of importance on physical discipline.
The physical discipline is achieved through 'asanas' (postures),
'pranayam' (breathing exercises) and meditation. By carrying
out these activities, the body is moulded into a perfect receptacle
for spiritual elements.
The 'asanas' and 'pranayamas' are used to power the energy
channels called the 'nadis'. The 'asanas' help to develop
will power, concentration and self-withdrawal, and enable
the practitioner of Hatha Yoga to move closer towards Samadhi,
which is the Yogic term for bliss and inner peace.
The 'asanas', which are well thought-out physical exercises,
make the human body more supple and fitter. They are designed
to make the muscles stronger, energize your key organs, improve
mind-body coordination and to give the mind the sufficient
amount of strength to stay cool and relaxed in times of need.
'Pranayama' is an equally important aspect to the practice
of Hatha Yoga. It is through these breathing exercises that
you activate and channel the vital life energy (termed as
'Prana'). When this vital energy travels from the base of
the spine to the top of the head, you can achieve Samadhi.
The benefits of achieving this state of bliss are somewhat
obvious. This canalization of 'Prana' is also termed as Kundalini
Yoga, which is one of the many branches of Yoga that has originated
from Hatha Yoga.
The term 'Hatha' has been derived from the words 'Ha' and
'Tha'; 'Ha' means 'Sun' and 'Tha' means 'Moon'. In Yoga, the
sun is perceived as radiating positive energy while the moon
radiates negative energy. Thus, Hatha Yoga is based on the
principle of a harmonizing union between the pairs of opposites
(positive and negative). Therefore, taken together, the term
'Hatha' stands for 'union of force'.
The prolonged practice of Hatha Yoga can help you recognize
that a divine light shines within you. This awareness will
make you stronger, more flexible and relaxed. The relaxation
exercises involved in practicing Hatha Yoga opens the 'nadis'
allowing your spiritual energy to flow freely. All sorts of
benefits are received when this happens.
Hatha Yoga is a great way to rid yourself of stress, tension
and anxiety. It also helps you improve your overall health
and fitness. All in all Hatha Yoga is a great tool to develop
your inner self whilst toning, conditioning and relaxing your
outer self.
Find out more about Hatha Yoga and other methods of keeping
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