3 April 2016
Yoga And Some Misconceptions Related To Yoga
About YogaYoga keeps the body fit and fine. The numerous benefits of yoga inspire many people to practice yoga.
However, there are certain misconceptions related to yoga and these need to be understood to derive the full benefits of yoga and also to not have unrealistic expectations from this ancient therapy. Misconception No 1 - Yoga Can Increase Or Decrease WeightTruth
Yoga does not increase or decrease weight directly. It however, makes the organs of the body healthier and improves digestion. By improving the digestive power, it helps thebody to come to its optimum weight. But this takes time. If you are doing yoga just for the specific purpose of controlling weight you must understand that it will take at least 2 to 3 months to see some effect. Misconception No 2 - Sequence In Doing Yoga Is Not ImportantTruth
Some people on their own keep changing the sequence of yoga asanas and pranayama. However, yoga rules stress on the right sequence of doing yoga. In this regards, first do yoga asanas, then pranayama and lastly go for meditation. Asanas relax the body and open up the lungs. This helps in doing pranayama better as during pranayama we concentrate on controlling our breath. When the breathing is controlled, only then can we concentrate and meditate. Misconception No 3 - Yoga Is Effective In Curing DiseasesTruth
Doing a single asana to cure a disease is not possible because yoga does not cure disease. Yoga practice, in fact, inspires all the body organs to work at their optimum. By doing yoga, blood circulation works optimally, the endocrinal glands work better and the body becomes flexible. This improves health. In view of this, yoga can relieve a lot of health conditions but for this one has to do specific yoga asanas compulsorily. Misconception No 4 - Eat Or Drink Immediately After Doing YogaTruth
Many people drink water, juice or other beverages immediately after doing yoga to get energy. This is wrong. While we are doing yoga the body temperature changes and eating or drinking anything till the body temperature becomes normal can be harmful. This is why yoga experts suggest not drinking or eating at least 45 minutes after finishing yoga. Note that the first meal after doing yoga should be simple and nutritious. Avoid taking spicy food at this time. Misconception No 5 - Fixed Time Is Not ImportantA widespread misconception is that if one is doing yoga in a room, it can be done anytime. However it is suggested that yoga should be done at the right time to derive its full benefits.
Truth Yoga experts suggest that yoga should either be done before it becomes hot in the morning or after it cools down in the evening. However stick to either the morning or the evening schedule only. Do not alternate between the two. For best benefits morning time yoga is the best. Please note : Do not put on the air conditioner while doing yoga. If you are doing yoga in the open ensure that you choose a place that is relatively calm, pollution free and noise free. Some Important Points To NoteIt is not necessary that the yoga asanas that have proved beneficial for someone else will also prove beneficial to you.
There are about 84,00,000 asanas in yoga. Only a yoga expert can tell you which of these are suitable for you. Consult a yoga expert and chart out the best yoga plan for yourself. Then follow this regularly to obtain the full benefits. A Few Useful Videos |
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