| Yoga of Maharishi Patanjali - The Joy of Brahmacharya by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| The literal definition of the root words, brahma and acarya, is "brahmic behavior." In fact, Bramacharya is also the first Asrama (stage of life for a Brahman), when a student lives a life of celibacy and purity, while studying the Vedas. |
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| Yoga of Maharishi Patanjali - The Promise of Satya by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Satya is honesty. If you want to see a controversy, bring up the subject of honesty applied to law, politics, or business ethics. |
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| Yoga of Maharishi Patanjali - The Vow of Ahimsa by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| What is ahimsa? If the believers of all the world's religions practiced this, there would hardly be any conflicts. |
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| Yoga of Maharishi Patanjali - The Challenge of Asteya by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| There is an internal conflict about giving, but the Law of Karma and the Law of Attraction, agree about the end results of giving. When we give time, service, or material toward a person, or a cause, the rewards of giving always come back to us. |
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| Yoga Teacher Training Exam Stress by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Can you imagine a Yoga teacher intern stressed out over his or her exams? It happens more frequently than you think. |
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| The Value of the Yoga Teacher Certification Process by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Should you take new students who are late for class? Who would the legal system "point its finger" at, if a student is injured because he or she skipped the warm-up? These issues should be brought up during the Yoga certification process. |
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| Importance Of Breathing In Yoga by Koz Huseyin |
| When we look into yoga, we often think it is all about flexibility, and meditation. Being able to do amazing things with our body, and reach new spiritual heights. The truth is there are 5 elements to yoga, and one of those is Pranayama, or yoga breathing. |
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| Teaching Yoga As a Profession - Consultants and Mentors by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Does the coach in question have any experience with teaching Yoga or running a studio in a tough economy? Where would a Yoga instructor start to search for a trainer of teachers? |
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| The Truth About Yoga And Pilates by Jon Le Tocq |
| How many times have your heard people say they do yoga or pilates because it helps them lose weight. It's not possible in the long-term. Honestly, it's physically impossibly. Even in the short-term it's like trying to complete a marathon by hopping - why take the long route!? |
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| Is Practicing Yoga Selfish? by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Some of my best memories are of listening to people talk about the benefits of Yoga; but recently, I had a chance to overhear a conversation about how self-centered Yogis are. This person's point of view is an interesting one, even if you do not agree with it. |
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| Teaching Hatha Yoga - Student Safety in Yoga Classes by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Although the general public might see many different styles of Yoga, in a variety of locations, Yoga is often categorized as a form of physical fitness. Some might go a bit further by classifying Yoga as a form of wellness or a mind and body exercise. |
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| Teaching Hatha Yoga Postures With Mindfulness and Safety by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| How much attention, to proper alignment, do you see in Yoga classes? How fast is the pace of the class? Are students being asked about pre-existing injuries before participating in a Yoga session? |
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| Can Yoga Really Prevent Anger Flare-Ups? by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Yoga is said to cure almost every ailment known to humankind, but how do we define anger? Some of us feel anger the minute we wake up, while others never seem to let anything bother them. Anger is hard to place on the emotional spectrum, as it arises from a combination of thoughts, emotions, feelings, and circumstances. |
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| Teaching Hatha Yoga For Injury Prevention by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Yoga is often thought of as a method for preventing injury. How could injuries occur during Yoga classes? How are the postures and pranayama presented during a class? Are postures thoroughly explained or strung together in a sequence and presented "on the fly." |
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| Living Yoga to Calm Your Mind by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| For decades, the public has been aware that Yoga brings about a tranquil state of mind. Yoga principles can be applied toward every aspect of improving daily life. Yoga is much more than pictures of people performing postures - it is a complete lifestyle. |
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| Teaching Hatha Yoga - Silent Observation and Student Abilities by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| When teaching Yoga to new students, there are a variety of challenges for both teachers and students. Yoga can be a learning curve for a new student. At the same time, the methodology of teaching can be a challenge for a Yoga instructor. Below is a question and answer session, in relation to silent observation and student abilities, in a Yoga class. |
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| Pain Releif With Yoga And Meditation Techniques by Carol Bell |
| If you would like to get rid of pain, we give you a few pointers on how to go about it by using yoga and meditation techniques. The great thing is that they are not terribly difficult to do nor are they tough to pick up or to follow on a regular basis. |
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| Yoga in Practice - How to Find Peace of Mind by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Many Yoga practitioners are familiar with the value of a silent retreat to an Ashram or another sacred place. An extended silence turns the mind inward, which makes us more mindful during Yoga and meditation practice. |
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| Pilates: Celebrity Fad with a Historical Grounding by Patrick Omari |
| There's an in-escapable amount of celebrities cooing and fawning over fitness fads such as Pilates, but is this a regime that has an historical or health-related grounding? |
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| Powerful Yoga Exercises for Ripped Abs by Anmol Mehta |
| Yoga is not just good for bestowing peace and tranquility, you will be surprised to learn that yoga is also excellent for toning and building muscle. In this article I will give you 3 great yoga exercises for helping you develop and tone your stomach muscles. |
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| Teaching Methodology For Yoga Instructor Training Courses by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Yoga teaching methodology is learned by instructing classes. Interns should have a firm grasp of the principles, practices, and procedures involved in teaching Yoga classes. |
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| Teaching Hatha Yoga - Students With Pre-existing Conditions and Yoga Teacher Continuing Education by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Yoga teachers should be cautious and give gentle guidance, when a student has any form of a pre-existing health condition or injury. In some cases, Yoga teachers should refer their students to a Yoga therapist or specialist. |
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| How Should the Topic of Philosophy Be Approached in a Yoga Teacher Certification Course? by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| The philosophy component is not what most Yoga teacher interns want to learn. Most people, in general, feel that Asana (Yoga posture) is the heart and soul of our practice. If life were measured only on the physical plane of existence, this might be true, but humans are also connected by mental, emotional, and spiritual growth. |
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| How Should Meditation Be Covered During a Yoga Teacher Certification Course? by Paul M. Jerard Jr. |
| Most students, of Yoga, become proficient at asana and pranayama with practice, but struggle with the ability to meditate. Yoga teachers often mention the importance of practicing meditation at home, but students often "put it off." |
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| Top 5 Widespread Yoga Myths Exposed by Anmol Mehta |
| Article goes into the common misunderstandings about what yoga is all about and how it should be practiced. Important information for both beginner and advanced yogis alike. |
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