Discover How Yoga Will Help You Reach Your Goals - Part 2
At this point, let's break down the major components of a
typical Hatha Yoga session, and see how each one will enable you
to reach your goals. There are nine main styles of Yoga in
India, but most of the popular styles, outside of India, are
variations of Hatha Yoga. Hatha Yoga classes tend, among other
things, to emphasize physical mastery.
Asanas are the physical postures, but depending upon the class,
the postures may be held for different durations, such as: A
half breath (an exhale or inhale), a few breaths, or a few
minutes. Some classes are very active, with flowing movement,
heated studios up to 105 degrees Fahrenheit, and others are
tranquil at around 70 degrees Fahrenheit, all year long.
So there is a style of Yoga for every person, and you should be
aware of what you are getting into before you start. You should
also be aware that the doors are not locked, and if 105 degrees
is too much heat, it is your call.
This past summer, in Arizona, a number of people died, due to
excessive heat. If your body temperature reaches 105 degrees,
you could possibly have heat stroke. What is your natural
climate like? Please know your temperature tolerance and know
that people are different.
The Yoga postures release tension throughout your body,
regardless of which style you choose. The added surge of
endorphins, as a result of this exercise, is another benefit.
Pranayama, sometimes called the Yogic science of breathing, is
cultivation of air - our most vital resource. Therefore, you can
increase the amount of oxygen in your bloodstream without
classic calisthenics, but when you combine it with the postures;
you have a very powerful combination for stress relief.
Meditation is known for its stress management, focused
concentration, and conscious relaxation benefits. In fact, there
are so many meditation benefits, that after more than 2,000
studies, scientists still research for more.
How will all this help you achieve your goals? Simple: Once you
are armed with the ability to relieve yourself from the burdens
of stress, negative obstacles, and needless worrying, you then
have the ability to prioritize and learn from your mistakes.
If you make a mistake, so does everyone else. Nobody is keeping
track of your mistakes, except you. Everyone wants to be
recognized, so grab every opportunity you can. Make sure you
don't forget to write your goals down and review them often. You
will see them come to pass.