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Ananda Yoga: Ananda Yoga classes focus on gentle
postures designed to move the energy up to the brain and prepare
the body for meditation. Classes also focus on proper body
alignment and controlled breathing.
Anusara Yoga is a relatively new form of yoga (1997), which
pairs strict principles of alignment with a playful spirit.
Postures can be challenging, but the real message of Anusara is to
open your heart and strive to connect with the divine in yourself
and others.
Ashtanga (or Astanga) Yoga is the name given to the
system of yoga taught by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois. This style of yoga
is physically demanding as it involves synchronizing breathing with
progressive and continuous series of postures-a process producing
intense internal heat and a profuse, purifying sweat that
detoxifies muscles and organs. The result is improved circulation,
flexibility, stamina, a light and strong body, and a calm mind.
Ashtanga is an athletic yoga practice and is not for beginners.
Bikram Yoga is the method of yoga that is a comprehensive
workout that includes all the components of fitness: muscular
strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular flexibility and weight
loss. The founder, Bikram Choudhury, was a gold medal Olympic
weight lifter in 1963 and is a disciple of Bishnu Ghosh, brother of
Paramahansa Yogananda, (Autobiography of a Yogi). One of the
unusual but most beneficial aspects of Bikram's yoga practice is
the 95-105 degree temperature which promotes more flexibility,
detoxification, and prevention of injuries. This is the only yoga
style that specializes in using the heated environment.
Hatha is an easy-to-learn basic form of yoga that has become
very popular in the United States. Hatha Yoga is the foundation of
all Yoga styles. It incorporates Asanas (postures), Pranayama
(regulated breathing), meditation (Dharana & Dhyana) and kundalini
(Laya Yoga) into a complete system that can be used to achieve
enlightenment or self-realization. It has become very popular in
America as source of exercise and stress management. The ideal way
to practice the Hatha Yoga poses (asanas) is to approach the
practice session in a calm, meditative mood. Sit quietly for a few
moments, then begin the series, slowly, with control and grace,
being inwardly aware as the body performs the various poses
selected for the practice session. Do not overdo the asanas or try
to compete with others. Take it easy and enjoy.
Integral Yoga: This traditional type of yoga combines
postures, breathing exercises, selfless service, meditation,
chanting, prayer, and self-inquiry.
ISHTA: Developed by South African teacher Mani Finger and
popularized in the States by his son Alan, ISHTA (Integral Science
of Hatha and Tantric Arts) focuses on opening energy channels
throughout the body with postures, visualizations, and
meditation.
Iyengar Yoga, developed by yoga master B.K.S. Iyengar more
than 60 years ago, promotes strength, flexibility, endurance, and
balance through coordinated breathing and poses that require
precise body alignment. The poses are generally held longer than in
other styles of yoga. In Iyengar, you slowly move into a pose, hold
it for a minute or so, and then rest for a few breaths before
stretching into another. Equipment like cushions, blankets, straps,
and blocks to help the less flexible also distinguishes Iyengar
from other types of yoga. Although Iyengar incorporates the
traditional postures, or asanas, that make up the broader category
of hatha yoga, the cushions and other props revolutionized yoga by
enabling everyone -- even the elderly, sick, and disabled -- to
practice. Because of its slow pace, attention to detail, and use of
props, Iyengar yoga can be especially good if you're recovering
from an injury. Iyengar is still one of the most popular types of
yoga taught today.
Jivamukti Yoga: Developed in 1986 by Sharon Gannon and David
Life, the Jivamukti Yoga method expresses the spiritual and ethical
aspects of the practice of yoga that have been disregarded or
devalued in contemporary times. It is a vigorous and challenging
asana form with an emphasis on scriptural study, Sanskrit chanting,
vegetarianism, non-violence, meditation, devotion to God and the
role that music and listening play in the practice of yoga. Life
and Gannon currently operate a popular yoga studio in New York
City.
Kali Ray TriYoga: A series of flowing, dancelike movements
was developed by Kali Ray in 1980. The practice also incorporates
pranayama (breathing exercises) and meditation. Kali Ray runs the
TriYoga Center in Santa Cruz, California.
Kripalu is called the yoga of consciousness. This gentle,
introspective practice urges practitioners to hold poses to explore
and release emotional and spiritual blockages. Goal-oriented
striving is discouraged and precise alignment is not as important
as in some other traditions. There are three stages in Kripalu
yoga. Stage One focuses on learning the postures and exploring your
bodies abilities. Stage Two involves holding the postures for an
extended time, developing concentration and inner awareness. Stage
Three is like a meditation in motion in which the movement from one
posture to another arises unconsciously and spontaneously.
Kundalini practice concentrates on awakening the energy at
the base of the spine and drawing it upward. In addition to
postures, a typical class will also include chanting, meditation,
and breathing exercises.
Power Yoga is essentially yoga with brawn. It's the American
interpretation of ashtanga yoga, a discipline that combines
stretching, strength training, and meditative breathing. But power
yoga takes ashtanga one step further. Many of the poses (also
called postures or their Sanskrit name, asanas) resemble basic
calisthenics -- push-ups and handstands, toe touches and side bends
-- but the key to power yoga's sweat-producing, muscle-building
power is the pace. Instead of pausing between poses as you would in
traditional yoga, each move flows into the next, making it an
intense aerobic workout.
Restorative Yoga: In a restorative yoga class you'll spend
long periods of time lying on blocks, blankets and yoga bolsters -
passively allowing muscles to relax.
Sivananda Yoga: Like Integral Yoga, this traditional type of
yoga combines postures, breathing, dietary restrictions, chanting,
scriptural study, and meditation. The popular TV yoga teacher
Lilias got her start practicing Sivananda Yoga.
Svaroopa Yoga: New students find this a very approachable
style, often beginning in chair poses that are comfortable.
Promotes healing and transformation.
Viniyoga: This is commonly used as a therapeutic practice
for people who have suffered injuries or are recovering from
surgery. It is a gentle, healing practice that is tailored to each
person's body type and needs as they grow and change.
Vinyasa: Focuses on coordination of
breath and movement and it is a very physically active form of
yoga. It began with Krishnamacharya who later passed it on to
Pattabhi Jois.
White Lotus Yoga: A modified Ashtanga practice developed by
Ganga White which is combined with breathwork and
meditation.
Теперь ясно, почему так все запутано:) Я говорю йога - подразумеваю, например, аштангу. Кто-то другой говорит йога - подразумевает кундалини. Третий какую-нить дживамукти, прости господи.
Сейчас вроде бы делить начали в фитнес-центрах, а раньше все йога и йога, и каждый понимает ее по-разному. Я вот, например, вообще не понимаю. Но почему-то делаю. Загадка прям.
А вы какую предпочитаете? А делали\знаете?
Я знакома с бикрам, аштангой, хатхой, кундалини, пауэр и еще какими-то двумя, определить не могу куда их отнести:)
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