Article by Bodhi Tree Yoga International
Originated in ancient India, Yoga has now become famous for its effectiveness for mental and physical well-being. It is a generic term for physical, mental and spiritual discipline. Yoga has been practiced for more than 5,000 years now. It is related to physical poses called “asana” and breathing techniques. Some “asanas” are designed for mere relaxation while some for weight loss, flexibility and strength. Practicing yoga is an art which needs dedication of body and mind for it to be as effective as it is designed to be.
Practicing Yoga
Practicing yoga is like a work out for inner and external fitness. It is not hard to go online and find millions and millions of readers who practice yoga and now swear by it. Many of the shared experiences will connect to you in some way or the other.
However there are a few things that need to be kept in mind while practicing yoga:-
1. The complete knowledge or yoga trainer
2. It is important to find out the physical demands of the “asanas” and talk to your instructor to be sure of what is best for your body.
3. Warm up the muscles properly before every session to avoid injury
4. Stay hydrated to avoid dehydration.
5. Wear proper outfits that are comfortable.
6. Avoid yoga during pregnancy as some parts of the body are not suppose to be stretched or worked out during this condition, it is best to avoid stressing certain muscles.
Training Courses
Widely spread across the globe yoga training courses has reached new dimensions. In ancient times yoga gurus always carried on training in the forests and camps amidst a naturally beautiful ambience of India. The country offers a large number of yoga training institutes across geographical habitats; however researchers say that Rishikesh is the most authentic place to learn yoga. It is located in the Himalayas and known to be the yoga capital of the world. Rishikesh is home for few of the greatest yoga instructors and yoga training courses registered with Yoga Alliance, USA.
A yoga teacher is the one who guides people about their “asanas” and teaches them the art of yoga. These instructors have to go through a special training.The training may vary from beginner to advance level. The training occurs both practically and theoretically. The training period is of 200 to 500 hours. After this period, the trainee is certified with a yoga alliance certificate and he can then impart his knowledge. Bodhi Tree Yoga International is one such institute which offers the best teacher training certified courses.
One of the most renowned organizations promoting yoga teacher training in India, based in the yoga capital of the world, Rishikesh and Goa. They offer a 200 hours yoga training course.
The institute has a team of dedicated and committed yoga teachers who have been sharing their knowledge for years. They have a strong believe that “Yoga can be practiced by everyone”
The trainees have a 30days intensive program, each day starting from 6:00am to 6:00pm, with Sundays free. The program includes a brief introduction about the history of yoga and its cultural background, singing and understanding mantras, meditation and asana techniques. They also provide the trainees with special techniques and accurate guidance about the “asanas”.
The Bodhi Tree Yoga International teachers training courses include activities like:-
1. Technique Training: – This includes techniques of practicing and teaching of various asanas, chants and meditation.
2. Teaching methodology: – which includes how a teacher must demonstrate, observe and assist the students.
3. Lifestyle and ethics of a yoga teacher.
4. Giving and receiving feedbacks.
Reviews state that The Bodhi Tree Yoga International is one of the best and affordable organizations in India for Yoga Teacher Training Courses.
About the Author
Bodhi Tree Yoga International is an organization promoting and teaching Yoga and Meditation. We offer Yoga courses and yoga teacher training courses in Goa and the Himalayas.
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