Technically, mudras refer to a variety of yoga postures designed to prevent energy from escaping from the body. They also refer to certain hand gestures performed during pranayama and meditation. The word ‘mudra’ means ‘seal’. Yoga Mudra This mudra is excellent for improving the functioning of the liver, spleen, kidneys, pancreas, bladder, and uterus. The … Read more
There are many forms of yoga, but hatha yoga is the one most commonly practised in the West. Hatha Yoga concentrates on the physical body as the way towards self-realisation. It teaches us that gaining control over the body is the key to controlling the mind. Yoga is a magical fitness programme that helps balance … Read more
Yogic breathing, or pranayama, revitalizes the entire body, balances the emotions and promotes clarity of mind. All the breathing exercises described here are performed sitting down, keeping the spine, neck and head in a straight line. This will facilitate the flow of prana and create the space for the lungs to expand more fully. Full … Read more