in this presentation you will learn about the origins of this stress management technique. you will...
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• In this presentation you will learn about the origins of this stress management technique. You will also have the opportunity to learn the benefits and basics of several beginner yoga poses that you can easily incorporate into your daily life.
• There is a short quiz at the end, that can be used to track your progress.
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History
of
Yoga
Benefits
Postures & Poses
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What Exactly is Yoga?
The word yoga means "union" in Sanskrit, the language of ancient India where yoga originated. We can think of the union occurring between mind, body and spirit.
What is commonly referred to as "yoga" can be more accurately described by the Sanskrit word asana, which refers to the practice of physical postures or poses.
Asana is only one of the eight "limbs" or types of yoga, the majority of which are more concerned with mental and spiritual well being than physical activity. Today, however, the words asana and yoga have become almost synonymous.
More History
History of Yoga
Yoga was developed and perfected over centuries in India, in fact, it has been practiced for over 5000 years. It’s one of the oldest forms of healing therapy, older than many forms of modern medicine.
History of Yoga
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There are many benefits of practicing yoga, here are ten to name a few:
• You'll feel more relaxed and learn to stay relaxed.
• Your overall muscle tone improves as well as alignment.
• You'll add vitality to your spine, improving all systems of the body, especially the glands and nerves.
• Digestion improves; gas and bloating lessens.• Your lungs expand, increasing oxygen intake.
Benefits of Yoga
More Benefits
• You'll sleep better.
• You'll be less tired during the day with higher energy.
• Your immune system will strengthen.
• You'll learn to set aside time for yourself.
• You'll learn to trust yourself more.
Benefits of Yoga cont…
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Sukhasana - Sit/Easy Position
Easy Position Benefits
• A starting position that helps focus awareness on breathing and the body
• Helps strengthen lower back and open the groin and hips.
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Sukhasana - Sit/Easy Position
Instructions• Sit cross-legged with hands on
knees. Focus on your breath. Keep your spine straight and push the sit bones down into the floor. Allow the knees to gently lower.
• Take 5-10 slow, deep breaths. • On the next inhale, raise your
arms over your head. • Exhale and bring your arms
down slowly. • Repeat 5-7 times.
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Tadasana - MountainMountain Benefits
• Improves posture, balance and self-awareness.
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Tadasana - MountainInstructions• Breathe. Hold the posture, but try not
to tense up. Breathe • As you inhale, imagine the breath
coming up through the floor, rising through your legs and torso and up into your head
• Reverse the process on the exhale and watch your breath as it passes down from your head, through your chest and stomach, legs and feet
• Hold for 5 to 10 breaths, relax and repeat
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Uttanasana II Forward Bend or Extension -
Forward Bend Benefits
• Stretches the legs and spine
• Rests the heart and neck
• Relaxes mind and body
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Uttanasana II Forward Bend or Extension -
Instructions• Begin standing straight in Mountain
pose or Tadasana • Either grasp your ankles or just
leave your hands on the floor and breathe several times.
• Repeat 3-5 times. On your last bend, hold the position for 5 or 10 breaths
• Curl upward as if pulling yourself up one vertebrae at a time, stacking one on top of another, and leaving the head hanging down until last.
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Trikonasana - the Triangle
Triangle Benefits • Stretches the spine• Opens the torso• Improves balance and
concentration
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Instructions• Inhale and raise both
arms so they're parallel with the floor.
• Exhale, turn your head to the left and look down your left arm toward your outstretched fingers
Trikonasana - the Triangle
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Bhujangasana - The Cobra
Cobra Benefits
• Stretches the spine• Strengthens the back and arms• Opens the chest and heart
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Instructions• Inhaling, slowly raise your head and chest as high as it
will go • Only go as far as you are comfortable. Your pelvis
should always remain on the floor. Breathe several times and come down
Bhujangasana - The Cobra
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Virabhadrasana II - Warrior I I
Warrior II Benefits• Strengthens legs and
arms • Improves balance and
concentration • Builds confidence
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Virabhadrasana II - Warrior I I
Instructions• Begin in mountain pose with
feet together and hands at side • Raise your arms over head.
Then slowly lower them until your left arm is pointing straight ahead and your right arm is pointing back
• Concentrate on a spot in front of you and breathe
• Take 4 or 5 deep breaths, lower your arms, bring your legs together. Reverse the position
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Ardha Sarvangasana – Half Shoulder stand
Half Shoulder Stand Benefits
• Promotes proper thyroid function• Strengthens abdomen• Stretches upper back• Improves blood circulation• Induces relaxation
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Instructions• Lie on your back and lift your
legs up into air. Place your hands on your lower back for support, resting your elbows and lower arms on the ground
• Breathe deeply and hold for at the posture for at least 5-10 breaths, increasing the hold over time.
• To come down, slowly lower your legs, keeping them very straight
Ardha Sarvangasana – Half Shoulder stand
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Sethu Bandhasa - The Bridge
Bridge Benefits
• Increases flexibility and suppleness• Strengthens the lower back and abdominal muscles• Opens the chest
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Sethu Bandhasa - The Bridge
Instructions• To begin, gently raise and lower your tail. Then, slowly,
raise the tailbone and continue lifting the spine, trying to move one vertebra at a time until your entire back is arched upward
• Take five slow, deep breaths.• Come down slowly and repeat.
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Savasana - The Corpse
Corpse Benefits• Relaxes and refreshes the body and mind, relieves
stress and anxiety, quiets the mind • Possibly the most important posture, the Corpse, also
known as the Sponge, is as deceptively simple as Tadasana, the Mountain pose
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Savasana - The Corpse
Instructions• Start with your feet, imagine the muscles and skin
relaxing, letting go and slowly melting into the floor • Then simply breathe and relax • Stay in the pose for at least 5-10 minutes.
Great!!You’ve done 9 challenging yoga poses.
Let’s see what you remember.
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Forward BendPose
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Warrior IIPose
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CobraPose
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Challenge!!
Yoga Challenge Question 1
• This is the __________ pose.
A. Cobra
B. Corpse
C. Bridge
Yoga Challenge Question 1
• This is the __________ pose.
A. Cobra
B. Corpse
C. Bridge
Yoga Challenge Question 1
• This is the __________ pose.
A. Cobra
B. Corpse
C. Bridge
Yes!!
Correct, Yoga Master
On to the next question
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Sensei says: “You chose unwisely”
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Sensei says: “You chose unwisely”
Yes!!
Correct, Yoga Master
On to the next question
Yes!!
Correct, Yoga Master
On to the next question
Yes!!
Correct, Yoga Master
On to the next question
Congratulations!!!
You are awesome!
You are now a yoga master.
Take your new knowledge and inspire others
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Sensei says: “You chose unwisely”
Yoga Challenge Question 2
Where did yoga originate from?
A. India
B. United States
C. Australia
Yoga Challenge Question 3
Which is the Warrior II pose?
Which is NOT a benefit of yoga?
Yoga Challenge Question 4
A. Better posture
B. Improved sleep
C. Financial success
This interactive slideshow is _________.
Yoga Challenge Question 5
A. Awesome
B. Super Awesome
C. Super Totally Awesome