The increased global acceptance of Yoga has made IDY a mass movement for health and well-being. Based on scientific evidence, millions of healthcare workers and COVID-19 patients recovered fast after … Read more
What is the meaning of Ujjayi Pranayama? This Pranayama is performed with both nostrils, while rechaka (exhalation) is done only through the left nostril. Partial closure of the glottis during … Read more
What is Halasana? Halasana is one of the essential forward-bending yoga poses associated with surprising health benefits. If we analyse Halasana, it is pronounced as “hah-LAHS-anna”, wherein Hal means ‘plough’ … Read more
What is yogic mudra? Mudra is a Sanskrit word meaning ‘hand gesture’. All the yogic mudras are hand gestures, especially the fingers that have numerous unknown health benefits if practised … Read more
What is Shatkarma? Shatkarma is a Sanskrit term comprised of two words: Ṣhaṭ means ‘six’, and Karma means ‘actions or practices’. Shatkarma is also known as Shodhana Kriya, which, as … Read more
Meaning of Makarasana Makarasana consists of two words: Makar means ‘crocodile’, and asana means ‘yoga pose’. It is pronounced as ‘Mah-car-ah-SUN-uh’. It is one of the finest relaxation yoga poses … Read more
What is tratak meditation? Tratak meditation is a critical yogic practice, mainly performed for cleansing the eyes and giving the eyes a soothing effect. Basically, it is the process of … Read more
What is the meaning of AUM? As per old scriptures, AUM or OM is a meditational practice with importance, significance and health benefits. It is said that AUM is the … Read more