Yoga Glossary Part 2
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Yoga Glossary Part 2
  • Bikram: Hot Yoga—Bikram Choudhury, yoga teacher to the stars, has disciples turn up the room temperature to anywhere from 85 degrees to 100 degrees. In this hot and steamy environment, students perform, always in the same order, 26 poses designed to cleanse the body from the inside out.
  • Iyengar: Symmetry and Alignment— B.K.S. Iyengar developed this yoga style, which stresses understanding the body and how it works. Students focus on symmetry and alignment, using props such as straps, blankets, wooden blocks, and chairs to achieve postures. Poses are held for an extended amount of time.
  • Sivananda: Healthy Lifestyle— Takes the student through the 12 sun salutation postures and incorporates chanting, meditation, and deep relaxation in each session. Students are encouraged to embrace a healthy lifestyle that includes a vegetarian diet and positive thinking with meditation
  • Tantra: Sensual Spirituality—The most misunderstood yoga style, tantra is about discovering and stimulating sensual spirituality. This yoga should always be teacher-guided. Tantra yoga includes visualization, chanting, asana, and strong breathing practices.
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