presented for SDMCNYS Ujire

1. Dr. Sujatha Dinesh,
Prof &Dean,
SDMCNYS.ujire-
574240,
Karnataka.

3. MIND BODY MEDICINE
“Men are disturbed not by things, but by the
views which they take of them.”
- Epictetus

4. Yoga Asana is not an exercise,
but Yoga Asana is Relaxation

5. P A T H A N J A L I S U T R A
S . . .
sthiram sukham asanam
( II: 46 )
“Asana is perfect firmness of body, steadiness of intelligence and
benevolence of spirit.”
prayatna saithilya ananta samapattibhyam
( II: 47 )
“Relaxation with effortless and concentration on infinite.”

6. Asana – Yogic Concept
Definition of Asana
Sthir Sukham Asanam ||2:46||
Steady & comfortable posture
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Without Movement With Movement
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slow movements fast movements
Prayatnashaithilya Anantsmapattibhyam ||2:47||
1. Relaxation
2. Concentrating the mind

7. Hathasya prathama angatvat asanam poorvam
uchyathe, kuryat asanam stairyam Aarogyam cha
Angalaghavam.
(H.Y.P – 1:17)
“Among the practices of hatha yoga, Asana to be
practiced first as it gives Steadiness of body and mind,
freedom from diseases and Flexibility.”
• Developing control over the body through asana, the
mind is controlled.
• Practice of asana, develops steadiness and prana
moves freely.
H A T H A Y O G A . . .

8. postures
• The knowledge of physiology and anatomy of yoga postures forms a firm
foundation for understanding their effect on body as a whole and its
functions.
• The deepest principles of yoga are based on a subtle and profound
appreciation of how the human system is constructed.
• The subject of the study of yoga is the Self, and the Self dwells in the
physical body.
• A key element that distinguishes yoga practice from gymnastics or
calisthenics is the intentional integration of breath, posture, and
movement.

9. 1. Cultural or corrective asana (re-conditions the body and mind, so as to
bring about stability, peace and a sense of well-being)
2. Relaxative asana (eliminates physical and mental stress)
3. Meditative asana (provide a stable position for the body to make the
mind steady for higher yogic practices)
CLASSIFICATION OF ASANA

12. Health Benefits
• Musculoskeletal
System
• Nervous System
• Cardiovascular
System

13. Clinical Relevance
• Complimentary and
Alternative Medicine
– Mind/body
• Prevention
• General health
• Rehabilitation

14. T H A N K Y O U