This document provides information on various yoga poses (asanas) and their benefits for women's mental health and well-being. It describes poses like Surya Namaskar, Shavasana, Tadasana, Vrikshasana, Veerbhadrasana, Halasana, Sarvangasana, Matsyasana, Setubandhasana, Bhujangasana, Dhanurasana, Shashankasana, Paschimottanasana, Yoga Mudrasana, Badhakonasana, Ardha Matsyendrasana and concludes with information on Yoga Nidra. The document emphasizes that these poses help reduce stress, anxiety
Basics of Asana & Pranayama - Beginner's GuideGulshan Kumar
It contains very basic and simple information on asana and pranayama. It is basic information guide for Yoga Beginners. You can ask me questions at https://www.askyogaexpert.org
E-souvenir of the CME-cum-Workshop on YOGA AND LIFESTYLE DISORDERS held on 22 November 2013 at MGMC & RI, Pondicherry. The event was organized
by Department of Physiology and Centre for Yoga Therapy, Education & Research (CYTER), MGMC&RI of Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth University, Pondicherry.
A simple series of Yoga practices that will support a heatlhy lifestyle for women from puberty past menopause. Stay healthy and disease free with Yoga.
YOGA AS THERAPY : Synthesis of Traditional Wisdom with Modern Scientific Know...Yogacharya AB Bhavanani
Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani’s presentation on YOGA AS THERAPY : Synthesis of Traditional Wisdom with Modern Scientific Knowledge in the 34th Research Methodology & Biostatistics Workshop conducted by the Tamil Nadu Dr.MGR. Medical University in July 2021.
Yoga for Healthy & Happy Living”- An Awareness Programme for Senior Citizens conducted by Meena Ramanathan Coordinator -cum -Yoga Therapist, CYTER, MGMCRI on 7th August 2014 at Pelican Serene Village, Pondicherry.
Basics of Asana & Pranayama - Beginner's GuideGulshan Kumar
It contains very basic and simple information on asana and pranayama. It is basic information guide for Yoga Beginners. You can ask me questions at https://www.askyogaexpert.org
E-souvenir of the CME-cum-Workshop on YOGA AND LIFESTYLE DISORDERS held on 22 November 2013 at MGMC & RI, Pondicherry. The event was organized
by Department of Physiology and Centre for Yoga Therapy, Education & Research (CYTER), MGMC&RI of Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth University, Pondicherry.
A simple series of Yoga practices that will support a heatlhy lifestyle for women from puberty past menopause. Stay healthy and disease free with Yoga.
YOGA AS THERAPY : Synthesis of Traditional Wisdom with Modern Scientific Know...Yogacharya AB Bhavanani
Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani’s presentation on YOGA AS THERAPY : Synthesis of Traditional Wisdom with Modern Scientific Knowledge in the 34th Research Methodology & Biostatistics Workshop conducted by the Tamil Nadu Dr.MGR. Medical University in July 2021.
Yoga for Healthy & Happy Living”- An Awareness Programme for Senior Citizens conducted by Meena Ramanathan Coordinator -cum -Yoga Therapist, CYTER, MGMCRI on 7th August 2014 at Pelican Serene Village, Pondicherry.
A Assignment work For M.A( Human consciousness & yogic Science) 2nd Sem. On Effect of Asanas on Human Body systems eg. skeletal, muscular,digestive Nerves .Systems..etc.
These slides has physiological explanation of Jala Neti which is a yogic practice for nasal region. Which is posted by Nirmala Institute of Yoga & Health. Jala Neti is a part of Shatkarma (Cleansing Practice). Shatkarma is part of Hath Yoga. These slides are very much helpful for understanding mechanism of Jala Neti in terms of modern medical science.
Designed by: Akhilesh Kumar Singh
Uploaded by: Nirmala Institute of Yoga & Health
A complete guide of yoga why yoga is necessary, why should we do it, what are it's benefits and how should it be done .yoga is said be 5000 years old, its a type of meditation for the relief of negative thoughts.
For more information visit www.bookyogastudio.com
Modern medical advancements provide the rationale for the integration of various traditional healing techniques including Yoga to promote healing, health, and longevity. It is imperative that advances in medicine include the wholistic approach of Yoga to face the current challenges in health care. The antiquity of Yoga must be united with the innovations of modern medicine to improve quality of life throughout the world.
Lifestyle is the way people live and this has immense influence on the status of health or disease. Since one’s lifestyle is developed early in life, it is advisable to cultivate healthy lifestyle in early childhood. Many factors determine one’s lifestyle. Economic status determines incidence of under-nutrition in poor and obesity in the rich. Cultural values of the society dictate the dietary preferences in the population. Sedentary life is a major factor for coronary artery disease while personal habits like smoking and alcoholism determine the incidence of heart disease and cirrhosis of liver. Exercise, healthy diet and rest and relaxation are important components of lifestyle.
Yoga is the most perfect lifestyle module as it is comprehensive and holistic in its nature. Yogic lifestyle including diet, attitudes and various techniques help strengthen and develop positive health thus enabling us to withstand stress better. This Yogic “health insurance” is achieved by normalizing the perception of stress, optimizing the reaction to it and by releasing the pent up stress effectively through various Yogic practices. Yoga is a wholistic and integral science of life dealing with physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health of the individual and society.
Dr Ananda's invited presentation on "Role of Yogic Relaxation in Cardiac Rehabilitation" during the International Conference on YOGA FOR PUBLIC HEALTH, organised at Goa by Ministry of AYUSH on 12-13 November, 2018
Meaning : The bandhas are an important part of asana practice. The Sanskrit word Bandha means to hold, tighten or lock. The bandhas aim to lock the Pranas in particular areas and redirect their flow into Sushumna Nadi for the purpose of spiritual awakening. Bandhas are the ‘body locks’ that are held by tightening and lifting of certain muscles of the body.
Types of Bandhas:
Jaladhara bandha (throat)
Uddiyana bandha (abdomen)
Moola bandha (located in the perineum)
Jalandhara Bandha – The Chin Lock :
Jalandhara bandha is one of the energetic locks used in a Hatha Yog practice.
It is also known as ‘chin lock’.
The Sanskrit meaning of Jala is ‘web’ or ‘net’ and dhara means ‘holding’.
It is performed by extending the neck and elevating the sternum before dropping the head so that the chin may rest on the chest.
Method : Jalandhara Mudra
Sit erect in meditative pose like Padmasana or Siddhasana.
Place the palms on the knees and make sure that the knees are touching the floor.
Close your eyes and relax the body. Breathe normally.
Now inhale slowly and deeply and then hold the breath.
Bend the head forward so that the chin touches the chest between the two collar bones notch/pit of the sternum.
Straighten the arms and press the knees down with the palms to create a kind of locked position. The shoulders are slightly forward to make sure the arms stay locked.
Hold this position as long as you are comfortable. Remember that the breath is held inside. Beginners should hold the breath for just a few seconds. Later it can be increased to a minute or more depending on your capacity.
To release the lock bend the arms, raise your head and exhale out. Come back to the straight position and take a few normal breaths.
Repeat the process as many times as you feel comfortable.
Benefits
It stimulates the thyroid and the para thyroid glands. Thus regulates the body metabolism.
Jalandhara Bandha helps to activate the throat (Vishudhi) chakra.
It prevents the Prana Shakti from moving upwards.
It increases the blood flow in the brain.
Jalandhara Bandha is one of the three yogic locks that have to be mastered before attempting the Maha Bandha or the triple lock.
Precautions
Avoid in high or low blood pressure, heart diseases.
Avoid in stiffness of neck, cervical spondylitis & spondylosis.
Never force your chin to touch the notch/pit of sternum.
Uddiyana Bandha- The Flying Up Lock
The word Uddiyana in Sanskrit means - to fly up, or to rise up. This ‘flying up lock’ means- flying upwards of one’s internal energy i.e. Prana.
Method
Sit erect in any meditative asan and keep your palms on the knees. Relax whole body by closing the eyes.
Inhale slowly and gradually then exhale completely so that abdomen moves inwards as much as possible with one breath.
Then perform Jalandar bandha.
Upper abdomen moves inwards underneath the rib cage with chest moving outwards is called Uddiyana bandha.
Hold this position comfortably as
A Assignment work For M.A( Human consciousness & yogic Science) 2nd Sem. On Effect of Asanas on Human Body systems eg. skeletal, muscular,digestive Nerves .Systems..etc.
These slides has physiological explanation of Jala Neti which is a yogic practice for nasal region. Which is posted by Nirmala Institute of Yoga & Health. Jala Neti is a part of Shatkarma (Cleansing Practice). Shatkarma is part of Hath Yoga. These slides are very much helpful for understanding mechanism of Jala Neti in terms of modern medical science.
Designed by: Akhilesh Kumar Singh
Uploaded by: Nirmala Institute of Yoga & Health
A complete guide of yoga why yoga is necessary, why should we do it, what are it's benefits and how should it be done .yoga is said be 5000 years old, its a type of meditation for the relief of negative thoughts.
For more information visit www.bookyogastudio.com
Modern medical advancements provide the rationale for the integration of various traditional healing techniques including Yoga to promote healing, health, and longevity. It is imperative that advances in medicine include the wholistic approach of Yoga to face the current challenges in health care. The antiquity of Yoga must be united with the innovations of modern medicine to improve quality of life throughout the world.
Lifestyle is the way people live and this has immense influence on the status of health or disease. Since one’s lifestyle is developed early in life, it is advisable to cultivate healthy lifestyle in early childhood. Many factors determine one’s lifestyle. Economic status determines incidence of under-nutrition in poor and obesity in the rich. Cultural values of the society dictate the dietary preferences in the population. Sedentary life is a major factor for coronary artery disease while personal habits like smoking and alcoholism determine the incidence of heart disease and cirrhosis of liver. Exercise, healthy diet and rest and relaxation are important components of lifestyle.
Yoga is the most perfect lifestyle module as it is comprehensive and holistic in its nature. Yogic lifestyle including diet, attitudes and various techniques help strengthen and develop positive health thus enabling us to withstand stress better. This Yogic “health insurance” is achieved by normalizing the perception of stress, optimizing the reaction to it and by releasing the pent up stress effectively through various Yogic practices. Yoga is a wholistic and integral science of life dealing with physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health of the individual and society.
Dr Ananda's invited presentation on "Role of Yogic Relaxation in Cardiac Rehabilitation" during the International Conference on YOGA FOR PUBLIC HEALTH, organised at Goa by Ministry of AYUSH on 12-13 November, 2018
Meaning : The bandhas are an important part of asana practice. The Sanskrit word Bandha means to hold, tighten or lock. The bandhas aim to lock the Pranas in particular areas and redirect their flow into Sushumna Nadi for the purpose of spiritual awakening. Bandhas are the ‘body locks’ that are held by tightening and lifting of certain muscles of the body.
Types of Bandhas:
Jaladhara bandha (throat)
Uddiyana bandha (abdomen)
Moola bandha (located in the perineum)
Jalandhara Bandha – The Chin Lock :
Jalandhara bandha is one of the energetic locks used in a Hatha Yog practice.
It is also known as ‘chin lock’.
The Sanskrit meaning of Jala is ‘web’ or ‘net’ and dhara means ‘holding’.
It is performed by extending the neck and elevating the sternum before dropping the head so that the chin may rest on the chest.
Method : Jalandhara Mudra
Sit erect in meditative pose like Padmasana or Siddhasana.
Place the palms on the knees and make sure that the knees are touching the floor.
Close your eyes and relax the body. Breathe normally.
Now inhale slowly and deeply and then hold the breath.
Bend the head forward so that the chin touches the chest between the two collar bones notch/pit of the sternum.
Straighten the arms and press the knees down with the palms to create a kind of locked position. The shoulders are slightly forward to make sure the arms stay locked.
Hold this position as long as you are comfortable. Remember that the breath is held inside. Beginners should hold the breath for just a few seconds. Later it can be increased to a minute or more depending on your capacity.
To release the lock bend the arms, raise your head and exhale out. Come back to the straight position and take a few normal breaths.
Repeat the process as many times as you feel comfortable.
Benefits
It stimulates the thyroid and the para thyroid glands. Thus regulates the body metabolism.
Jalandhara Bandha helps to activate the throat (Vishudhi) chakra.
It prevents the Prana Shakti from moving upwards.
It increases the blood flow in the brain.
Jalandhara Bandha is one of the three yogic locks that have to be mastered before attempting the Maha Bandha or the triple lock.
Precautions
Avoid in high or low blood pressure, heart diseases.
Avoid in stiffness of neck, cervical spondylitis & spondylosis.
Never force your chin to touch the notch/pit of sternum.
Uddiyana Bandha- The Flying Up Lock
The word Uddiyana in Sanskrit means - to fly up, or to rise up. This ‘flying up lock’ means- flying upwards of one’s internal energy i.e. Prana.
Method
Sit erect in any meditative asan and keep your palms on the knees. Relax whole body by closing the eyes.
Inhale slowly and gradually then exhale completely so that abdomen moves inwards as much as possible with one breath.
Then perform Jalandar bandha.
Upper abdomen moves inwards underneath the rib cage with chest moving outwards is called Uddiyana bandha.
Hold this position comfortably as
ppt prepared for the 2nd International yoga day celebrations by M.S.Sureshkumar/AP(SlG)/Department of Mechanical Engineering,Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College,Coimbatore
Yoga exercises recharge the body and mind.
At the physical level, the various yoga postures or ‘asanas’ aim to keep the body healthy. The mental techniques include breathing exercises or ‘pranayama’ and meditation or ‘dhyana’ to discipline the mind.
Yogiraj Bikram Choudhury is the founder of the worldwide Yoga College of India™. Born in Calcutta in 1946, Bikram began Yoga at the age of four with India's most-renowned physical culturist at that time, Bishnu Ghosh, the younger brother of Paramahansa Yogananda (Author of the most popular book on Yoga, The Autobiography of a Yogi, and founder of the Self-Realization Fellowship in Los Angeles).
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CHAPTER 1 SEMESTER V - ROLE OF PEADIATRIC NURSE.pdfSachin Sharma
Pediatric nurses play a vital role in the health and well-being of children. Their responsibilities are wide-ranging, and their objectives can be categorized into several key areas:
1. Direct Patient Care:
Objective: Provide comprehensive and compassionate care to infants, children, and adolescents in various healthcare settings (hospitals, clinics, etc.).
This includes tasks like:
Monitoring vital signs and physical condition.
Administering medications and treatments.
Performing procedures as directed by doctors.
Assisting with daily living activities (bathing, feeding).
Providing emotional support and pain management.
2. Health Promotion and Education:
Objective: Promote healthy behaviors and educate children, families, and communities about preventive healthcare.
This includes tasks like:
Administering vaccinations.
Providing education on nutrition, hygiene, and development.
Offering breastfeeding and childbirth support.
Counseling families on safety and injury prevention.
3. Collaboration and Advocacy:
Objective: Collaborate effectively with doctors, social workers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care for children.
Objective: Advocate for the rights and best interests of their patients, especially when children cannot speak for themselves.
This includes tasks like:
Communicating effectively with healthcare teams.
Identifying and addressing potential risks to child welfare.
Educating families about their child's condition and treatment options.
4. Professional Development and Research:
Objective: Stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in pediatric healthcare through continuing education and research.
Objective: Contribute to improving the quality of care for children by participating in research initiatives.
This includes tasks like:
Attending workshops and conferences on pediatric nursing.
Participating in clinical trials related to child health.
Implementing evidence-based practices into their daily routines.
By fulfilling these objectives, pediatric nurses play a crucial role in ensuring the optimal health and well-being of children throughout all stages of their development.
Empowering ACOs: Leveraging Quality Management Tools for MIPS and BeyondHealth Catalyst
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CRISPR-Cas9, a revolutionary gene-editing tool, holds immense potential to reshape medicine, agriculture, and our understanding of life. But like any powerful tool, it comes with ethical considerations.
Unveiling CRISPR: This naturally occurring bacterial defense system (crRNA & Cas9 protein) fights viruses. Scientists repurposed it for precise gene editing (correction, deletion, insertion) by targeting specific DNA sequences.
The Promise: CRISPR offers exciting possibilities:
Gene Therapy: Correcting genetic diseases like cystic fibrosis.
Agriculture: Engineering crops resistant to pests and harsh environments.
Research: Studying gene function to unlock new knowledge.
The Peril: Ethical concerns demand attention:
Off-target Effects: Unintended DNA edits can have unforeseen consequences.
Eugenics: Misusing CRISPR for designer babies raises social and ethical questions.
Equity: High costs could limit access to this potentially life-saving technology.
The Path Forward: Responsible development is crucial:
International Collaboration: Clear guidelines are needed for research and human trials.
Public Education: Open discussions ensure informed decisions about CRISPR.
Prioritize Safety and Ethics: Safety and ethical principles must be paramount.
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Antibiotic Stewardship by Anushri Srivastava.pptxAnushriSrivastav
Stewardship is the act of taking good care of something.
Antimicrobial stewardship is a coordinated program that promotes the appropriate use of antimicrobials (including antibiotics), improves patient outcomes, reduces microbial resistance, and decreases the spread of infections caused by multidrug-resistant organisms.
WHO launched the Global Antimicrobial Resistance and Use Surveillance System (GLASS) in 2015 to fill knowledge gaps and inform strategies at all levels.
ACCORDING TO apic.org,
Antimicrobial stewardship is a coordinated program that promotes the appropriate use of antimicrobials (including antibiotics), improves patient outcomes, reduces microbial resistance, and decreases the spread of infections caused by multidrug-resistant organisms.
ACCORDING TO pewtrusts.org,
Antibiotic stewardship refers to efforts in doctors’ offices, hospitals, long term care facilities, and other health care settings to ensure that antibiotics are used only when necessary and appropriate
According to WHO,
Antimicrobial stewardship is a systematic approach to educate and support health care professionals to follow evidence-based guidelines for prescribing and administering antimicrobials
In 1996, John McGowan and Dale Gerding first applied the term antimicrobial stewardship, where they suggested a causal association between antimicrobial agent use and resistance. They also focused on the urgency of large-scale controlled trials of antimicrobial-use regulation employing sophisticated epidemiologic methods, molecular typing, and precise resistance mechanism analysis.
Antimicrobial Stewardship(AMS) refers to the optimal selection, dosing, and duration of antimicrobial treatment resulting in the best clinical outcome with minimal side effects to the patients and minimal impact on subsequent resistance.
According to the 2019 report, in the US, more than 2.8 million antibiotic-resistant infections occur each year, and more than 35000 people die. In addition to this, it also mentioned that 223,900 cases of Clostridoides difficile occurred in 2017, of which 12800 people died. The report did not include viruses or parasites
VISION
Being proactive
Supporting optimal animal and human health
Exploring ways to reduce overall use of antimicrobials
Using the drugs that prevent and treat disease by killing microscopic organisms in a responsible way
GOAL
to prevent the generation and spread of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Doing so will preserve the effectiveness of these drugs in animals and humans for years to come.
being to preserve human and animal health and the effectiveness of antimicrobial medications.
to implement a multidisciplinary approach in assembling a stewardship team to include an infectious disease physician, a clinical pharmacist with infectious diseases training, infection preventionist, and a close collaboration with the staff in the clinical microbiology laboratory
to prevent antimicrobial overuse, misuse and abuse.
to minimize the developme
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This visual guide breaks down important metrics across four categories: Patient-Centered Metrics, Care Efficiency Metrics, Quality of Life Metrics, and Staff Metrics. Each section is designed to help healthcare professionals monitor and improve care delivery for patients facing serious illnesses. Understand how to implement these metrics in your palliative care practices for better outcomes and higher satisfaction levels.
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5. SURYANAMASKAR
Benefits of Surya Namaskar
◦ 1, in Surya Namaskara a deep rhythmic deep breathing process is
synchronized with each movement which completely empties the lungs
of all stale gases and refills them with clean, fresh , oxygenated air.
◦ Oxygen content of the blood is improved thereby improving the vitality,
oxygenation of cells and tissues of the body and brain.
◦ The 12 movements are designed to systematically stretch the spine and
compresses to the maximum extent, stimulating circulation.
◦ It stimulates the Hypothalamus which also regulates the Pitutary action.
◦ It also maintains the pineal gland.
1. Aum Mitraya Namah
2. Aum Ravayre Namah
3. Aum Suryaya Namah
4. Aum Bhanave Namah
5. Aum Khagaya Namah
6. Aum Pushne Namah
7. Aum Hiranyagarbhaya
Namah
8. Aum Marichaye Namah
9. Aum Adityaya Namah
10. Aum Savitre Namah
11. Aum Arkaya Namah
12. Aum Bhaskaraya Namah
6.
7. Shavasana
Benefits of Shavasana
◦ Shavasana unites the mind, body, emotions and spiritual aspects of the
self together.
◦ It relieves physical and mental fatigue and soothes the sympathetic
nervous system.
◦ It brings deep meditative state-state of rest, which may help in the repair
of tissue and in releasing stress.
◦ Calms the mind and improves the mental health.
Shavasana, the corpse pose is
a yogic relaxation pose. The
name comes from the sanskrit
words Shava meaning “corpse”
and Asana meaning
“posture”. Shavasana is the
simplest and the main
relaxation pose used in yoga.
It is usually performed at the
beginning and at the end of
yoga practices. It is also used
as a resting pose between
other yoga asanas.
8.
9. Tadasana
Benefits of Tadasana
◦ Gives a good stretch to the arms, chest, abdomen, spine and the legs.
◦ It creates a sense of physical and mental balance.
◦ Makes your spine more aligned.
◦ This Asana brings stability and improves concentration power.
Tadasana, Samasthiti, or
Mountain Pose is an asana.
Sanskrit: ताडासन; Tada –
Mountain, Asana – Posture;
Pronounced As – tah-DAHS-anna
This asana is like the base or the
foundation of all asanas to follow
or from which most of the
standing other asanas emerge.
The standing poses require the
lower limbs to remain invoked
and controlled at all times so
that injuries or hyperextension
(of the knee joints) are avoided
while other muscle groups are
adequately switched on.
10.
11. Tadasana
Benefits of Vrikshasana
◦ It changes you emotionally.
◦ Helps fight bad moods daily.
◦ Reduces anxiety, mental stress.
◦ Cools you down and help curb your panic habits.
◦ Increases your concentration power.
Vriksha - Tree; Asana -
Posture or Pose
The asana is pronounced
as VRIK-shAH-sana
This posture replicates the
graceful, steady stance of a
tree. Unlike most yoga
poses, the Tree Pose
requires keeping our eyes
open in order to maintain
body balance.
12.
13. Veerbhadrasana
Benefits of Veerbhadrasana
◦ This pose offers a unique opportunity to practice finding where you can
allow excess tensions to dissolve as you continue to hold what needs to
be held for stability and integrity within the pose.
Veerbhadrasana literally
means ‘the warrior pose’ in
Sanskrit.
14.
15. Halasana
Benefits of Halasana
◦ As the Asana calms and relaxes the nerves, brain and heart thereby the
nervous system is rejuvenated which relaxes and energises us.
◦ The weight is on the shoulders and the chin touches the collar bone while
stretching the back of the neck, thus thyroxine is produced leading to
homeostasis and a healthy body.
◦ Stimulates the abdominal organs and thyroid gland.
Halasana or Plow Pose is an
asana. Sanskrit: हलासन;
Hala – Plow, Asana –
Posture; Pronounced As –
hah-LAHS-anna
16.
17. SarvangasanaBenefits of Sarvangasana
◦ Sarvangasana help your organs get their dose of better oxygen and
nutrients. This is helps in better functioning of many vital body
parts.
◦ Sarvangasana nourish the thyroid glands which decrease the stress
level of the body through releasing endorphins into the blood
stream.
◦ It helps reliving the stress and anxiety through the release of feel
good hormones.
◦ Due to this inverted posture now your has to work less to provide
oxygenated blood to those organs which were hard to reach, which
helps in relieving stress on the heart.
◦ Through the increase blood flow towards the brain.
Sarvangasana (Sanskrit:
सर्ााङ्गासन; sarvāṅgāsana) or
Shoulderstand, or more fully
Salamba Sarvangasana (Su
pported Shoulder stand)
18.
19. Matsyasana
Benefits of Matsyasana
◦ Instigates nutrient absorptions,
◦ Stretches the chest and neck areas and releases tension in the shoulders
and neck.
◦ Relieves respiratory problems as it encourages the right kind of breathing
◦ Tones the pituitary, parathyroid and pineal gland.
Matsyasana (Sanskrit: म
त्स्यासन; Matsyāsana) or Fish
pose is a reclining back-
bending asana in hatha
yoga
20.
21. Setubandhasana
Benefits of Setubandhasana
◦ Relaxes whole body
◦ Calms the brain
◦ Reduces anxiety
◦ Strengthens legs, neck and chest
◦ Helps alleviate menstrual pain and symptoms of menopause.
◦ The lungs are opened up and thyroid problems are reduced.
Setu Bandha Sarvangasana or
bridge pose is a common
posture or asana. Sanskrit:
सेतुबन्धासन; Setu – Bridge,
Bandha – Bind/Lock, Asana –
Pose/Posture; Pronounced as
SAY-tuh-bun-DHAHS-ana.
This asana gets its name from
the Sanskrit words ‘Setu’, which
means bridge, ‘Bandha’, which
means lock, and ‘Asana’, which
means pose. This pose resembles
the structure of a bridge, and
therefore, it is named as such.
This pose stretches your back,
neck, and chest and relaxes your
body.
22.
23. Bhujangasana
Benefits of Bhujangasana
◦ Effective in overcoming of stress and anxiety. The adrenal glands situated
on top of kidneys receives a good massage and so are encouraged to
work more efficiently.
◦ The hormones of this gland are good for mind and body and relieves
from tension.
◦ Strengthen your spine. Good for menstrual cycle.
Bhujangasana (Sanskrit:
भुजङ्गासन; Bhujaṅgāsana) or
Cobra Pose is a reclining
back-bending asana in
hatha yoga and modern
yoga as exercise.
24.
25. Dhanurasana
Benefits of Dhanurasana
◦ Encourages gentle massaging of the internal organs.
◦ Eases breathing.
◦ Reduces stress, worries and tensions.
◦ Gives moments of peace and serenity.
◦ Directly works on the solar plexus at the navel region and stimulates the
functioning of vital internal organs.
Dhanurasana (Sanskrit: धनु
रासन; Dhanurāsana), Bow
pose, is a backbending
asana in hatha yoga
26.
27. Shashankasana
Benefits of Shashankasana
◦ Improves blood supply to head and therefore nourishes the eyes and
all brain functions.
◦ Helps to relieve fatigue and promotes concentration, relieves anxiety
and depression.
◦ Abdominal breathing gently massages the digestive organs. Shashankasana or the
“Hare Pose” is so called as
the asana resembles a hare
in the final position.
28.
29.
30. Paschimottanasana
Benefits of Paschimottanasana
◦ Encourages Introspection and Calms the Nervous System.
◦ Fully Stretches the Backside
◦ Stimulates and Tones the Internal Organs
◦ Cools the Body and Calms the Mind
Paschimottanasana
happens to be a Sanskrit
word which is also referred
to as the ‘Seated Forward
Bend Pose’ in English. This
classical Hatha Yoga pose
showers a practitioner with
loads of benefits and is one
of the most effective poses
for an entire body stretch.
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32. Yoga Mudrasana
Benefits of Yoga Mudrasana
◦ Yoga Mudrasana brings flexibility to the back, spine and the hips.
◦ This asana tones all organs in the abdomen.
◦ It helps to relieve constipation and improves digestion.
◦ It activates the Manipuraka Chakra which helps to improve the general
energy level of a person.
Yoga Mudrasana or the
Psychic Union Pose is
generally classified as an
asana, even though the
name suggests that it is a
mudra. Yoga
Mudrasana may be a little
difficult for beginners, but
when practiced can give
great flexibility to the back
and the hips.
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34. Badhakonasana
Benefits of Badhakonasana
◦ A good stretch for the inner thighs, groins and knees, improving flexibility
in the groin and hip region
◦ Helps in intestine and bowel movement
◦ Removes fatigue from long hours of standing and walking
◦ Offers relief from menstrual discomfort and menopause symptoms
◦ Helps in smooth delivery if practiced regularly until late pregnancy
Badha = Bound or
Restrained, Kona = Angle, Asana =
Pose or Posture
This pose is pronounced as BAH-
dah-cone-AHS-ana
The posture is named
Badhakonasana because of the way
it is carried out – both the feet
tucked close to the groin, clasped
tightly with the hands as though
tied or bound together in a
particular angle. It is also popularly
known as the Butterfly Pose
because of the movement of the
legs during the posture, giving the
appearance of a butterfly flapping
its wings. The posture is also
sometimes known as the Cobbler
Pose as it resembles the sitting
position of a cobbler at work.
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36. Ardha
Matsyendrasana
Benefits of Ardha Matsyendrasana
◦ Stimulates the liver and kidneys
◦ Stretches the shoulders, hips, and neck
◦ Energizes the spine
◦ Stimulates the digestive fire in the belly
◦ Relieves menstrual discomfort, fatigue, sciatica, and backache
◦ Therapeutic for asthma and infertility
◦ Traditional texts say that Ardha Matsyendrasana increases appetite,
destroys most deadly diseases, and awakens kundalini.
Ardha
Matsyendrasana (ARE-dah
MOT-see-en-DRAHS-anna)
ardha =
half · Matsyendra = king of
the fish (matsya =
fish indra = ruler), a
legendary teacher of yoga
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38.
39. Yoga Nidra
Yoga nidra (Sanskrit: योग
ननद्रा) or yogic sleep is a
state of consciousness
between waking and
sleeping, like the "going-to-
sleep" stage, typically
induced by a guided
meditation. There is
evidence that yoga
nidra helps to relieve stress.
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41.
42. PRIYANKA
KHAGWAL
M.A Yogic Science
With an experience of almost
a decade in the field of Yoga,
wellness and spirituality,
Priyanka is a certified Yoga
trainer and specialises in
medical Yoga.
With her interventions, she
has provided relief to many
patients with their regular
medication. She believes very
strongly in mindfulness and
teaches the same to
everyone.