The Four Types Of Yoga. By Steve Pearson. February 15, 2002 / 5:26 PM EST / CBS Yoga ... Yoga is one of the fastest growing fitness routines in the United States.

There are different types of yoga asanas, classified on basis of levels such as beginner, intermediate and advanced categories. According to Shastras, there are 84 lakh yoga asanas.

The literal meaning of Ashtanga is eight-limbed yoga. It is made up of six series or levels, performed in a fixed order of postures. Rooted in vinyasa flow, Ashtanga yoga focuses on energy and breath.

The original four types of yoga are; karma, bhakti, jnana and raja. ... It’s an amazing experience to be in yoga postures but without your body connecting to the floor.

Image: Shutterstock An asana is a body posture that is performed to benefit the health and mind. The term has been derived from a Sanskrit term that means “posture” or “pose”. While the gym is a new ...

The benefits of yoga can be seen all year round and for people of all ages and that has led to not only Indians but also ...

Yoga for Diabetes Patients: Try these 10 asanas daily in the morning and at night to boost insulin production in your body when dealing with type-2 diabetes.

Type 2 diabetes affects how your body processes blood sugar. Many experts recommend yoga for diabetes management. Regular practice of yoga can help lower blood pressure, blood sugar levels and ...