HOW THE YOGA WORKS AND ITS PROCESS

YOGA

Yoga is an ancient science practiced in various fields of mind and body. It was founded in India 2500 years ago and still works to bring health and well-being to anyone who does it regularly. The word yoga comes from the Sanskrit verb Yuja. It means to connect, to mature or to agree. It is the culmination of the mind and body or the climax of Jiva and Shiva (soul and spirit of the universe). It is also the culmination of Purush and Prakriti.

The name Yoga has a very broad range. There are several schools or Yoga programs. Dnyanayoga (Yoga for knowledge), Bhaktiyoga (Yoga for devotion), Karmayoga (Yoga for practice), Rajayoga (Royal or Yoga for advanced) and Hathayoga (Yoga for Yoga) by measuring the opposite systems of the body). All of these Yoga schools are not very different from each other. They are like strips of the same cloth, stuck to each other. For thousands of years, Yoga has been regarded as an effective form of self-improvement and spiritual enlightenment. All of these programs actually have the same purpose; the only way to achieve this is to be a little different from all of them. In its most popular form, the name Yoga is now associated with the last of these Hathayoga programs. For the purpose of this article also, the term Yoga is used with the same meaning. However, when it comes to the philosophy of Yoga, which is at the end of this article, the term Yoga will have a broader scope.

Asana and Prayayama

Let us look at the two main components of Hathayoga namely Asana and Prayayama.

a) Asana:

Asana means to get the shape and keep it as long as the human body allows. Asana, if done well according to the rules discussed above, does great physical and mental benefits. Asana is considered the first step to Pranayama. In Asana's routine there is a balance of physical and mental principles. It also helps to eliminate inertia. The benefits of Asana are enhanced by their long-term preservation. Asana should be stable, stable and fun. Here is a summary of the rules with yoga.

Summary of rules:

1. Normal breathing

2. Focus on focus

Stable and happy posture (sthiram sukham asanam)

Minor effort (Prayatnay shaithilyam)

5. There is no comparison or competition.

6. No jerseys or quick actions. Maintain a slow and consistent tempo.

Each asana has its own benefits and a few common benefits such as stability, flexibility, better hormonal fluid, feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. It is a logical conclusion that Asana (Yoga stretch) should be difficult to practice in order to benefit. Most simple Asana offers the most comprehensive benefits of Yoga in full. Besides, the beauty of Yoga lies in the fact that at an imperfect level most of the benefits are still available. That means there are also recent benefits from Yoga as an expert.

In their efforts to find solutions to the problems of the human body and mind, the founders of Yoga found part of their answers in nature. They watched birds and animals stretch their bodies especially in fashion to eliminate inertia and malaise. Based on these observations, they created Yoga stretches and named them after the birds or animals or fish that encouraged this expansion. For example, matsyasana (fish pose), makarasana (crocodile pose), shalabhasana (grasshopper pose), bhujangasana (cobra pose), marjarasana (cat pose), mayurasana (peacock pose), vrischikasana (scorpion pose), gomukhasana (cow's mouth), parvatasana (mountain pose), vrikshasana (tree pose) etc.

Most Asana can be broadly classified according to the type of pressure in the abdomen. Most Asana bending forward pressure builds Asana as they put good pressure on the abdomen by squeezing e.g. Pashchimatanasana, Yogamudra (yoga symbol pose), Hastapadasana (hand and foot position), Pavanmuktasana (free air position) etc. Asana kneeling back negative Asana pressure as they remove the pressure in the abdomen e.g. Dhanurasana , Bhujangasana, Naukasana etc. Both of these Asana species stretch very well back and stomach and strengthen both limbs. The exchange between positive and negative pressures in the same area of ​​the body strengthens and improves blood circulation in that area. The muscle group used receives more supply of oxygen and blood due to the pressure in that area. Eg. in Yogamudra (the symbol of Yoga), the lower abdomen receives a positive pressure due to where Kundalini is raised. Hastapadasana rejuvenates all the senses behind the legs and back. As a result you feel new and refreshed. Vakrasana offers a good massage of the pancreas and liver which is why it is recommended for patients with diabetes.

2. Pranayama

Exercising Pranayama is one way to remove mental and physical health disorders. Pranayama means controlled and long breathing time. Prana means to breathe. It also means the power of life. Ayama means to control or extend. As the pendulum needs to be doubled to return to its original position, the exhalation of the soul in Pranayama is twice as much as the smell. Pranayama’s main goal is to bring mental stability and suppress cravings by controlling breathing. Respiration is the function of the autonomic nervous system. By bringing the non-invasive process of breathing under mental control, the range of choice is expanded. Pranayama is a bridge between Bahiranga (exoteric) Yoga and Antaranga (practical or esoteric) Yoga. The stabilized body is Asana and cleansed by Kriya (cleansing procedures) ready for Pranayama. Pranayama, on the other hand, prepares the mind and body for the meditation and spiritual practices of Yoga such as Dhyana, Dharana and Samadhi. At body level, Pranayama exercise increases blood flow to oxygen, after which it stimulates and rejuvenates the brain and nerves. 

Physical benefits of Pranayama.

a. The lungs, chest, diaphragm are strong and healthy.

b. Lung strength increased.

c. Slowly changing pressure creates a kind of rubbing on all organs in the abdomen.

d. It cleanses the blood by increasing the blood's ability to receive more oxygen.

e. The brain works better with more oxygen in the blood.

f. Neuromuscular integration is improving.

g. The body is lean and the skin is light.

There are 8 pranayama called Ujjayi, Suryabhedan, Sitakari, Sheetali, Bhastrika, Bramari, Murchha, Plavini. Jjayi is the most popular pranayama among them. Pranayama consists of 4 parts as follows:

1) Purka (controlled breathing)

2) Abhyantar Baking (Keeping air in)

3) Laxative

4) They go to Bakhaka (exhaling).

The ratio of these components to each other is usually 1: 4: 2: 4, with the exception of a few. Patanjali's Yogasutra agrees with this standard and many other texts. For the purpose of perfect health, it is sufficient to practice the first three parts. The spiritual doctor usually does all four parts including the last one namely Bahya Kumbhaka. Such a doctor does more than just make a person healthier and healthier. In four parts of Pranayama, it is Abhyantara Kumbhaka known as Pranayama. There is another default Kumbhaka and it is called Kevala Kumbhaka.

Bandhas (locks) are very important in making pranayama. There are four rhythms during pranayama including moolabandha (closing ***), jalandharabandha (closing the throat area or throat mark), diyabandha (closing the abdomen or diaphragm) and jeevabandha (closing the tongue). Depending on the purpose of pranayama (spiritual or ordinary life), talas are performed. Moolbandha, Jalandharabandha and Udayanabandha are common belts made by all. Jivabandha is obligatory only if it is performed for spiritual purposes.

Features of Yoga

Let's take a look at some of the key features of Yoga.

1) Yoga is not about exercise.

To understand the concept of Yoga one must remember that the positions in Yoga are not exercise but stretching and easy care. You can define Yoga by stretching Yogic or Yogic practices. Finding a body position by stretching muscles and maintaining this position as long as the human body allows, is the simplest thing of Yogic. Yoga requires smooth and controlled movements as well as a slow temple. To achieve this you need to have a complete mind while doing Yoga. Yoga walks are smooth, slow and controlled. Comparisons are very discouraging. Doing something beyond your control because of competition often leads to injury to your body and as a result it can be very frustrating. Breathing with Yoga remains stable unlike most exercises. Yoga is also Isotonic in contrast to exercise, which is naturally isometric. In isotonic combat, muscle length increases while tone remains the same as opposed to isometric exercises where muscle length remains the same as tone changes. With Isotonic stretching, the body stretches in a certain way and retains that way for a while.

2) Long-term maintenance and a few repetitions (according to physical strength).

The benefits of Yoga are enhanced by physical fitness. Long-term care will have a positive effect. However one cannot force oneself to finally stretch for longer than the body can carry. Each position is pleasant and stable (Sthiram Sukham Asanam). Sthiram means stability. Sukham means pleasure and Asanam means body shape or position. The right position for you is when your body stays stable (sthiram) and sweet and comfortable for you (sukham).. There will be more repetition and shorter attention for beginners. With more practice, the repetition will be less and the retention will be wider. After doing Yoga a person should only feel good and fresh and nothing more. If you feel tired or tired or any part of your body hurts, it just means you have tried more than you can handle.

3) Rely on your body. Use less effort:

Through the practice of Yoga, you also learn to trust your body's ability to improve by adapting to circumstances without the slightest effort. As long as the purpose is in the mind and the body is only extended to the current volume, the flexibility grows on its own. One needs to focus on breathing, focus on the current posture and enjoy that pose as long as it feels comfortable. 'Prayatnay Shaithilyam' means little effort. Although there is a well-defined and desirable position in each asana, no one is forced to find a good position. Yoga is practiced in the hope that natural flexibility is achieved after continuous and regular practice. There is a message here and that is the belief in the unknown. This message along with improved endocrine function, better muscle tone, calm mind and increased positive vision can be very helpful in recovering from any illness.

4) Focused focus:

The ability to stretch or compress a single muscle group while relaxing the rest of the body is called a stretch. For example if a particular Asana is based on stretching the abdomen as a major muscle group (the most important muscles), then the whole body is relaxed while the abdomen is stretched or pressed. One has to look at the unnecessary sorting of those muscles that should be relaxed. At first this is difficult to follow but it becomes easier with some practice. This practice of differentiating between different muscle presses is especially helpful in other areas of life. It helps you to relax better while driving during running hours. While doing normal daily activities it makes you aware of unnecessary tension in different parts of your body. You watch while talking to someone or brushing your teeth or getting stuck in traffic. You learn to ask yourself, 'Do I hold my breath, is my shoulders stiff, my neck stiff, my fingers bent?' etc. These actions are unnecessary and wasteful. Yoga teaches you how to relax and gives you a time without worries and regrets, patience and anxiety.

5) Breathing:

Monitoring your breathing is an important part of Yoga. Common mistakes like breathing or deliberate breathing happen with Yoga. Both of these errors should be avoided. Breathing gives a headache, fatigue and thus the benefits of Yoga are lost through improper or inadequate breathing.

6) Anantha Samapatti (Meeting with Infinite):

The ultimate goal of Yoga is personal integration. Yuja means to connect or connect. The connection of Atma and Parmatma is a combination of body and spirit. Yoga is a way of life. Complete integration. According to Patanjali (founder of Yoga), two things define the nature of Yoga; stable posture and body posture with Anantha Samapatti. So you can't tell the difference between posture and meditation. In fact the body that has evolved and strengthened by the use of various positions becomes a good foundation for the final state of mind (Samadhi). The kriya (cleansing process) cleanses the body. first to one's breath (pranadharana) and then to God (Ishwarpranidhana). Later a person has to count his breath and has to see the internal and external flow of air through the airways. (pranadharna). This will enable him to focus better on himself (sakshibhavana). At first it will be difficult to concentrate as the posture is less focused. But with practice it gets better and better. In this case he must deliberately remove his mind from the posture and focus on the process of breathing (pranadharana).