YOGA,PRANAYAM, HEALTH AND BEYOND

Presented By:
AMIT PATEL DRASHTI PATEL CHITRANK MURARKA GUNJAN BANG SHYAM KHAMNIWALA

Yoga
5000 years old Founded in India The word Yoga means yoke or unity translated from Sanskrit, the classical language of India. It also means discipline or effort. Yoga requires to make an effort to unify your body and mind. You do this by concentration your awareness and on your physical body through breathing and postures.

Types of Yoga
The approach to Yoga that focuses on postures is called Hatha (haht-hah) Yoga. Ananda Ashthanga Bikram Iyengar Kundalini Sivananda Viniyoga

Yoga postures (Asanas)

Asanas are the heart of Hatha Yoga Stretching that maintains and enhances flexibility Many poses are a form of isometric strengthening exercise, which involve the contraction of muscles without moving the joint. Isometric exercise is often used in physical therapy for the rehabilitation of injured joints.

Health Conditions in which Yoga may help heal or treat

Arthritis Allergies Asthma Hypertension Coronary Artery Disease Irritable Bowel Syndrome Heartburn (GERD) Constipation Tension Headaches and Migraines PMS and Menstrual Discomfort Menopause Pain of the Back, Hips, Knees Depression & Anxiety Substance Abuse Skin Disorders Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Overweight Sleep Problems

Prana - "life force" or "life energy" Yama - "discipline" or "control"

Thus, Pranayama means "breathing techniques or "breath control".

Pranayam is a technique in which the person seeks not only to reach a deep state of relaxation, but to quiet the mind.
The mind is a chattering monkey that one tries to make quiet with meditation.

Breathing is one of our most vital functions. One of the Five Principles of Yoga is Pranayama (breathing exercise) which promotes Proper Breathing.

Benefits of Pranayama
Breathing is a normal part of our life, and we pay little attention to it. We do it automatically without concentrating on it. Why then do we have to learn yoga breathing? Here are some reasons why Pranayama is important

 Pranayama teaches us the proper way to breathe -slowly and deeply. It increases the capacity of our lungs, bringing more oxygen supply to the body. Pranayama reduces the toxins and body wastes from within our body. It fights stress and relaxes the body. Pranayama offers a better self-control. Pranayama leads to a relaxed body and mind.

Pranyam seeks a state of enlightenment, a freedom from the tyranny of our worries.

 It prevents diseases.

Pranayama helps with digestion.

Pranayama develops our concentration and focus It fights stress and relaxes the body.

Pranayama offers a better self-control.

Pranayama leads to a relaxed body and mind.

Types of Pranayam
1. Full Yoga Breath (three part breathing): belly rib chest

2.

Alternate Nostril (Anuloma Viloma): breathing sequence though each nostril separately.

3. Abdominal pumping (Kapalabhati): A rapid pulsing of the diaphragm in and out with the breath.
4. Ocean Breath (Ujjayi breath): a vocal breath that is done in the back of the throat creating an ocean sound.

Meditation techniques

Focused Mantra Walking

How to Meditate?
Sit comfortably with your eyes closed. Pay attention to your breathing, and repeat a word or phrase or prayer silently to yourself as you exhale. When you notice your mind wandering (It will) just notice it and passively bring your attention back to your breathing. A form of meditation.

Exercise(Part of Yoga)
Stretching for flexibility Improved Strength Improved Balance

Benefits of Exercise
Increases muscle and bone strength Increases lean muscle and decreases body fat Helps control weight Enhances your psychological well-being, reduces depression Reduces symptoms of anxiety and improves your general mood. Exercise and relaxation can reduce feelings of stress and keep the body and mind healthy

Suggestions
Safe from musculoskeletal injuries if you listen to your own body No pain and a lot of gain Avoid postures that you cant handle Can continue in to older age Yoga, although not entirely risk-free, can be considered a safe form of exercise if practiced under the guidance and supervision of a qualified trainer. Practice as part of an overall healthy lifestyle: Good diet Aerobic exercise No smoking Safe drinking Wearing seatbelts

Findings
The evidence is growing that yoga practice is a relatively low-risk, high-yield approach to improving overall health. Although many forms of yoga practice are safe, some are strenuous and may not be appropriate for everyone.

Many patients who dealing with depression, anxiety, or stress, yoga has been a very appealing way to better manage symptoms.
Indeed, the scientific study of yoga demonstrates that mental and physical heal are not closely allied, but is essentially equivalent.

Findings
Yoga and Pranayam meet standards in medical treatments for being safe and healthy.
People only continue Yoga when they find that it works for them. Also often continue medications when they see or feel no benefit and are subject to real side effects Significant improvements were seen in overall quality of life, symptoms of stress, and sleep quality.

Conclusion