Introduction to Yoga for Stress Relief - Lesson 1- Introduction and Science

Radhika Hira and Malti Bhojwani learnt yoga together with anatomy and physiology from Dr. Venky Reddy who has over 18 years of teaching instructors Yoga all over the world. The word “Yoga” comes from the ancient Indian language of Sanskrit. It means “union.” The practice of yoga therefore refers to the union of the mind, body and soul.

 Although a very “hands-on” practice, we have attempted to share the basics of yoga with you for stress release in these series of lessons, so that you can experience the benefits in the comfort of your home or office. The 10 lessons include a warm up with a surya namasakar, stretches to alleviate tension around your shoulders and neck, asanas to help with suppleness of your spinal column to prevent backaches and we wrap up with relaxing shavasan, pranayama and meditation lessons. The lessons are meant to teach you how to make Yoga a part of your daily practice so you can live in holistic health, mentally, emotionally, spiritually and physically. Watch them a few times and soon you will be able to perform these simple practices independently without the videos. 

This module includes:

What is Stress

Physiology of Stress

Introduction to Yoga

Heart Rate Variability and Yoga

Hatha Yoga and Asana

Difference between Yoga and Exercise

Body Mind Connection

Guidelines for a good practice

The modules that follow can be purchased separately.

Surya Namaskar Surya Namaskar - Sun Salutation with Variation

Stretching

Restorative Stretching

Seated Stretches for Back Strengthening

Standing For Balance and Posture

Prone Postures for Back Strengthening

Shavasan

Pranayama & Meditation