Once the preserve of Hindu holy men, Yoga is now a worldwide phenomenon. Yoga originated in India in the seventh century BCE. The practice encompasses physical and mental exercises, breathing techniques and meditation. Compared to other SPORTS such as swimming or tennis, yoga has the advantage that it can be practiced more or less anywhere. […]
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What to wear to a Yoga Class, guide to Yoga wear / clothes
Yoga wear/clothes should be comfortable and made from breathable fabric (like cotton, bamboo or jersey). Yoga clothes make it comfortable to practice yoga, and they can look stylish too. Check our complete collection of yoga clothing and apparel. Women have lots of options – you can choose from pants, leggings, tops, bottoms, bras, and more. […]
Best Yoga Mats: Why you need one, and how to choose
The yoga mats market has witnessed a remarkable rise in recent times due to increasing popularity of yoga across the world. Analysts expect this demand to remain high in the years to come. Just like you need the right pair of running shoes to avoid injuries, its equally important to buy the right mat to […]
Business of Yoga: Costs of running & marketing a yoga studio in India
Understand the business of Yoga: Learn about the economics of running & marketing a studio. Here’s more on how to start a yoga studio in India. Yoga, despite being born in India, might not be very popular in India yet (surprisingly its extremely popular abroad). However, the scenario seems to be changing (with the Indian […]
Varsity-recognised yoga courses in India soon
Several states in India will soon start offering varsity-recognised yoga courses. Sivananda International School of Yoga Charitable Trust, Kerala, will launch UGC-recognised yoga courses in different districts soon. The course will be inaugurated at the yoga centre at Kalarcode, Alappuzha, on December 3. The courses will have recognition of S. Vyasa University, Bangalore, the director […]
Yoga for fitness, mental health, well being and other benefits
Yoga has now gone global and has gained immense popularity in recent times, and it’s not without a reason. Yoga is seen as an excellent way to improve your health, mental state, as well as fitness. Here’s more on how Yoga benefits you physically as well as mentally. Benefits of Yoga There is no doubt […]
Silk Eye Bags / Pillows
Silk Eye Bags / Pillows give relief to your tires / over-stressed eyes. Some even have a nice fragrance to them. Eye strain and stress is all too common these days. With all the reading that you do, whether it’s a physical book or a smartphone or watching the TV…your eyes are over-stressed. Silk eye […]