...karma Yoga, or the "discipline of action" is based on the teachings of the sri Krishna in the Bhagavad-Gita, the holiest of Hindu scriptures. As one of the four pillars of yoga, karma yoga requires the adherence to ones duty (swadarma) while remaining detached from the reward. Simply, It is the yoga of performance of right action.

What is right action?

You might glance over the Sermon the Mount, as Jesus was very specific on what He considered right action. He mentions not to kill, or even speak badly about another. He mentions about sexual fidelity, and even not to think about it (as having the same result as committing it).

He says what is correct f...more

Yoga for Weight Loss

... who struggle with self confidence when it comes to weight loss?

Yoga can be an excellent tool to boost self confidence among these individuals. Yoga provides a safe way for these individuals to communicate with their body and clear out the self destructive messages. Yoga creates a rich flow of prana (life energy) in the body which can be extremely beneficial if your weight loss campaign has been jeopardized due to lack of energy and motivation.

You can also use yogic diet to help you lo...more

Yoga and golf - Are You golf Ready?

...atic and effortless.

MIND BODY SPIRIT: If youre in a lousy state of mind, you have to consciously control your thoughts, to bring yourself back to a positive state. Youve heard me say this in class many times: Your inner world creates your outer world. So, if you step up to the first tee, without doing some pre-game warm up stretches, and without setting your intention for your game, youre doing yourself a disservice. Your golf experience will be less than satisfactory, which will be reflected in your score, and your frustration after youve left the 18th green. It would be like stepping onto your yoga mat without taking the time to warm up your body and allow your mind to let go of the stresses of the day. Do you see the parallel here...more

Benefits of Yoga Practice for Middle-Aged People

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Recently, many journals on yoga practice and health benefits have emerged. Many studies research the beneficial effects yoga has on the body. A very recent one affirms that even yoga practice on a regular basis, maintained regularly over time will avert the weight gain affiliated with aging. now that's a good deal! Daily yoga practice can diminish the growing gir...more

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