This is a super clarification regarding the different types of yoga and other helpful info. from SparkPeople.com
Types of Yoga
Yoga, started in India more than 5,000 years ago and springing from a Sanskrit word meaning “union,” has many forms but generally centers around techniques for breathing (pranayama), postures (asanas), flexibility, and meditation (such as the technique called dhyana). It can be very spiritual, linking the mind, body, and spirit. Other popular types seen today in videos and in gyms include:
- Hatha: basic introductory yoga poses, usually gentle and slow-paced
- Vinyasa: more aggressive stretching, with a focus on sun salutations and connecting breathing with movement
- Ashtanga: fast-paced and more intense (sometimes referred to as “power yoga”), this form focuses on constant movement from one pose to the next
- Bikram: Also referred to as “hot yoga,” this form is intended to be practiced in an environment where the temperature is 95-100 degrees, to promote intense sweating that will loosen tight muscles and facilitate cleansing of the body. (Please note that this form is NOT recommended during pregnancy.)
Time Involved: Usually 30-75 minutes
Body Benefit: Greater mind-body connection
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