Yoga is not just a form of exercise, it is a way of life that helps maintain harmony between the mind, body and soul. Yoga (In Sanskrit, “yuga” or “yoke”) means ‘union’ with your inner self and practicing this ancient art enables a sense of peace and wellbeing.
There are several yoga ashrams, resorts and institutes located in the southern state of Karnataka, making it an ideal destination for a yoga holiday. Hundreds of people flock to the state to learn the art of Yoga each year. And among the many
Yoga is not just a form of exercise, it is a way of life that helps maintain harmony between the mind, body and soul. Yoga (In Sanskrit, “yuga” or “yoke”) means ‘union’ with your inner self and practicing this ancient art enables a sense of peace and wellbeing.
There are several yoga ashrams, resorts and institutes located in the southern state of Karnataka, making it an ideal destination for a yoga holiday. Hundreds of people flock to the state to learn the art of Yoga each year. And among the many options, the Ashtanga Institute based in Mysore, is one of the most popular institutes that offers several training courses. Ashtanga yoga means putting the body through a progressive series of postures while synchronizing the breath. So if you want to practice and learn more about this form of yoga, you can enroll in one of the courses provided by the institute.
The Surya Namaskar forms an integral part of the Ashtanga Yoga. The Surya Namaskar or the sun salutation is a recommended warm-up routine that one should start the day with. It is a sequence of twelve gracefully linked asanas that will not only keep your body in shape but also calm your mind. It is best performed early in the morning as the sun rises. During your stay at the institute, you can also acquire knowledge about yoga diet and the ancient science of Ayurveda.
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