"Yoga Positions"

Yoga positions are glue you say? Yes because it is with yoga positions or “asanas” that we find flexibility. This flexibility is what opens our body to accept more oxygen throughout all our limbs. This leads to better absorption of oxygen which in turn makes the breath control or “pranayama” become a second nature in our practice. Once the body is open to receive more oxygen it is easier to breath deeper and for longer periods of time.  Of course this is good for anyone even the men folk out there who may think otherwise. There are even specific books for men to help them with yoga positions, a good one is Yoga for Men .

Practicing yoga positions also helps us keep a stronger core so that meditation in the proper pose becomes easier to maintain for longer periods. There are many yoga positions to master as you begin your study but remember to take it slow and don’t push your self too hard.  Sometimes it's helpful to get a book of yoga positions, a good one is Essential Yoga.  It’s good to know as you begin your practice that it is very diverse so there are some poses you can even complete at your desk while at work. Yoga positions can range from the very simple to complex, here's a great DVD that will help the beginner get started Yoga Weight-Loss Workout for Dummies (DVD) . Of course your will gain the greatest benefit by setting aside at least 40 minutes to an hour a bare minimum of once a week to carry out a complete routine.