The Five Points of
Yoga by Swami Vishnu-devananda-Sivananda’s devotee who brought this branch
of yoga to the United States
Proper Diet: to provide the body with the correct fuel. In India this is a vegetarian diet. I urge people to find what works for them individually. Obtain this diet information through mindfulness
or elimination or through allergy testing.
Proper Exercise:
Asana Practice and other exercise within reason to keep your body active, strong and flexible. The asana practice helps keep your core strong, and maintains your bodies ability to balance as well as gets your circulation and breath moving.
Proper Relaxation:
Savasana, counteracts daily stress. Relaxation practiced(in and out of postures)to get the most out of the asana practice. Savasana at the end of a yoga or exercise session releases lactic acid from the muscles to prevent soreness and helps to receive the most benefit from the postures.
Proper Breathing:
Pranayama,
brings life force(as well as relaxation) to the asana practice, as well as keeps you connected to your solar plexus or your own source of energy.
Proper Meditation: Practiced on its own or through out the asana practice as mindfulness, informs the entire practice; mindfulness in our
practice and daily lives allows us to remain in the moment with our activities
to prevent injury and gain the most insight and enjoyment. "Positive thinking and Meditation puts you in control." Swami Vishnu-devananda
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