- Yoga in Practice: Teaching Yoga
by Paul M. Jerard Jr.. When most people consider the idea of teaching Yoga, they usually perceive the superficial physical requirements of a Hatha Yoga instructor. There are many styles of Yoga, and Hatha Yoga is just one of them. In fact, within the sub-styles of Hatha Yoga, there are a number of "gentle" styles. So, being really flexible, young, and having the body of a super model, are not required in or... articles, news
- Yoga in Practice: The Impact of Yoga Teachers on Society (Part 1)
by Paul M. Jerard Jr.. In the West, there was a time when practicing Yoga was kept secret. When I was a child, it was considered, "a bit strange." During the 50's and 60's, Yoga practice was associated with being part of counter culture movements, such as living the life of "beatniks" or "hippies." Interestingly, I was told by a school teacher that I would some day grow up to be a beatnik.
Well, time has... articles, news
- Yoga in Practice: Ten Solutions for Depressed Yoga Students (Part 2)
by Paul M. Jerard Jr.. As you know, anyone can feel a little depressed now and then - Yoga students are no different. Here are four more methods to help Yoga students with mild forms of depression.
Get away from being self-centered: There is no reason to isolate ourselves; we are interconnected with all things, people, nature, the universe, and God. We need to be in harmony with our life and everything w... articles, news
- Yoga in Practice: The Impact of Yoga Teachers on Society (Part 2)
by Paul M. Jerard Jr.. Now, let's cover the next issue of Anti-Aging and Yoga. With regular Yoga practice, your health will be the best it can be. Joints are lubricated, muscles are toned, bones have to bear weight in strengthening postures (asanas), and internal organs are massaged. This activity also aids the immune, digestive, and elimination systems.
However, the physical aspect of Yoga is often cons... articles, news
- Teaching Hatha Yoga: Should a Yoga Teacher be a Vegetarian?
by Paul M. Jerard Jr.. There are many beliefs and myths about what one should do to become a Yoga teacher. Some Yoga teacher organizations do make official statements in regard to Yoga teacher ethics; and diet is included, sometimes.
However, if you teach Yoga, should you be a vegan? Are dairy foods and eggs okay? What about goats, chicken, or fish? Yes, some Yoga teachers do eat goat, but not beef. Some... articles, news
- Yoga in Practice: In Search of the Perfect Yoga (Part 1)
by Paul M. Jerard Jr.. What is the perfect Yoga? Is it hot Yoga, based on correct alignment; Vinyasa Yoga, only to be performed with props; or do props take something away from Yoga practice? What about Yoga styles which are not from the Hatha Yoga tree? So - what exactly is the right Yoga for you?
Below, I will cover some of the statements I have heard over the years. Some of these statements are straig... articles, news
- Yoga in Practice: In Search of the Perfect Yoga (Part 3)
by Paul M. Jerard Jr.. This is the last in this series of answers to statements about Yoga students who are searching for the perfect Yoga, or the perfect Guru.
"You can't teach me anything about Yoga, I already know it."
You are absolutely right. There is an old Chinese saying, "A closed mind is like a closed book: just a block of wood." In other words, a closed mind still must go through a deep awak... articles, news
- Yoga in Practice: In Search of the Perfect Yoga (Part 2)
by Paul M. Jerard Jr.. This is a continuation of answers to some very "interesting" statements about Yoga and its many styles. Please don't take the statements in quotations too seriously; let's hope these answers will open minds.
"Mine is the best Yoga style and all others are inferior."
Many students make this claim and I "set them straight," right away. If you are getting a lot out of your Yoga pra... articles, news
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