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The history of yoga in a readable book – The Hindu
Posted: May 13, 2020 at 10:42 pm
In his book The Story of Yoga: From Ancient India to the Modern West, the author, Alistair Shearer answers a simple question: How did a time-honoured road to enlightenment turn into a $25 billion-a-year wellness industry? He answers it across 357 pages, the first few chapters having a scholarly density, the sources being from history excavations from Mohejodharo (c. 3000 BC - 1500 BC), and texts like the Vedas (2500 BC - 500 BC). It eases up soon enough with insights on what pushed yoga from meditative practice to physical mat work. In a nutshell, Shearer tells us that the original practice was always meant to be what he calls mind-yoga, the purpose of which was to look inward, but what weve turned it into is body-yoga, the purpose of which is fitness or a secular healing remedy.
Past Patanjalis Yoga Sutra, wherein he says only three short verses are devoted to physical postures; the Hatha Yoga Pradipika that has only four asanas; and various other texts, Shearer establishes that the purpose of yoga was never to tone our bodies, but as the way to transcend its irksome limitations altogether. The physicality of the practice, he says, began with the British Rajs clever fusion of gymnastics with yoga as promoted in the YMCA. Along the way, we meet the Theosophists, Swami Vivekananda, BKS Iyengar, and encounter various movements and alliances, like the number of hours of teachers training, the types of yoga that have come up over the years, and Western medicines stamp of approval all of which have contributed to the way yoga is seen today.
In an email interview, Shearer, who has in the past translated the Yoga Sutras, and co-created Neeleshwar Heritage in Kerala, talks of his own interest in yoga, its past, present and future. The book took three years to write, and needed to be pruned of 40,000 words, thereby leaving out some parts of the history of yoga, like the Bihar School. A lot of interesting material had to be jettisoned. Itll be in the next book, says Shearer.
Why a book on yoga was it an idea that came to you because of the huge interest in it, or was it something you had always wanted to do and the time was right?
Well, Ive been interested in Indian culture all my adult life, first studying Indian religions and Sanskrit academically and then teaching courses on Indian art and architecture at various institutions in the UK, including the British Museum and London University. At the same time, on the practical level, mind-yoga has been a constant source of nourishment for me since I studied with Maharishi Mahesh Yogi over 40 years ago, and I have been practising and teaching meditation ever since then.
The extraordinary growth of global yoga as a commercialised and secular exercise routine, rather than a path leading to spiritual enlightenment, has boomed in the last 20 years, sparking in turn a huge increase of academic investigation into the origins of the practice in India itself. So three or four years ago, it seemed to me to be the right time to bring all these different strands together and weave them into a story in a way that was accessible to the general reader, as well as those engaged in teaching and practising the discipline. Hence the book.
What does yoga mean to you?
I suppose my whole life revolves around it. Ive had a daily routine for many years that consists of a simple set of asanas, some pranayama and meditation, as well as pursuing my interests in the philosophies of yoga and Vedanta. Then there are the retreats I lead for my students every couple of months or so. Recently though, the physical side of my practice has given way to longer daily periods of meditation. I keep meaning to get back to doing asanas but given that I also have a busy working life, it doesnt look likely at the moment. There is only so much time each day one can devote to self-improvement!
The book is quite dense in the first few chapters and it gets easier to read as it goes along? Did you discuss this with your editor, and why did you decide to do this?
The content dictated it, really. The book proceeds chronologically, and to examine the early roots of yoga, you have no choice but to delve into the history of ancient India and get to grips with a very different society that had a very different way of seeing the world than we do today. Much of the specific evidence comes from a handful of highly esoteric Sanskrit texts, such as the Upanishads and Patanjalis Yogasutra, that deal with the nuances of altered and uncommon states of consciousness brought about by prolonged meditation. So for the non-specialist, this is really very unfamiliar territory that has to be trod slowly and with some care. Theres no way round it. But persevere, dear reader! As the narrative moves out of the dense forests and dark caves inhabited by those early yogis, we emerge towards modern times, where there is more room for recognisable markers, anecdote, irony and humour and so the tone automatically lightens. Then, by the end of the book, I come back to discussing yogic spirituality, but in its contemporary setting and in modern terms, with the scientific evidence and so on.
If you were to pick just the main milestones on the road to the rise of yoga, what would they be in the context of it becoming a part of the multi-billion dollar wellness industry?
One silent seed of the modern scene was the work of Shri Yogendra, who presented yoga as a secular, scientific discipline with measurable health benefits, both preventative and curative. He opened his pioneering Yoga Institute, the first in the world, in suburban Bombay in 1918. It is still flourishing today and has become effectively the official spokesman of medical yoga for the Indian Government.
But the most important, albeit unwitting, milestone was probably the great Vaishnava scholar and yoga master, TM Krishnamacharya of Mysore. In the 1930s, he ran a yoga school in the palace of his patron, Maharajah Krishna Wodeyar IV, and he mixed Scandinavian gymnastic exercises, then becoming very popular in Europe, into his regime. TMKs two most successful pupils were K Pattabhi Jois and BKS Iyengar. The former went to America and developed his vigorous Ashtanga system, while BKS conquered Europe with his eponymous method that pioneered the use of props. Both these highly physical approaches ignored the interiority that Patanjali calls the heart of yoga. Significantly, Krishnamacharya also accepted a female disciple, Indra Devi, because he felt that as Indian men were being seduced from traditional brahmin values by the desire to make money, the future of yoga lay with women. Indra went to California and introduced many of the leading ladies of Hollywood to posture work as a way to lose weight, keep fit and combat the effects of ageing. Such concerns have shaped much modern yoga, which is a 90% female phenomenon.
Then came the yogic supermarket countless DVDs, videos, apps, books, clothes, fashion items and assorted accessories that promotes yoga as an image-conscious and celebrity-endorsed pastime.
How did yoga move from the North of India to the South?
This is an interesting and, as far as I know, little researched question. My feeling is that yoga was a pan-Indian phenomenon from early times, though most records of it are in the North. It is widely held that the great Vedic rishi Agastya brought sacred knowledge to the South, perhaps establishing his main ashram at modern Thanjavur. In other centres of Tamil culture, such as Kanchipuram and Kumbakonam, Jain, Buddhist and Hindu yogis lived and taught alongside each other from at least the beginning of the common era. The renowned Vedantin, Adi Shankaracharya, who was born in modern-day Kerala, of course, travelled extensively around the South in the 8th Century AD, establishing monasteries and teaching. He advocated jnana yoga, the most advanced type of mind-yoga, and wasnt interested in postural work, but we do have depictions of physical yoga from the Pallava capital of Mahabalipuram dating from the same period. Then, in medieval times, the most important group of yogis, the Naths, established a powerful centre at the Kadri-Manjunath temple, South of Mangalaru, that dates from the 13th Century, possibly earlier.
Do you ever see yoga going back to what it was originally meant for, or do you see it evolving into something quite different altogether?
I think it will develop in both directions simultaneously. There will be a growing hunger for a return to a yoga that is more profound, more spiritual than mere Instagram flexibility. The devastation caused by COVID-19 may help this. But at the same time, the relentless advances of technology will develop lucrative human-machine interfacing that will result in a type of cyborg yoga, developed by, and for, techno-nerds.
What are some of the most outrageous things people have said to you about yoga, and who has said them?
I remember a public talk I gave several years ago when a serious young man stood up shouting that yoga was the work of the devil and I would go to hell for promoting it. I replied that the pipe he was smoking would do him far more damage than yoga ever could. Thankfully, nowadays, theres far less ignorance and prejudice around the subject.
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Ever seen a squirrel doing yoga? Twitter now presents that too – Hindustan Times
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The image shows the squirrel on a wooden railing. (Twitter/@Saket_Badola)
A video of a squirrel doing yoga has become the latest source of laughter for Twitter. Shared by IFS officer Saket Badola, the video shows the animal doing such a gesture which resembles one of the popularly known aasana Kapalbhati.
Kapalbhati aasana...squirrel style with this caption Badola shared the video and it has now piqued peoples attention. The video shows the animals abdomen moving in and out in quick successions, much like what happens while doing Kapalbhati.
Take a look at the video which has now left many in splits.
Since being shared, the video has gathered over 11,000 views and close to 1,000 comments. From trying to guess why the squirrel is doing yoga to calling it the new master of the art, people have shared all sorts of reactions on the post.
But their kapalbhati is melodious sounds while ours is with grunts, wrote a Twitter user. That is so awesome, exclaimed another. Maybe its shedding to impress, tweeted a third.
As for another user of the micro-blogging site, she wrote that the video is not just funny but encouraging too and a few supported the notion. Encouraging and funny at the same time, wrote a Twitter user.
Many wrote that they cant stop laughing after seeing the video as its too hilarious.
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Analysis on Impact of COVID-19 – Technavio Evaluates the Impact of Product Premiumization Owing to Innovation in Yoga Accessories, and Growing Obese…
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LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The yoga mat market is likely to experience steady growth because of product premiumization owing to innovation in yoga accessories, and the growing obese population and increasing health consciousness. Rising at a CAGR of over 6%, the market is estimated to have an incremental growth of USD 480.87 million by 2024. Download Free Sample Report
A Technavio analyst says, "The extension of containment efforts due to the spread of COVID-19 has severely impacted businesses and economic activities worldwide. If the containment efforts go beyond Q2 2020, the global yoga mat market will witness a significant downsurge compared to our base case estimate."
Technavios recent analysis of the yoga mat market includes a detailed examination of its revenue forecasts, including market drivers and challenges, key market participants, and growth opportunities. The study segments the markets in North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and MEA, geographically. The North America region is expected to have a market share of 34% and will offer significant growth opportunities for market players during the forecast period.
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Inconsistent pricing of raw materials and the rising popularity of outdoor sports activities might hamper market growth. However, wellness initiatives being undertaken by government and corporate agencies will positively influence the growth of the global yoga mat market.
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Yoga Clothing Market 2020 by Company, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2025 – Cole of Duty
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The study of the Yoga Clothing Market report is done based on the noteworthy research methodology that provides the analytical inspection of the global market based on various segments the Industry is alienated into also the summary and Advance size of the marketplace owing to the various outlook possibilities.
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Alo Yoga, Lululemon Athletica, Mika Yoga Wear, Onzie, ANJALI, Green Apple, Inner Waves Organics, Beyond Yoga, Easy Yoga, Bluefish Sport, ALALA, Fabletics, Outdoor Voices,Under Armor, Lily Lotus, Tory Sport, Prana, Soybu and Hatha Clothing among others.
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The utility-owned segment is mainly being driven by increasing financial incentives and regulatory supports from the governments globally. The current utility-owned Yoga Clothing Industry are affected primarily by the COVID-19 pandemic. Most of the projects in China, the US, Germany, and South Korea are delayed, and the companies are facing short-term operational issues due to supply chain constraints and lack of site access due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Asia-Pacific is anticipated to get highly affected by the spread of the COVID-19 due to the effect of the pandemic in China, Japan, and India.
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Yoga Center Software Market Growth by Top Companies, Trends by Types and Application, Forecast to 2026 – Cole of Duty
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Moreover, the Yoga Center Software report offers a detailed analysis of the competitive landscape in terms of regions and the major service providers are also highlighted along with attributes of the market overview, business strategies, financials, developments pertaining as well as the product portfolio of the Yoga Center Software market. Likewise, this report comprises significant data about market segmentation on the basis of type, application, and regional landscape. The Yoga Center Software market report also provides a brief analysis of the market opportunities and challenges faced by the leading service provides. This report is specially designed to know accurate market insights and market status.
By Regions:
* North America (The US, Canada, and Mexico)
* Europe (Germany, France, the UK, and Rest of the World)
* Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, and Rest of Asia Pacific)
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4 Yoga Center Software Market Outlook
4.1 Overview 4.2 Market Dynamics 4.2.1 Drivers 4.2.2 Restraints 4.2.3 Opportunities 4.3 Porters Five Force Model 4.4 Value Chain Analysis
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9.1 Overview 9.2 Company Market Ranking 9.3 Key Development Strategies
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Yoga Studio Management System Market Growth by Top Companies, Trends by Types and Application, Forecast to 2026 – Cole of Duty
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5.1 Overview
6 Yoga Studio Management System Market, By Solution
6.1 Overview
7 Yoga Studio Management System Market, By Vertical
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8 Yoga Studio Management System Market, By Geography
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9 Yoga Studio Management System Market Competitive Landscape
9.1 Overview 9.2 Company Market Ranking 9.3 Key Development Strategies
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What is face yoga? Heres how it works and benefits your skin to reduce signs of ageing – PINKVILLA
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Ridiculously easy, face yoga is the new anti-ageing trend and heres how it works. Check it out
Often people enquire about the ways to slow down the ageing process. Well, there definitely is a way and it requires minimum product, ridiculously low effort and absolutely no money and treatments. Weve all heard of yoga and facial yoga is the new trend and practice of stretching your facial muscles.
One of the most effective anti-ageing techniques, facial yoga is a series of repetitive facial exercises that tightens the facial muscles while also stimulating the blood cells to increase the blood circulation to the skin. What you achieve after facial yoga is a more elastic, clear and youthful face.
By strengthening the muscles of the face, it increases elasticity which in turn reduces signs of ageing like wrinkles. The amount of exercises done on the face also increases the blood flow that helps in bringing fresh blood to the face. When fresh blood reaches the facial skin, it helps bring the natural flush of colour while also dealing with skin issues like acne.
Does face yoga prove to be effective for anti-ageing?
In a study done by northwestern.edu, theres evidence that showed that a 3-minute long session of facial yoga for almost 20 weeks showed a visible difference in middle-aged woman making her look younger by almost three years. This yoga technique is like any other form of exercise, it requires dedication and regularity in order to see results.
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Dublin yoga studio hosting the world’s first-ever online sound bath this weekend – Lovin Dublin
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The Space Between is running a virtual sound bath this weekend - complete with full 3D immersive sound.
A multi-purpose (dog friendly!!) yoga, meditation and event space based on Fenian Street, The Space Between has taken to running their classes online. Offering over 50 yoga and meditation classes weekly, this Sunday they're bringing the world's first-ever live binaural broadcast or sound bath online.
Hosted by Chloe McHugh (of Sonas Sounds) and musician Simon Cullen (one-half of synth-pop duo Ships), the event promises to take participants on a meditative journey that will "clear your mind, release emotional blocks and bring you to a state of total relaxation".
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Repost with a little artwork correction. Binaural, not bi-neural, although it sounds equally cool. _ Sound Bath with @sonassounds & @simoncullenmakes - Sunday 17th May _ Welcome to the world's first ever live binaural broadcast. A virtual Sound Bath with full 3d immersive sound. Binaural recording method captures sound as heard by the human ear, it creates a stereo sound sensation for the listener of actually being in the room with the performer. _ Sound baths facilitate the shift in the brain to a state of deep relaxation, using a range of frequencies of different sounds. We've ensured the virtual experience will be no different and bring the same opportunity for healing. The binaural experience will take those frequencies in the room and deliver them straight to your ears, as though you were physically in amongst the instruments vibrating and producing sound. _ Join us on a meditative journey that will clear your mind, release emotional blocks and bring you to a state of total relaxation, from the comfort of your own home. You will be guided by the soothing sounds of a range of ancient instruments from around the world, which will lead you on a powerful healing sound journey. You will be bathed in the frequencies and vibration, which will draw you into deep states of relaxation and meditation, leaving you feeling calm, cleansed and rebalanced. _ All welcome, no previous experience of meditation or sound baths necessary. Recommended to use headphones, or a good set of speakers for audio fidelity. _ Tickets available via our website.
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What exactly is a sound bath though? For anyone unfamiliar with the term (I googled it but two minutes ago), a sound bath is described as an immersion in beautiful sounds and vibrations that are considered to be healing for your body.
A binaural recording method will be used, capturing sound as heard by the human ear and giving the listener the feeling of being in the same room as the performer (headphones or a good set of speakers recommended).
Participants will be guided by the soothing sounds of a range of ancient instruments from around the world drawing you into deep states of relaxation and meditation, leaving you feeling calm, cleansed and rebalanced. And sure who doesn't need a bit of that these days?
The event kicks off at 8pm on Sunday and tickets start at 15 (get yours here) - free for HSE and frontline staff.
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Star Jane led the way in Scotland in dance and yoga – The Southern Reporter
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Jane Smith, a leading light in ballet and yoga, who died last week, aged 89.
Jane was born in Glasgow on March 26, 1931, and went on to become one of the leading stars of the Scottish ballet scene and a true pioneer of Scottish yoga.
At the age of 16, Jane moved on her own to London to pursue her passion for dance after seeing the show Red Shoes.
She was soon recruited by the International Ballet Company and went on to tour extensively throughout the UK in the 1940s and 50s. Jane rose to become a first soloist in the company and went on to perform with Ballet Rambert.
In 1959, she gave birth to her only son Norman before moving to the Scottish Borders with her husband Rupert, who was the managing director of the family printing company Smith and Ritchie in Albert Street, Edinburgh.
Jane then embarked on a new career as a yoga teacher, pioneering yoga in Scotland before it had been widely heard of in the west.
She set up a yoga studio at Lurden House, Hassendeanburn near Hawick, where she lived.
Here she trained the countrys future yoga teachers with classes and retreats throughout the 1980s and 90s.
Among her many achievements, she helped to establish the Borders Yoga Circle.
An intelligent woman with a wicked sense of humour, Jane loved to host family at Christmas, Easter and during the holidays, and was known to love spoiling her grandchildren.
Family members remember her with huge affection and for the great time had at Lurden House, filled with drinking, feasting, and laughter.
Following the death of her husband Rupert in 1988, she began teaching at the Scottish Yoga Centre in St Stephen Street, Edinburgh, eventually moving next door to the centre to continue teaching others the joy of yoga.
After suffering recent ill health, Jane moved back to London to be closer to her family in 2016.
She died at the Meadows Care Home in Muswell Hill, London on May 7.
Jane was a remarkable person; witty, intelligent and in many ways a woman ahead of her time who will be greatly missed.
She is survived by her son Norman, daughter in law Margaret and two grandchildren, Nina and Libby.
The family are hoping to arrange a memorial later in the year in Scotland.
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Move through this 30-minute energizing yoga flow to stretch out every cramped muscle in your body – Well+Good
Posted: May 8, 2020 at 4:45 pm
To tackle the job, the co-founders of New York Citys Sky Ting yoga studio put together a 30-minute yoga workout for Well+Goods Good Moves video series thats gentle, but gets your blood flowing when you roll out of bed and onto your mat. This is a short, 30-minute energizing yoga sequence that you can do every morning to start your day, says Krissy Jones, one of the studios co-founders. Hopefully itll leave you feeling a bit more charged up and energized.
If youve always considered yoga to be a snoozy-type of workout, know that some types of flow can be more upbeat rather than restorative (like this one). Sun salutations, for example, are literally meant for you to greet the sun, and they count as cardio if you flow through them swiftly enough. Inversions, like downward-facing dog, also send a rush of blood to your brain as an instant pep-up, while backbends quash that stiffness that you may feel when you get up in the morning.
Besides the energizing components of the yoga flow, youll also be working through yoga poses that double as strength training. Moves like chair pose, frog squat, and warrior one burn out your leg and glute muscles, and a plankwhich youll get into several times throughout the practiceis, of course, a staple core strengthener. Put it all together in one yoga flow, as is the case with this Sky Ting workout, and youve got a combination for a more easiness in your body that helps you feel ready to tackle your day. Grab your mat (thats all youll need!), and prepare to feel much more limber and way less crunched by starting your morning with this yoga flow. Hit the video above to get moving, and dont be surprised if you feel so energized that you skip your a.m. cup of Joe afterwards.
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Move through this 30-minute energizing yoga flow to stretch out every cramped muscle in your body - Well+Good