YOGA Flashcards

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Yoga got its name from the word ?

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“Yoke” - means to bring together. It brings together the body, mind and spirit

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2
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You will gain numerous form of exercise from yoga whether you use it for ? (3)

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Physical well - being, spiritual transformation or stress management.

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3
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Yoga is an ancient form of exercise which is originated in?

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India

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4
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Yoga is the oldest defined practice of ?

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self development

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Yoga is traditionally an —-practice, it is now becoming popular in the

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Eastern
West

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6
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strengthens the back and spine which ultimately improves posture

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Forward fold halfway

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Relieves tension in neck and back. Tones abdominal muscles and stretches and lengthens the front and back torso

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Forward Fold Half Way (Ardha Uttanasana)

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8
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Strengthens the back and align the spine.

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Upward Facing Dog (Ūrdhva Mukha Svānāsana)

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9
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This is important as a spine out of alignment puts stress in other parts of the body and creates a domino effect

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Upward Facing Dog (Ūrdhva Mukha Svānāsana)

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10
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Reduces stress and fatigue, stretches the muscles of the back torso and can help relieve neck and back pain

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Child’s Pose (Balasana)

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11
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Tones all core muscles including the lower back.

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Low Plank (Chaturanga Dandasana)

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12
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Strengthens the muscles surrounding the spine and improves posture

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Low Plank (Chaturanga Dandasana)

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13
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Improves blood circulation, strengthening the back and improving body balance.

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Cow Pose (Bitilasana)

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14
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For acute back pain, this yoga pose brings blood flow and healing nutrients to the spine

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Cow Pose (Bitilasana)

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15
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Stretches the back muscles and realigns the spine. If you battle with back pain, this pose is worth considering as it will stretch all the muscles running along the spine. For people who sit at a desk all day, this twist pose is a must

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Supine Twist (Supta Jaṭhara Parivartānāsana)

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16
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Builds back strength and protects the health and flexibility of the spine. This flexibility eases pain and improves posture

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Bridge Pose (Setu Bandha Sarvangasana)

17
Q

Decreases stiffness of the lower back, increasing flexibility, toning the buttocks and strengthening the spine

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Low Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana)

18
Q

Strengthen the back muscles, with added benefit for the soft tissue surrounding the spine

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Seated Side Twist (Ardha Matsyendrasana)

19
Q

An intense hamstring stretch that’s also good for lengthening your back which brings relief to the lower back

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Seated Forward Fold (Paschimottanasana)