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There are various types of yoga, each emphasizing different aspects of practice. Some major types include: Hatha Yoga: Focuses on physical postures and breath control, making it a good entry point for beginners. Vinyasa Yoga: Involves flowing sequences of poses, synchronized with breath, promoting...
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There are various types of yoga, each emphasizing different aspects of practice. Some major types include: Hatha Yoga: Focuses on physical postures and breath control, making it a good entry point for beginners. Vinyasa Yoga: Involves flowing sequences of poses, synchronized with breath, promoting fluidity and movement. Ashtanga Yoga: A dynamic and physically demanding practice with a set sequence of postures, emphasizing breath and movement coordination. Iyengar Yoga: Concentrates on precise alignment and uses props to assist in achieving correct postures, making it accessible to all levels. Bikram Yoga (Hot Yoga): Involves a set series of 26 poses performed in a heated room, promoting flexibility and detoxification. Kundalini Yoga: Focuses on awakening spiritual energy through meditation, breathing exercises, and chanting. Jivamukti Yoga: Integrates physical postures with spiritual teachings, music, and meditation, promoting a holistic approach to yoga. Yin Yoga: Emphasizes long-held, passive poses to target connective tissues and enhance flexibility, often practiced in a calm and meditative setting. Restorative Yoga: Utilizes props to support the body in gentle poses, aiming to promote relaxation and healing. Power Yoga: A dynamic and fitness-oriented approach, adapting elements of Ashtanga into a more flexible sequence. These styles cater to different preferences and objectives, ranging from physical fitness and flexibility to spiritual growth and relaxation. read less
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My teaching experience 12 years

There are several major types of yoga, each with its own emphasis and approach. Some include: Hatha Yoga: Focuses on physical postures and breath control to achieve balance. Vinyasa Yoga: Involves flowing movements synchronized with breath, often in a sequence. Ashtanga Yoga: A dynamic and structured...
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There are several major types of yoga, each with its own emphasis and approach. Some include: Hatha Yoga: Focuses on physical postures and breath control to achieve balance. Vinyasa Yoga: Involves flowing movements synchronized with breath, often in a sequence. Ashtanga Yoga: A dynamic and structured form with a specific sequence of postures. Bikram Yoga: Practiced in a heated room with a set sequence of 26 postures. Kundalini Yoga: Emphasizes the release of kundalini energy through meditation, breathing, and chanting. Iyengar Yoga: Focuses on precision and alignment, often using props for support. Yin Yoga: Involves holding passive poses for an extended period to target connective tissues. Restorative Yoga: A calming practice that uses props to support the body in relaxation. Jivamukti Yoga: Integrates physical postures with spiritual teachings, chanting, and meditation. Power Yoga: A dynamic and fitness-based approach to yoga, often influenced by Ashtanga. The differences lie in their emphasis on physical postures, breath control, spiritual aspects, or a combination of these elements. Choosing a type depends on personal preferences and goals. read less
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I am naturopathy doctor and yoga trainer with 5 year experience.

karma yoga, where we use the body; bhakti yoga, where we use the emotions; gyana yoga, where we use the mind and intellect; and kriya yoga, where we use the energy.
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I am naturopathy doctor and yoga trainer with 5 year experience.

Yoga works on the level of one's body, mind, emotion and energy. This has given rise to four broad classifications of Yoga: karma yoga, where we use the body; bhakti yoga, where we use the emotions; gyana yoga, where we use the mind and intellect; and kriya yoga, where we use the energy.
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