Find out all there is to know about Hollywood's favorite yoga pratice, followed by Gwyneth Paltrow, Madonna or Uma Thurman.
Jivamukti Yoga appeared in New York in the year 1984. It
was developed by the artist David Life and the musician and dancer
Sharon Gannon. After taking yoga lessons in India, the two began
practicing their own type of yoga. They opened up two centers in
New York and started gaining adepts right away.
The name ‘Jivamukti’ comes from the combination of two Sanskrit
words: ‘jiva’ that refers to the living soul, plus ‘mukti’ that
signifies the liberation from death, or rebirth.
What is Jivamukti Yoga?
Jivamukti Yoga is a special kind of yoga that emphasizes not
only a spiritual practice, but also an ethical and physical one. It
combines two different types of yoga called vinyasa and hatha, and
it adheres to five main systems of belief. It also stresses social
activism, animal rights, environmentalism and veganism.
Jivamukti Yoga principles
Jivamukti Yoga is based on five main principles. The first
one of them is named Shastra. This refers to the study of the
Sanskrit chanting and the ancient yoga teachings. The second one is
known under the name of Bhakti. To respect it, every practitioner
must regard the presence of God in all perceptive beings and in
every person as well.
The third principle is called Ahimsa and it emphasizes the practice
of a compassionate and nonviolent lifestyle that must stress animal
rights and vegetarianism. It is also linked to humility and
compassion, environmentalism, the elimination of suffering of any
type and the incurring of a good karma.
The last two principles are named Nada Yoga and Meditation. The
first one refers to the necessity of the development of a sound
mind and body. This can be done through deep listening. As far as
the latter one is concerned, this is linked to the reality within
that must not be altered in any way.
Benefits of Jivamukti Yoga
A regular practice of Jivamukti Yoga can bring people a lot
of health benefits. This kind of yoga can lower the blood pressure
and get it to a normal level, it can improve the respiration
process of those suffering from breathing problems, it can
eliminate depression and improve chaotic lifestyles, and it can
sharpen the IQ level and also improve the muscle flexibility.
In addition, it is also capable of determining people to think more
positively and therefore lead a happier lifestyle. Moreover, it can
increase physical competencies.
Due to its numerous benefits, celebrities such as Gwyneth Paltrow,
Heidi Klum, Madonna, Sting and Uma Thurman practice it
regularly.
Basic Jivamukti Yoga poses
Jivamukti Yoga has four main poses that practitioners must
learn to do. All classes start with the Sun Salutation that is made
up of twelve different poses. These are flowing and very simple to
learn. They comprise backbends and lunges, and they are combined
with inhalation and exhalation special techniques.
After practitioners do the Sun Salutation, they must continue with
the other three main poses. These are represented by the Warrior
Pose, the Triangle Pose and the Shoulderstand.
As far as the latter is concerned, this is a very common pose in
yoga, as it is said to have the ability of healing multiple
sufferings of different nature. It is restorative and rejuvenating,
but it is recommended only in combination with the others mentioned
above.
Comments
Add a Comment