Experience the magic of 'Power Yoga' this International Yoga Day!
People let’s face it - power yoga is here to stay. Film stars like Shilpa Shetty, Malaika Arora Khan and Sonam Kapoor swear by it. It is a term that is used in the West to describe a vigorous, fitness-based approach to yoga. Started by two American teachers, based in New York and Los Angeles, power yoga is a beautiful blend of Ashtanga Yoga, Bikrama and Iyengar Yoga style. Not only does it increase one’s strength, flexibility and stamina but also helps to burn calories, increase the Basal Metabolic Rate, improve lean muscle mass and reduce the fat content in the body.
The Benefits of Power Yoga
There are several significant benefits of practising power yoga. It includes a marked improvement in one’s ability and capability to focus and concentrate, toning the body without excessive stress, and is acclaimed as an excellent way to get rid of stress and tension. Not only this it has also helped millions of people across the world in boosting strength and stamina. Hence, it could be an ideal activity for couples who are looking forward to losing excess weight ahead of their big day.
However, Power Yoga should always be practised under an expert. The best time to take these classes is early in the morning as it will keep you enthusiastic throughout the day. A good trainer, a yoga mat and comfortable yoga outfit with an energetic heart are the only things that you need to begin Power Yoga. The workout should last for about 45 minutes at least.
Power Yoga is an excellent weight-bearing exercise which can improve your bone density. It helps to cure insomnia, as regular and vigorous yoga practice leads to better and deeper sleep. Also, it helps to reduce acidity and aids digestion. Since Power Yoga is fast-paced, you tend to sweat a lot more. This helps flush out toxins from the body in the form of sweat.
So this International Yoga Day, experience the “power” of yoga!
