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Khattab, Kerstin, Ahmed A. Khattab, Jasmin Ortak, Gert Richardt, and Hendrik Bonnemeier. "Iyengar Yoga Increases Cardiac Parasympathetic Nervous Modulation among Healthy Yoga Practitioners." Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine 4, no. 4 (2007): 511–17. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/ecam/nem087.
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Relaxation techniques are established in managing of cardiac patients during rehabilitation aiming to reduce future adverse cardiac events. It has been hypothesized that relaxation-training programs may significantly improve cardiac autonomic nervous tone. However, this has not been proven for all available relaxation techniques. We tested this assumption by investigating cardiac vagal modulation during yoga.We examined 11 healthy yoga practitioners (7 women and 4 men, mean age: 43 ± 11; range: 26–58 years). Each individual was subjected to training units of 90 min once a week over five successive weeks. During two sessions, they practiced a yoga program developed for cardiac patients by B.K.S. Iyengar. On three sessions, they practiced a placebo program of relaxation. On each training day they underwent ambulatory 24 h Holter monitoring. The group of yoga practitioners was compared to a matched group of healthy individuals not practicing any relaxation techniques. Parameters of heart rate variability (HRV) were determined hourly by a blinded observer. Mean RR interval (interval between two R-waves of the ECG) was significantly higher during the time of yoga intervention compared to placebo and to control (P< 0.001 for both). The increase in HRV parameters was significantly higher during yoga exercise than during placebo and control especially for the parameters associated with vagal tone, i.e. mean standard deviation of NN (Normal Beat to Normal Beat of the ECG) intervals for all 5-min intervals (SDNNi,P< 0.001 for both) and root mean square successive difference (rMSSD,P< 0.01 for both). In conclusion, relaxation by yoga training is associated with a significant increase of cardiac vagal modulation. Since this method is easy to apply with no side effects, it could be a suitable intervention in cardiac rehabilitation programs.
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Chhetri, Praghosh, Lava Shrestha, Binaya SJB Rana, Dinesh Banstola, and Narayan Bahadur Mahotra. "Immediate Effects of Yoga Based Relaxation Technique Yoga Nidra on Heart Rate Variability in Young and Healthy Volunteers." Journal of Karnali Academy of Health Sciences 3, no. 2 (August 29, 2020): 65–72. http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/jkahs.v3i2.30807.
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Introduction: Cardiovascular autonomic functions are affected by the negative influences of stress which bring about alterations in heart rate variability (HRV). Yoga based relaxation techniques like Yoga Nidra have been found to relieve stress as shown by improved HRV. This study was conducted to assess the immediate effects of a yoga based guided relaxation technique, Yoga Nidra on HRV parameters in young and healthy volunteers.
Methods: This was an interventional study conducted in the Department of Clinical Physiology, Institute of Medicine, Maharajgunj. Fifty two male medical students were divided into supine rest group (n=26) and Yoga Nidra group (n=26). HRV indices were recorded before and after supine rest and Yoga Nidra. Intra-group and inter-group comparisons of the HRV parameters were done before and after the interventions.
Results: In comparison to the supine rest, Yoga Nidra produced significant increase in values of HF (1460.72 Vs 3272.99; p=0.03) and HFnu (50.32 Vs 62.68; p=0.004); and significant reduction in the values of LFnu (49.68 Vs 37.32; p=0.004) and LF:HF ratio (0.99 Vs 0.59; p=0.004), which suggested that the parasympathetic modulating response of Yoga Nidra was better than that of supine rest.
Conclusion: Yoga Nidra, a yoga based relaxation technique brings better relaxation response than supine rest as indicated by the significantly improved HRV indices.
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LePage, Joseph. "An Integrative Approach to Yoga Therapy." International Journal of Yoga Therapy 4, no. 1 (January 1, 1993): 43–45. http://dx.doi.org/10.17761/ijyt.4.1.88054q40p3w49747.
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The traditional elements of yoga are the basis of this approach to Yoga Therapy: yoga postures (Asana), breathing (Pranayama), deep relaxation (Yoga Nidra) and yoga psychology (Yoga Sutras of Patanjali) Yoga Therapy facilitates health and healing at the level of the body, balance at the level of the mind and emotions, and awakens us to the spiritual dimension of living.
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Ghoncheh, Shahyad, and Jonathan C. Smith. "Progressive muscle relaxation, yoga stretching, and ABC relaxation theory." Journal of Clinical Psychology 60, no. 1 (2003): 131–36. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/jclp.10194.
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Ika Yulianti, Doris Noviani, Ririn Ariyanti, and Gusriani. "Stress Management With Relaxation And Prenatal Yoga During The Covid-19 Pandemic." Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Kesehatan 8, no. 2 (June 15, 2022): 107–10. http://dx.doi.org/10.33023/jpm.v8i2.1101.
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Salah satu indikator sebagai upaya menurunkan AKI terlihat dari gambaran tingkat pelayanan kesehatan terutama untuk ibu hamil, bersalin dan masa nifas. Selama kehamilan, wanita mengalami perubahan bio-fisio-psiko-sosial yang dapat menyebabkan stress. Stress selama kehamilan yang berkelanjutan dapat mengakibatkan hipertensi, preeklamsi, bayi premature, berat badan lahir rendah (BBLR), gangguan kontrantraksi uterus, dan perkembangan otak janin abnormal. Untuk mencegah hasil yang merugikan pada kesehatan ibu hamil maka perlu dilakukan pengelolaan stress. Dengan demikian, intervensi relaksasi dan prenatal yoga diharapkan mampu meningkatkan kesehatan ibu dan janin untuk mengurangi stress wanita sebelum, selama dan setelah kehamilan. Tujuan dari pelaksanaan relaksasi dan prenatal yoga adalah meningkatkan pengetahuan dan pemahaman ibu hamil tentang prenatal yoga dan dapat memotivasi ibu untuk melakukannya dirumah secara mandiri. Metode yang dilakukan mencakup tiga tahap yaitu pemberian penyuluhan tentang manfaat prenatal yoga, pendampingan pelatihan gerakan dasar prenatal yoga dan evaluasi capaian keberhasilan kegiatan prenatal yoga. Seluruh ibu hamil sebanyak 18 orang (100%) dapat mengulangi kembali secara mandiri gerakan dasar yang telah diajarkan pada prenatal yoga. Prenatal yoga dapat membantu wanita-wanita ini mengelola stress selama, setelah kehamilan dan sepanjang hidup
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Sridar, Dr P., and S. Palani. "ANALYSIS OF THE EFFECTS OF YOGA ON BLOOD PRESSURE AND HEART RATE IN COLLEGE ATHLETES FOCUSING ON A SINGLE SESSION." YMER Digital 21, no. 04 (April 7, 2022): 54–63. http://dx.doi.org/10.37896/ymer21.04/06.
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Background and Aims: Yoga's positive effects on human systems have been thoroughly researched in recent years. One of the most essential is the cardiovascular system, therefore would like find out more about it analysis of the effects of yoga on blood pressure and heart rate in college athletes focusing on a single yoga session. Methods and Material: Fifty-five men college athletes were selected from Government Arts and Science College (Affiliated to Bharathiar University) Modakkurichi, Erode, Tamilnadu, India. The age ranged between 21-25 years. The participants were calm physically and mentally for 15 minutes. Then the Blood pressure and Heart rate were recorded by sphygmomanometer and pulse oximeter, respectively. After that warm up session and yoga session was carried out. Yoga session included many asanas. After performing all the asanas again measurement of Blood pressure and Heart rate was done. After that 10 minutes relaxation was given and measurement of the Blood pressure and Heart rate were again done. Results: One-way repeated measure ANOVA was used to see the analysis of the effects of yoga on blood pressure and heart rate in college athletes focusing on a single yoga session within the group. Bonferroni post hoc test, used to discover which specific means differed. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 16. There was significant differences were found in SBP, DBP and HR at three time interval- Baseline, After Yoga and After Relaxation in college athletes with p<0.05 Conclusion: There were reductions in systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure and heart rate in college athletes focusing on a single yoga session at three time interval – baseline, after yoga and after relaxation.
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Rosen, Rochelle K., Herpreet Thind, Ernestine Jennings, Kate M. Guthrie, David M. Williams, and Beth C. Bock. "“Smoking Does Not Go With Yoga:” A Qualitative Study of Women's Phenomenological Perceptions During Yoga and Smoking Cessation." International Journal of Yoga Therapy 26, no. 1 (January 1, 2016): 33–41. http://dx.doi.org/10.17761/1531-2054-26.1.33.
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Introduction: Smoking cessation is often accompanied by withdrawal symptoms, cigarette craving, increased negative affect, and increased experience of stress. Because yoga has been shown to reduce stress and negative affect, it may be an effective aid to smoking cessation. The objective of this study was to examine women's phenomenological experiences of vinyasa yoga as part of a smoking cessation program. Methods: Focus groups were conducted post-intervention with women (n = 20) who participated in a pilot randomized controlled trial of yoga as a complementary therapy for smoking cessation. The 8-week vinyasa yoga intervention included twice weekly 60-minute classes that involved breathing exercises, postures (asanas), and relaxation techniques. Focus groups were audio recorded and transcribed. Thematic analysis focused on descriptions of yoga, breathing, and bodily sensations including cigarette craving. Results: Focus group participants described vinyasa yoga as physically challenging. Most reported deliberate use of yogic breathing to cope with cigarette craving and stress. Other perceived effects included relaxation and an increased sense of body awareness and wellbeing. Conclusions: Participants viewed yoga as positive and potentially helpful for quitting smoking. Yoga may be an effective adjunct for smoking cessation.
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Hendriyeni, Pradhita, and Allenidekania Allenidekania. "Intervensi Teknik Relaksasi pada Caregiver Cancer yang Mengalami Fatigue." Jurnal Keperawatan Silampari 5, no. 2 (April 10, 2022): 868–77. http://dx.doi.org/10.31539/jks.v5i2.3482.
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This study aims to determine the type of relaxation to prevent fatigue in cancer caregivers. The method used is a systematic review through the Google Scholar database, Pubmed, Sciencedirect and Proquest. The results showed that of the 1,142 articles found in the initial search, 15 articles were selected based on the title and abstract. Articles are read in full and 5 articles are selected according to predetermined criteria. The types of relaxation used in the selected articles are art therapy, yoga therapy, massage therapy and Benson relaxation. In conclusion, Benson relaxation therapy, art therapy, yoga therapy and massage therapy are effective in reducing fatigue levels in cancer caregivers.
Keywords : Cancer, Caregiver, Fatigue, Relaxation
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Arpita. "Physiological and Psychological Effects of Hatha Yoga: A Review of the Literature." International Journal of Yoga Therapy 1, no. 1-2 (January 1, 1990): 1–28. http://dx.doi.org/10.17761/ijyt.1.1-2.87hrl45870617130.
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The word "yoga" is commonly used to refer specifically to Hatha yoga stretching postures or generally to Hatha yoga programs that also include certain relaxation,breathing and meditation practices. Such programs, however, represent only certain aspects of the comprehensive system that comprises the physical, psychological,philosophical, and spiritual components of yoga. In the generic sense, yoga means the practical aspect of a philosophy, — its methods and application. More specifically, it refers to the philosophical view of the world and the individual described in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and related texts.
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Morse, Deborah. "Yoga for Asthma." International Journal of Yoga Therapy 17, no. 1 (January 1, 2007): 81–88. http://dx.doi.org/10.17761/ijyt.17.1.a4228q443v020h52.
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This article reviews relevant research on the possible benefits of Yoga interventions for individuals with asthma. Research suggests that Yoga, especially when practiced with inclusion of the whole of its traditional techniques (including âsana, prânâyâma,meditation, and relaxation) provides benefit for asthma sufferers. The article then offers suggestions for Yoga teachers and Yoga therapists who would like to develop a Yoga practice for students with asthma. Specific prânâyâma and âsana practices are described. The recommended practices will help students with asthma develop a new awareness of how physical posture and breathing techniques can minimize the frequency and severity of asthma episodes.
Dissertations / Theses on the topic "Yoga relaxation"
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Thomas, Erica M. "Yoga and breathing and relaxation techniques used during the school day and their effects on school-aged children." Thesis, Wayne State University, 2014. http://pqdtopen.proquest.com/#viewpdf?dispub=1564287.
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Physical activity during the school day is becoming more important as the health of our children stays below optimal levels. Yoga has been shown to increase physical activity levels and decrease stress. This study, guided by the Social Cognitive Theory's idea of reciprocal determinism, sought to determine the effects of a Yoga Calm® certified classroom teacher incorporating yoga poses, breathing and relaxation techniques and games into every school day. Quantitative data were analyzed using a series of paired and independent t-tests, and self-reports revealed students receiving yoga decreased scores in stress and fighting, but increased scores in anger. Qualitative data were coded for themes and revealed the student's behavior improved, in particular an increase in focus and attention, and students were less fidgety. Yoga participation and use of breathing techniques increased at home and school, particularly when nervous, afraid, to prevent fighting, decrease anger, and to calm students down.
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Garli, Jane. "MediYoga som behandling vid migrän : En pilotstudie." Thesis, Umeå universitet, Avdelningen för fysioterapi, 2020. http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:umu:diva-175515.
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Introduction: Migraine is a chronic neurological disease, partly hereditery. One non-pharmacological alternative treatment is yoga, whose effects have been investigated in a few scientific studies. No one has in a scientific studie investigated the effect of medical yoga for patients with migraine. Aim: The primary aim was to investigate if medical yoga in combination with pharmcological treatment could have an effect on headache frequency, intensity, and/or duration for patients with episodic and chronic migraine. Method: A pilot study, with SSED-design, with seven patients. Everyone had different long baselines before intervention. The intervention was a period of sex weeks of medical yoga. A headache diary with frequency, intensity and duration was conducted throughout the study period. Results: For two patients (patient two and six) the number of days with migraine reduced, effectsize (ES) 0,50 and 0,39 respectively. For four the freguence increased. The experience of pain decreased for two patients, increased for three and unchanged for one. The duration of migraine is reduced for one patient (patient seven) and increased for five. Some are improved in secondary outcome measures. Conclusion: At present, the intervention can possibly be used for patients who are similar to the individuals who had effect of the intervention and are interested in medical yoga as a self-care, but further studies are needed, as well as larger studies to be able to generalize to the migraine group.Introduktion: Migrän är en kronisk neurologisk sjukdom, delvis ärftlig. En icke farmakologisk alternativ behandling är yoga, vars effekter har undersökts i några få vetenskapliga studier, men ingen har i en vetenskaplig studie undersökt effekten av MediYoga för patienter med migrän. Syfte: Primärt syfte var att undersöka om MediYoga i tillägg till farmakologisk behandling kunde ha effekt på huvudvärksfrekvens, intensitet och/eller duration hos patienter med episodisk och kronisk migrän. Metod: Pilotstudie med SSED-upplägg, och multipel baslinjedesign med totalt sju patienter. Alla hade olika långa baslinjer innan intervention. Interventionen var sex veckors Mediyoga. Huvudvärksdagbok med frekvens, intensitet och duration fördes under hela studietiden. Rultat: För två patienter (patient två och sex) minskade antalet dagar med migrän, effektstorlek (ES) 0,50 respektive 0,39. För fyra ökade frekvensen. Upplevelsen av smärta minskade för två patienter, och ökade för tre samt oförändrad för en. Durationen av migrän minskade för en patient (patient sju) och ökade för fem. Några förbättrades i sekundära utfallsmått. Slutsats: I dagsläget kan interventionen möjligen nyttjas för enstaka patienter som liknar de individer som haft effekt av interventionen och är intresserade av MediYoga som egenvård, men det behövs ytterligare, samt större studier för att kunna generalisera till gruppen migräniker.
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Portes, Barroso Claudia Cristina. "La experiencia de un programa de yoga y meditación para estudiantes de primaria con TDAH." Doctoral thesis, Universitat de Barcelona, 2018. http://hdl.handle.net/10803/665927.
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La finalidad de esta investigación es presentar el diseño, la aplicación y la evaluación de un programa de yoga para niños de tercero de primaria puesta la mirada en los alumnos con TDAH (Trastorno por Déficit de Atención e Hiperactividad), explorando sus experiencias personales con respecto a dicho programa. Algunas de las características del estilo de vida de la sociedad actual son los constantes estímulos, la aceleración y el uso intensivo de dispositivos electrónicos para el entretenimiento y la comunicación, que pueden ocasionar que un gran número de personas estén distraídas o viviendo bajo estrés constante o tengan baja tolerancia al aburrimiento. Lo anterior forma parte de la vida cotidiana de los niños y sus consecuencias también pueden tener un impacto negativo en la población infantil. Se ve poco probable que esta situación mejore si a los niños no se les proporcionan espacios de introspección y de reflexión. Por ello, se detecta la necesidad de proporcionar a los niños espacios de silencio e introspección para contribuir a su desarrollo personal desde el ámbito escolar. Teniendo en cuenta otro aspecto de la realidad social actual, esta investigación se centra en el TDAH. La literatura ayuda a contextualizar su relevancia debido a que afecta a entre un 5% y un 10% de niños y jóvenes en edad escolar de la población mundial. En España la prevalencia se estima en un 6,8% para niños y adolescentes. Uno de los tratamientos para el TDAH es el tratamiento multimodal siendo nuestra propuesta intervenir pedagógicamente con un programa de yoga en la escuela como parte de un tratamiento multimodal o integral con la finalidad que los niños puedan desarrollar su máximo potencial. El programa de yoga es una intervención psicoeducativa con enfoque inclusivo y de naturaleza secular que se aplica dentro del currículo escolar. Las novedades de éste son su visión inclusiva y el propósito de las meditaciones. Estas meditaciones tienen el objetivo de promover la atención en los niños, especialmente en los niños con TDAH. La intervención, clase de yoga y meditación, es de 15 minutos dos veces por semana, durante 16 semanas. Los participantes son 125 alumnos de tercero de primaria, seis de ellos tienen diagnóstico de TDAH, que asisten a un centro educativo en Barcelona. Se evalúa la intervención a través de una investigación evaluativa participativa que nos permite explorar y valorar las experiencias personales de los niños con respecto a dicho programa para conocer cómo puede ser el yoga una herramienta válida y efectiva para ellos. Se seleccionan distintas técnicas de recogida de información tanto cualitativas como cuantitativas, tales como, observación participativa, entrevistas, grupos de discusión, cuestionarios de preguntas abiertas y un instrumento de medición de las aptitudes perceptivas y atencionales (test CARAS). Una vez realizado el análisis de la información en relación con los objetivos del estudio los resultados indican que los niños participantes han experimentado estados de relajación y tranquilidad a lo largo del programa. Algunos de ellos expresan que han utilizado los ejercicios de yoga en situaciones dentro y fuera del entorno escolar. Los resultados del test CARAS muestran aumento en la capacidad atencional promedio en los cinco grupos de tercero de primaria participantes, cuatro de los seis niños con TDAH incrementaron su capacidad de atención, al comparar los resultados antes y después de la intervención. La evidencia sugiere que la aplicación del programa de yoga es viable en el ámbito escolar y puede promover el bienestar y la capacidad de atención en los niños de primaria. Por último, se señalan las limitaciones y las recomendaciones para futuras investigaciones.The purpose of this research is to present the design, implementation and evaluation of a yoga program for children in third grade, looking at students with ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder) and exploring the personal experiences of children with respect to said program. The yoga program is a psychoeducational intervention with an inclusive approach and of a secular nature to be applied within the school curriculum. This program presents an inclusive vision with meditations that are intended to strengthen attention in children, especially in children with ADHD. The intervention, yoga and meditation class is 15 minutes twice a week session for 16 weeks. Participants include 125 third grade students, six of them with ADHD diagnosis, attending an elementary school in Barcelona. We used a participatory evaluation (PE) methodology, using a combination of participant observation, interviews, discussion groups, open-ended questionnaires, to explore the experiences and perceptions of students and teachers. And self-report attention test (CARAS) is administered to children before and after the intervention. Results of this study provide evidence that the 3rd grade students participating have experienced states of relaxation and calm throughout the program and have been able to share their perceptions and experiences during the classes. Some of them conveyed that they were able to transfer those techniques to situations in and outside of the school environment. The results of the CARAS test have also shown a group average increase in attention capacity in the five groups of third grade participants, four of the six of children with ADD-ADHD increase their attention capacity at the end of the program. These findings suggest that implementation of yoga is acceptable and feasible in elementary school setting and has the potential of enhancing attention and promoting well-being in children. Limitations and suggestions for future research are discussed.
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Simões, Roberto Serafim. "O papel dos Klesas no contexto moderno do Ioga no Brasil: uma investigação sobre os possíveis deslocamentos da causa do mal e da produção de novos bens de salvação por meio da fisiologia biomédica ocidental." Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo, 2015. https://tede2.pucsp.br/handle/handle/1960.
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The ancient yoga period emerges amid a stratified Indian society and influenced by religions like samkhya and the Brahmanical Hinduism if systematizing it as an orthodox Hindu darśana through ancient scripture Yoga Sutras (IS) some centuries before the Christian era. The IS explains both the causes of human suffering and the promise of a good yogi life, based on the behavioral theory of klesas (attachment, aversion, fear of death, pride and ignorance) as adverse spiritual evolution. An eightfold path or asthanga yoga (AI) is built-from it as the yogic proposal for salvation of the soul. The AI aims, through ethical conduct, practices corporal rituals and mystical experience of samadhi mitigate klesas seeking union with God/Isvara. On average Indian age, between X-XV centuries AD, this system of yogic beliefs is the Tantric religiosity, Jain and Buddhist raising the body's value over the other doctrinal aspects of IS. The modern phase of yoga, however, is being erected under the influence of a new social - religious context . Currently, more than Brahmins and swamis , yoga seeks its legitimacy as spiritual path under the aegis of scientific rationality and new religious movements in the West . In this process , the yoga reframes its mystical language circulating among ashrams and Indian forests of ancient and medieval times to an audience facing the stressful challenges of living in large Western cities, above all, a society of consumption, secular and privatized religiously. It is known that nowadays the yoga reframes its metaphysical physiology in the light of biomedical science , I suspect that the theory of klesas , may be going through a religious reform as well. In order to understand these possible soteriological transformation of the current yoga, I led 13 semi-structured interviews with ten way yogis and three Brazilian scientists psychobiological area investigating the yogic system acts as therapy and healing. The data revealed a cleavage perception in the modern yoga, between belonging to a therapeutic New Age or more a Western biomedical technique. From this juncture new beliefs emerged to legitimize the discourse yoga against the socialreligious situation in which it now lives. More than just symbolic reframing, modern yogic soteriology is passed today by a salvific transformation process. The main changes that stood out are: 1) the elevation of design stress level of klesa or spiritual obstacle; and 2) the relaxation antagonistic to stress-klesa, achievement mystical nature of samadhi; and 3) consequently, salvation/liberation of klesas-stress acquire substance "empirical" an unchanging spiritual state of no stress or a kind of "divine homeostasis." It is concluded that scientific rationality rather than promote religious yoga disenchantment, it legitimizes it as a new system of beliefs and produces new goods of salvation (stress-klesa, relaxation-samadhi and homeostasis-kaivalya) . The association of the health benefits of yoga practices defended and propagated by biomedical physiology associated with the restlessness of the western urban centers , may have weakened the behavioral theory of klesas as essential cause of human suffering
O período antigo do ioga emerge em meio a uma sociedade indiana estratificada e influenciado por religiões como o samkhya e o hinduísmo bramânico, sistematizando-se como um dársana ortodoxo hinduísta por meio da escritura antiga Ioga Sutras (IS) alguns séculos antes de era cristã. O IS explica tanto as causas do sofrimento humano quanto a promessa de uma boa vida iogue, baseando-se na teoria comportamental dos klesas (apego, aversão, medo da morte, orgulho e ignorância) como nefastos a evolução espiritual. Um caminho óctuplo ou asthanga ioga (AI) edifica-se a partir dele como a proposta ioguica de salvação da alma. O AI visa, por meio de condutas éticas, práticas rituais corporais e a experiência mística do samadhi atenuar os klesas em busca da união com deus/Isvara. Na idade média indiano, entre os séculos X-XV d.C., esse sistema de crenças ioguico encontra a religiosidade tântrica, jainista e budista elevando o valor do corpo em detrimento a outros aspectos doutrinais do IS. A fase moderna do ioga, no entanto, está sendo erigida por influência de um novo contexto social-religioso. Atualmente, muito mais do que brâmanes e swamis, o ioga busca a sua legitimidade como caminho espiritual sob a égide da racionalidade científica e de novos movimentos religiosos do ocidente. Nesse processo, o ioga ressignifica a sua linguagem mística que circulava entre os ashrams e florestas indianos dos tempos antigo e medieval, para um público que enfrenta os desafios estressantes de se viver nos grandes centros urbanos ocidentais, sobretudo, uma sociedade do consumo, secular e privatizada religiosamente. Sabe-se que nos tempos atuais o ioga ressignifica a sua fisiologia metafísica à luz da ciência biomédica, desconfio que a teoria dos klesas, pode estar passando por uma reforma religiosa também. Para buscar compreender essas possíveis transformações soteriológicas do ioga atual, saí a campo e conduzi de forma semiestruturada entrevistas com dez iogues e três cientistas brasileiros da área psicobiológica que investigam o sistema de atos ioguicos como terapia e cura. Os dados revelaram uma percepção de clivagem no ioga moderno, entre pertencer a uma terapêutica Nova Era ou mais uma técnica biomédica ocidental. A partir dessa conjuntura novas crenças despontaram para legitimar o discurso do ioga frente ao panorama social-religioso em que ele vive atualmente. Mais do que simples ressignificação simbólica, a soteriologia ioguica moderna está passado hoje por um processo de transformação soteriológica. As principais transformações que se destacaram, estão: 1) na elevação da concepção de estresse ao nível de klesa ou obstáculo espiritual; e 2) o relaxamento, antagônico ao estresse-klesa, conquista natureza mística do samadhi; e 3) por consequência, a salvação/libertação dos klesasestresse adquiri substância empírica de um estado espiritual imutável de não-estresse ou de uma espécie de homeostase divina . Conclui-se que a racionalidade científica ao invés de promover o desencantamento religioso do ioga, legitima-o como um novo sistema de crenças e produz novos bens de salvação (estresse-klesa, relaxamento-samadhi e homeostasekaivalya). A associação dos benefícios para a saúde das práticas do ioga defendidos e propalados pela fisiologia biomédica associado ao desassossego dos centros urbanos ocidentais, pode ter enfraquecido a teoria comportamental dos klesas como causa essencial do sofrimento humano
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Meireles, Silvia Martins. "Estudo dos efeitos da prática de ioga na variabilidade da freqüência cardíaca e na freqüência respiratória." Universidade de São Paulo, 2005. http://www.teses.usp.br/teses/disponiveis/39/39132/tde-16112006-062124/.
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O objetivo deste estudo é avaliar os efeitos da prática da ioga na freqüência cardíaca, na variabilidade da freqüência cardíaca e na freqüência respiratória. Foram estudados praticantes de ioga (IOGA, n = 8) e não praticantes controles (CT, n = 8) com idade entre 30 e 45 anos. Dois sub-grupos de quatro indivíduos cada, com atividade física regular foram também comparados (IOGAativ e CTativ). Os participantes realizaram prática de asanas (IOGA) ou simulação (CT) precedidos e sucedidos por relaxamento, sendo registrados (20 min) o eletrocardiograma e respirograma antes e após os asanas ou simulação. A freqüência cardíaca foi menor no grupo IOGA comparado ao CT (58,9 ± 6,6 e 64,3 ± 5,6 bpm) e no grupo IOGAativ comparado ao CTativ (55,0 ± 3,6 e 63,2 ± 5,5 bpm). Não foram encontradas diferenças na freqüência respiratória. O intervalo de pulso (IP) foi maior no grupo IOGA (1036,0 ± 111,2 ms) comparado ao CT (943,9 ± 85,3 ms) e IOGAativ (1101,6 ± 72,6 ms) comparado ao CTativ (957,8 ± 92,6 ms). Também o desvio padrão do IP foi maior no grupo IOGA (68,8 ± 22,8 ms) comparado ao CT (51,1 ± 21,7 ms) e grupo IOGAativ (77,8 ± 14,1 ms) comparado ao CTativ (41,5 ± 17,8 ms). A potência espectral do IP foi maior no grupo IOGAativ comparada ao CTativ na faixa de muito baixa freqüência (2157,3 ± 1159,4 vs. 876,0 ± 989,4 ms2) e maior nas faixas de baixa (1523,7 ± 964,6 vs. 494,7 ± 417,1 ms2) e alta freqüências (1684,4 ± 847,9 vs. 462,6 ± 375,1 ms2) comparando-se os valores obtidos após os asanas ou simulação. Os resultados sugerem que a combinação de exercícios físicos e ioga pode aumentar os benefícios destes à saúde.The objective of this work is to evaluate the effects of yoga practice in heart rate (HR), HR variability and respiratory rate using spectral analysis. We compared yoga students (IOGA, n = 8) with non-practicing controls (CT, n = 8), between 30 and 45 years of age. These groups were subdivided in two subgroups (n = 4) having regular practice of physical activities besides yoga (IOGAactiv and CTactiv). The participants practiced the yoga asanas (IOGA) or physical simulation (CT) preceded and succeeded by relaxation, after which the electrocardiogram and respirogram was recorded for 20 min. Heart rate was lower in IOGA when compared to CT (58,9 ± 6,6 vs. 64,3 ± 5,6 bpm) and in IOGAactiv compared to CTactiv (55,0 ± 3,6 vs. 63,2 ± 5,5 bpm). No diferences in respiratory rate were found between groups. Pulse interval (PI) was higher in IOGA when compared to CT (1036,0 ± 111,2 vs. 943,9 ± 85,3 ms) and IOGAactiv compared to CTactiv (1101,6 ± 72,6 vs. 957,8 ± 92,6 ms). Standard deviation of pulse interval was greater in IOGA when compared to CT (68,8 ± 22,8 vs. 51,1 ± xix 21,7 ms) and IOGAactiv compared to CTactiv (77,8 ± 14,1 vs. 41,5 ± 17,8 ms). The spectral power of the PI was higher in the IOGAactiv group in relation to the CTactiv in the bands of very low (2157,3 ± 1159,4 vs. 876,0 ± 989,4 ms2) and in the band of low (1523,7 ± 964,6 vs. 494,7 ± 417,1 ms2) and high frequency (1684,4 ± 847,9 vs. 462,6 ± 375,1 ms2) after the practice of yoga asanas. These results suggest that combination of physical exercises and yoga may increase their healthy benefits.
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AFSHARIPOUR, BABAK. "Estimation of load sharing among muscles acting on the same joint and Applications of surface electromyography." Doctoral thesis, Politecnico di Torino, 2014. http://hdl.handle.net/11583/2535698.
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The force produced by a specific muscle cannot be measured and what is measured is the total force provided by all the active muscles acting on a joint, including agonists and antagonists. The first part of this work (chapter 3) addresses the issue of load sharing by proposing two possible approaches and testing them. The second part (chapter 4 and 5) addresses two applications of surface EMG focusing on the study of a) muscle relaxation associated to Yoga sessions and b) the activation of muscle of the back and shoulder of musicians playing string instruments (violin, viola and cello).
In both parts the element of innovation is the use of two dimensional electrode arrays and of techniques based on EMG Imaging. The objectives of this work are presented and explained in chapter 1 while the basic concepts of surface EMG are summarized in chapter 2. Different EMG-based muscle force models found in the literature are explained and discussed.
Two renowned amplitude indicators in surface EMG (sEMG) studies are the average rectified value (ARV) and the root mean square (RMS). These two amplitude indicators are computed over a defined time window of the recorded signals to represent the muscle activity. The advantages and disadvantages of RMS and ARV are compared and discussed for a simple sinusoid as well as for more complex signals (simulated motor unit action potential detected by high density electrode grid). The results show that RMS is more robust to the sampling frequency than ARV.
In this thesis, starting from the simulation of a single fiber and of a group of fibers (motor unit), it is shown that inter electrode distance (IED) greater than10 mm causes aliasing. Aliasing is a source of error in sEMG map interpretation or decisions that are made by automatic algorithms such as those providing image segmentation for the identifications of regions of interest.
Chapter 2 discusses three segmentation algorithms (K-means, h-dome, watershed) and compares them in order to find the most suitable method. Results reveal that among the three mentioned algorithms, watershed provides most accurate segmentation for the simulated ARV maps.
Chapter 3 presents a mathematical model that is associated to the monotonic Force-EMG relation. A possible non-linear relationship between the EMG and force or torque is presented.
A system of "M" equations is obtained by performing "M" measurements at "M" different force levels in isometric conditions. The solutions of such system of equations are the values for each muscles. Two different approaches were investigated for finding the solutions of the system, which are: a) Analytical-Graphical Approach (AGA) and b) Numerical Approach (NA) consisting of error minimization (between the total estimated and measured force) applying optimization algorithms.
The AGA was used to find the model parameters of each muscle contributing to the force production on a joint by finding the intersection of those surfaces that can be obtained from sequential substitutions of the model parameters in the equations corresponding to each contraction level. In simulation studies, the AGA graphically shows that there is more than one solution to the load sharing problem even for the simplest theoretical case (i.e. a joint spanned by only two muscles). The second approach, based on minimization of the mean square error between the measured and the total estimated force or torque (with "N" muscles involved) provides an estimate of the model parameters that in turn provides the force contributions of the individual muscles. The optimization algorithms can find the solutions of our system made of non-linear equations (see chapter 3). Starting from different point (initial conditions), different solutions can be found, as predicted by the AGA approach for the two-muscle case. The main conclusion of this study is that the load sharing strategy is not unique.
Chapter 4 discusses the application of surface electromyography to a single case study of Yoga relaxation to show the feasibility of measurements. The effect of yoga relaxation on muscle activity (sEMG amplitude), as well as on mean and median frequencies and muscle fiber's conduction Velocity, is discussed in this chapter. No changes in the sEMG activity pattern distribution were found for the same task performed before and after applying yoga relaxation technique. However, myoelectric manifestations of fatigue were smaller after relaxation and returned to the normal pattern after the recovery phase from relaxation. Further studies are justified.
Chapter 5 describes results and discusses the spatial distribution of muscle activity over the Trapezius and Erector Spinae muscles of musicians playing string instruments. In chapter 5, the effect of backrest support in sitting position during playing cello, viola, and violin on the muscle activity index of upper and lower Trapezius muscle of the bowing arm, upper Trapezius muscle of non-bowing arm, left and right Erector Spinae muscles is investigated. Two professional players (one cello and one viola) and five student players (one cello, three violin and one viola) participated in this study. The muscle activity index (MAI) was defined as the spatial average of RMS values of the muscle active region detected by watershed segmentation for Trapezius muscles (left and right), and thresholding technique (70% of the maximum value) for left and right Erector Spinae muscles. It was found that the MAI is string (note) dependent. Statistical difference (p < 0:05) between the MAIs of left Erector Spinae muscle during playing with and without backrest support was observed in four (out of five) student players. No statistical differences were observed on the muscle activity of Trapezius (bowing and no-bowing arms) during playing with and without backrest support in different types of bowing for all musicians.
In conclusion, this work addresses a) the issue of spatial sampling and segmentation of sEMG using 2D electrode arrays, b) two possible approaches to the load-sharing issue, c) a single-case study of Yoga relaxation and d) the distribution of muscle activity above the Trapezius and Erector Spinae muscles of musicians playing string instruments. Previously unavailable knowledge has been achieved in all these four studies.
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BENEŠOVÁ, Michaela. "Relaxace ve volném čase." Master's thesis, 2009. http://www.nusl.cz/ntk/nusl-49545.
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Thesis deals with relaxing leisure. In the first circuit, I define nations of the way life, lifestyle, leisure and recreation. Then I build on the types of relaxation techniques, which are a large number. I chose the best known and most: autogenous training, progressive relaxation, breathing exercises, meditation and yoga. Most yoga I pay because it´s in today´s modern society widespread. Here is what is referred to yoga, what are the systems of yoga, its meaning, what is the aim of yoga and how yoga can work on health. The last chapter describes the selection of appropriate relaxation techniques, problem which may occur during relaxation
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Štičková, Zuzana. "Ovlivnění svalového napětí pomocí jógové relaxace." Master's thesis, 2015. http://www.nusl.cz/ntk/nusl-340937.
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Title: The effect of yogic relaxation on muscle tone Objectives: The aim of this thesis is to present a technique of yogic relaxation, yoga nidra, as one of the possible methods for releasing mental and physical tension. The aim of the practical part of this thesis is to evaluate the effect of yoga nidra on muscle tone. Methods: The practical part of this thesis is a pilot study with six participants. For objective assessment of muscle tone the method of myotonometry was used. M. soleus was selected as the muscle to be measured. First, the original muscle tone of m. soleus on the dominant lower limb of the participants was measured. Then the group of participants was instructed about the practice of yoga nidra and was asked to practice it every day in the following 14 days at home using a given audio recording. After the two-week training, the muscle tone of m. soleus was measured again in order to determine the long-term effect of yoga nidra on muscle tone. Finally, the participants participated in a group lesson of yoga nidra guided by a yoga teacher. Then, the muscle tone of m. soleus was measured again in order to determine the instant effect of yoga nidra on muscle tone. Results: After the two-week training of yoga nidra the research found a decrease in muscle tone of m. soleus in 5 out of 6...
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ČERNÝ, Kamil. "Analýza a projekce výchovy ke zdraví ve sportovním tréninku hokejistů." Master's thesis, 2013. http://www.nusl.cz/ntk/nusl-152870.
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This thesis examines the impact of psycho-training based on yoga techniques in sports training of young ice hockey players. The psycho-training was aimed to develop the attention, the concentration, to improve self-confidence and psychical resilience and finally to master relaxation techniques. The intervention program of psycho-training "Intensity" (ČERNÝ, KREJČÍ, 2012) was realized within a one week season training camp. The study group consisted of 12 hockey players of ice hockey club Tabor. All volunteered players who intended to this intervention were approximately 16 years old. The participants passed through the psychological input tests before the start of study program. Psycho-training consisted of 7 sessions, each lasting 80 minutes. The education took place before training on the ice during the morning. After completion of the intervention program the participants passed through the output psychological tests. The acquired data were compared and statistically validated. The results confirmed the hypothesis. Psycho-training program "Intensity" was recommended for education of coaches of young players youth with applications in-season training camp.
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Korbelářová, Jitka. "Specifika školní edukace žáků s lehkým mentálním postižením v hodinách tělesné výchovy s možností využití prvků jógy." Master's thesis, 2016. http://www.nusl.cz/ntk/nusl-344935.
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The thesis focuses on the issue of education of pupils with the slight mental disabilities in physical education classes, taking into account the possibility to implement elements of yoga and relaxation and its later influence on the pupils. In the theoretical section, the goal is to analyze the groundwork of term base for the quantitative research, examine the expression of a light mental disability, and engage with the physical education and concepts of yoga and relaxation. The empirical section focuses on development of the methodical resources for the teacher and subsequent assessment in the elementary school's enviroment. KEYWORDS Education, mental disability, light mental disability, yoga, relaxation, motorics
Books on the topic "Yoga relaxation"
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Relaxation and yoga. New York, NY: Children's Press, 2017.
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Yoganap: Restorative poses for deep relaxation. New York, NY: Marlow, 2005.
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Classic yoga. London: Hamlyn, 1996.
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Classic yoga. New York: Sterling Pub. Co., 1998.
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Kajiah, Jacobs, and Xu Jieming, eds. Jing yu jia: Jian ya, zhu mian, kang suan tong 3 fen zhong liao yu fa. Taibei Shi: Shi zhou wen hua shi ye gu fen you xian gong si, 2006.
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Yoga: Relaxation, postures & daily routines. London: Flame Tree Publishing, 2003.
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Witt, Carolinda. T5T: The five Tibetan exercise rites. Camberwell, Vic: Penguin, 2005.
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Pransky, Jillian. Deep listening: A healing practice to calm your body, clear your mind, and open your heart. [Emmaus, PA]: Rodale, 2017.
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Monro, Robin. Relaxation using yoga and t'ai chi. Cambridge: Daniels, 1991.
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Nath, Shambhu. Stress management through Yoga and meditation. New Delhi: Sterling Paperbacks, 1992.
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Servant, Dominique. "Le yoga." In Relaxation et Méditation, 79–92. Elsevier, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/b978-2-294-77182-8.00010-6.
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Dongaonkar, Dayanand. "Relaxation." In Yoga Application for Low Back Pain, 80. Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers (P) Ltd., 2013. http://dx.doi.org/10.5005/jp/books/11790_15.
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Servant, Dominique. "Textes des exercices de yoga." In Relaxation et Méditation, e37-e44. Elsevier, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/b978-2-294-77182-8.00049-0.
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Gulati, Kankan, Praerna H. Bhargav, Shalu Elizabeth Abraham, and Hemant Bhargav. "Yoga." In Handbook of Research on Evidence-Based Perspectives on the Psychophysiology of Yoga and Its Applications, 361–90. IGI Global, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.4018/978-1-7998-3254-6.ch021.
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Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a neurodevelopmental disorder, manifests as impairment in social communication an interaction with restrictive and repetitive patterns of behaviour. Yoga therapy, a mind-body intervention, employs a multi-dimensional approach to reduce psychological distress and bring balance and harmony at the levels of body, breath and mind through physical postures, breathing practices, chanting, and relaxation techniques, respectively, thus enhancing overall well-being. Various yoga studies have shown promise in improving symptoms of ASD by improvement in sensory processing, gross motor skills, balance and coordination, cognition, imitation skills, and the ability to connect in relationships. This chapter aims to provide an overview of the potential role of Yoga therapy in the management of ASDs with emphasis on future standardized yoga trials with robust methodology and long-term follow-ups to establish the clinical utility of Yoga therapy for the same. Also, a tentative yoga lifestyle module for ASD with necessary contra-indications and practical tips has been provided.
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"Yoga for Relaxation and Concentration." In Suggestopedia and Language, 108–17. Routledge, 2005. http://dx.doi.org/10.4324/9780203985557-14.
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Lafer, Eileen M., Margaret McCuiston, and Ann Swanson. "Yoga Therapy." In Handbook of Research on Evidence-Based Perspectives on the Psychophysiology of Yoga and Its Applications, 159–78. IGI Global, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.4018/978-1-7998-3254-6.ch010.
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This chapter reviews the evidence supporting the efficacy of yoga therapy for wellness, and as an adjunct to standard care for a number of chronic conditions. The underlying mechanisms are explored, including the physiological and biochemical changes that have been observed in yoga practitioners. Yoga has been found to activate the relaxation response—a physiological state which reduces stress on bodily systems. Yoga leads to changes in gene expression, including decreases in the expression of genes involved in stress and inflammation. The positive effects of yoga therapy are interpreted through the lens of the biopsychosocial-spiritual model, which cultivates eudaimonic well-being and salutogenesis. Researchers attribute a wide range of yoga's therapeutic benefits largely to its whole-person approach to well-being.
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Sridhar, GR. "Yoga and Relaxation Techniques in Diabetes Mellitus." In RSSDI Textbook of Diabetes Mellitus, 521. Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers (P) Ltd., 2014. http://dx.doi.org/10.5005/jp/books/12626_34.
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Pont, Antonia. "Relaxation: That Unnatural Effort." In A Philosophy of Practising, 138–71. Edinburgh University Press, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.3366/edinburgh/9781474490467.003.0005.
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This chapter takes up the third criterion of practising as the ‘hinge’ moment that most clearly distinguishes habit from practising: relaxation. Offering many accessible examples of how relaxation works, as well as a clear definition, this chapter frames relaxation as an effort that is unnatural since it involves refraining from automatically exerting spontaneous or ‘natural’ effort. It discusses intention in relation to effort, as well as linking relaxation to the Bergsonian schema discussed in Chapter 3, and a state of reminiscence. There is an exploration of what constitutes ‘sensing’ in the practice vocabulary of yoga, and the relation between Deleuzian ‘thought’ and the sensed. There is a discussion of the role of suitable spaces for relaxation experiments, such as retreats, and the notion of resting, culturally and methodologically.
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Newcombe, Suzanne. "The Self-Taught Yogis, Adult Education and the Wheel of Yoga." In Yoga in Britain: Stretching Spirituality and Educating Yogis, 40–74. Equinox Publishing, 2019. http://dx.doi.org/10.1558/equinox.33787.
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This chapter focuses further on the nature of autodidactic traditions of yoga in the early twentieth century including the role of physical culture journals such as Health & Strength, as well as the postal courses on Yogism offered by Desmond Dune from his ‘World Headquarters’ in Surrey. It goes on to consider the world of adult education in Britain and how the founder of the British Wheel of yoga, Wilfred Clark was a product of this tradition. Wilfred Clark went on to establish a network of self-educated yoga teachers prepared to popularize yoga in adult education venues across the country. Clark and early Wheel members argued that yoga should be taught primarily in philosophy departments, and should consist of philosophical lectures, breathing exercises, postures, meditation and relaxation. The yoga enthusiasts and practitioners of this environment formed distinctive (if often idiosyncratic) assumptions about the nature and purpose of yoga.
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Newcombe, Suzanne. "Diversity of Practice and Practitioners." In Yoga in Britain: Stretching Spirituality and Educating Yogis, 228–57. Equinox Publishing, 2019. http://dx.doi.org/10.1558/equinox.33793.
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This chapter consists of a thematic exploration of the motivations of yoga practitioners in twentieth century Britain, drawing on primary source literature and over thirty oral-history interviews. The most popular reasons for practicing yoga related to experiences of greater integration, relaxation and concentration. The emphasis was on experiences of greater personal health and happiness. These motivations were usually, but not always, separate from any specific theological beliefs. However, many practitioners did experience their involvement with yoga as ‘more than physical’ and some became associated with specific theological expressions of yoga. The chapter argues that spiritual beliefs were seen as a private, personal concern and the public education context of yoga de-emphasized the religious message. Therefore, a presentation of yoga developed in twentieth century Britain that allowed for a diversity of private interpretation, within an expectation of secular public pedagogy.
Conference papers on the topic "Yoga relaxation"
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Amita, Migita Vidia, and Sri Ratnaningsih. "Experience on Prenatal Gentle Yoga Exercise during Pregnancy: A Scoping Review." In The 7th International Conference on Public Health 2020. Masters Program in Public Health, Universitas Sebelas Maret, 2020. http://dx.doi.org/10.26911/the7thicph.03.74.
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ABSTRACT Background: The accelerated pace of physical and psychological changes during pregnancy can cause discomfort for pregnant women. Several studies claimed that maternal stress, depression, and anxiety level have a negative impact on birth outcomes. Yoga is a well-known exercise for emotional relaxation therapy. This study aimed to investigate the benefits of prenatal yoga exercise during pregnancy. Subjects and Method: A scoping review method was conducted in eight stages including (1) Identification of study problems; (2) Determining priority problem and study question; (3) Determining framework; (4) Literature searching; (5) Article selection; (6) Critical appraisal; (7) Data extraction; and (8) Mapping. The search included Willey Online library, PubMed, and ScienceDirect databases. The inclusion criteria were English-language, full-text, and free access articles published between 2009 and 2019. The selected articles were appraised by Joanna Briggs Institute Critical Appraisal tools. The data were reported by the PRISMA flow chart. Results: A total of 2,232 articles obtained from the search database, in which 2,093 articles were irrelevant, 95 duplicates, and 24 articles unmet inclusion criteria were excluded. Based on the selected 20 articles, eleven articles obtained A grade, and nine articles obtained B grade with quantitative (RCT, quasi-experiment, cross-sectional) and qualitative (focus group discussion) study designs. For main thematic findings reviewed were physical, psychological, labor process, and fetal benefits of prenatal gentle yoga exercise during pregnancy. Conclusion: Prenatal gentle yoga exercise has benefits for both mother and fetus, especially the psychological well-being of mothers by reducing stress and anxiety. Active participation of husbands is required to enhance the effectiveness of prenatal yoga. Keywords: prenatal gentle yoga, pregnancy, benefit Correspondence: Migita Vidia Amita. Faculty of Public Health, Universitas ‘Aisyiyah Yogyakarta. Jl. Siliwangi (Ring Road Barat) No. 63 Mlangi, Nogotirto, Gamping, Sleman, Yogyakarta, 55292. Email: gitamigita16@gmail.com. Mobile: +6281466841970. DOI: https://doi.org/10.26911/the7thicph.03.74
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Fitriani, Desi, Yuni Kusmiyati, and Lucky Herawati. "Effect of Yoga Relaxation Exercise using Android Application on Dysmenorrhea among Female Adolescents in Yogyakarta." In The 5th International Conference on Public Health 2019. Masters Program in Public Health, Universitas Sebelas Maret, 2019. http://dx.doi.org/10.26911/theicph.2019.03.04.
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