Synonyms in a broader sense
Relaxation techniques, Hatha – Yoga, Yoga, Iyengar – Yoga, physical and mental relaxation, stress management, relaxation and breathing techniques, deep relaxation, quick relaxation, meditation, ADHD, ADHD, positive self-influence, lack of concentration
Definition and description
Yoga is a very old relaxation technique, whose roots are first in India and therefore religiously found in the area of Hinduism, partly also Buddhism. While yoga was still quite spiritual at that time, many different directions, the so-called yoga schools, developed over time. Yoga itself is regarded as a part of the Indian medicine, called Ayurveda (= “wisdom of life”), which is the oldest (approx.
4000 years) to date “current” health teaching. Even today there are different forms of Yoga, so that Yoga can be practiced independent of religion and own world view. Due to its relaxing quality, yoga can increase well-being by reducing stress.
Yoga is a relaxation technique that originated in India and can now be learned and practiced regardless of religion and belief. Yoga is a holistic relaxation concept, based on the interaction of body, mind and soul. A fundamental distinction must be made between yoga variants that are more body-centered and more meditative variants.
Especially with regard to the more physically oriented variants, it must be said that some variants are not suitable for beginners, because they stretch the muscles, tendons and ligaments very strongly or put a lot of strain on the back and knee joint. This includes for example the so-called Iyengar – Yoga. It is recommended to start with a gentler form of yoga and to make sure that beginner classes are taken. In principle, yoga should fit into the various therapy plans, for example those for ADD or ADHD. Ask the treating therapist for suitable forms.
Hatha Yoga
Hatha Yoga is a more physically oriented version of Yoga, which tries to combine relaxation and movement through different components. Hatha Yoga is classically part of the Hatha – Yoga: Asanas (= postures) aim at strengthening muscles in a gentle way. Each asana must be performed for a certain period of time, as it is assumed that only in this way can the life energy flow again without blockage.
The asanas are supported by specific breathing exercises, because according to Indian healing teachings, breathing not only causes the supply of oxygen, but also ensures a specific and continuous absorption of vital energy. Based on the assumption that too much stress results in too little vital energy being absorbed, targeted breathing techniques are used to counteract the stress phenomenon. Classically, at the end of a Hatha Yoga training, a quarter of an hour deep relaxation takes place (can vary in time), which aims to reduce stress factors, to establish inner peace and to strengthen the immune system.
- Certain postures, called asanas
- Certain breathing exercises, called pranayamas
- A form of deep relaxation
