Newsletter March, 2018
In this issue:
Sun Salutation with Lizard Pose
 Lizard pose (uttana-prishthasana)-1
Enjoy this blog post (with video) wherein I am presenting the sequence of three rounds of Sun Salutation with the Lizard pose (uttana-prishthasana) integrated into the second round. The Lizard pose is great for opening the hips and stretching and strengthening the hamstrings, inner thighs, the pelvic area and the spine.
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Five Pranas
 Five Pranas
The word "prana" (prāṇa - प्राण) is derived from the Sanskrit root word "an" (अन्) with the prefix "pra" added. "an" means to breathe. When we add the prefix "pra" then prana assumes a much broader meaning in addition to simply the breath. Prana can mean the cosmic life force or the individual vital life energy. It is the life force or the life principle that keeps us "alive". In many parts of India, when a person dies, the statement made is "prana left the person's body" and the implication is that the person is dead. At the time of death some of the organs in the body like the liver, kidney, eyes etc. may still be functional. In fact, that is how organ transplant is done from a cadaver. The only reason these organs are of no use in the body is because there is no prana in the body. In a different body where the prana is still there, this organ can replace the damaged organ and resume normal function.
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Upcoming Programs
Understanding the Mind to eliminate Stress
- What: An Introduction to the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
- When: Third Saturday of the month
- Next Session: Saturday, March 17, 2018
- TIME: 2:30 - 4:30 PM
- LOCATION: 4000 Bearcat Way, Suite 102, Morrisville, NC 27560
- FEE: by voluntary donation
- To register: please fill out the registration form (if you have filled the form recently, send me an email to register)
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Surya Namaskar yogathon at HSNC, Sat, March 10
 Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation) I invite you to join us for this memorable yoga event where we will practice 108 rounds of Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutations). Surya Namaskar, practiced to the accompaniment of beautifully chanted mantras, will not only invigorate and energize you but also lead you into a state of deep meditation.
- Event: Surya Namaskar Yogathon (108 rounds of Sun Salutations)
- Location: Hindu Temple (HSNC), main Cultural Hall, 309 Aviation Parkway, Morrisville, NC 27560; temple phone: (919) 481-2574
- When: Saturday, March 10, 2018
- Time: 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM (on-site registration starts at 6:30 AM)
- Program Fee (donation to the temple - includes veggie lunch): $20 with pre-registration or $25 on the day of the event; In addition, please try to find sponsors who might be willing to pledge money per round that you complete.
- Program: Om chanting, invocation prayer, a brief discussion of the mantras associated with SN (a chart of SN is available on my website here), practice 108 rounds of Surya Namaskar accompanied by the chanting of beautifully rendered Surya Namaskar mantras, yoga nidra (deep relaxation), brief session of pranayama to balance out the flow of prana, closing chants.
- Lunch: Vegetarian lunch will follow the event
- Light snacks, tea/coffee will be available in the hallway during the event.
- To register: please fill out the registration form on the HSNC website and submit it online. You can make the payment on the same page.
8-week daytime session with Linda Wishart, Wed 9:30-11 AM
I am pleased to announce a new daytime 8-week Level 1 yoga session with Linda Wishart as follows.
This class is ideally suited for stay-at-home moms, those working from home, or anyone else with a favorable schedule.
- What: 8-week session, Level 1 yoga class
- When: Every Wednesday, 9:30-11:00 AM
- Starting Date: Wednesday, March 7 (No class on April 4 and April 11)
- Location: Integral Yoga Studio, 4000 Bearcat Way, Suite 102, Morrisville, NC 27560 (off Aviation Parkway)
- Fee: $100
- Class Routine: Basic practices of meditation, breathwork and movement for beginning and continuing yoga students, with a focus on present moment awareness, alignment, balance and strength.
- Instructor: Linda Wishart, 4wisharts@gmail.com, Phone: (704) 860-6451
- To register: fill out the registration form, providing information in all the fields, and submit it online.
podcast channel
As you may be aware, I have been offering monthly workshops wherein I discuss various aspects of yoga philosophy. The main focus in these workshops is to discuss the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali in some depth. In addition, from time to time, I also discuss concepts from the Bhagavad Gita, Upanishads and other related ancient scriptures. In order to preserve these talks for future reference, I have been making an audio recording of these discussions and sharing them with the participants. These audio recordings are now available on the podcast channel on my blog. You are welcome to download these audio recordings for your use. In addition, you can listen to these podcasts as well as subscribe to them on itunes as well.
youtube channel
As you would have noticed from many of the recent posts on my blog, I have been adding short videos of many of the commonly practiced asana and pranayama sequences. I strongly urge you to subscribe to my youtube channel and visit the channel frequently to get instructions for your own asana and pranayama practices. Please share the link to the channel with your friends who might benefit from these detailed video instructions.
I would love to hear your feedback and, of course, would welcome suggestions for future videos that you would like to see on the channel.
Yoga in the News
Turmeric Heals Injuries and Pain Better Than Painkillers: New Study
Indian spice Turmeric has for long been famous for its antiseptic and medicinal properties. A new study has now claimed that turmeric is more effective than popular painkillers at easing the agony of sports injuries.The study was published in the European Review for Medical and Pharmacological Sciences journal.
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Morning people happier and healthier than night owls
The early bird gets the worm and — according to a new University of Toronto study — is happier about it, too. According to the lead author, U of T Ph.D. student Renee Biss, early risers are happier and healthier than people who like to stay up late.
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How yoga can help to manage metabolic syndrome
People who practice yoga — who are also known, at least in the Western world, as "yogis" — always rave about how yoga could benefit the body and mind. But what does the science say? A new study investigates, focusing on how yoga affects people with metabolic syndrome.
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Have a question/suggestion?
If you have a yoga-related question, please write to me and I would do my best to provide an answer in a timely manner. I would love to hear your suggestions for future newsletter articles.
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