Question 1

what is yoga?

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Many varieties: Yoga is a Hindu discipline of various techniques to integrate mind, body and spirit, improve physical health and grow spiritually. There are many types of yoga.  Hatha yoga, the stretches that improve physical health, is very popular but the forms that emphasize meditation and breathing are also very beneficial. See 
http://tinyurl.com/q5mrqxv for more detailed descriptions of diff. types of yoga.

Question 2

what are the benefits of bork am yoga

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Do you mean Bikram?: I've never heard of "bork am" but many of my patients are big fans of Bikram yoga, one of many varieties of hatha yoga.Bikram yoga consists of 26 specific postures (asanas), but what distinguishes it is that it is done in a studio heated to at least 105 degrees.It is easier to stretch when your body is heated & people sweat more to detoxify. See http://bikramyoga.Com/bikramyoga/about_bikram_yoga.Php.

Question 3

good yoga programs on dvd?

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Several: There are several. Research and find the one that most fits your physical abilities.

Question 4

is hot yoga good for health?

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Could be: if it is part of good life style.

Question 5

does yoga help spine deformity?

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No: It can help condition and relax some of your back muscles. It may even help your flexibility, strength, and allow for better concentration, possibly improved posture, and could lead to development of better breathing techniques. But it does not affect or improve spinal deformity in any way.

Question 6

will yoga help to reduce weight?

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Group support: The exercises themselves won't affect your burning calories, but the people you are with are health-oriented and will help you make good lifestyle choices day-to-day and hour-to-hour. If you enjoy this, then take part by all means. If you prefer the direct approach, a gym with lots of aerobic fitness equipment and friendly people to help you with eating choices is for you also.

Question 7

which is better capoeira or yoga?

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No comparison: Capoeira is a brazilian martial art and yoga is physical, mental and spiritual disciplen which originated in ancient india.
These are not identical practices.

Question 8

why does my back hurt after yoga?

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Form important: Many flexible people hurt their backs when beginning yoga if not instructed properly.  Make sure in the future that you are not over-arching your lower back in forward bending motions.  Hold back a bit on your "cat tilt."  People who are less flexible may hurt their backs by pushing beyond their edge.  An edge in yoga is never the point of pain.  Be kind and let,your body unfold naturally.

Question 9

can yoga irritate siatica problems?

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Yes: Although yoga is good for the body. If you're having sciatic type symptoms that flareup with yoga type activities, then i would curtail those type of exercises. Never less you should not have sciatica, and a true work up is warranted. See orthopedic spinal specialist.

Question 10

can i lise weight by doing bikram yoga?

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If you also diet: These postures are not magic and will not by themselves cause you to lose weight, but you'll associated with health-minded folks and this is likely to change your eating habits. Let common sense be your guide, and should you adopt a restrictive diet, supplement as your physician directs.

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