Kundalini yoga has grown in popularity over the last few years.
The ancientyoga practicefocuses on breath andasana(a.k.a.
physical postures) along with chanting, meditation, and singing.
What is Kundalini yoga?
It derives from the Sanskrit wordkundal, which translates to coiled energy.
The process of growth through Kundalini Yoga is a natural unfolding of your own nature, Yogi Bhajan hassaid.
Like a snake, you will need to shed old skins to be more of who you are.
What are the health benefits?
), Kundalini yoga is a great way to strengthen and tone your muscles.
Even the Alzheimers Research and Prevention Foundationrecommends a Kundalini kriyafor improving memory retention.
Each kriyawhich is Sanskrit for actionpairs a physical pose with a breath or meditation.
As you breathe, expel the air in powerful spurts to engage your core.
Chanting and singing are also key components of Kundalini yoga.
Another common chant youll hear in a Kundalini class isSat Nam, which means I am truth.
it’s possible for you to also expect a meditation-heavy class.
Between postures, youll have a minute or two to relax and focus inward.
After the entire set, theres a relaxation followed by a meditation, then a mantra before class closes.
Bonus: While you dont have towear head-to-toe white, it is common in Kundalini.
Thats because the color white is thought to ward off negative energy and extend your own aura.
There’s a reason the practice has seen a meteoric risefrom die-hard yoga practitioners to celebrities alike.
