Kausthub Desikachar: The Adoption Of Yoga Techniques Into Viniyoga

Viniyoga

 

Viniyoga is the procedure of performing yoga techniques. The difference between regular yoga and viniyoga is the more adapted and evolved form of yoga. Yoga consists of some holistic tools such as Asana, Chanting of mantra, meditation, culture, religion, philosophy, etc. These tools are adapted and tailored to meet a particular person’s physical and mental needs. Viniyoga was developed by Sri kausthub desikachar during the 20th century. It was an attempt to unify the people who wanted to learn holy rituals and meditations involved with yoga but did not want to be called a part of a group. However, viniyoga is a branch of yoga, and its core principles are adopted directly from yoga.

Yoga

Yoga is defined as practicing physical, mental, and spiritual exercises. The practice is believed to be an immortal culture. However, the earliest records suggest the existence of yoga as early as 2700 B.C. It is a result of the cultural and philosophical development of the Indus Saraswati Valley civilization. The ancient roots of yoga form the basis for revolutionary exercises and postures. This is because the ancient civilizations are believed to be equipped with detailed knowledge of body postures, practices, and their effects on the body. This enabled them to develop a strategy to maintain their physical, mental, and spiritual health consecutively.

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The Modern Yoga

Modern yoga has been divided into several groups, such as hatha yoga and viniyoga. The hatha yoga refers to the practicing of physical forms of yoga. This form of yoga is often used to introduce beginners to the poses and meditation exercises involved with ancient yoga. On the other hand, viniyoga is developed by Sri Kausthub Desikachar as an adaptation of ancient yoga. It combines the meditations, exercises, postures and focuses them according to the capabilities of the person performing them. Hence such a form of yoga is used for professionals who want to have a close and intense encounter with the tools of ancient yoga.

Benefits Of Yoga

There are numerous benefits of yoga ranging from physical to mental and then to spiritual gifts. However, all these different benefits are rooted in various exercises and asanas related to yoga. Some of the expected benefits involved with the most common of the asanas are listed below:

  • The flexibility of the body increases dramatically.
  • The strength of body muscles increases.
  • Metabolic processes function smoothly.
  • The immunity of the body increases and resistance to diseases builds up automatically.