Traditional Practices of Yoga

Traditional Practices of Yoga

1. A glass of fresh water should be taken before performing asanas.
   
2. The stomach should be relatively empty.
   
3. Force or pressure should not be used while performing asanas.
   
4. Lower the head and other parts of the body slowly; in particular, raised heels should be lowered slowly.
   
5. The breathing should be controlled. The benefits of asanas increase if the specific pranayama to the yoga type is performed.
   
6. If the body is stressed, perform Corpse Pose or Child Pose
   
7. Some claim that asanas, especially inverted poses, are to be avoided during menstruation. Others deny this view.
   
8. Nowadays, asanas are generally not performed on floor, but on Yoga mats instead.