Category: Yoga

Chakra In Human Body
November 30, 2023

The Body Chakras: A Complete Guide for Overall Wellness

The concept of chakras is rooted in ancient Hindu and Buddhist beliefs regarding the physical and subtle aspects of the human body. The physical body comprises visible, tangible matter. In contrast, the subtle body, encompassing the mind and emotions, is composed of imperceptible energy. Going by the concept, spiritual and psychic energies from the subtle […]

By Aditi Shenai

Vajrasana Benefits
November 30, 2023

Exploring the Health Benefits of Vajrasana

Vajrasana derives its name from the divine weapon “Vajra”, which belongs to Indra, the king of Gods, as per Hindu beliefs. Vajra is one of the most potent weapons in the celestial universe. The pose is so powerful that it gets its name from Vajra, which also means thunderbolt. This posture is integral to a […]

By Aditi Shenai

आयरन-समृद्ध प्यायच्या
November 30, 2023

9 poses de yoga asanas pour vous aider à perdre du poids rapidement

Le yoga, qui signifie “union”, est un ancien système indien de pratiques mentales, physiques et spirituelles, qui est maintenant largement accepté à travers le monde. De nos jours, de nombreuses personnes associent le yoga à la pratique physique ou aux asanas, qui sont une série de postures souvent enchaînées dans différents styles. Les pratiques des […]

By Shamlee Pathare

Man praciticing yoga for high blood pressure management
August 25, 2023

Yoga for High Blood Pressure: Managing Hypertension Naturally

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a prevalent health concern that affects millions of people worldwide. It’s often referred to as the “silent killer” because it typically doesn’t exhibit noticeable symptoms until it reaches advanced stages, increasing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular complications. As the modern world grapples with […]

By Mehak Shah

March 28, 2023

Types of Yoga Asanas – A Complete Guide

The word “yoga” means “union”. Yoga aligns the mind with the body. The benefits of yoga are both physical and emotional. Yoga is a practice that has existed since ancient times. The relevance of yoga has never got lost. Yoga helps achieve perfect mind and body alignment. Therefore, even today, yoga is necessary for healthy […]

By Shamlee Pathare

How yoga helps build immunity
July 30, 2022

How Yoga Can Help Strengthen Your Immune System

A 5,000-year-old repository of Indian knowledge and know-how, yoga is more than just twisting, turning, stretching and breathing exercises. It’s a way of life. This ancient art that strengthens the body and relaxes the mind can also be the best way to stave off routine illnesses and ailments. At any given time of the day […]

By Manoj Bahuguna

July 13, 2022

12 Yogis Share Their Favourite Yoga Pose

For all those of you aspiring to master the art of stretching and finding your inner peace, here is a little something.  You don’t have to be a passionate yogi to reap the benefits of doing yoga. All you ought to do is include it in your daily routine. Twelve of our certified yoga coaches talk […]

By Habil

July 6, 2022

10 Yoga Poses to Increase Spine Mobility

Among the various pain areas in the body, many people experience trouble with their back. With our lifestyle that includes sitting for long spells and reduced movement, pain & stiffness are almost inevitable.  With age and stress, the troubles of the back are only likely to increase, which is why preventive and early care is […]

By Shamlee Pathare

आयरन-समृद्ध प्यायच्या
June 30, 2022

Yoga Asanas to Help Reduce Gastric Problems

Summary: When asked to a senior obstetrician and gynecologist of Odisha, “What would you choose in between Yoga and gym workout,” he chose yoga and said, “Gym workout mostly focuses on muscle building, which leads to hypertrophy (increase in muscle mass). But yoga benefits my inner body organs.”  Yoga is an ancient art, believed to […]

By Shamlee Pathare

Yoga for One Earth, One Family, One Future. Yoga for Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam- HealthifyMe
June 21, 2023

Yoga for One Earth, One Family, One Future. Yoga for Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam

Yoga can mean different things to different people, but the definition of Yoga comes from its ancient Sanskrit root word “yuj” which means “to yoke” or “to join”. Yoga is a physical, mental and spiritual practice that originated in ancient India that aims to create a union between the mind, body, and spirit, as well […]

By Kyle E. Goldstein

Yoga for Rheumatoid Arthritis: The Best Poses for Pain Relief- HealthifyMe
May 14, 2022

Yoga for Rheumatoid Arthritis: The Best Poses for Pain Relief

Yoga, a spiritual discipline, is based on a highly subtle science. It is over 5000 years old and focuses on bringing balance between the mind and the body. As a result, it reduces the risk of many diseases. Additionally, it also helps in relieving pain and stress. One such disease is Rheumatoid Arthritis. It’s an […]

By Shamlee Pathare

February 11, 2022

Web Stories – 10 Yoga Postures for Weight Loss

A five-thousand-year-old transcription by the Indus valley civilization on fragile palm leaves has paved the way to an innovative weight loss therapy. Yoga was mentioned in the Indian collection of Vedic Sanskrit hymns, the Rigveda. Researchers have traced yoga to over a thousand years ago, and its rich history is divided into periods of innovation, […]

By Shamlee Pathare

July 7, 2023

Health Benefits of Vajrasana Pose and How to Do It

Vajrasana is a culmination of two Sanskrit words – ‘vajra’ and ‘asana’. Vajra means thunderbolt and refers to the weapon of Lord Indra in Hindu mythology. It is a symbol of strength and indestructibility. Asana means posture in yoga. Vajrasana is one of the easiest asanas and is perfect for beginners. It provides strength to […]

By Shamlee Pathare

Breathing Exercises and techniques for COVID-19
February 22, 2022

Breathing Exercises for COVID-19

We are in the midst of dealing with the second wave of the coronavirus pandemic and people are trying every bit to protect themselves from the deadly disease. The COVID-19 virus dominantly affects the respiratory system. Therefore, practicing breathing exercises can be beneficial while recovering from COVID-19. Breathing exercises can help to strengthen the respiratory […]

By Shamlee Pathare

Yoga Poses for Those Sculpted Abs!
May 14, 2021

Yoga Poses for Those Sculpted Abs!

Summary: Yoga is a practice that is mental, spiritual, social, and physical. The breathing and posture exercises help in strengthening, flexibility and toning of muscles. There are various exercises to help the body with specific needs. Here are 8 asanas described to help you achieve well-defined abs. An Introduction to Yoga – What is Yoga? […]

By Shamlee Pathare

Yoga Poses for Pregnant Women
May 27, 2021

Yoga Poses for Pregnant Women

Staying active and healthy during pregnancy can do wonders for you and your baby. Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, indulging in different forms of exercise such as jogging, walking, and basic strength moves can prove beneficial for you. Along with these exercises, doctors recommend yoga for pregnant women since it combines both stretching and […]

By Manoj Bahuguna

11 Best Breathing Exercises for Stress, Lungs, and Training
November 9, 2021

Breathing Exercises for Stress, Lungs, and Training

In the pursuit of being happy and well off, we have somehow left ourselves in a vicious circle. So many issues, including stress, long hours at work, and lack of sleep have overpowered our sense of calm. We are all EXHAUSTED and WORKED UP.  Thankfully, there are a plethora of ways with which we can […]

By Shamlee Pathare

Yoga For Anxiety: 7 Poses To Try If You Suffer From Anxiety
May 26, 2021

Yoga for Anxiety: 7 Poses to Try if You Suffer from Anxiety

Living a stressful life can sometimes lead to feelings of anxiety and panic. People who suffer from anxiety are always searching for ways to overcome this feeling of fear and stress. However, patients afflicted with anxiety are now turning to yoga to help them deal with anxiety. Yoga, being one of the ancient forms of […]

By Shamlee Pathare

yoga for headache
December 6, 2022

9 Effective Yoga Asanas that Help Relieve Headaches

Yoga is an age-old practice that involves working on the body, mind, breath, and spirit together. Long before any medicines were used for treatment, yoga was used as a method to keep the body in pristine health. Today, yoga is being advocated as a natural option to control conditions ranging from arthritis and rheumatism to […]

By Shamlee Pathare

Yoga for immunity
October 27, 2020

7 Quick and Simple Yoga Poses to Build Your Immunity

The simplest way to stay protected from common ailments, strengthen the mind and body is practicing yoga daily. In some ways, good hygiene and proper eating habits are beneficial, but yoga for immunity can also improve the body’s ability to combat infection and enable you to live a healthy and happy life. As a way […]

By Shamlee Pathare

Yoga Nidra
October 12, 2020

Yoga Nidra: How to Practice and Top 5 Health Benefits

Stress, anxiety, and tiredness are now an integral part of our lives. The non-stop, fast-paced living has pushed every individual to lead an unwelcoming stressful existence, which is unlikely to go away any soon. While some people face nervousness only under extreme work pressure or personal life, others go through such episodes daily. But every […]

By Shamlee Pathare

Yoga
September 30, 2020

8 Yoga Poses to Help Body, Mind, and Sleep During the Lockdown

Life during COVID 19 has brought its set of struggles. Juggling work meetings from home with cooking, cleaning, and catching up on gossip is exhausting. As gyms are ordered to remain shut, even amidst the lockdown, most dedicated workaholics have turned to yoga. Yoga has long been the talk of the town – from B-town celebrities […]

By Shamlee Pathare

August 16, 2023

The holistic approach to your day with Yoga

Yoga is not just about asanas; It’s also about maintaining a balance between your spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical well-being. HealthifyMe’s Senior Yoga coach Pragya shares quick tips and to-dos when it comes to implementing yoga in your life. 5 simple tips for a holistic approach to your day with Yoga 1.Focus on Breathing for […]

By Pragya Bhatt

International Day of Yoga Feature
June 21, 2022

International Day of Yoga at HealthifyMe

What is International Day of Yoga? International Day of Yoga came into existence on December 11, 2014, when the United Nations General Assembly declared June 21st, the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, as the official day to celebrate the wondrous discipline, Yoga. Celebrating #IDYWithReebok Celebrating International Day of Yoga has been […]

By Chaitanya Varma

Malaika Yoga International Day-of-Yoga-with Reebok & HealthifyMe
September 15, 2020

Celebrate International Day of Yoga with Reebok & HealthifyMe

While HealthifyMe delivers fitness at your fingertips, this International Day of Yoga we’ve partnered with Reebok as Official Health Partners, to bring to you a power-packed Yoga session in three major cities. Hosted by Reebok India in association with Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, join us as we take you through  26 asanas for […]

By Habil

Blog-Feature-Image_Shalini
September 15, 2020

Shalini Pillai embraced yoga to lose weight and succeeded

The widespread benefits of Yoga never cease to amaze us. Here’s a story of Shalini Pillai, a working professional residing in Dubai who adopted Yoga to lose weight and manage her medical conditions. The Beginning Shalini Pillai had a tough time when it came to losing those extra kilos until she came across HealthifyMe. Shalini […]

By Habil

10 minute yoga
August 4, 2023

Daily 10 Minute Yoga Session Can Rejuvenate Your Health

Find yourself feeling sluggish and exhausted as you go through the day? Try 10 minute Yoga! doing small amounts of exercise can help you stay alert when you’re tired as well as improve your health. The mind-body practice of yoga is especially beneficial for people who have time only for a quick workout since it […]

By Manoj Bahuguna

Yoga Poses To Correct Your Posture
March 24, 2021

7 Yoga Poses To Correct Your Posture

Good posture not only improves circulation, digestion and breathing, it also helps keeps your muscles and joints in prime condition. But it isn’t easy to maintain body alignment. Smartphones, TV, desk jobs and long commutes often make us slip up and slouch. Over time, poor posture may lead to stiffness, pain and move on to […]

By Manoj Bahuguna

practice yoga at home
August 4, 2023

Yoga for Beginners: Poses and Tips to Get Started

It’s easy to rid your skin off toxins. All you need to do is dry brush and scrub, but what should one do to get rid of the toxins present inside the body? The answer to that is, yoga. Stretching and contracting muscles improves blood circulation and eliminates toxins from the body. Also, given our […]

By Shamlee Pathare

March 24, 2021

Why women should make time for yoga

It is the day and age of the multitalented and multifaceted women, who handle their professional and personal lives with utmost finesse. However, the constantly changing lifestyle and stressful environments have brought about serious health issues that are affecting them. Across the world, women suffer from cardiovascular diseases, breast cancer, polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD), osteoporosis, […]

By Shamlee Pathare