Ever heard of Shakti Naam Yoga? It is a yogic practice that is much different from traditional yoga, and is more rejuvenating as well.

Would you like to know more about it? Keep reading!

What Is Shakti Naam Yoga?

Renowned yogi, mystic and author, Dr. Joseph Michael Levry devised Shakti Naam yoga in 2006. Drawing from the concepts of Naam yoga technology, Dr. Levry designed a simple and effective system of yoga. Naam yoga traces its roots back to the 14^th century, when Guru Nanak, proclaimed “Eck Ong Kar Sat Nam Siri Wahe Guru”, which means “There is only one God and his name is truth”.

Shakti Naam yoga is an authentic style of yoga, combining many different forms and styles with the Naam yoga technology. The form of yoga is especially effective and the basic approach is quite simple. With simple breathing exercises and asanas you can calm your mind and keep your body fit (1).

Benefits Of Shakti Naam Yoga:

The exercises are quite different from traditional yoga poses. The emphasis is on breathing and stretching within asanas. Shakti Naam yoga helps:

• Open the meridians
• Expand lung capacity
• Stretch the subtle body
• Heal the mind
• Neutralize body pain.

Purpose Of Shakti Naam Yoga:

Positive thinking, service, meditation, behaviors, actions, language, and perception are essential practical tools of the Naam yoga philosophy.

Universal Kabbalah, a philosophy aimed at the betterment of humankind, is the crux of Shakti Naam yoga. The purpose of Shakti Naam yoga is to build a person’s character.

Basic Naam Shakti Routines:

Here are some simple exercises and routines that usually feature in a Shakti Naam yoga class. Some basic exercises include:

• Pranic Breath
• T-Sequence
• Standing Breathing Sequence
• The superhero Sequence
• Staff Pose
• Wall Sequence
• Back Stretches
• Navel Work

Shakti Naam Yoga Classes:

Shakti Naam yoga classes or tutorials are quite common now, and you can look through many options before you decide on the best fit. Usually, the three types of Shakti Naam Yoga classes include:

1. Naam Yoga:

Naam yoga classes include poses and postures, chanting, breathing, mind work and energetic hand seals. Naam yoga aims at incorporating an inspirational message to raise a participant’s awareness.

Movement sequences often accompany chanting, music, rhythm, active breath and mudras. Meditation is also quite a regular feature of a Naam yoga session. There is no particular structure to follow in a Naam yoga class. Your instructor will choose what elements to concentrate upon and tailor the class accordingly.

2. Naam Yoga Therapies:

Naam Yoga Therapy classes apply the technology of Naam Yoga to specific health conditions such as: heart health, brain health, thyroid health and hormonal balance, nervous system balance, diabetes, immune system, cancer, autism spectrum disorder, emotional balance, addictions and digestive health.

3. Shakti Naam Yoga:

Shakti Naam yoga classes include some elements of Sukshma Vyayama, also known as subtle-body work, along with the Naam yoga practices. Most Shakti Naam yoga poses are performed while standing. Shakti Naam yoga is all about gazing, breath work, alignment, and movement. Shakti Naam technology poses and holds help cleanse your lungs and exercises your muscles to prevent diseases and keep you hale and hearty. Shakti Naam Yoga is quite restorative in nature, and you can even perform the poses while sitting down.

So, get started with Shakti Naam Yoga to experience a new form of exercise that will not only make you healthier, but also help you get more in touch with your spiritual side. Tell us how Shakti Naam yoga worked for you. Our readers would love to hear from you. Leave a comment in the box below.

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