For many, it is a form of physical exercise - the yoga postures ("asanas") are known to confer many fitness and health benefits. For others, yoga a way of life that encompasses meditation, a spiritual practice and a dietary discipline.
This infographic illustrates the guiding principle and ultimate goal of a yoga practice - that is, to achieve a state of inner peace through the "divine union" of the mind, body and spirit.
The infographic also explains the following six traditional branches of yoga:
❤ Hatha Yoga
❤ Bhakti Yoga
❤ Raja Yoga
❤ Jnana Yoga
❤ Karma Yoga
❤ Tantra Yoga
Additionally, there are many traditional and modern styles or types of yoga that are being practiced worldwide today. In the West, some of the popular styles include:
✿ Ashtanga
✿ Bikram
✿ Integral
✿ ISHTA
✿ Kripalu
✿ Kundalini
✿ Power Yoga
✿ Restorative
✿ Vinyasa
✿ Yin Yoga
To help you figure out which yoga style is appropriate for you, take the Yoga Style Quiz.
Related:
Yoga Starter - What's Your Style?
Yoga Health Benefits
The 8 Limbs of Yoga
Further Reading:
Yoga Styles Guide
Infographic Source: Piktochart
