Om Akhanda Methodology
What are the 5 elements that make up a holistic Om Akhanda yoga class?
yoga philosophy, pranayama, mantra, meditation, asana
Shining skull breath
What is the translation for the name "The Bhagavad Gita"?
The song of God
Which Niyama encourages cleanliness of body, mind, and environment—and also refers to clarity of thought?
Saucha
Slow breathing and longer exhales primarily activate which nervous system?
Parasympathetic nervous system
What are ALL the spinal directions every class should have in the warm up?
Flexion, extension, side bending (R,L), twisting (R,L)
Give 3 benefits to Abdominal Breathing
calms mind, relaxes nervous system, expands lung capacity, improves digestion, etc
The Bhagavad Gita is a dialogue between which two figures?
Arjuna and Krishna
What is brahmacharya and give an example of how to practice it?
control of energy, moderation
If your heart rate increases and your muscles tense, which system is likely activated?
sympathetic nervous system
What does Om Akhanda mean?
The vibration of wholeness
Which breath activates the FULL lung capacity?
Full Yogic breath/ 3 part breath/ Dirga Pranayama
Which path of yoga focuses on devotion, love, and surrender to the divine?
Bhakti Yoga
Which Yama would eating a vegetarian diet fall under?
Ahimsa
Hypoarousal is often described as feeling what?
Shut down, numb, low energy, or disconnected
What are the 3 types of learners?
Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic
Give 3 benefits of Bhramari breath
calms mind, releases negative emotions, expands cells, benefits insomnia, improves memory and concentration, balances melatonin and serotonin, prepares mind for meditation
Which path of yoga is the path of selfless action and service?
Karma Yoga
Which Niyama involves self-study and reflection, including awareness of patterns, habits, and the study of sacred texts?
Svadyaya
What is the longest nerve in the body?
Vagus nerve
What is the language formula for cueing transitions?
Breath + Action + Body Part + Location + Name of pose
ex) inhale, sweep your right leg up, three legged dog
Give 3 benefits for kapalabhati breath
purifies respiratory system, brain, blood, reduces phlegm, boosts immunity, clears sinuses, tones digestive organs, enhances pranic absorption
Which path of yoga centers on meditation, concentration, and mastery of the mind?
Raja Yoga
Name all 5 niyamas in sanskrit
saucha, santosha, tapas, svadyaya, ishwara pranidana
Give 3 ways to soothe hyperarousal and widen the window of presence:
belly breathing, box breathing, bhramari, time in nature, restorative yoga, meditation, vigorous exercise, chanting, singing, soothing music