Yoga History/Philosophy
The word "yoga" means
In your hands, where should you press for proper alignment?
What are the four corners of your palm and finger pads?
What is a yoga prop?
What is an object used to aid your yoga practice?
Prana means
What is breath?
Being aware of the present moment
What is mindfulness?
Many yoga terms are originally from this language
What is sanskrit?
"Root to rise" meaning
What is pressing down to lift up?
A household item you can use instead of a yoga block
What is a book?
A benefit of focusing on breath
What is Reduces stress, improves sleep, helps muscles, etc?
(At least one)
The sanskrit word for mindfulness
What is smiriti?
This person is considered the founder of yoga philosophy and the author of the yoga sutras
Who is Patanjali?
Where your knee tracks in relation to your feet
What is in line with the 2nd and 3rd toe?
A simple modification for tight hamstrings in a forward fold
What is bending the knees?
A free, healthy breath that happens automatically without effort
What is natural breath?
How many Americans experience stress daily?
What is is 8 in 10?
The "father of modern yoga"
Who is Krishnamacharya?
The four areas checked in the four point posture check
What are feet & knees, hips & pelvis, chest & shoulders, head & neck?
One way to reduce wrist pain in yoga
What is keeping the wrist neutral or flat, using the forearms or using a block?
A breathing technique alternates between nostrils
What is alternate nostril breathing?
A word or phrase repeated to focus the mind
What is a mantra?
Name 3 of the 8 limbs of yoga
What is Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana, Samadhi
(Any 3)
In Tree Pose, what should you do first if you are struggling to balance?
What is set your foundation?
A pose you can always go to if you need a break
Happens during the exhale in proper breathing
What is the belly and pelvic floor gently retract?
Name one way to practice mindfulness and meditation
What is Deep breathing, body scan, mantra, walking meditation?
(At least one)