Body Systems
Nervous System
Muscles and Contractions
Common Conditions
Yoga Philosophy
100

This system transports oxygen, nutrients, and hormones throughout the body.

Cardiovascular system

100

This system includes the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.

Nervous system

100

This contraction occurs when a muscle maintains length but produces force.

Isometric contraction

100

This spinal condition involves a lateral curvature.

Scoliosis

100

This term refers to pain rooted in spiritual causes.

Adhyatmik (spiritual pain)

200

This system is responsible for muscle movement and force generation.

Muscular system

200

This part of the nervous system is responsible for involuntary functions like heart rate and digestion.

Autonomic nervous system

200

This contraction happens when a muscle shortens during movement, such as lifting a weight.

Concentric contraction

200

This spinal condition involves an exaggerated lumbar curve.

Lordosis

200

This philosophy emphasizes selfless service as a path to spiritual growth.

Karma yoga

300

This system includes bones, cartilage, and joints.

Skeletal system

300

This division of the autonomic nervous system activates the fight-or-flight response

Sympathetic nervous system

300

This contraction happens when a muscle lengthens under tension, such as lowering a weight.

Eccentric contraction

300

This condition occurs when an intervertebral disc bulges out of place but doesn’t rupture.

Bulging disc

300

This response promotes calmness and recovery after stress.

Relaxation response

400

This system helps the body fight infections and drain fluids.

Lymphatic system

400

This division of the autonomic nervous system calms the body and promotes rest

Parasympathetic nervous system

400

This structure detects changes in muscle tension and prevents overstretching.

Golgi tendon

400

This is a type of inflammation affecting the fluid-filled sacs in joints.

Bursitis

400

This technique alternates contraction and relaxation to improve flexibility.

Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF)

500

This system controls involuntary actions like heartbeat and digestion through hormones.

Endocrine system

500

This part of the nervous system connects the central nervous system to the rest of the body.

Peripheral nervous system

500

This dome-shaped muscle is the primary driver of breathing.

Diaphragm

500

This condition refers to pain caused by compression of the sciatic nerve.

Sciatica

500

This practice involves calming the mind, body, and nervous system through conscious breathing and movement.

Yoga Nidra