{"id":189,"date":"2026-06-04T12:22:04","date_gmt":"2026-06-04T12:22:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/?p=189"},"modified":"2026-06-04T06:46:02","modified_gmt":"2026-06-04T06:46:02","slug":"types-of-yoga","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/types-of-yoga\/","title":{"rendered":"17 Types Of Yoga: Find The Best Match For Yourself"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most online articles list <strong>types of yoga<\/strong> as if they were a menu of physical exercises, completely missing how different lineages alter your muscles, joints, and energy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While you can find even fifty or a <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">hundred&nbsp;yoga<\/span> styles online, we wanted to approach this differently. In our 15+ years of running classes and watching people transform, we have seen that a yoga style that heals one person can easily cause frustration or injury in another.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our gurus spent decades studying and mastering various <strong>types of yoga<\/strong> at their roots to understand how they truly impact a living body. We narrowed this down to exactly 17 types, so you can find the perfect fit for yourself.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This breakdown is designed to match and bring your current physical limits and long-term health goals to the right mat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are the Popular Types of Yoga?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yoga has four classical branches (Karma, Bhakti, Jnana, Raja), a large Hatha-based family (Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Iyengar, Kundalini), therapeutic styles (Yin, Restorative, Yoga Nidra, Chair, Prenatal), and modern niche styles (Hot Yoga, Power Yoga, Aerial, Acro). In total, most practitioners today choose from <strong>15+ recognised yoga styles<\/strong>, each with different intensity levels, goals, and physical demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The Purpose of Yoga: Understanding the Mind, Breath &amp; Body | Vishnu Panigrahi Wisdom\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Ijb_w4jTzcg?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Part 1: The Classical Four | The Roots of All Yoga<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Long before yoga studios existed, yoga was a philosophy. <strong>Ancient Indian texts describe four primary paths of yoga<\/strong>, each a complete way of living in its own right. You would not find most fitness classes touching these, but understanding them puts everything else in context.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Path<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Sanskrit Name<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Core Practice<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Best For<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Service<\/td><td>Karma Yoga<\/td><td>Selfless action; action without attachment<\/td><td>Those driven by purpose, not recognition<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Devotion<\/td><td>Bhakti Yoga<\/td><td>Chanting, prayer, devotional rituals<\/td><td>Spiritually inclined, emotionally expressive<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wisdom<\/td><td>Jnana Yoga<\/td><td>Chanting, prayer, and devotional rituals<\/td><td>Intellectuals, those seeking self-understanding<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Meditation<\/td><td>Raja Yoga<\/td><td>Meditation, breath, 8 limbs of yoga<\/td><td>Disciplined practitioners, meditators<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Raja Yoga<\/strong>, sometimes called <strong>Ashtanga <\/strong>in classical texts, follows the <strong>eight limbs of yoga<\/strong> outlined by the <strong>sage Patanjali<\/strong>, from ethical living all the way to deep meditation (<em>samadhi<\/em>). It&#8217;s the backbone of <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">most<strong>&nbsp;modern yoga<\/strong><\/span><strong> philosophy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Part 2: The Hatha Family | Foundation Styles You&#8217;ll Find in Every Studio<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nearly every <strong>physical yoga class<\/strong> you find in a studio today is part of the Hatha family. Hatha simply means <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">the<strong>&nbsp;yoga of physical<\/strong><\/span><strong> postures<\/strong> (<em>asanas<\/em>) combined with breath. Everything else is a variation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Hatha Yoga<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Absolute beginners, anyone returning after a break<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hatha <\/strong>is the starting point of <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">the <b>yoga asanas<\/b><\/span>. Classes are slower-paced. Each posture is held for several breaths, which gives you time to understand alignment. No rush or complex sequences. Just the mat, you, and a few basic starting poses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Type<\/strong>: Calm, grounded, slightly stretched, approachable<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Also Read:- <a href=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/benefits-of-hatha-yoga\/\">Benefits of Hatha Yoga<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"405\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/hatha-yoga.jpg\" alt=\"Types Of Yoga - Hatha Yoga \" class=\"wp-image-2952\" title=\"Types Of Yoga - Hatha Yoga \" srcset=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/hatha-yoga.jpg 405w, https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/hatha-yoga-227x300.jpg 227w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 405px) 100vw, 405px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Vinyasa Yoga<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>People who like rhythm, flow, and kind of a moderate workout<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Vinyasa <\/strong>is movement synchronised with breath. Poses flow into each other like a choreographed sequence. No two classes are identical, keeping the practice and routine fresh. Vinyasa is yoga on the move. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shemed.co.uk\/blog\/weight-loss\/yoga-stretching-for-weight-loss\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">independent research<\/a>, Vinyasa burns 150-250 calories per hour, making it one of the top answers to the question, \u201cWhat type of yoga burns the most calories?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Type<\/strong>: Energised, sweaty, mentally focused<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Also Read:- <a href=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/benefits-of-vinyasa-yoga-regular-practice\/\">Benefits of Vinyasa Yoga<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"486\" height=\"643\" src=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/Vinyasa.jpg\" alt=\"Student Performing Vinyasa Yoga\" class=\"wp-image-2953\" title=\"Student Performing Vinyasa Yoga\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/Vinyasa.jpg 486w, https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/Vinyasa-480x635.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 486px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Ashtanga Yoga<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Disciplined practitioners who want structure and progression<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ashtanga <\/strong>follows a fixed set of poses in a precise order, every single time. It&#8217;s physically intense, as jump-backs, <em>chaturangas<\/em>, and challenging balances are standard. The repetition is the point: you deepen each pose over months and years. <strong>Mysore-style Ashtanga <\/strong>(practiced in silence, self-paced) is one of the <strong>most authentic yoga experiences <\/strong>available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Type<\/strong>: Challenged, disciplined, progressively stronger<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/ashtanga-vinyasa-yoga\/\">Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"405\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/Ashtanga.jpg\" alt=\"Student Performing Ashtanga Yoga\" class=\"wp-image-2954\" title=\"Student Performing Ashtanga Yoga\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/Ashtanga.jpg 405w, https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/Ashtanga-227x300.jpg 227w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 405px) 100vw, 405px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Iyengar Yoga<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>People with injuries, chronic pain, or who care deeply about alignment<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Created by B.K.S. Iyengar, this style uses props, such as blocks, straps, blankets, and bolsters, to help everybody access every pose safely. There&#8217;s no rushing here as well. Teachers are among the most thoroughly trained in the world. Yes, it&#8217;s slower than Vinyasa\u2019s flow, but far more anatomically intelligent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Type<\/strong>: Aligned, supported, therapeutically nourished<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Kundalini Yoga<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>People seeking an energetic, spiritual, and breath-focused practice<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Kundalini <\/strong>is unlike anything else. It combines breathwork (<em>pranayama<\/em>), chanting, repetitive movement sequences called <em>kriyas<\/em>, and meditation. Its goal is to awaken the sleeping energy at the base of the spine, called <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">the<em><strong>&nbsp;kundalini energy<\/strong><\/em><\/span>. And, move it upward through the <em>chakras<\/em>, all the way up to the head. It&#8217;s more intense mentally and energetically than physically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Type<\/strong>: Alert, possibly emotional, spiritually activated<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Part 3: Therapeutic &amp; Wellness Styles | Yoga That Heals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These <strong>yoga practices<\/strong> are intended to slow you down, restore, and heal your soul. They\u2019re not about burning calories, building strength, or flexibility. They\u2019re all about nervous system recovery, deep tissue release, mental stillness, and inner well-being. Some of the most famous&nbsp;<strong>therapeutic and wellness types of yoga <\/strong>are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Yin Yoga<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Athletes<\/em> with tight hips, stiff joints, or chronic <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">tension<em>&nbsp;need recovery<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In <strong>Yin yoga<\/strong>, you hold poses for 3-5 minutes each that target the <strong>deep connective tissues<\/strong>, like fascia, ligaments, and joint capsules. Yin yoga is quite challenging. Lying still in a hip opener for five minutes is harder than it sounds. But the long-term improvements in mobility and joint health are significant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of our students suffered from chronic corporate burnout and insomnia. Our gurus guided them away from sweaty cardio flows and into passive Yin sessions. They reported their first full night of deep sleep in months after just four days of classes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Type<\/strong>: Reformative, quiet, complex <em>asanas<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Restorative Yoga<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Stress, burnout, anxiety, post-surgery recovery, menstruation<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Restorative yoga<\/strong> uses bolsters, blankets, and props to support the body in total <strong>effortless relaxation<\/strong>. Poses are held for 10-20 minutes. It causes the nervous system to downshift completely and reach a relaxed state. Restorative yoga helped women with excess weight reduce body fat, including abdominal fat, without the need for tiring exercises, according to a systematic review held in 2021.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Type<\/strong>: Calming, beginner-friendly; for mental peace and physical unwinding&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Yoga Nidra<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Insomnia, anxiety, trauma recovery, and deepening meditation<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Yoga Nidra<\/strong>, or \u2018<strong>yogic sleep<\/strong>,\u2019 is a form of <strong>guided meditation<\/strong> practised by lying down. It takes you to a state between waking and sleeping. One hour of Yoga Nidra is said to equal four hours of regular sleep in terms of rest. It&#8217;s one of the most powerful <strong>tools for rewiring consciousness<\/strong> and requires zero physical effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Type<\/strong>: Deep rest, not awake, not asleep<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Also Read:- <a href=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/benefits-of-yoga-nidra\/\">Benefits of Yoga Nidra<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Chair Yoga<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Seniors, office workers, those with mobility limitations or injuries<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Chair yoga<\/strong> modifies traditional yoga asanas so they can be done seated or using a chair for support. It maintains all the <strong>benefits of yoga<\/strong>, like flexibility, joint mobility, and breath awareness, without requiring floor work. Chair yoga is designed to bring ease into the practice without losing form. It&#8217;s the best answer to anyone asking, &#8220;<strong>What type of yoga is best for seniors<\/strong>?&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Type<\/strong>: Seated asanas, use of chair, multiple styles<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Prenatal Yoga<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Pregnant women at any stage of pregnancy<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prenatal yoga<\/strong> is made to fit the specific needs of pregnancy. It offers <strong>yoga poses<\/strong> for open hips, breathing techniques for labour, relief <strong><em>asanas <\/em><\/strong><strong>for back pain<\/strong>, and foundations to work for the <strong>health and well-being of expectant mothers<\/strong>. It\u2019s safe, it\u2019s deeply supportive, and it\u2019s evidence-backed for reducing anxiety related to pregnancy and improving birth outcomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Various schools, including Vinyasa Yoga Academy in Rishikesh and Bali, offer Yoga Alliance-certified <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/pre-natal-yoga-ttc.php\">85-hour Prenatal Yoga TTC<\/a><\/strong>. You can not only learn or practice Prenatal Yoga, but also teach and guide women in their crucial phase of life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Part 4: Modern &amp; Niche Yoga Styles | Where Tradition Met Innovation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These <strong>yoga styles <\/strong>emerged mostly in the 20th and 21st centuries. Some <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">blend<strong>&nbsp;yoga with fitness<\/strong><\/span><strong>.<\/strong> Some add heat, slings, props, or a partner. They&#8217;re less ancient but no less legitimate. And for many people, they&#8217;re the gateway into the world of yoga.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Hot Yoga \/ Bikram Yoga<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Bikram yoga is a fixed 26-pose sequence<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hot yoga<\/strong> is a broader term for any <strong>Bikram yoga asana<\/strong> practised in a room heated to about 35-40\u00b0C (95-105\u00b0F). The heat deepens flexibility and increases heart rate. It is an intermediate to advanced-level yoga sequence that requires previous experience with <strong>basic yoga practice<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25141359\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2014 study<\/a> led by Dr. Brian L. Tracy at Colorado State University found men burn approximately 460 calories and women around 330 calories in a 90-minute Bikram session. Intense? Very. Effective? Also very.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. Power Yoga<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Athletes, fitness-focused practitioners, and those coming from a gym background<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Power Yoga<\/strong> is Ashtanga-inspired but without the fixed sequence. No mantras, no philosophy, just movement and sweat. It&#8217;s fast, physically demanding, and focused on strength and power as much as flexibility and balance. If your question is &#8220;<strong>what type of yoga is best for weight loss<\/strong>,&#8221; Power Yoga and Vinyasa are your top two answers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Type<\/strong>: Strenuous, intensive, supervised practice<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. Aerial Yoga<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>It is yoga in the air&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Aerial yoga<\/strong> is a distinct type of yoga that uses a hammock or silk sling suspended from the ceiling. Practitioners perform inversions, twists, jumps, and flows while partially or fully suspended from the cloth. The hammock decompresses the spine beautifully and lets beginners safely experience inversions they might never manage on the floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Type<\/strong>: Performed under supervision, aerial flow, hand strength<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. Acro Yoga<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Acro Yoga<\/strong> is a blended practice performed by combining yoga with <strong>acrobatics <\/strong><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">and<strong>&nbsp;Thai massage<\/strong><\/span>. One person acts as the base (on the ground), one as the flyer (elevated), and often a third one as a spotter. Acro yoga requires trust, communication, coordination, balance, and core strength, and produces a lot of laughter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some common <strong>beginner-friendly Acro yoga poses<\/strong> are the bird pose, star, throne, etc. Though other yoga styles increase strength, flexibility, and mental power, Acro yoga brings the <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">tactical<strong>&nbsp;benefits of acrobatics<\/strong><\/span> in yoga.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Type<\/strong>: Acrobatic, group work, coordination, and concentration<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/acroyoga-explained-meaning-benefits-techniques-popular-partner-poses\/\">AcroYoga Explained \u2013 Meaning, Benefits, Techniques &amp; Popular Partner Poses<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/acro-yoga-in-rishikesh.jpg\" alt=\"Student Performing Acro Yoga\" class=\"wp-image-2956\" style=\"width:541px;height:auto\" title=\"Student Performing Acro Yoga\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/acro-yoga-in-rishikesh.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/acro-yoga-in-rishikesh-1280x1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/acro-yoga-in-rishikesh-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/acro-yoga-in-rishikesh-480x480.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 2048px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. Rocket Yoga<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>&nbsp;&#8220;It gets you there faster.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rocket Yoga<\/strong> is a faster, more flexible version of Ashtanga, developed by Larry Schultz in San Francisco around the 1980s. Poses are modified to make the sequence more accessible while keeping the intensity high. The name comes from its creator&#8217;s ethos, quality, and goals.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It was developed for beginners who are looking <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">to<strong>&nbsp;adapt to yoga fast<\/strong><\/span>, get into <em>asanas<\/em>, and achieve certain physical and mental transformations in less time. Cobra pose, Crow pose, Locust pose, etc., are a few examples of Rocket Yoga sequencing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Type<\/strong>: Variation of traditional Ashtanga-Vinyasa Yoga<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">16. Jivamukti Yoga<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Holistic experience, not a workout<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Jivamukti yoga<\/strong> is <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">a<strong>&nbsp;type of yoga<\/strong><\/span> that is physically energetic, similar to Vinyasa, but includes Sanskrit chanting, music, and teachings on yoga philosophy, ethics, and environmental responsibility. Each class is themed, drawn from ancient yogic texts. It is centred around key pillars like <em>bhakti<\/em>, <em>ahimsa<\/em>, <em>dhyana<\/em>, etc.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/jivamuktiyoga.com\/the-jivamukti-method\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jivamukti yoga\u2019s lesson<\/a> is to live freely and let every being live freely as well, connecting the physical and spiritual spheres of self.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Type<\/strong>: Intense, includes music, mantra, and meditation alongside asanas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">17. Yin Yang Yoga<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Taoism has a role to play here<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A balanced class that combines Yin&#8217;s long, passive holds with the more dynamic flows of Vinyasa or Hatha (Yang). Your body gets deep tissue release alongside active strengthening. A great single-class solution if you want both restoration and movement in one session.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It teaches the delicate balance between motion and rest, the two states that every being juggles regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Type<\/strong>: Philosophically-related, quiet but active<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Type Of Yoga Based on Your Goals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that you know all major <strong>styles of yoga<\/strong>, it&#8217;s time for you to choose the one that suits you perfectly and helps strike a real shift in your mind, body, soul, and life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Your Goal<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Best Style(s)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Intensity<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Complete beginner<\/td><td>Hatha, Iyengar<\/td><td>Low<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weight loss &amp; calorie burn<\/td><td>Vinyasa, Power, Hot Yoga<\/td><td>High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Stress relief &amp; sleep<\/td><td>Yin, Restorative, Yoga Nidra<\/td><td>Very Low<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Build strength &amp; discipline<\/td><td>Ashtanga, Power Yoga<\/td><td>High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flexibility &amp; mobility<\/td><td>Yin, Hatha, Iyengar<\/td><td>Low-Medium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Seniors &amp; disabled, less movement<\/td><td>Chair Yoga, Hatha, Restorative<\/td><td>Low<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Spiritual deepening<\/td><td>Kundalini, Bhakti, Raja Yoga<\/td><td>Variable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Athletes &amp; recovery<\/td><td>Yin, Restorative, Power Yoga<\/td><td>Low-High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fun &amp; social practice<\/td><td>AcroYoga, Aerial Yoga<\/td><td>Medium-High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Core strength &amp; posture<\/td><td>Vinyasa, Power, Ashtanga<\/td><td>Medium-High<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is Yoga a Type of Meditation?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yoga includes meditation, but it&#8217;s not only meditation. Yoga is a broader system covering physical postures, breathwork, ethics, and meditation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>eight limbs of yoga<\/strong> (<strong>Patanjali&#8217;s Ashtanga system<\/strong>) place <em>asanas <\/em>(physical postures) at number three. Meanwhile, Meditation <em>Dharana <\/em>(concentration) and <em>Dhyana <\/em>(meditation) come at six and seven, respectively. Yoga Nidra and Kundalini yoga are the most meditation-oriented practices. Vinyasa and Power Yoga are more movement-forward. Most <strong>modern types of yoga<\/strong> weave both meditation and <em>asana <\/em>together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So yes, yoga can be deeply meditative. But not every yoga class is a meditation class. It depends on the teacher and the style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Type of Yoga is Best for Beginners?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These three <strong>styles of yoga<\/strong> work well as entry points for beginners:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hatha Yoga: <\/strong>slower pace, foundational poses, time to understand each posture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Iyengar Yoga:<\/strong> props make poses accessible and exceptional for learning alignment safely<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Restorative Yoga:<\/strong> no wrong moves, total support from props and gravity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Starting with two classes per week is a good step. Keep a notebook of the poses you have explored and practised. Within four to six weeks, you&#8217;ll have a clear sense of which direction calls you: A more dynamic flow? Deeper stillness? Or something in between?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/benefits-of-yoga\/\">Benefits of Yoga<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts: Your Mat, Your Path<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yoga is one of the oldest wellness systems on earth. The fact that it has branched into 20+ styles isn&#8217;t a sign of fragmentation but of how deeply it works for different people in different ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don&#8217;t need to commit to one style forever. Most practitioners move through phases starting with Hatha, moving into Vinyasa, deepening into Yin, and exploring Kundalini. Let your body and life stage guide you to the <strong>best type of yoga<\/strong> you can practice.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Want to go deeper than a studio class can take you?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><em>At&nbsp;<\/em><\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/\"><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><em>Vinyasa<\/em><\/span> Yoga Academy<\/a><\/strong>, we offer immersive and the best yoga teacher training courses&nbsp;<span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">in<em><strong>&nbsp;Rishikesh<\/strong><\/em><\/span><strong><em>, India, and Bali, Indonesia<\/em><\/strong><em>. Whether you&#8217;ve practiced for years or are simply curious about the roots of these styles, our programs go beyond the asana into pranayama, philosophy, anatomy, and teaching methodology.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>You practice Hatha, Vinyasa, and Ashtanga daily, taught <\/em><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><em>by&nbsp;E-RYT<\/em><\/span><em> 500 instructors who live and breathe these lineages. Our retreats are also designed for practitioners and non-practitioners alike. If 2026 is the year you go all in on yoga, here is where to do it.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Explore Upcoming Programs at Vinyasa Yoga Academy<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What is the best yoga for beginners?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">you\u2019re&nbsp;new to<\/span> yoga, you might want to start with Hatha or Iyengar yoga. Both are slower-paced; you hold poses and understand alignment and don\u2019t need any previous experience. If you want stress relief right from the beginning, restorative yoga is also there for you to explore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What kind of yoga burns the most calories?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vinyasa, Power Yoga, and Hot Yoga (Bikram) burn the most calories, between 400 and 500 per hour, according to the American Council on Exercise. These are high-level because of their demanding, uninterrupted sequences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What is the best type of yoga for seniors?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Chair Yoga<\/strong> is designed especially for the elderly or anyone with limited mobility. Hatha and Restorative yoga are also excellent for elders. The trick is to find a style that avoids deep, floor-based inversions and emphasises joint-friendly movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What are the different kinds of asanas?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Different types of yoga <\/strong>focus on different groups of asanas. Yoga <em>asanas <\/em>(postures) are categorised as: standing, seated, forward bends, backbends, twists, inversions, arm balances, and restorative.&nbsp; Some basic ones are Downward Dog, Warrior I, II, and III, Tree Pose, Child\u2019s Pose, and Savasana.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Which type of yoga is most effective for weight loss?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vinyasa and Power Yoga burn the most calories for weight loss. A regular yoga practice also contributes <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">to&nbsp;long-term weight<\/span> management. Studies show that practitioners tend to make better food and lifestyle choices. Perform 2-3 active yoga <em>asanas<\/em>per week, and add Yin or Restorative for recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What is the difference between Vinyasa and Hatha yoga?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hatha is slow and pose-centred, i.e., you stay in each pose for a bit. Vinyasa is flowing and breath-synchronised, which means you move continuously between poses. Hatha is better for beginners trying to learn form. If you want cardio intensity and a more dynamic practice, choose Vinyasa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What type of yoga is beneficial for back pain?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Iyengar and Restorative yoga are the gold standard in yoga for back pain. Both use props to support proper alignment without strain. Yin Yoga is <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">another&nbsp;popular type<\/span> of yoga that helps with chronic lower back stiffness by releasing deep fascial tissue. Always inform your teacher of any existing back condition before class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Can beginners do Ashtanga yoga?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ashtanga is not ideal for complete beginners. Its fixed sequence is rigorous and requires familiarity with foundational poses. Most instructors recommend at least three to six months of Hatha or Vinyasa first. However, a Mysore-style Ashtanga class (self-paced, teacher-guided) can work for willing, motivated beginners.<\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Explore Yoga Styles in Depth<\/h3>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/hatha-yoga\/\">Hatha Yoga<\/a> \u2014 the foundational style<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/benefits-of-vinyasa-yoga-regular-practice\/\">Vinyasa Flow<\/a> \u2014 breath-linked dynamic practice<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/acroyoga-explained-meaning-benefits-techniques-popular-partner-poses\/\">AcroYoga<\/a> \u2014 partner practice<\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Yoga first, then all of the things. Let\u2019s read about yoga- its definition, its practice, its types and benefits.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2962,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2><strong>WHAT IS YOGA?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Before beginning with the article, let\u2019s read about yoga first. If you thought that yoga was all about bending and twisting your body in odd shapes, then, it's time to rethink. As yoga is much more than that. In very simple words, giving care to your body, mind and breath is known as yoga.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>\u201cYoga\u201d is a word derived from the Sanskrit word, \u2018yuj\u2019 which stands for \u2018to unite or integrate\u2019. Yoga is a 5,000-year-old Indian body of knowledge. It is all about harmonising the body with the mind and breathing through the means of various pranayama, yoga asanas and meditation.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2><strong>7 MAJOR TYPES OF YOGA<\/strong><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>There are so many distinct types of yoga out there, whether you want a more physically demanding class or an easy, relaxing, meditative class. Let\u2019s learn about these distinct types of yoga and how it can be used as a tool to help you stay healthy and lively.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Here are the 7 major types of yoga:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>ASHTANGA YOGA<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.insider.com\/guides\/health\/fitness\/ashtanga-yoga\">Ashtanga yoga<\/a> shares a few elements with vinyasa yoga, such as the flowing movement and breathing style.&nbsp;However,&nbsp; classes of vinyasa yoga are more varied, whereas ashtanga has a set sequence of poses that you can not deviate from.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Ashtanga yoga classes also tend to place a significant emphasis on meditation, which means it can have numerous benefits for your mental and physical health.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>VINYASA YOGA<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Vinyasa stands for \"to place in a special way\" and, in this case, yoga postures. <a href=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/what-in-vinyasa-and-what-is-good-for\/\"><strong>Vinyasa yoga<\/strong><\/a> is often considered as the most athletic yoga style. It was adapted from ashtanga yoga in the 1980s. Various types of yoga can also be considered vinyasa flows such as ashtanga, power yoga, and prana.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>JNANA YOGA<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.artofliving.org\/in-en\/yoga\/jnana-yoga-gnana-yoga\"><strong>Jnana Yoga<\/strong><\/a> is the process of converting intellectual knowledge into practical wisdom. And, it is a discovery of human dharma in relation to nature and the universe. It is described by tradition as a means to obtain the highest meditative state and inner knowledge.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The literal meaning of \u201cjnana\u201d is 'knowledge', but in the context of yoga it stands for the process of meditative awareness which leads to illuminative wisdom. It is not a method by which we try to find rational answers to eternal questions, rather it is a part of meditation leading to self-enquiry and self-realisation.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>HATHA YOGA<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1130,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/HATHA-YOGA-1024x557.jpeg\" alt=\"Hatha Yoga \" class=\"wp-image-1130\"\/><figcaption>Hatha yoga<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Sanskrit word \"hatha\" is an umbrella term for all physical poses of yoga. In the West, hatha yoga simply refers to all the other styles of yoga such as ashtanga, Iyengar, etc. that are grounded in a physical practice. However, there are other branches of yoga such as kriya, raja, and karma yoga that are separate from the physical-based yoga practice. The physical-based yoga is the most popular and has numerous styles.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Hatha yoga poses can be performed while standing, sitting, or lying down. Since you hold these&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>poses for longer periods, it can facilitate your build strength and improve balance and posture.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>KUNDALINI YOGA<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/what-is-kundalini-yoga\/\"><strong>Kundalini Yoga<\/strong><\/a> is concerned with awakening of the psychic centers or chakras, which exists in every individual. There are six major chakras in human beings.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The mind is made up of distinct subtle layers, each of these layers progressively are related to the higher levels of consciousnesses , and each of these levels are associated with the different chakra or psychic center located throughout the psychic body. There are no other chakras apart from the six main, which are associated with planes below the human level. In all we have chakras that connect us to animal levels of mind, to the instinctive realms of being or to the sublime heights of consciousness.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In Kundalini Yoga, higher-level chakras are awakened and also the activities associated with these higher psychic centers. The primary method of awakening involves deep concentration on these chakras and forcing their arousal. Moreover, Asanas, pranayama, mudra and bandha and other forms of Yoga such as Mantra Yoga are used as well to stimulate the awakening.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>IYENGAR YOGA<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Iyengar yoga was founded by B.K.S. Iyengar. This yoga focuses on alignment as well as detailed and precise movements. In an Iyengar class, you will perform a variety of postures while controlling your breath.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Iyengar yoga is another slow style of yoga, where you hold poses for longer periods, however it also includes physical props such as yoga blocks and straps. It can be a great option if you don't have full mobility in your body as yoga props can help you get into proper alignment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>HOT YOGA<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Hot yoga is another emerging yoga style with a more rigid sequence. In hot yoga classes, you will generally do two sets involving a series of 26 poses in 104 \u00b0F heat.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Hot yoga is sometimes known as Bikram yoga, but many studios have moved away from using this name after criminal allegations have been raised about Bikram Choudhury, the founder of hot yoga.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While the heat can be intimidating, you will feel that it offers a mood boost, and may often feel the positive effects of the increased sweating of this practice. The hot temperature may also help you to loosen muscles and improve flexibility.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2><strong>THE BOTTOM LINE<\/strong><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Yoga is a trend that has been flourishing for several years; rather this has become a trendsetter in maintaining both physical and mental well-being. The sole purpose of yoga is to build strength, awareness and harmony in both the mind and the body.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>While there are over 100 different types, or schools, of yoga, most sessions typically include breathing exercises, meditation, and assuming postures ( asana or poses) that stretch and flex various muscle groups.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Since there are so many different kinds of yoga practices, it is possible for anyone to start. The main agenda is to explore your limits, not strive for some pretzel-like perfection. It is really a great way to get in tune with your body and your inner self.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>If you are keen to learn more about yoga, its type and it\u2019s practice, you can visit your website.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/200-hours-yoga-teacher-training-in-india.php\">vinyasayogaacademy.com<\/a><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Stay healthy, stay strong and get the best out of life!<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->","_et_gb_content_width":"1080","footnotes":""},"categories":[275],"tags":[22,23,24],"class_list":["post-189","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-yoga-philosophy-theory","tag-different-styles-of-yoga","tag-types-of-yoga","tag-yoga-styles"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/189","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=189"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/189\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3047,"href":"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/189\/revisions\/3047"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2962"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=189"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=189"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/vinyasayogaacademy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=189"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}