Couple/Partner Yoga

Concept:
Yoga, as you probably know, is the age-old practice of controlled movements and meditation. For individuals, it provides a renewed sense of self. But for the couple that practices together, yoga can strengthen the bond and create a deeper understanding between individuals. Yoga can do so much for relationships. It lets you feel your partner in a way that you normally don’t see them. You get a sense of the push and pull between two people.

Yoga, like any other new experience, places couples into a state of reexamination. When you have been with someone long enough, you may start to feel less like an individual as well as lose sight of your partner’s individuality. Yoga can help fix this common problem. It’s a sensual process where you’re touched and engaged – it’s not overtly sexual, but in a way, it’s really reveals a bit about yourself and the other person. Seeing your partner in a different and unusual way – getting out of the normal routine – can be a turn on.

What is partner or Couple Yoga?
Couples Yoga is an interactive form of yoga that brings more than one person into a playful, mutually beneficial practice. You don’t have to be in an intimate relationship to practice couples yoga, you can be friends with the person or simply two people meeting for the first time with a like interest. The Yogaguru is dedicated to the pursuit of building community through the beautiful practice of couples yoga.

What is special in partner/couple yoga?
Partner Yoga is the act of sharing a Yoga practice with another person to create a pose together. Partner Yoga can be done with a loved one, a family member, or a good friend. Partner Yoga is the Yoga of communication. It teaches the practitioners to listen to their partners and to respond with balance. It is a playful practice that is both rewarding and physically challenging.

What are the benefits of Partner yoga?
Working through a yoga sequence with couple extends a number of benefits:
It builds intimacy, especially between love partners. A deeper level of trust develops between two yogis who explore the spiritual nuances of the craft together.
Partners can assist one another with more challenging asanas or help with guided meditation. Partner Yoga promotes fun, laughter and creativity as well as relaxation, concentration and balance. It can be very rewarding to share your yoga experience with another person, particularly if that person is your partner in life.
Depending on the asanas used, partner yoga can be very intimate and loving and is ideal for couple trying to reconnect and regain closeness in their relationship.
A partner yoga workshop makes a great romantic gift for your partner and can be a fun alternative.
Couple yoga can improve communication between loved ones? Couple yoga can give you the feeling of union with partner. Postures and prayers spoken through the body in a sacred and playful way. It connects partner on a deeper level. Feeling the warmth of your partner's body and touch can help to relax more. The constant physical contact, support and balance help to stay alert and longer in the poses. Leaving you with a peaceful feeling of being fully nurtured, celebrating life together...

Couple/Partner Yoga Workshop
The workshop is open to partners of all types: spouses, significant others, friends, family members, yoga buddies, etc. "Partner" here does not imply a romantic relationship. It doesn't matter, partner Yoga is not intended to be sexual. The workshop is open to all levels of physical ability. Yoga beginners are welcome to the workshop. Different options and modification will be given during the workshop to accommodate your Yoga level: Beginning, Intermediate, or Advanced. The workshop is divided into two parts.
The first hour and a half is dedicated to dynamic Partner Yoga.
The second hour and half is dedicated to relaxation & recreational Yoga, a practice that uses Yoga postures to relieve stress in your partner.

Cost:
The cost of the workshop is Rs 2500.00 per pair/couple. This comes out to Rs 1250.00 per person for the two days workshop.

Includes:
Yoga mats, towels to use during the workshop and water will be provided by the Yogaguru. In summer, use of swimming pool in Radisson Hotel and in winter, use of Steam, shower and sauna will be provided as extra recreation activities. Some small refreshment will be provided at the end. Bringing a notebook will allow you to take notes and bringing a camera will help you remember the different poses and allow sharing your experience with friends.

Limited Number of Participants:
There is a limit of 7 pairs/couples (14 people). Please sign up A.S.A.P. to reserve your spot! A minimum of 5 pairs/couples must reserve before ------------------------------- for the workshop to take place.

Any Questions?
Feel free to call for further clarification:
Yogaguru Mohan -9911316600
Yogaguru Shailendra -995842870
Mail us at: theyogaguru@gmail.com

Secrets to keep Prostate gland healthy

The prostate is a male reproductive gland that produces the fluid that carries sperm during ejaculation. It surrounds the urethra, the tube through which urine passes out of the body.An enlarged prostate means the gland has grown bigger. Prostate enlargement happens to almost all men as they get older. As the gland grows, it can press on the urethra and cause urination and bladder problems.
Causes:
The actual cause of prostate enlargement is unknown. It is believed that factors linked to aging and the testicles themselves may play a role in the growth of the gland. Men who have had their testicles removed at a young age (for example, as a result of testicular cancer) do not develop BPH. Similarly, if the testicles are removed after a man develops BPH, the prostate begins to shrink in size.
Some facts about prostate enlargement:
• The likelihood of developing an enlarged prostate increases with age.
• BPH is so common that it has been said, that all men will have an enlarged prostate if they live long enough.
• A small amount of prostate enlargement is present in many men over age 40 and more than 90% of men over age 80.
• No risk factors have been identified other than having normally functioning testicles.
Symptoms
Less than half of all men with BPH have symptoms of the disease, which include:
• Slowed or delayed start of the urinary stream
• Weak urine stream
• Dribbling after urinating
• Straining to urinate
• Strong and sudden urge to urinate
• Incomplete emptying of your bladder
• Needing to urinate two or more times per night
• Urinary retention (complete inability to urinate)
• Incontinence
• Pail with urination or bloody urine (these may indicate infection)
Exams and Tests
After taking a complete medical history, it is good to perform a digital rectal exam to feel the prostate gland. The following tests may also be performed:
• Urine flow rate
• Post-void residual urine test to see how much urine is left in your bladder after urination
• Pressure flow studies to measure the pressure in the bladder as you urinate
• An IVP (an x-ray study) to confirm BPH or look for blockage
• Urinalysis to check for blood or infection
• Urine culture to check for infection
• A prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test to screen for prostate cancer
• Cystoscopy
In addition, you may be asked to complete a form to evaluate the severity of your symptoms and their impact on your daily life. Your score may be compared to past records to determine if the condition is getting worse.
Treatment:
The choice of a treatment is based on the severity of your symptoms, the extent to which they affect your daily life, and the presence of any other medical conditions. If you are over 60, you are more likely to have symptoms. But many men with an enlarged prostate have only minor symptoms. Self-care steps are often enough to make you feel better.
If you have BPH, you should have a yearly exam to monitor the progression of your symptoms and determine if any changes in treatment are necessary.
SELF-CARE
For mild symptoms:
• Urinate when you first get the urge. Also, go to the bathroom when you have the chance, even if you don't feel a need to urinate.
• Avoid alcohol and caffeine, especially after dinner.
• Don't drink a lot of fluid all at once. Spread out fluids throughout the day. Avoid drinking fluids within 2 hours of bedtime.
• Try NOT to take over-the-counter cold and sinus medications that contain decongestants or antihistamines. These medications can increase BPH symptoms.
• Keep warm and exercise regularly. Cold weather and lack of physical activity may worsen symptoms.
• Learn and perform Kegal exercises (pelvic strengthening exercises).
• Reduce stress. Nervousness and tension can lead to more frequent urination.
• At last and the most important thing to do is Yoga. Here are the yogic program that will be the answer for your problem:
a. Postures:
Mandukasana 15 times
Pawanmuktasana-15times (right/left and both)
Bhujangasana with 5 varations
b. Breathing exercises(Pranayama): Kapalbhati-10min, Agnisar-7 round, Bahya Pranayama-5 round, Anulom vilom-5 min (for added benefits)
c. Mudra: Aswini Mudra-30 times 3 times a day