The Martialyogarts Therapy

In Vedic Sanskrit, yoga (from the root yuj) means "to add", "to join", "to unite", or "to attach" in its most common literal sense. By figurative extension from the yoking or harnessing of oxen or horses, the word took on broader meanings such as "employment, use, application, performance" (compare the figurative uses of "to harness" as in "to put something to some use"). All further developments of the sense of this word are post-Vedic. More prosaic moods such as "exertion", "endeavour", "zeal", and "diligence" are also found in Indian epic poetry.

There are very many compound words containing yoga in Sanskrit. Yoga can take on meanings such as "connection", "contact", "union", "method", "application", "addition" and "performance". In simpler words, Yoga also means "combined". For example, guṇáyoga means "contact with a cord"; chakráyoga has a medical sense of "applying a splint or similar instrument by means of pulleys (in case of dislocation of the thigh)"; chandráyoga has the astronomical sense of "conjunction of the moon with a constellation"; puṃyoga is a grammatical term expressing "connection or relation with a man", etc. Thus, bhaktiyoga means "devoted attachment" in the monotheistic Bhakti movement. The term kriyāyoga has a grammatical sense, meaning "connection with a verb". But the same compound is also given a technical meaning in the Yoga Sutras (2.1), designating the "practical" aspects of the philosophy, i.e. the "union with the supreme" due to performance of duties in everyday life.

According to Pāṇini, a 6th-century BCE Sanskrit grammarian, the term yoga can be derived from either of two roots, yujir yoga (to yoke) or yuj samādhau (to concentrate). In the context of the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, the root yuj samādhau (to concentrate) is considered by traditional commentators as the correct etymology. In accordance with Pāṇini, Vyasa who wrote the first commentary on the Yoga Sutras, states that yoga means samādhi (concentration).

According to Dasgupta, the term yoga can be derived from either of two roots, yujir yoga (to yoke) or yuj samādhau (to concentrate). Someone who practices yoga or follows the yoga philosophy with a high level of commitment is called a yogi (may be applied to a man or a woman) or yogini (traditionally denoting a woman)

United National Declaration for International Day of Yoga:

Yoga teacher training in India

On 11 December 2014, India's Permanent Representative Asoke Mukherji introduced the draft resolution in UNGA. The draft text received broad support from 177 Member States who sponsored the text, which was adopted without a vote. This initiative found support from many global leaders. A total of 177 nations co-sponsored the resolution, which is the highest number of co-sponsors ever for any UNGA resolution of such nature.

When proposing 21 June as the date, Modi said that the date was the longest day of the year in the northern hemisphere (shortest in the southern hemisphere), having special significance in many parts of the world. From the perspective of yoga, the summer solstice marks the transition to Dakshinayana. The first full moon after summer solstice is known as Guru Poornima. Shiva, the first yogi (Adi Yogi), is said to have begun imparting the knowledge of yoga to the rest of mankind on this day, and became the first guru (Adi Guru). Dakshinayana is also considered a time when there is natural support for those pursuing spiritual practices.

Following the adoption of the UN resolution, several leaders of the spiritual movement in India voiced their support for the initiative. The founder of Isha Foundation, Sadhguru, stated, "this could be a kind of a foundation stone to make scientific approach to the inner well-being of the human being, a worldwide thing... It's a tremendous step for the world." The founder of Art of Living, Ravi Shankar, lauded the efforts of Modi, saying, "It is very difficult for any philosophy, religion or culture to survive without state patronage. Yoga has existed so far almost like an orphan. Now, official recognition by the UN would further spread the benefit of yoga to the entire world."

2015 International Day of Yoga

Indian Navy personnel practice yoga on board INS Jalashwa in 2015
The first International Day of Yoga was observed world over on 21 June 2015. The Ministry of AYUSH made the necessary arrangements in India. 35,985 people, including Narendra Modi and a large number of dignitaries from 84 nations, performed 21 yoga asanas (postures) for 35 minutes at Rajpath in New Delhi. The day devoted to yoga was observed by millions across the world. NCC cadets entered the Limca Book of Records for the "largest yoga performance simultaneously by a single uniformed youth organisation" by performing at multiple venues.

The event at Rajpath established two Guinness world records awarded to the Ministry of AYUSH and received by AYSH minister Shripad Yesso Naik. The two records were for the largest yoga class, featuring 35,985 people, and for the largest number of participating nationalities (84 nations).

A senior government official said, "The government of India has decided to take forward the momentum created by International Day of Yoga, 2015 with greater and more active participation of youth during the current year celebrations." The ministry organized an event titled "The National Event of Mass Yoga Demonstration" at Chandigarh, which was to be attended by the Indian Prime Minister.

India's Permanent Mission to the UN organized celebrations at the United Nations on 20 and 21 June, 2016. A special event titled "Conversation with Yoga Masters – Yoga for the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)" was the centerpiece. Sadhguru was the main speaker at the event.

During the first International Yoga Day celebrations in Delhi, the Prime Minister led more than 35,000 participants performing yoga.

Martial Arts Therapy

List of Yoga Stretches & Poses for Martial Arts - with instructions & videos

• Boat Pose - The boat pose is a yoga stretch and core strengthening exercise.
• Bound Angle Pose
• Bow Pose - The bow pose stretches your back, chest, shoulders, etc.
• Bridge Pose - The bridge pose is used to loosen your chest, shoulders, back, etc.
• Butterfly Stretch - This stretch is used to loosen your groin, hips, etc.
• Camel Pose - The Camel Pose is used to stretch your back.
• Cat Stretch or Cat Pose - This stretch is used to loosen your back muscles.
• Cat-Cow Stretch or Cat-Cow Pose - This stretch is used to loosen your back, spine, stomach, etc.
• Chair Pose - The Chair Pose is used to strengthen your legs and stretch your calves and Achilles tendon.
• Child's Pose - This stretch helps to loosen your back, shoulders, arms, thighs, etc.
• Cobra Stretch - This stretch is used to loosen your lower back, shoulders, etc.
• Cow Face Pose - The Cow Face pose is used to stretch your hips, shoulders, triceps, etc.
• Crow Pose - The Crow Pose is an advanced Yoga pose where you balance on your hands.
• Dancer's Pose - The Dancer's Pose is used for balance and flexibility training.
• Dolphin Pose - The Dolphin Pose stretches your calves, hamstrings, shoulders, etc.
• Downward Facing Dog - This classic yoga stretch is used to loosen your back, spine, hamstrings, etc.
• Extended Side Angle Pose - This yoga pose is used to stretch your obliques, side, groin, hips, legs, etc.
• Firefly Pose
• Fish Pose
• Frog Pose - The Frog Pose is used to stretch your groin, inner thighs and hips.
• Half Moon Pose - This stretch works on your obliques as well as your balance and core & leg strength.
• Heron Pose - The Heron Pose is a stretch used to loosen your hamstrings.
• Locust Pose - The Locus Pose is used to stretch and strengthen your back.
• Lotus Pose - This classic yoga pose stretches your hips, groin, etc.
• Low Lunge Pose - The Low Lunge Pose is used to stretch your groin, quads, hamstrings and glutes.
• Noose Pose
• Peacock Pose
• Pigeon Pose - The Pigeon Pose works on stretching and loosening your hips.
• Plank Pose - The Plank Pose is a great core strength exercise.
• Plow Pose - This Yoga stretch is an advanced back stretch.
• Pyramid Pose - This Yoga stretch will work on your hamstrings.
• Reverse Side Angle Pose
• Seated Forward Bend Stretch - This Yoga stretch helps your hamstrings.
• Seated Straddle Pose - This Yoga stretch will help improve your ability to reach high roundhouse kicks andside kicks.
• Seated Twist Pose - The Seated Twist Pose is a stretch that focuses on your back.
• Shoulder Stand Pose
• Side Plank Pose - This Yoga pose strengthens your core and upper body.
• Squat Pose - The Squat Pose works on your groin, hips, etc.
• Standing Big Toe Pose (or Standing Hand To Toe Pose) - This Yoga pose is good for improving your balance.
• Sun Salutation - One of the most famous Yoga poses.
• Tree Pose - This Yoga pose focuses on improving your balance.
• Triangle Pose - This is a beginner-level Yoga exercise that is used to stretch your hips, obliques, groin, hamstrings, etc.
• Upward Facing Dog - The Upward Facing Dog is an advanced variation of the Cobra Stretch.
• Upward Plank Pose - This Yoga exercise strengthens your core, arms and shoulders.
• Warrior 1 Pose
• Warrior 2 Pose
• Warrior 3 Pose
• Wheel Pose - The Wheel Pose is an advanced backbending Yoga stretch.

List of Martial Arts Strength Training Exercises Here are instructions for a wide range of martial arts strength training exercises. They will enhance your upper body, lower body and core strength. In turn, these strength training exercises will help to improve your punching power, kicking power and grappling techniques. On your "off days" when you do not have your regular martial arts classes, you will need to cross-train and develop your strength in order to maximize your potential as a martial artist. Try to mix up martial arts and sports strength training exercises in order to work on different muscles and moderate the potential for training burnout and boredom. You should also alternate your exercise focus areas in order to allow for muscle recuperation days (i.e. Monday focus on upper body strength training, Tuesday focus on lower body, etc.) in order to reduce the potential for overuse injuries and to maximize muscle recovery and improvement. All stretches and exercises should be supervised by a trained instructor in order to prevent injuries and to ensure the proper technique is utilized. If you have had an injury or are in pain, please see a doctor before starting any stretching or exercise program. For additional stretches and exercises, please visit the main Martial Arts Physical Fitness section. Section supported by Strength & Conditioning books Modern Strength Training Exercises Core Exercises - Exercises for abs, obliques, etc. Leg Exercises - Exercises for calf muscles, quads, etc. Upper Body Exercises - Exercises for chest muscles, biceps, triceps, etc. Biceps Exercises Triceps Exercises Traditional Martial Arts Strength & Conditioning Drills - Many of these traditional training methods can cause injuries. Use with caution. Dynamic Tension - Dynamic tension is used frequently in martial arts such as Karate. Hojo Undo - Traditional strength training exercises used in Japanese martial arts such as Karate. Isometric Exercises - These traditional exercises are used by many martial arts and include the well-known horse riding stance. Kung Fu Eagle Claw Push-Ups - Finger tip push-ups used in traditional Kung Fu training, especially Eagle Claw Kung Fu. Knuckle Push-Ups - Traditional hand and wrist conditioning exercise. Kung Fu Iron Palm Training - In this exercise, martial art students attempt to strengthen the bones in their hands by hitting bags filled with sand, beans, gravel or iron ball bearings. Medicine Ball Stomach Conditioning - This is an old boxing technique used to help fighters to better absorb punches to the stomach. Muay Thai Shin Conditioning - In this traditional martial arts exercise, martial art students attempt to strengthen their shin by hitting it with hard objects. Rice Bucket Hand Exercise - The rice bucket drill focuses on strengthening a martial artists's gripping power. Sand Bucket Hand Exercises - The sand bucket drill focuses on strengthening a martial artists's gripping power. Stone Target - Hand Conditioning Exercises - In this exercise, martial art students attempt to strengthen the bones in their hands by striking hard objects (such as stones or bricks). Traditional Karate Hand Conditioning Drills - This Karate training exercise involves hitting a Makiwara (padded striking board). Traditional Taekwondo Hand Conditioning Drills Traditional Taekwondo Shin Conditioning Drills Also visit our section on traditional martial arts training equipment that are used to build strength and conditioning (i.e. Nigiri Game - Gripping Jars, Chi Ishi - Weighted Levers and Tetsu Geta - Iron Sandals). Upper Body Strength Training Exercises - These upper body exercises will help you to generate stronger punches and grappling techniques. These sports exercises work on strengthening the muscles in your chest, shoulders, back and arms. Back Extensions - Back extensions work on the muscles of your lower back. Barbell Row - The barbell row exercise works on the muscles of your upper back (i.e. lats and traps). Battle Ropes or Heavy Ropes - This exercise improves your upper body strength and conditioning. Bench Press Variations Bench Press - The traditional flat bench press that focuses primarily on your chest muscles. Close Grip Bench Press - This exercise gives greater emphasis to your triceps. Decline Bench Press - The decline bench press targets the lower chest muscles. Incline Bench Press - The incline bench press targets the upper chest muscles. Bicep Curls - This exercise works on your biceps. Chair Dips or Bench Dips - This exercise focuses on your triceps. Chest Fly - The chest fly works mainly on your chest (pectoral muscles) and shoulders. Chin-Up - Chin-Ups work primarily on strengthening your arm and shoulder muscles. Concentration Curls Dips Dumbbell Press Dumbbell Pullover - Dumbbell pullovers work on your chest (pectoral muscles), shoulders, triceps, etc. Dumbbell Row or One Armed Bent-Over Dumbbell Row Dumbbell Shoulder Press Dumbbell Shrugs - This exercise works on the muscles in your shoulders and upper back. Moreover, it puts significant emphasis on your upper trapezius muscles. French Press - The french press works your triceps and forearms. Hammer Curls - Hammer curls work on your biceps and forearms. It works on different areas of the arm (esp. forearm) than traditional bicep curls. Hand Gripper Exercises - Exercises for greater hand and grip strength. Incline Press - The incline press targets the upper chest muscles. Isometric Push-Ups - Isometric push-ups provide a core and upper body workout. Lat Pulldown - Lat pulldowns work on your back, shoulder and arm muscles. Lateral Raise Military Press - The military press focuses on primarily on the shoulders and triceps. Preacher Curls - Preacher curls work on your biceps and forearms. Pullover - This chest exercise uses a dumbbell or barbell. Pull-Ups - Pull-ups work primarily on your arm and shoulder muscles. Push-Ups Traditional Push-Up - The basic push-up focuses on your chest, shoulders, triceps, etc. Clapping Push-Up - This is a great plyometrics exercise for building explosive chest power. Eagle Claw Push-Ups - Eagle claw push-ups are used to strengthen fingers/hands as well as the muscles in your chest, shoulders, triceps, etc. Elevated Push-Up - Elevated push-ups put a greater emphasis on your upper chest and shoulder muscles. This technique is also known as a decline push-up. Incline Push-Ups - Incline push-ups are easier push-ups as you are doing a push-up against a wall, etc. Judo Push-Ups - Judo push-ups strengthen your arms, shoulders and chest. They also help your core strength. Knee Push-Ups - This is an easy modified push-up used by people recovering from an injury or beginners who lack sufficient upper body strength for regular push-ups. Knuckle Push-Ups - Some martial artists use this exercise to "strengthen" their knuckles by making them less sensitive to hitting hard targets. Medicine Ball Push-Ups - This medicine ball exercise puts more emphasis on your triceps. Pike Push-Up - This push-up variation places greater emphasis on your shoulders. Plyometric Push-Up - A plyometrics exercise for building explosive chest power. Single Arm Medicine Ball Push-Ups Single Leg Push-Ups - This push-up exercise will also help your core strength. T Push-Up - This advanced push-up exercise can be done with or without dumbbells. Triangle Push-Up or Diamond Push-Up - This push-up variation places greater emphasis on your triceps. Wide Grip Push-Ups - This push-up variation places greater emphasis on your chest muscles. Additional Pushup Variations Reverse Curls - This exercise will increase the strength of your forearms and biceps. It works on different areas of the arm (esp. forearm) than traditional bicep curls. Reverse Fly - The reverse fly works on your back and shoulder muscles. Seated Cable Rows Shoulder Press Shoulder Shrugs with Dumbbells - Shoulder shrugs work on the muscles in your shoulders and upper back. Triceps Extensions Barbell Lying Triceps Extension or Barbell Skull Crusher Dumbbell Lying Triceps Extension or Dumbbell Skull Crusher Seated Triceps Extensions Standing Triceps Extensions Triceps Kickbacks Triceps Pushdowns Upright Row Wrist Curls - A wrist curl improves your forearm, wrist and hand strength. Reverse Wrist Curls - Reverse wrist curls improve your forearm, wrist and hand strength. Wrist Extensions Wrist Rollers or Wrist Rolls Core Strength Training Exercises - These core exercises will help your rotational power or "twisting" power and thus lead to stronger kicks, punches and grappling techniques. These sports exercises are designed to strengthen your abs, obliques and lower back. Bent Leg Raise Bicycle Kicks Bird Dog Boat Pose - This Yoga technique is a great core exercise. Bridge - Two leg version Bridge - Single Leg Bridge Cork Screw Exercises Crunch Exercises Bicycle Crunch Cross Crunches - The cross crunch works on your abs & obliques. Crunches - This is the basic crunch exercise. Foot-to-Foot Crunches Long Arm Crunches Oblique or Side Crunches - This core exercise is done while lying on the floor and focuses on your side/oblique muscles. Reverse Crunches Standing Alternating Knee To Elbow Crunches Standing Oblique Crunch - The standing oblique crunch can be done with or without weights. V-Crunches Vertical Crunch Dead Bug Exercise Dumbbell Side Bends Flutter Kicks Hanging Leg Raises Incline Sit-Ups Isometric Push-Ups - Isometric push-ups provide a core and upper body workout. Jumping Oblique Twists Kick Outs Knee Drops Leg Drops Leg Lifts 6 Inch Leg Raises Leg Throw Downs - This is a partner assisted core exercise. Oblique V-Up Plank Exercises Dolphin Planks Knee Planks Medicine Ball Planks - The instability of the medicine ball enhances the overall core workout provided by this exercise. One Legged Planks or Single Leg Planks Plank - This is the basic plank exercise. Reverse Plank - This plank exercise targets your lower back and abs. Side Plank - This plank exercise targets your obliques, etc. Side Plank Dips Single Arm Planks Single Leg Planks Spiderman Plank Straight Arm Plank - Unlike a traditional plank, you are resting on your hands and not on your forearms. It is like a stationary push-up. Superman Plank Upward Plank Pose Seated Russian Twist - This is an advanced core exercise. Sit-Ups Standing Opposite Knee To Elbow Stomach Vacuum or Abdominal Draw-in Exercise Prone Superman Pulse Ups V-Ups Windmills Windmills with Weights Windshield Washer Woodchopper Lower Body Strength Training Exercises - These leg exercises will help you to generate stronger martial arts kicks. These sports exercises strengthen the muscles in your calves, quads, hips, etc. Balance Squats Barbell Squats Calf Raise Cleans Deadlifts - Also works your back muscles Front Squats-a squat variation that works the upper body Heel Drop Exercise Kneeling Rear Leg Raise - This is a glute and hamstring exercise. Lateral Jumps Leg Curls Leg Extensions Leg Press Lunges Lunge Jumps One Legged Squat Reach Pistol Squats - Pistol squats are a leg strengthening and balance exercise. Side Lunges Squats or Air Squats Squat Jumps Stadium Stair Workouts - Stair Runs or Stadium Stair Workouts Step-Ups Tuck Jumps Walking Lunge Wall Sit