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Celebrating World Meditation Day with the Indian Yoga Association 

On World Meditation Day, the Associate Centres and Member Institutes of the Indian Yoga Association came together to honour the profound practice of meditation. Across various locations, our community gathered to reflect, connect, and deepen their meditation journeys, fostering a sense of unity and inner…

Celebrating 6 Years of Excellence:Indian Yoga Association Gujarat Chapter Foundation Day 

The Indian Yoga Association, Gujarat Chapter, virtually celebrated its 6th Foundation Day on 29th December with the theme Yoga for Lifestyle Management. The program began with a prayer, followed by Mauli Baviskar introducing all dignitaries. The event emphasized yoga’s role in promoting holistic well-being, inspiring…

Geetham Institute of Alternative Medicine hosts transformative sessions 

In December, Geetham Institute of Alternative Medicine, Associate Centre of Indian Yoga Association hosted a series of transformative sessions centered on Varma therapy, which plays a significant role in enhancing physical, mental, and emotional health. The month-long series was conducted by experienced practitioners, each focusing…

Indian ancient Siddhars and the science of longevity: A remarkable discovery byAttangaogam Peedam 

Recent research, supported by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), sheds light on the ancient practice of Attangaogam, Associate Centre of Indian Yoga Association, and its impact on longevity. The study, titled “Effect of Yoga-Pranayamam on Telomere Length in Medical Students,” revealed ground breaking…

Tamil Nadu SCC meets to discuss way forward 

The Tamil Nadu State Chapter Committee meeting was held in World Community Service Centre, Chennai on December 28, 2024, at 10:30am. The meeting commenced with a prayer and meditation session, creating a serene atmosphere for the discussions that followed. Shri Rajeshwari Prabhakaran, Senior Vice-Chairman of…

Enriching programs at Sri Aurobindo Society, Hyderabad 

Throughout December, the Sri Aurobindo Society, Hyderabad, hosted a series of insightful talks and satsangs, focusing on various elements of yoga and spiritual growth. The month began with Elements of Yoga 1 by Smt. Suneetha Sekhar on 1st December, followed by Smt. Harshitha’s session on…

Vedic Kaya Sadhana celebrates convocation ceremony 

The Vedic Kaya Sadhana, Associate Centre of the Indian Yoga Association, recently held its convocation ceremony, marking a significant milestone for its graduating students. The event celebrated the culmination of rigorous training and dedication, with graduates receiving certifications that recognize their comprehensive understanding and expertise…

SSIYRC Students Set World Record inArdha Matsyendrasana 

In a remarkable achievement, 105 students from the Sri Shankari Institute of Yoga and Research Center, Gummudipoondi (SSIYRC), Associate Centre of the Indian Yoga Association, sustained the Ardha Matsyendrasana pose for an impressive 10 minutes, earning them a place in the Worldwide Book of Records….

Sree Bala Yoga Studio reflects on a year of remarkable achievements in 2024 

Sree Bala Yoga Studio, Associate Centre of the Indian Yoga Association, celebrated a year of significant milestones in 2024, underscoring its commitment to yoga education and community wellness. The studio conducted two sessions of its 200-hour Certificate Course in Yoga and a 500-hour Advanced Certificate…

Ananda Chaitanya Meditation Center launches in Coimbatore 

The Ananda Chaitanya Meditation Center in Kurumbapalayam, Coimbatore, Associate Centre of the Indian Yoga Association was inaugurated with grandeur on December 20, 2024. The event began with the traditional lighting of the kuthuvilakku by renowned writer Jeyamohan, symbolizing the dispelling of ignorance and the illumination…



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Tackling Covid-19:  Successful Strategies
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Tackling Covid-19: Successful Strategies 

from The Yoga Institute

In these times, contracting COVID-19 seems almost unavoidable, at least for those can’t stop travelling for work, study or other engagements. But leading a healthy lifestyle and making sure that digestion remains smooth and healthy can work wonders. Nobody would agree more than Shri Satish Rajaram Honkalas who recently found himself with an uninvited guest – the Corona Virus.
“My taste had suddenly gone, otherwise I had no symptoms,” remembers Satish. He immediately got tested and sure enough, the test came back positive. Already working for The Yoga Institute, Satish was accommodated at the Institute itself, eating its famous Sattvik food and drinking plenty of hot water and herbal tea. Other than that, no medicine or treatments were necessary. After the 15 days of quarantine Satish’s test came back negative.

“There are toxins in the body but the body also has a lot of healing powers,” says Satish. “Our digestive system needs to be strong for the body to heal unhindered. He swears by the Institute’s healthy Sattvik food that kept him well-nourished and energised throughout his quarantine. In fact, he felt no loss of energy so that he could even continue his regular regime of asanas, pranayama and kriyas like Kapalbhati to oxygenate the body.

“It is important to have a light dinner. I used to fast for 16 hours at night to give my digestive system a break,” he recalls. “That flushed out the toxins and had my body get rid of the coronavirus.”

A calm mental attitude is also of utmost importance and Satish credits his Yoga training for not feeling scared or anxious even once during his quarantine. Instead, he feels deep gratitude for those who helped him by providing meals and encouragement. He passed his time by watching Hansaji’s videos on YouTube as well as the Ramayana and Mahabharata.

“I am really grateful to all my teachers. Through Yoga, I have become calm and my habits have changed. I would advise everyone to adopt yoga to sail easily though obstacles like Corona virus.”

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