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Flash Cards: Yoga Sadhana

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Yoga Sadhana - Flash Cards

These flash cards cover important concepts from Yoga Sadhana in Khel Yatra for Class 7 (Physical Education and Well Being).

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What is Yoga?

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Yoga is a practice combining physical postures (Āsana), breath control (Prānāyāma), and meditation to promote physical and mental well-being.

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Define Āsana.

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Āsana refers to the physical postures in Yoga that enhance flexibility, strength, and balance.

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What does Prānāyāma mean?

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Prānāyāma is the practice of breath regulation in Yoga, focusing on inhalation, exhalation, and retention of breath.

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What is the purpose of Sūkshma Vyāyāma?

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Sūkshma Vyāyāma includes gentle exercises that loosen joints and improve flexibility and strength.

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List the steps of Sūrīya Namaskāra.

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1. Pranamāsana 2. Hasta Utthanāsana 3. Padahastāsana 4. Ashwa Sanchālanāsana 5. Dandāsana 6. Ashtāṅga Namaskara 7. Bhujangāsana 8. Parvatāsana 9. Ashwasanchālanāsana 10. Padahastāsana 11. Hasta Utthanāsanā 12. Pranamāsana.

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What is the benefit of regular Yoga practice?

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Regular Yoga practice increases flexibility, improves concentration, reduces stress, and promotes overall physical and mental health.

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Define Dhyāna.

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Dhyāna is a form of meditation that involves focused concentration to attain a calm, peaceful state of mind.

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What are Yama and Niyama?

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Yama and Niyama are ethical precepts in Yoga. Yama refers to moral values, and Niyama refers to personal discipline.

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What is the significance of Prāṇa?

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Prāṇa refers to life energy or vital force that sustains all living beings. It is crucial in Yoga practices, especially in Prānāyāma.

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What is Shavāsana?

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Shavāsana, or Corpse Pose, is a relaxation position practiced at the end of a Yoga session to promote rest and rejuvenation.

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Explain the effects of breathing correctly during Yoga.

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Correct breathing in Yoga enhances the flow of energy, helps maintain relaxation, and improves focus and performance.

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What should one wear for Yoga?

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Wear loose, comfortable clothing that allows freedom of movement and avoid shoes and socks to feel grounded.

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Describe the importance of warm-up exercises.

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Warm-up exercises prepare the body for intense Yoga practices, enhance flexibility, and reduce the risk of injury.

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What are common mistakes in Yoga practice?

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Common mistakes include holding the breath, over-stretching, and not paying attention to body alignment.

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Define Dhārana.

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Dhārana is focused concentration, a key component of meditation and mental discipline in Yoga.

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What is the role of cool-down in Yoga?

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Cool-down involves relaxation postures that help to gradually lower heart rate and restore the body after practice.

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What is Krīdā yoga?

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Krīdā Yoga integrates playful movements and sports activities with Yoga principles to enhance physical fitness.