Yoga Practice: Most Common Types

• Ananda: This type is perfect for beginners as it does not require a lot of strength or flexibility neither involves any type of chanting. The movements are very simple.

• Kundalini: This was the first type of Yoga to be westernized' and involves intense breathing. It is designed to release energy throughout the whole body.

• Bikram: Intensely physical and practiced in a heated100 degree temperature room for muscle flexibility. Use caution with the repeated 26 poses and breathing exercises.

• Astanga: Also called power yoga', demands flexibility, stamina, and strength for moving continuously from one posture to another without interruption.

• Kripalu: More of a meditative type with emphasis on body alignment in conjunction with coordination of breath and body movement.

• Integral: Postures are very simple and are meant to be easily modified to fit the practitioner's flexibility limits to prevent injury. Easily learned by beginners.

• Anasura: A newer form of yoga with emphasis on spiritual elements and the focus on body posture alignment.

• Iyengar: Allows the use of body props such as foam blocks, pillows, and stretching cords to help with the proper alignment of the body.