Practical
Practical
Obesity :- Vajrasana
\Sit on your heels, feet and thighs together, hips are internally rotated.
Chest and shoulders broad, spine lengthened, neck long and chin parallel to mat, hands
are resting on legs.
Close your eyes and breathe naturally.
Stay 3 deep breaths.
Vajrasana Benefits:
As this pose is easy and can be practiced at any time of the day and by anyone, it has
many benefits to the extent of healing ailments. This pose is used out of habit by yogis
for meditative purposes. Let us go in detail with some of it’s benefits.
•Heals Body: The end of the spinal column (meru danda) is so beautifully placed on the
heels giving the body a great looking posture and helps in transporting the prana
smoothly to the entire body. This flow of prana is the first stage to heal the body from
within.
•Increases Flexibility in Ankles: The ankles are bent so well giving room for greater
flexibility right up to the tips of the toes.
•Improves Blood Circulation: The folding of the knees and the thighs stretches these
muscles and improves blood circulation and improves flexibility.
•Strengthens Pelvic Muscles: In this pose as the spine is elevated and away from the
floor, the flow of blood is altered along with the nervous impulses in the pelvic region
and pelvic muscles are strengthened.
•Improves Digestion: As this is one of the few yoga poses which can be practiced even
after a meal, it is considered as a good way to help in digestion and increases the
efficiency of the digestive system.
•Stabilizes Mind and Body: In this pose it is said that the mind and the body become
stabilized, hence is recommended for pranayama and meditation which later improves
concentration and memory.
•Increases Blood Circulation in Abdomen: It increases the blood circulation in the
abdominal area, with the special fold of the legs creating a bandha. This bandha
controls the blood circulation from the waist downwards.
•Relaxing Yoga Pose: This pose is considered as a relaxing pose which is practiced after
certain difficult yoga poses as it controls the flow of blood and calms the entire body.
•Sciatica: This meditative pose helps with people suffering from sciatica and sacral
infections.
•Relieves Stomach Ailments: It is said to remove stomach ailments such as peptic ulcer
or hyper acidity.
•Good for Pregnant Women: It strengthens the pelvic muscles which help to prevent
hernia and aids women in childbirth.
•Stabilizes body and mind.
•You can meditate or do pranayama in this pose as well, in addition to lotus pose.
•Increases concentration.
•Improves blood circulation in the legs .
•Injured Ankles or Knees Ligaments: This pose can be hard on the knees and the ankles
if one is not flexible with these muscles and joints. This pose should not be practiced if
one is suffering from injured ligaments at the ankles or at the knees.
•Hernia or Ulcers: Those suffering from hernia or intestinal ulcers should take medical
advice and guidance before practicing this and should perform this pose with a trained
yoga teacher. The pressure on the anus in this pose may bring unwanted pressure to the
intestine.
•Runners with Hamstring or Calf Injury: Runners should avoid this if they have injury in
their hamstrings or the calves.
•Arthritis in Knees: Not to be practiced by people who have severe arthritis of the knees.
Diabetis :- Bhujangasana Place your palms flat on the ground directly under your
shoulders. Bend your elbows straight back and hug them into your sides.
1.Pause for a moment looking straight down at your mat with your neck in a neutral
position. Anchor your pubic bone to the floor.
2.Inhale to lift your chest off the floor. Roll your shoulders back and keep your low ribs
on the floor. Make sure your elbows continue hugging your sides. Don't let them wing
out to either side.
3.Keep your neck neutral. Don’t crank it up. Your gaze should stay on the floor.
Bhujangasana Benefits:
Physical (Anatomical) Benefits
•The nerves along the spinal column are toned and blood circulation is improved.
•Improves overall back and neck while keeping the spine supple and healthy.
•Helps in expanding the chest thus encouraging deep breathing. It works on the
shoulders and corrects rounded shoulders.
•As a lot of pressure is on the lower back, the lower abdominal muscles are also toned
and strengthened.
•Excess fat deposits around the buttocks, hips, neck, chest, arms, etc., are burned thus
giving shape and tightness.
•The nerves in the legs begin to circulate blood as the legs are stretched way beyond
and they take part of the weight of the body in this yoga pose.
Health Benefits
•The pressure on the abdomen is beneficial as it helps in better digestion, stimulating
appetite, relieves flatulence and constipation.
•Since the digestive organs are put to action, migraine is also taken care of.
•A sluggish liver is also taken care of.
•As the neck is stretched, the functioning of the thyroid gland improves.
•It is also said that this yoga pose tones the kidneys which help with purification of
blood, removing any stagnant blood and improving the health of the whole body.
•Tones the ovaries and the uterus and helps to remove any disorders in connection to
the uterus. Thus this Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana) also helps during menstruation.
•Therapeutic Benefits are as follows: relieves back ache, neck pain, stress, purifies blood,
relieves constipation and addresses gynaecological disorders.
Bhujangasana Contraindications:
The few don'ts or contraindications that come under Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana) are:
•Those with severe back problems relating to the spine should clearly avoid this yoga
pose.
•Someone having neck problems relating to spondylitis too should clearly avoid this
yoga pose.
•Someone suffering from stomach disorders like ulcers should ensure proper guidance
while doing this yoga pose or avoid this yoga pose if discomfort is seen or felt.
•Pregnant women should avoid this yoga pose as a lot of pressure is felt at the lower
abdomen and can also cause injury if the position of the arms is not correct while in this
pose.
•Someone suffering from severe asthma should avoid this pose and work on breathing
techniques through pranayama before attempting Cobra Pose.
Diabetis :- Paschimmotasana
•Lower your outstretched arms simultaneously, and grasp your toes. Bend further to
close the gap between your chest and your thighs. Try to let your forehead rest on your
legs.
Paschimottanasana Benefits:
The entire body is stretched in this yoga pose and hence Paschimottanasana (Seated
Forward Bend Pose) brings in a lot of benefits, some of them are highlighted below.
Physical (Anatomical) Benefits
•This yoga pose stretches the muscles around the spine and lower back thus improving
blood circulation.
•As the body moves forward the calf muscles are stretched thus toning them and
shaping the legs.
•The neck and shoulders are also put to work thus building strength around them.
•The hamstrings are stretched too (to ensure maximum stretch the back of the knees
should touch the floor as per your comfort).
So the general benefits are that Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Bend Pose) tones
the arms, neck, shoulders, legs, hips and lower back thus removing unnecessary fat.
Health Benefits
•As the body moves forward, pressure is put on the digestive organs and pelvic organs
thus healing them from within and toning them. The digestion improves and much
blocked gas gets released in and around the lower abdomen.
•Works on improving the respiration as the body puts pressure on the thorax and
abdomen.
•Improves the alignment of the vertebral column.
•Helps as a therapy for diabetic patients, patients with weak liver and kidney.
•Benefits women during menstrual disorders.
Asthma :- Sukhasana
1.Sit on the floor with legs stretched out. Always use a yoga mat or a cushion or a
carpet while sitting on the floor.
2.Fold the left leg and tug it inside the right thigh.
3.Then fold the right leg and tug in inside the left thigh.
4.Keep the hands on the knees. Jnana mudra or Chin mudra can be used if you are
using this posture for meditation.
5.Sit erect with spine straight.
6.Relax your whole body and breathe normally.
7.Maintain this position for as long a comfortable.
Sukhasana Benefits:
•Meditation: Sukhasana yoga posture facilitates meditation and pranayama.
•Awareness of Spine: Sukhasana (Easy Pose) improves awareness regarding the body’s
posture and keeps the spine in an ideal position.
•Calms Mind and Body: If you are mentally stressed or had a tiring day, this posture will
offer peace and mental calm.
•Enhances Flow of Prana: This pose is the standard meditative pose and is important to
line up the energetic channels within the body to help the flow of prana.
•Improves Flexibility: This posture gives room for improving the flexibility of the waist
and the lower region of the body.
Sukhasana Contraindications:
•Backache: Individuals who are experiencing backache shouldn’t stay in this position for
more than 5 mins.
•Arthritis in Knees: Someone with severe arthritis would find it difficult to sit on the floor
as there would be too much pressure at the knees. In such cases, this pose can be
avoided or try modifications.
•Knee Surgery: Sukhasana should be avoided by individuals who have undergone knee
replacement surgery. They should take the advice of their doctors before doing so with
this practice.
•Spine Issues: Any issues related to the spine or spinal disc problems.
•Sciatica: Someone who suffers from sciatica related to the sciatic nerves should avoid
Easy Pose (Sukhasana) as the sciatica nerve can get pinched.
•Migraine / Anxiety: This pose is practiced with the eyes closed and for longer periods,
hence those suffering from severe migraine or have anxiety issues may find it difficult to
remain in this pose with eyes closed. It is best to master other simpler yoga poses for
relieving migraine and anxiety related health issues before attempting to practice
Sukhasana.
•Weak Digestion: Someone suffering from a weak digestive system may also find it
challenging to close eyes in Easy Pose. It is advisable to practice other yoga poses to
relieve weak digestion before attempting Easy Pose with eyes closed.
Asthma :- Chakrasana
Lie on the back with arms beside the body. Bend the knees and place the feet close to
the buttocks on the floor. >Raise the arms above the head and place the palms on the
floor close to the shoulders. The fingers point towards the body and elbows point up.
>Lift the entire body high so that only the hands and feet are on the floor. Look towards
the floor.
Physical (Anatomical) Benefits
•Muscles: The entire body gets its stretch in this pose so the muscles which are given
maximum stretch and are toned are the shoulders, arms, wrists, legs, chest, entire spine
and the muscles around, cervical and neck, facial muscles, abdominal muscles and
thighs. The entire body weight is balanced on the wrists and feet , but the art of
balancing the weight evenly comes with repeated practice and with awareness of the
breath.
•Organs: As the abdominal muscles are stretched , the abdominal organs are too toned
like the kidney, liver and pancreas. The chest is stretched giving scope for the heart to
function well and get the blood circulation going thus maintaining the heart.The lungs
too are stretched. The Thyroid and Pituitary glands are stimulated as the neck and head
get the fresh flow of blood in this pose. The reproductive organs are also stretch thus
strengthening them and giving room for balance of the hormones and proper
functioning of the organ.
Health Benefits
•Symptoms: The entire body in this pose brings about any imbalance in the functioning
of the glands. The digestive system gets better and removes indigestion . The chronic
headaches and shoulder pains caused by unhealthy lifestyle is cured. The irritation in
the calf muscles with uneasy cramps during menstrual times or otherwise weak legs get
healing. The back pains get there healing provided the back symptoms are given a good
discussion with a doctor. Menstrual cramps at the abdominal area is taken care of.
•Therapeutic Benefits: Asthma is healed, Back pains, Migraines, Stress and Anxiety.
Osteoporosis is cured and Infertility too.
The contraindications are as follows:
•A back injury is something that needs healing with proper rest, but if the back injury is
healing and other practice of backbend asanas do not harm the back, yet Chakrasana is
way to difficult to practice. The reason being while releasing from the pose any form of
jerk to the back may not be advisable.
•Heart problems, If any student is suffering from heart ailments then surely one should
avoid this pose completely and not even risk the attempt.
•Pressure, If the student has a history of either High Blood Pressure or Low Blood
Pressure , then the practice of this pose should be done with proper guidance after many
rounds and months of practice of various other backbends.
•Pressure in Eyes, someone who has undergone a cataract surgery or has a history of
pressure in the eyes , then this asana is a complete no no.
•Cervical injury where the neck is supported with a collar, or where there is any other
form of injury to the neck, most certainly should avoid this pose. But where one is
suffering from weak or stiff neck and needs the opening then this could be done with
proper guidance.
•Hernia, in case of hernia the body is weak and cannot undertake the stretch while at the
pose and hence after complete healing and after the advice of the doctor this practice
can be undertaken with guidance.
•Lack of Flexibility, surely even if someone is fit and has no ailments but lacks flexibility
or confidence, the teacher should realise this and not impose the stretch or the pose
without working on the flexibility and confidence.
Hypertension :- Taadasana
From a standing position, bring the feet together or hip width apart, parallel. Lift up the
toes, spread them wide and place them back on the floor. Feel your weight evenly
balanced through the bottom of each foot, not leaning forward or back.
Tadasana Benefits:
Tadasana can be practiced with different variations and each has it's own benefits,
though the most important and common benefit one derives is the balance of the body
and hence stability of the mind in coordination with the body.
•Comfortable Stretching of Muscles: The entire body is stretched and therefore the
muscles too are stretched giving room for expansion of the muscles in the most simplest
way.
•Stronger Ankles and Knees: The legs become strong at the ankles and the knees. With
long periods of practice in this pose, the toning of the leg muscles will help to practice
all other standing asanas with ease.
•Efficient Prana Flow: The hips are raised and this brings a good support to the entire
back ensuring the spine is expanded giving room for proper flow of prana to the entire
body.
•Correct Posture: Toning of the chest and the shoulders helps in removing any bad
postures and results in strong upper back.
•Tones Abdominal Muscles and Lengthens Spine: Focus should be to keep the spine
straight by pulling in the tummy. This eventually helps in toning of the abdominal
muscles and lengthens the spine.
•Lighter Body: This pose will help to keep the body light which is essential for the
practice of most other poses.
Tadasana Contraindications:
•Unable to Stand: This yoga pose cannot be beneficial to anyone who finds it difficult to
stand for long with feet together or otherwise.
•Severe Migraine or Giddiness: Someone who is suffering severe migraine or giddiness
would find this pose a challenge.
•Weak Leg Muscles: Weak muscles of the legs will not help standing in Tadasana even
in the most simplest of the pose without variation.
•Knee Locking: Locking the knee can be challenging for long periods and so one must
be wary of this.
•Strain on Spine: Avoid putting too much strain on the spine by carrying the entire body
weight. This can bring more stress to the spine.
Hypertension :- Pawanmuktasana
1.Lie flat on your back on a smooth surface, ensuring that your feet are together, and
your arms are placed beside your body.
2.Take a deep breath. As you exhale, bring your knees towards your chest, and press
your thighs on your abdomen. Clasp your hands around your legs as if you are hugging
your knees.
Physical (Anatomical) Benefits
•Tones the leg muscles and improves the blood circulation around the veins.
•As the pressure is more at the abdominal area , it massages the abdomen and improves
the digestion.
•As named , this pose helps in releasing the unwanted gas/wind accumulated at various
parts around the abdomen.
•By pressing the thighs onto the abdomen, pressure falls on the lower back thus
strengthening the muscles.
•As one needs to pull up the neck and chest and balance the body, the strength of the
arms and shoulders are essential , hence this works to tone the arms and shoulders.
•Relieves tiredness from legs.
•Strengthens back.
•Firms abdominal muscles.
•Strengthens legs and hips.
•Cures joint pains.
•Improves blood circulation in legs.
Health Benefits
•As the focus is on the abdominal area, the intestines get massaged along with the
other organs in the abdomen, also bringing in fresh blood to all the parts of the lower
abdomen.
•Works like wonders for someone with varicose veins.
•Pressure on the abdomen will ensure the flow of blood to the organs which help in
reproduction , thus removing any imbalance.
•The expanding of the muscles around the neck and shoulders will help in easing initial
stages of spondylitis.
•Removes excess fat around the lower abdomen, hips, chest and arms.
•Therapy for weak back, stiff neck, tight chest, fallen shoulders, stiff varicose veins and
weak abdominal muscles.
•Helps in healing Migraine as the indigestion causes this.
•Avoids varicose veins.
•Relieves constipation.
•Helps with proper elimination.
•Relieves flatulence.
•Reduces back pain.
•Improves digestive system.
•Cures acidity, digestive problems, diabetes, gastric problems, high blood pressure, and
cervical spondylosis.
Thus are the most important benefits while practicing Pawanamuktasana.
Pawanmuktasana Contraindications:
Indeed this is categorised as a simple Intermediate Pose Level, but some precautions
are essential. They are:
•Anyone with severe migraine should not try this as the pressure around the abdomen
will make the breathing difficult thus causing pressure to the head.
•Students with High or Low Pressure should do this with the guidance of the teacher.
One can start this asana by practicing with one leg as in Half Wind Release Pose.
•Generally during the women's cycle, the uterus is enlarged thus making it difficult to put
pressure on the abdominal area. Hence should be avoided during this period.
•Someone with Asthma should understand the flow of breath before the practice of this
pose and pressure around the chest and lungs may cause stress during breathing.
•Slip Disc is considered as a critical case and therefore should be avoided during the
practice of this asana. The condition of the patient should be understood well and then
introduce this practice.
•Advance stages of spondylitis may not be a good thing and hence avoid this pose.
•Someone with any problems related to the internal organs of the lower abdomen
should avoid this pose or take the guidance of the teacher while practicing.
Thus are the few contraindications, but which can be overcome with proper guidance
from an experienced teacher in the field of yoga.
Practical-4: Any one game of your choice out of the list above. Labelled diagram of field
& equipment (Rules, Terminologies & Skills)
FIFA: The acronym used for the Federation Internationale de Football Association, the
world governing body for the game of association football, which is based in
Switzerland.
Foul: Any illegal play.
Free Kick: A kick awarded to an opposition player when an player has committed a foul.
Free kicks can be either direct or indirect.
Futsal: version of Football played indoors
Goal Area: The rectangular area in front of the goal. It is also known as the 6-yard box
because of its dimensions.
Indirect Free Kick: A free kick awarded to a player from which a goal may not be scored
directly.
Inswinger: A kick that curves in toward the goal.
Kickoff: The kickoff is taken from the center spot at the start of play at the beginning of
each half and after a goal has been scored.
Man to Man Marking: A defensive system where defenders are designated on
one attacking player to track continuously.
Offside Trap: A technique used by defenders to put attacking players in an offside
position, by moving quickly away from their own goal to leave attackers offside.
Offside: A player is in an offside position if he is nearer to his opponent's goal line than
both the ball and the second-to-last opponent. This does not apply if the players is is on
their half of the field. An indirect free kick is awarded to the opposing team at the place
where the offside occurred.
Penalty Area: The rectangular area in front of the goal in which the goalkeeper may
handle the ball. It is also known as the 18-yard box because of its dimensions.
Red Card: A red card is issued to a player when that player has committed a serious
infraction or has been issued with two yellow cards within the same game. The red card
held up by the referee to signal that a player is being sent off. The player sent off cannot
be replaced.
Striker: An attacking player whose job is to finish attacking plays by scoring a goal.
Sweeper: A defensive player whose job is to roam behind the other defenders.
A sweeper has no specific marking duties and is the last line of defense before the
goalkeeper.
Toe Poke: Use of the toe to strike the ball.
Touch Line: The line that defines the outer edge of the longer sides of the field of play.
Trapping the Ball: Controlling the ball with the sole of the foot.
Volley: Striking the ball in mid-air with either foot.
Wingers: Attackers who play on the wings/flanks of the field.
Yellow Card: A yellow card is held up by a referee to signal a caution for a minor
infringement.
Important Indian Football Players
Sunil Chhetri
Bhaichung Bhutia
Sandesh Jhingan
IM Vijayan
Gurpreet Singh Sandhu
Subrata Pal
Women Footballers of India
Grace Dangmei.
Heigrujam Daya Devi.
Asem Roja Devi.
Ashem Romi Devi.
Kamala Devi
Loitongbam Ashalata Devi.
Maibam Linthoingambi Devi.
Nganbam Sweety Devi.
Important Forigen football players
Diego Maradona.
Lionel Messi.
Pele.
Cristiano Ronaldo.
Zinedine Zidane.
Johan Cruyff.
Ronaldo.
Ronaldinho,
Practical-4: Any one game of your choice out of the list above. Labelled diagram of field
& equipment (Rules, Terminologies & Skills)
One and One: When a team has reached the initial foul limit, or the bonus, the next
player to get fouled will receive one free throw. If the player makes the free throw, he or
she shoots an additional free throw. This occurs in youth, high school and college
basketball only.
Outlet: An offensive strategy in which a player who gathers a defensive rebound passes
to a teammate in an attempt to quickly begin the next possession.
P
Paint: The painted area that makes up the free throw lane. Also referred to as the key.
Post: The area just outside of the key in which the rectangular blocks are painted. Also
referred to as the block.
Press: A defensive strategy where the defenders guard the opposing team the full length
of the court instead of waiting on the opposite side for the offense to come across.
Post Up: An offensive strategy in which a player gets the ball in the post area with his or
her back to the basket.
R
Rebound: When a player from either team retrieves the ball and gains possession after a
missed shot.
S
Screen: An offensive strategy in which a player without the ball stands in the way of a
defensive player. The offensive player must remain stationary during the process, or a
moving screen will be called and the result will be an offensive foul and a turnover.
Swish: A made basket where the ball avoids the rim and touches nothing but the net,
creating a "swish" sound.
T
Three in the Key: A penalty, which results in a turnover, where an offensive player stands
inside the key or the paint area for three seconds.
Travel: A penalty, which results in a turnover, where an offensive player moves his or her
pivot foot illegally or takes three steps without dribbling the ball.
Turnover: When the offensive team loses possession of the ball by way of an offensive
foul, steal or out-of-bounds violation.
Z
Zone Defense: A defensive strategy in which players guard a specific zone or area of the
court instead of a specific player on the opposing team.