Functional Anatomy and Physiology for Yoga
Now Yoga NY, New York, NY
Mondays and Tuesdays, September 9-November 11 (exceuding Tuesday, October 1), 1:30-5 pm
Explore anatomy, biomechanics, and physiology for yoga in depth. This 60-hour course will cover:
- Skeletal and muscular anatomy
- Anatomy and biomechanics of major joints
- Seeing and understanding anatomy in asana
- How connective tissues and muscles work
- Physiology of yoga
- Respiratory and circulatory systems in asana
- How the nervous system controls movement and how it’s affected by yoga practice
This course is designed for for yoga teachers as well as other movement teachers who want a deeper understanding of anatomy and physiology. Yoga practitioners interested in deepening their practice are also welcome to attend.
Yoga teachers are eligible for 60 hours of continuing education, or may choose to apply these hours toward Now Yoga’s 300 hour certification program.
20 Hour Yoga Physiology Course
Tokyo Yoga, Shibuya
Friday-November November 22-25, 2019, 12:30-5:30 pm
Classes Will Include Lecture, Discussion And Some Asana And Pranayama Practice.
Day 1. Nov 22 12: 30-5: 30
Introduction. Physiology of bone and connective tissue
Basic concepts of physiology, including homeostasis and stress, and how they relate to yoga. We will also cover the physiology of bone and connective tissue, including fascination. You will learn about yoga can strengthen bones, and how to keep connect muscles, . As Ligaments, Tendons And Fascia Healthy In Your Asana Practice
Day 2. Nov 23 12: 30-5: 30
Physiology Of Muscle
. In This Section We Will Cover How Muscles Work And How To Apply That Information To Yoga Asana You Will Learn How
Day 3. Nov 24 12: 30-5: 30
Physiology of breathing and circulation The muscle use energy, how they create movement, and how they can become stronger and more flexible safely.
This Section We In Will Cover Respiratory Physiology And The Circulatory System As It Relates To Yoga. You Will Learn How Yoga Asanas And Pranayama Practices Affect Breathing And The Circulatory And Lymphatic Systems, And How To Practice To Promote Healthy Circulation.
Day 4. Nov 25 12: 30-5: 30
Physiology of the nervous and endocrine systems
In this section, we will explore the body’s control systems, and how yoga affects them. You will also know how yoga influences hormones in the body, and how yoga practice can help keep you healthy.