Fitness Mantra: When yoga takes an offbeat avatar, everything turns upside down

It wasn’t until the late 19th-early 20th century that yoga became popular worldwide. Since then, many different forms have been developed by modern gurus, especially in the West. Here are some recently invented, whacky kinds that are becoming popular in namma Chennai.

By :  migrator
Update: 2019-03-25 18:56 GMT

Chennai

Yoga raves

Started by the Art of Living, these parties don’t involve alcohol or drugs but stimulation through  music, yoga, meditation and vegetarian food for those looking to have a healthy night out

Anti-gravity yoga

Soft fabric hammocks are used to suspend people three-four feet in the air, to maximise movement while exercising. Yoga in the air supposedly resulting in more fulfilling stretches and stress relief

Water-based yoga

Whether on the surface (stand-up paddle yoga) or underwater (aqua yoga), exercising in a calm, still water body like a swimming pool helps improve one’s balance and connection with nature’s elements

Tantrum yoga

Become a cranky child and vent all your frustration by screaming, stomping and thrashing around like a toddler, all while doing your asanas. Sounds quite nice to exercise and not act your age while at it, right?

Dog yoga

Who knew man’s best friend could become a fitness companion too? Doga, or dog yoga, seeks the help of canines to perform certain asanas because it is believed to be cathartic and fun!

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