Philosophy
The philosophy of Sivanada Yoga is summarized in the following 5 principles:
- Proper breathing: Pranayama
- Exercise: Asanas
- Relaxation: Savasana
- Diet: Vegetarian. A yogic diet is encouraged, which is limited to sattvic foods and devoid of rajasic foods as well as tamasic foods
- Positive thinking and meditation: Vedanta and Dhyana
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