Iyengar Yoga was created over sixty years in India, but what seperates it from other Yoga styles?

• The focus of Iyengar Yoga is on the precise anatomical alignment of the body.
  
• BKS Iyengar is the innovator of this style yoga.
  
• Importance is given to standing asanas (or postures).
  
• Poses are individualized to fit the specific needs of each student.
  
• Props such as blankets, belts or blocks are used to accommodate special needs of students.
  
• BKS Iyengar continues to teach at over 85 years old.

Kundalini Yoga, also called "The Yoga of Awareness," was introduced to the U.S. in 1969 by Yogi Bhajan.

• Translated literally, the Sanskrit word Kundalini means "coiled one."
  
• Kundalini is described as a spiritual awareness or energy residing at the base of one's spine.
  
• Chanting and meditation are important aspects of Kundalini Yoga.
  
• The mantra "Sat Nam" means "I am Truth."
  
• Breath of fire is a rapid, energizing breath that helps to release toxins from the body.

Resources

The Yoga for Energy instructional series is available from:

www.gaiam.com